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A Vintage Dresser Named Fern (Before & After)

I think you might get why this one is named Fern!

Fern Dresser After

I shared this makeover on Royal Design’s Paint + Pattern magazine the other week.  If you want to see the in depth tutorial click here.

I found this vintage dresser, probably the 1920s, at Goodies II in Scituate Harbor.  I knew when I saw it, that a stencil would be perfect on it.  Here’s how she was looking when I brought her home!

Before Fern Dresser

Thick black paint everywhere! Some was peeling on the top and there were drip marks.  I thought she needed to be lightened up.  I painted her in Country Grey Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan and used the Sword Ferns Floral and Vine Stencil from Royal Design.  This stencil comes with three different ferns and the stencils are layered so you can create so many looks with it.

Pretty Knobs from D. Lawless

The pretty knobs are from D. Lawless. I like them because they look old and are also reminiscent of the green of the fern.

Knobs

This piece was distressed so you can see the black through it and I lined the drawers with some pretty paper.

The top was stripped and I LOVED the patina of age on it.  I simply left it and added a top coat to protect it.

Ferns in Bottles

Aged Patina

Isn’t the top lovely!

Key Hole

I think Fern would be so pretty in a bathroom for extra storage.

Fern Detailing

If you’re local and you’d like to see Fern in person she’s available at Kjeld Mahoney Gallery in Scituate Harbor.

What do you think of my little Fern?

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Camille
9 years ago

What an amazing transformation! Now it looks so organic and fresh… a touch of spring!! Well done!

Mary
Mary
9 years ago

She is beautiful

Quandie
9 years ago

I usually avoid working on pieces that are already painted, but your dresser makeover proves that it can be done. I love that paint color with the wood top. Gorgeous combo. Was stripping the black paint from the top a messy job?

Mary @ Orphans With Makeup

Great transformation. I love the fern stencilling.

Cindy
9 years ago

Beautiful job. Love Royal Design. The knobs are a great choice

Cindy

Paige.Rose
9 years ago

I always love all your makeover pieces, Danielle! I have to say though this one takes the lead!! I love the color combo & name hehehe ! I so wish I had enough room in my bathroom for cute furniture like this!!

Paige.Rose

Rustic Owl Treasures
9 years ago

Love the dresser and the little mint knobs are perfect!

Robin
9 years ago

You inspire me my friend…thank you~ ox

Karen
9 years ago

Fern is a real beauty, you did an amazing job.

Julie
9 years ago

She is just beautiful, just the right amount of decoration but not over the top, perfect!

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
9 years ago

I love ferns and that stencil adds a lovely touch of nature to your sweet dresser! Happy to feature you at Be Inspired this morning. Thanks so much for sharing!

Jane
9 years ago

I am in love with the dresser you did over!! I have a few old pieces and I absolutely love the effect of the stenciled fern!! Great job!

Funny…I have the same area rug!! 🙂

Jane x

Cynthia - Clockwork Interiors

Really, really sweet dresser … After living in Seattle for over four years, I’ve come to love ferns 😀