Side Table

I found this side table at a thrift store for $7.00 and thought it would be perfect for me to practice on.  Considering I have never refinished a piece of furniture in my life....  I think it turned out great.  At that point, I didn't realize that I needed to take pics to show what I did during the process. 

So, this is where I tell you.  First, I purchased a sander because I knew that it was needed and that it would be used for other things as well.  Then, I sanded the entire piece with 80 grit sand paper.  At that point, I moved up to 110 grit and once that was done, I finished up the sanding with a 220 grit.  I was told that the 220 should leave a very smooth finish, which it did! 

Then, I filled in all the holes with wood filler, let that dry over night and sanded again.  I decided I wanted to use a drawer knob instead of a pull so I drilled a hole in the middle of the drawer for that.  Once all of this was done, I completely wiped down the table with a wet rag and let it dry over night.

For the paint, I used white spray paint.  I knew that I wanted a pattern and love this one.  So, I cut it out (with vinyl) on my Silhouette, placed piece by piece on the top and the front of the drawer.  Then I sponge painted on the turquiose paint (two coats), let that dry over night and then peeled off the vinyl design.  The final touch was putting the crystal knob on. 

I love it!!!  It it currently in my living room!

Here's the before and after....

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