Today I'm thrilled to share with you my Ming coffee table makeover. I bought this coffee table a few weeks ago during a little shopping sojourn in Atlanta with my Mom, who passed along her decorating/shopping/deal-finding gene to me. It's been useful.
Here's where it all started. Poor little Ming was under a pile of craptastic junque - and that makes discovering her even more rewarding. Do you find this to be true? Apparently Ming had a difficult few years and she was wearing the battle scars to prove it.
The damage was pretty deep and I had to break out the electric sander to prepare the surface for paint. There are few things in life I hate more than sanding but I knew it would be worth the extra effort.
Then I primed, but you don't need to see pictures of that.
.JPG)
I lightly brushed on this "Ivy Green" color acrylic paint. Have you painted anything with this? I love this stuff because it lays down really well and doesn't show many brush marks, although by this photo you would not think so.
.JPG)
I decided to get creative and mixed up some acrylic paint from the craft section of Wal-Mart. I squirted a little of both colors in an empty mac & cheese tub and mixed with a spoon until I got a color I was happy with. We're not very formal around here.
.JPG)
.JPG)
I very lightly dry-brushed the teal on over the green, let it dry, then dry-brushed on a little more green. After this dried, I dry-brushed on some black - to give it some depth.
And this is Ming all finished up. What do you think? I'm kind of ecstatic about it. The layering on of color has been great because in the daytime the color is more green and at night it's more teal. How fun!
And yes, that is a new rug! Super thrilled with it, too. It's a high falutin' HomeGoods score. The rug is a printed maze and is heavy enough that it doesn't "creep" on the carpet. And look, it has a fancy designer label on it.
Next Wednesday it's lights and curtains and whatever else I manage to get done between now and then. You'll come back to see, right?
Now check these out:
The Green Room Interiors provides Interior Decorating and Design Services to happy homeowners in Chattanooga, TN.. If you would like to experience the joy of living in a well-designed home, call Kim Lemmon at 423.653.3186 or email thegreenroominteriors@gmail.com
Like us on Facebook!
So fun! Love the color and I would not have thought about using acrylic paint like that. Sure will try it now:-)
ReplyDeleteThat rug!!!! WHY don't I ever find cool stuff at homegoods?!?!?!
That table looks great!
ReplyDeleteWell it turned out great!
ReplyDeleteThe table looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteFantastic table and rug, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE your new blog redesign! It looks so professional and you!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, have a great week.
xo Nancy
Powellbrowerhome.com
She looks wonderful! And I love the rug too.
ReplyDeleteYou have a whole new look to your blog. I love it. Great table transformation.
ReplyDeleteFabulous job on the table and I love the rug.
ReplyDeleteNice paint job! Looks great...you changed your name! Blog looks super!
ReplyDeleteI love how it came out and the rug is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteUn- real!! I ADORE your work!! I can't do ANY DIY, so I am very impressed. LOVE the rug! xo
ReplyDeleteWow it's amazing what a bit of paint and elbow grease can do.lol I LOVE it! It looks wonderful on your carpet :)
ReplyDeletewww.delolovesdesign.com
The table looks fabulous, Kim, and the rug is perfect! Can't wait to see all.
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday.
Teresa
xoxo
I love your finds! I went to HomeSense (Canadian version of Home Goods) to find a rug for my ORC room, and nothing.....I would LOVE something like yours! You room is looking great!
ReplyDeleteYou have a way with paint, girl! It looks fabulous with that rug! LOVE your new blog look and stylish photo!!
ReplyDeleteDamn, Kim, it looks fantastic. You must have an eagle eye to spot a forlorn table under lots of junk. And, I love the new blog look--so clean and fresh, my friend!
ReplyDeleteHOLY COW! I am ecstatic with you...the table is awesome. I looks so expensive and rich.
ReplyDeletenever in a million years would I guess that you painted that table at home! It totally looks like a high end piece that cost big bucks- love it!
ReplyDeleteThe green you mixed up is such a nice color - and that rug! I love it!!! The table paired with it looks terrific.
ReplyDeleteThis comment has been removed by a blog administrator.
ReplyDeleteHoly blog makeover, Kim! I think you get extra points for that. I love it and you latest find too.
ReplyDeleteWow!! Looks so great!! Fab rug, too!!
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing what paint can do!
ReplyDeletegorgeous. You know I love some updated chinoiserie, and that green is just perfect!
ReplyDeleteLove the new look of the blog, too!
Love the table and the rug!
ReplyDeleteIf you would like to sign up for our newsletter and have your chance to vote in the future, you can do so at the end of this list; who knows, you may ultimately cast the tie-breaking vote.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]vera wang bridesmaid dresses[/url] yyqzuvqw
ReplyDeleteqhhftaoc [url=http://www.jmise.com]vintage evening dresses[/url] zwgdoqsa http://www.dressukoutlet.com lvakxvtx [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]authentic thomas sabo[/url]
Um hello where am I?? The new blog design looks fabulous, Kim! And I love the photo of you too - beautiful! Your table came out great - the depth of color is gorgeous - and your rug is such a find!
ReplyDeleteIt is also important to remember to accommodate all of your needs. http://www.pugsby.com khmefzgr
ReplyDeletetllgnklu [url=http://www.jmise.com]black evening dresses[/url] najlvyuy [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]cheetah prom dresses[/url] cjfxdsja [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo sale[/url]
OMG....that coffee table is to die! You did a fabulous job and I am so impressed with the paint job. Next time you go thrifting in Atlanta I wanna go :) Love the rug also...I actually saw that very same one at the Mart last week. Great new blog design too!
ReplyDeleteT-shirts have been around for a very long and are here to stay only now they are not something you wish to hide under your shirt to keep you warm during the winter; they are works of art worth displaying to the world. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]cooktail dress 2013[/url] gwhlkjju
ReplyDeletezosocmho [url=http://www.jmise.com]evening maxi dresses[/url] hppxhpvw http://www.dressukoutlet.com utxfmqdd [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo jewellry[/url]
Other than the established modeling agencies in China there are also several up and coming agencies that could give models the break they deserve. http://www.pugsby.com sbamkkrn
ReplyDeletejmsyxatg [url=http://www.jmise.com]ladies evening dresses[/url] ugyzogyh [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding dress outlet[/url] qthbmmyd [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo shop[/url]
Unkempt facial hair Women are as divided about facial hair styles as men are on the hair color they prefer on a woman. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] eqejovjl
ReplyDeletefvafnrzy [url=http://www.jmise.com]plus size evening dresses[/url] kmwhinhg [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]unique vintage prom dresses[/url] vizfnvvx [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo online[/url]
I love the new blog design Kim! That paint job on the table is amazing! The color is gorgeous. And the new rug is fantastic, too! You had a productive week!
ReplyDeleteEarlier when fashion commenced into an industrial platform, it started with the selling of clothes and creating vigor, dash and genre for fashion hunters. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]prom dress online[/url] jpxiawdd
ReplyDeleterjonzqbc [url=http://www.jmise.com]black evening dresses[/url] yipsaxve [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding dresses on sale[/url] dbnbzosm [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]christian louboutin uk[/url]
Kim, the table looks great and I'm dying over the rug score. So pretty together. Can't wait to see what fabrics are going in there!!
ReplyDeleteHere a fun game you can try at home: Blame stuff on the economy, the more absurd the better. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]homing dress sale[/url] pkfudtrz
ReplyDeletehrzpqxrx [url=http://www.jmise.com]cheap evening dresses uk[/url] yzzdghxy [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding dresses houston[/url] xuehqqtz [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo discount[/url]
Great score on the rug. Love it....and your coffee table, too!
ReplyDeleteYou will have various sites and then you can check the details of the package they are offering, compare the different prices and then you can pick the cheap ones amongst all.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] bybnmdlw
ReplyDeleteqfudzbnl [url=http://www.jmise.com]designer evening dresses[/url] xgfwwcej [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]prom dress stores online[/url] jtstbqzj [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo sale[/url]
The table turned out beautifully! You did a great job and that carpet is fantastic. The green color perfectly blended with your carpet.
ReplyDelete- BelFab.net
You rocked this table Kim! Love the color and all the sanding paid off!! also ... love your new design on the blog!! And Seeing your Cute Face!! xo
ReplyDeleteWhether they have some advice thoug.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] liwrqtbn
ReplyDeleteljdsvjco [url=http://www.jmise.com]vintage evening dresses[/url] jtfxvhzp [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding gowns online[/url] snitukbx [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo sale[/url]
Gorgeous ming! Love the technique!
ReplyDeleteTadalafil is one of the first few medicines that was developed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction or impotency in men. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] ubjoefzr
ReplyDeletezzhsdiea [url=http://www.jmise.com]maternity evening dresses[/url] lcfpzwyc [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]places to buy prom dresses[/url] phlfgblx [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo uk[/url]
Kim, you really do know what you are doing. What a talent you have to see a jewel in the rough. Love the technique you used, the layers of colors are perfect. Kudos to YOU!
ReplyDeleteKathysue
In, 2012, the most popular sandals are all gathered at CWmalls, even though there are exist many different types of styles: wedges, pumps, high heels and so on. http://www.pugsby.com dxlqhmrr
ReplyDeleteblxwswkd [url=http://www.jmise.com]maternity evening dresses[/url] xqyjdkbu [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]cache prom dresses[/url] iqfkfvpt [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]christian louboutin[/url]
This is a rather large knot so it would be best if the cloth is of a light material and the width of the cloth is narrow. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]prom dress online[/url] qemwwgbc
ReplyDeletejcinncxx [url=http://www.jmise.com]evening dresses online[/url] gkuhhkau [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]sleeved wedding dresses[/url] avkqehko [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo uk[/url]
Although maybe don expect to get your crisps if you go with the less positive message, as the shop staff Special K girls in red dresses will police each tweet before handing over the goods. http://www.pugsby.com ujbnrfyk
ReplyDeletesanwvwfl [url=http://www.jmise.com]eveing dress uk[/url] vdindvwi [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]dior wedding dresses[/url] aaykwddz [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo online[/url]
The first step is to be sure that your posture is good. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] faguhjlz
ReplyDeleteedfhdwdp [url=http://www.jmise.com]designer evening dresses[/url] znzcbeki [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]http://www.dressukoutlet.com[/url] ddqcvqfw [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo shop[/url]
The beauty of rustic furniture comes with its uniqueness. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]prom dress online[/url] kelmrkzo
ReplyDeletehhzykhbm [url=http://www.jmise.com]evening dresses online[/url] wgibzoln [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]best wedding dress designers[/url] nogmluvy [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo classic[/url]
You are a generous person, Tom. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]bridesmaid dress uk[/url] osxlggju
ReplyDeletemjlyrdzw [url=http://www.jmise.com]maternity evening dresses[/url] bnmrzlug http://www.mitos4u.com sbzpoevw [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo online[/url]
There are times when ultra-short skirts, see-through blouses, extra-tight dresses, plunging necklines, and high slits will look great on you, but never wear them on your professional, day-to-day routine. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]formal cooktail dress[/url] kpswizlw
ReplyDeletejmybdvyw [url=http://www.jmise.com]plus size evening dresses[/url] hlgorbnc [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]long prom dresse[url] jeohwtbr [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]authentic thomas sabo[/url]
A techno buff is good to know, someone to give you copies of software and get you started on the sequencer. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]formal cooktail dress[/url] olvpwroq
ReplyDeletehhdnzycy [url=http://www.jmise.com]http://www.jmise.com[/url] jrumnncw [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding dresses short[/url] emtguihm [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo pendant[/url]
BCBG Max Azria Group decided to extend the Herve Leger in retail sales, and then the Madison Avenue New York, the appearance of four stores Herve Leger skirt. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]http://www.pugsby.com[/url] mvbzfnfm
ReplyDeletewtlkuhgh [url=http://www.jmise.com]evening dresses online[/url] xqblmsnr [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]http://www.dressukoutlet.com[/url] zfgunnrm [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo pendant[/url]
He can tell time and is learing to manage money. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]formal cooktail dress[/url] wpjqopac
ReplyDeletergohzdsc [url=http://www.jmise.com]designer evening dresses[/url] cgnwgjzz [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]http://www.mitos4u.com[/url] pkjmvkxh [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo jewellery[/url]
The Uggs boot is a lot different from other boots and sets a fashion statement whenever you pass through a crowded area. http://www.pugsby.com rwycqxre
ReplyDeletecgqpltfk [url=http://www.jmise.com]evening maxi dresses[/url] xkzjkgqi [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]buy wedding dress[/url] fcbjbyuk [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]louboutin outlet[/url]
Like most young American comedians of the 1960s and 1970s, Jay Leno dreamed of being the host of The Tonight Show. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]cheap eveing dress uk[/url] vtsezced
ReplyDeletedajryopb [url=http://www.jmise.com]eveing dress uk[/url] kkulbsin http://www.mitos4u.com jpgtckva [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas earrings[/url]
Being these worms are tropical by nature, they become sluggish if the internal temperature of your compost pile or worm bin falls to about fifty five degrees.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]cheap eveing dress uk[/url] lrcweeuw
ReplyDeletevpupimgq [url=http://www.jmise.com]plus size evening dresses[/url] qzxsdpby [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]short prom dress[/url] zgtovzkf [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]christian louboutin outlet online[/url]
For the most part, there are two types of themes to choose from, new and classic.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]http://www.pugsby.com[/url] rgeslhij
ReplyDeletextyqlbip [url=http://www.jmise.com]http://www.jmise.com[/url] txxrzxxh [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]wedding gowns online[/url] slqjgkva [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]louboutin outlet[/url]
She is also a host of the show American Top Model and this is to show that black women are not just making a mark in beauty but, they are leaders in their own right. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]cheap eveing dress uk[/url] nczvqzur
ReplyDeletecfdldedd [url=http://www.jmise.com]http://www.jmise.com[/url] zuytanjw [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]ella wedding dresses[/url] gdwgzrus [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]christian louboutin outlet[/url]
When I came up in this business, if you made a sex tape, you were embarrassed and you hid it under your bed," she continued.. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]cooktail dress 2013[/url] lewqkurl
ReplyDeleteiewhnnar [url=http://www.jmise.com]http://www.jmise.com[/url] gpikciax [url=http://www.mitos4u.com]jasmine wedding dresses[/url] uezrbeas [url=http://www.christianlouboutintosale.co.uk]louboutin uk[/url]
But an exchange of names, while straightforward, is not the best icebreaker -- it lacks imagination (although there are plenty of women who also lack imagination. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]long prom dress[/url] jghuxjjl
ReplyDeletegwynvnwg [url=http://www.jmise.com]cheap evening dresses uk[/url] tfgpuwhk [url=http://www.dressukoutlet.com]prom dress stores online[/url] wajibqmj [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]authentic thomas sabo[/url]
beautiful !!
ReplyDeleteI love the result :D
Love, Santi
The river boat drive at the end was a first and I was thinking about just how much individuals would love to use down this river similar to this and view the quality and allow their mind miracle on just how fantastic it might be to live and possess residential property in the La Joya Eco-Community. [url=http://www.pugsby.com]pink bridesmaid dress[/url] irusfeau
ReplyDeleteqkbgxnvk [url=http://www.jmise.com]ladies evening dresses[/url] ejykxrtl http://www.mitos4u.com fbhyhmsc [url=http://www.thomassabossales.co.uk]thomas sabo outlet[/url]
this looks AHHHMAZING! Perfect little addition to the room, Kim.
ReplyDeleteWhoa! I missed the blog makeover...it looks great.
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! Must find myself a ming coffee table!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome! I thank you for the specific paint colors, techniques, etc! Much appreciated!!
ReplyDelete