I've watched hundreds of MCM makeovers and I've never preferred paint.This is the first time I can say that the black paint looks better to me than I think the wood would have looked. This was the perfect choice for this piece. Spectacular job!
@@deborahelmore1404 Did you watch the whole video and see the damage? It's tough to try to stain over bondo and in-grain paint. I was able to stain a majority of it. 🤷♀
Are you kidding me??? I can’t believe what you did to revive this piece. I’m totally blown away. The piece is absolutely breathtaking! Very seldom do I write comments, but I couldn’t pass this one by. You are amazing!
Wow, wow, wow Lisa!! This is absolutely stunning 😍👏🤩 You absolutely made the right decision to paint the drawers that were lighter and damaged, and choosing black gives this piece such a modern and elegant look ❤
@@ivylane-home hi. you initally paid $40.00 for this piece, to renovate for a wedding gift. you have had to pay for the media to patch, the broken or missing pieces. now you, are using, paints to finish this piece of furniture? i do not understand, why put all this work into a piece of totally damaged furniture? when you can buy something new, unique, and fresh for a wedding gift? to me all this labour of love, when a Marriage Celebration is All FRESH AND NEW. A NEW BEGINNING AT LIFE AND CREATION AT A LIFE. Here You are restoring, what is Very Old and Broken? its me that does not Understand, you and Your Mind Set. Yes You Do Practise Your Craft Restoration Well? But not for a Marriage, it is putting Bad Karma on the Marriage because its not classic Vintage of Value to Start With? what s not to Understand? i am an artist, i can repair furniture if i need to...
Aw, I understand now. I see your point, but they love vintage furniture and the quality is much better than what they could buy new. It’s a name brand solid wood dresser that’s is actually worth a tidy sum refinished. I don’t think it’s bad karma, but everyone has different viewpoints on that. I think vintage pieces have more soul and personality than new pieces, but that’s just me. 🤷♀️
The two tones give an aesthetic balance to the piece. It reminds me of the stereo cabinets from the 1950/1960 era when modern interpretation was vogue. You outdid yourself!!😊
Wow, wow, WOW! I thank you for your determined diligence to strip this piece down to the wood. That was the perfect decision to paint those previously repaired drawers on the right with that rich black color. Watching the steps you took to restore the wood grain in those areas in need was SO educational! What a teaching opportunity.👏 Thank you! This dresser is a beautiful stunner and you did an AMAZING expert job…bravo!!👏👏👏
Right?! I was stunned when I put the drawers in and saw how all the tones blended together. I’m actually on the hunt for another piece for my nephew since he wanted all wood. ☺️
Lisa, this is first video of Ivy Lane I've watched. I'm beyond thrilled you randomly popped up on my feed! Saved to watch again tonight. I quickly subscribed & can't wait to delve into past videos of yours. I LEARNED SO MUCH!! I see you are self-taught & an avid researcher. Sounds like me. You've obviously been doing this a long time to have the depth & breadth of knowledge shared. When I first saw this piece, I never in a million years envisioned completed transformation. I smiled big at your reaction to your reveal. Pride & delight, rightfully so, Woman! Genius, visionary, determined craftswoman. I'm excited to be a follower & soak in what you generously share. Not many do so. How long did this transformation take? Sad that piece isn't going to your nephew, but I understand if he wanted a solid wood finished piece. Did this have any maker's mark on it to determine origin? If you are selling this, where are you located. I'd buy it in a heartbeat!
Thanks Teresa and welcome! I refinished pieces for myself over the years, but I’ve been refinishing as a business for about 2 1/2 years. I still have lots to learn and this is more of a ‘learn with me channel’ but I do try to share the good, bad, and ugly in hopes that people can avoid my mistakes. 🫣 I average about 10 hours on each flip. This is a Mengel dresser. I’m in the Tulsa, OK area. ☺️
Holly transformation, Batman!! The tone you got that wood to is beautiful! The change out from the 1k pieces of boring to 3 pieces of beautiful brass hardware - checkmate 🤩
It’s absolutely beautiful and I love the two-tone. All I could say the whole time was just put on some new veneer at least on top but you did it without having to put on new veneer. ❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍
Oh, Sister, the wood stain resembles rosewood and looks stunning against the black! If anyone can take a rotten lemon and make sweet lemonade, its you. I think your nephew will be proud to have that dresser. ❤
I was so determined to save some of that beautiful wood 🤩 I sure try! Actually, since he wants all wood I’m going to sell this one. I’m on the hunt for another one for him!
@@ivylane-home I like all wood, but I would also like this one. You were right to try to save as much of the wood as possible. But having a small part of it painted still looks good when most of it is wood. So, you might want to check with him before selling it.
I think you are a very smart woman your nephew is a very man to have a beautiful and caring aunt ,I hope he appreciates all the hours of hard work you did for them ,,I am sure they will value this piece and keep it in the family ,,they are timeless
I am in awe, i think it is beautiful! I swear in the beginning i was going to say maybe its supposed to be 2 tones because of the different woods on the front. You blew it out of the park! Absolutely beautiful! ❤❤❤
I think that you did an amazing job! It turned out beautiful! I never knew that paint and stain would look so good together! You are definitely knowledgeable about products, paints, stains, etc! Keep up the great job! ❤❤❤❤
Wow Lisa! I am literally speechless. I never thought for a moment that you could bring that top back to wood. You did it! And beautifully! I love the painted drawers as well, I love the 2 toned look…it’s my fav. I need to get those Mohawk blend all sticks. I learn so much with each of your tutorials. I am very grateful. Your nephew and his bride will be ecstatic. ❤❤❤
Aw, thanks Lisa! I was so excited that it worked! I really was hoping to keep as much wood as possible and when I put all the drawers in I was stunned at how well it all blended together. I’m actually going to sell this one since he wanted all wood. The hunt is one for the perfect piece for them!
Quite the transformation! It turned out very well and the rich colour on the wood, the black paint, and the brass hardware are aesthetically pleasing. Excellent result after all the headaches. Your nephew is very lucky.
Fabulous! I think the black provides a nice contrast with the wood tones even more than if you decided to try to stain the whole thing. Looks like it's meant to be that way 😍
I'm surprised that you even took it after seeing it. It turned out amazing, beautiful, love the black with the stain. No, I didn’t think you could ever get it to wood, bravo on those repairs, I didn't think you could do that either.😅 So much hard work……you must really love your nephew. 😂
Can you tell I’m an optimist. 😅 I was pleasantly surprised at how it came together. Since my nephew wants all wood, I’ll be selling this one and looking for another one for him. The hunt is on!
Wow, the dresser looks amazing! Absolutely gorgeous transformation! I'll never understand why someone would paint over such beautiful wood grain! Boy, as usual you made it look absolutely stunning! Fantastic job! 😊❤
This turned out so so beautifully, I bet they will love this gift. Those three damaged drawers, almost looked like the veneer came off. I think u truly knocked this out of the park. Thank you for sharing😊😊. I love the black with the warm wood tones, breathtaking ❤❤
Thanks Rachel! I was so pleased when I put all the drawers in and saw how all the tones worked together. You know how much I struggled with this one. 🫠
Loved the louvered doors and their contrast with the painted drawers. The brass, paint and stain are wonderfu contrasts. Each detail gives your eyes a chance to rest upon it's beauty and appreciate.
I love the two tone look. I’ve seen other refinishers do this and was surprised how much I liked it. Painting those drawers was a good decision. I agree with you about brass accents on furniture. Just makes it a little more elegant. Good job as usual!
It came out gorgeous. Totally worth the pain in my opinion. I’m not usually a paint the wood kind of gal but the grey looks great with the warm wood and the brass. Love the hardware you’ve chosen. I’m glad you hung in there! You did an awesome job!
Stunning?! This piece will always, in any room, be the shining star! It is gloriously revisioned, and meticulously, thoughtfully finished. Thank you, then, for sharing your 'cause 'n effect' narrative and the 'whole-package' artistry! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Wow I’m so impressed with your perseverance and talent. You did such a great job on that piece. The combination of wood and paint was a very good solution to a problem and makes this unique. I’m sure this will be one of the most special wedding gifts your nephew will receive.
Thanks Michelle! I like the final product too! Since my nephew wanted an all wood, I’m going to sell this one and look for another one for him. The hunt is on!
I love it two toned. I didn't think you could fix that one, it was something else! It turned out beautifully and if you gift it to the bride and groom they will be so very thrilled and amazed at such a gorgeous gift. Wow......totally loving it! Great and fantastic work!!! Blessings
I You did a fantastic job, anyone would love to have this in their home - even me and I don’t usually like 1950-70 furniture. Beautiful! I have a very talented BIL who is a carpenter and cabinetmaker ( and builder…). He can look at a piece of wood and tell you what it is and how old it is. He’s incredibly talented. My Sister, when they were first married, mentioned they needed a wardrobe. She went to work, came home to a two door shaker style wardrobe. That’s love. Their house is gorgeous- only problem is.. he’s a perfectionist. And don’t touch the walls in their house!
Kudos, Lisa! This is an extraordinary accomplishment! Mid-makeover, I thought you would need to paint this dresser. The finished dresser is astonishing! What a lovely wedding gift.
@@ivylane-home Lisa, the black and brass accents brought that old, white, decrepit dresser to beautifully renewed life. I am truly inspired by your vision. Amazing talent!
You did a brilliant job. I love the two-tone. It really honors the style of the piece and the hardware and brass accents elevate the style to a high-end look. Excellent video documenting the whole process. THANK YOU for all the tips.
My pleasure! Others commented saying they think the two tone might have been part of the original design and I kinda think they are right. Can you believe they painted over the brass accents?! They definitely elevate the piece! 🤩
The result is, as always, very beautiful. I've gotten into the habit of re-veneering. Yes, the veneer costs something, but so does good paint. Veneering is simply very time-saving. In my country I get 2500mm by 320 or 640mm veneer between €14.00-28.00.
Stunning! I think this is my favorite piece of yours to date. Wow, lots of work but it paid off 10-fold. Your nephew is very lucky to be gifted this incredible piece. ♥
That makeover is fabulous!! I was so surprised when I saw the finished product. I wasn't sure the entire time where exactly you were going with it. But the two different finishes worked perfectly. It's gorgeous. Your very talented and you put a lot of work into. I appreciate how you repeatedly made a decision to do something more to get it as perfect as it could be. Your awesome😊
Gorgeous! And I really appreciate you showing how you managed to repair and disquise all those spots in the damaged wood. PIVOT!!! Plus, I am a huge fan of two tone wood and black.
This turned out really nice. Thank you so much for the tips on the wax markers and also the information on the gel stain. I think you got a very good finish on this piece. Your nephew is lucky to have your talent in the family.
I've watched hundreds of MCM makeovers and I've never preferred paint.This is the first time I can say that the black paint looks better to me than I think the wood would have looked. This was the perfect choice for this piece. Spectacular job!
Well, thank you kindly 🤩
After all that, I am shocked you painted. Was looking forward to stain.😢
@@deborahelmore1404 Did you watch the whole video and see the damage? It's tough to try to stain over bondo and in-grain paint. I was able to stain a majority of it. 🤷♀
@@ivylane-homeI love the look with paint with the wood the way you did it. Beautiful job
They are right. It was worth the effort. Proud of you. Thank you for your teaching. It is invaluable @@ivylane-home
Are you kidding me??? I can’t believe what you did to revive this piece. I’m totally blown away. The piece is absolutely breathtaking! Very seldom do I write comments, but I couldn’t pass this one by. You are amazing!
Judy, you are too kind! I was pleasantly surprised too when I put it all together and the wood tones, paint and brass just blended perfectly 🤩🫶
Your nephew is a lucky man to have you in his life. The dresser turned out beautiful.
Thanks Rhonda! This one won’t go to them since they wanted all wood, but I’ll keep looking!
The black paint went beautifully with the wood grain! You saved that piece and made it gorgeous again!
Thanks Julee! I was impressed by the final look 🤩
Wow, wow, wow Lisa!! This is absolutely stunning 😍👏🤩 You absolutely made the right decision to paint the drawers that were lighter and damaged, and choosing black gives this piece such a modern and elegant look ❤
Thanks Brenda! I really loved the final look and was pleasantly surprised 😊🤩🙌🏼
What a labor of love for a wedding gift
Well, this one won’t be going to them since they want all wood, but I’ll find just the right one for them!
ooh i like the 2 tone look! Really was quite a big transformation. It's so much prettier now.
I actually like the two tone too! 🙌🏼🤩
Stunning makeover! It will be a beautiful wedding present that your nephew and his wife will treasure for years.
Thank you! Actually I’ll have to look for a different one for them since they want all wood but I’ll find one!
reconditioned? not vintage? and not new???...i wonder the total cost and time factor in total?
I’m sorry, I don’t understand your question?
@@ivylane-home hi. you initally paid $40.00 for this piece, to renovate for a wedding gift. you have had to pay for the media to patch, the broken or missing pieces. now you, are using, paints to finish this piece of furniture? i do not understand, why put all this work into a piece of totally damaged furniture? when you can buy something new, unique, and fresh for a wedding gift? to me all this labour of love, when a Marriage Celebration is All FRESH AND NEW. A NEW BEGINNING AT LIFE AND CREATION AT A LIFE. Here You are restoring, what is Very Old and Broken? its me that does not Understand, you and Your Mind Set. Yes You Do Practise Your Craft Restoration Well? But not for a Marriage, it is putting Bad Karma on the Marriage because its not classic Vintage of Value to Start With? what s not to Understand? i am an artist, i can repair furniture if i need to...
Aw, I understand now. I see your point, but they love vintage furniture and the quality is much better than what they could buy new. It’s a name brand solid wood dresser that’s is actually worth a tidy sum refinished. I don’t think it’s bad karma, but everyone has different viewpoints on that. I think vintage pieces have more soul and personality than new pieces, but that’s just me. 🤷♀️
You are certainly an amazingly talented refinisher
Well, thank you kindly 😊
The two tones give an aesthetic balance to the piece. It reminds me of the stereo cabinets from the 1950/1960 era when modern interpretation was vogue. You outdid yourself!!😊
Thanks Denise! Others commented they think the original design was two toned. I kinda think it was.
It looks phenomenal !! Love the two-tone that's really hot right now!
I was pleasantly surprised with how well it turned out! 🤩
This is an amazing transformation! You made the right decision not to paint the entire dresser. This is absolutely beautiful!
Thanks! I was so glad I was able to keep some wood. It just looks like it was meant to be that way.
So educational to watch this process. No, I really didn’t think you’d get it to wood. That dresser was a mess! Beautiful job!
Thanks Catherine! I wasn’t sure I’d get there either, so I was pleasantly surprised with how well it turned out 😊
Wow, wow, WOW! I thank you for your determined diligence to strip this piece down to the wood. That was the perfect decision to paint those previously repaired drawers on the right with that rich black color. Watching the steps you took to restore the wood grain in those areas in need was SO educational! What a teaching opportunity.👏 Thank you! This dresser is a beautiful stunner and you did an AMAZING expert job…bravo!!👏👏👏
Thanks so much, Patty! I was SO pleased with how it came together. 🤩
You did a beautiful job! Hard to believe it's the same piece. What a great and thoughtful wedding gift!
Right?! I was stunned when I put the drawers in and saw how all the tones blended together. I’m actually on the hunt for another piece for my nephew since he wanted all wood. ☺️
Very elegant chic, yet the spirit of mid century was preserved. Awesome job! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
I agree and exactly what I hoping for. Thank you! 😊
Lisa, this is first video of Ivy Lane I've watched. I'm beyond thrilled you randomly popped up on my feed! Saved to watch again tonight. I quickly subscribed & can't wait to delve into past videos of yours. I LEARNED SO MUCH!! I see you are self-taught & an avid researcher. Sounds like me. You've obviously been doing this a long time to have the depth & breadth of knowledge shared. When I first saw this piece, I never in a million years envisioned completed transformation. I smiled big at your reaction to your reveal. Pride & delight, rightfully so, Woman! Genius, visionary, determined craftswoman. I'm excited to be a follower & soak in what you generously share. Not many do so. How long did this transformation take? Sad that piece isn't going to your nephew, but I understand if he wanted a solid wood finished piece. Did this have any maker's mark on it to determine origin? If you are selling this, where are you located. I'd buy it in a heartbeat!
Thanks Teresa and welcome! I refinished pieces for myself over the years, but I’ve been refinishing as a business for about 2 1/2 years. I still have lots to learn and this is more of a ‘learn with me channel’ but I do try to share the good, bad, and ugly in hopes that people can avoid my mistakes. 🫣 I average about 10 hours on each flip. This is a Mengel dresser. I’m in the Tulsa, OK area. ☺️
That turned out absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you so much! 😊
I admire you!! All that work, all your skils. And yes, I think you did exactly right painting the other side. Interesting hardware. I do admire you.❤
Thanks Helen! It was a usually piece, but i am so pleased with the final outcome
WHOA! It looked like a junk piece! What a process, and such a BEAUTIFUL Transformation!!! 🎉❤
Right?! I was so delighted in how it turned out. 😊
The dresser is stunning! You worked SO hard, every step made with love. Your nephew, and his bride will love it!
Thank you! Yes, they love it. 😊
Holly transformation, Batman!! The tone you got that wood to is beautiful! The change out from the 1k pieces of boring to 3 pieces of beautiful brass hardware - checkmate 🤩
Aw, thanks Natalie! 🫶 I love this hardware on MCM pieces. Just using one on each drawer seemed to streamline it 🤩🙌🏼
It’s absolutely beautiful and I love the two-tone. All I could say the whole time was just put on some new veneer at least on top but you did it without having to put on new veneer. ❤️👍❤️👍❤️👍
Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼 I need to try veneering again. My first attempt was a disaster 🫣
Oh, Sister, the wood stain resembles rosewood and looks stunning against the black! If anyone can take a rotten lemon and make sweet lemonade, its you.
I think your nephew will be proud to have that dresser. ❤
I was so determined to save some of that beautiful wood 🤩 I sure try!
Actually, since he wants all wood I’m going to sell this one. I’m on the hunt for another one for him!
@@ivylane-home
I like all wood, but I would also like this one. You were right to try to save as much of the wood as possible. But having a small part of it painted still looks good when most of it is wood. So, you might want to check with him before selling it.
@@TerryProthero thanks and I did! I texted him a pic and they loved it! I delivered it last weekend. 🤩
It is absolutely stunning! I can appreciate your perseverance in bringing this piece back to its forgotten beauty.
Thanks Janet! I really wanted refinish as much wood as possible
I am SO glad you didn't paint the entire piece. The wood/black combo is gorgeous!
Me too! I really wanted to keep as much wood as possible 🤩🖤
I think you are a very smart woman your nephew is a very man to have a beautiful and caring aunt ,I hope he appreciates all the hours of hard work you did for them ,,I am sure they will value this piece and keep it in the family ,,they are timeless
Thank you! Actually I’m going to sell this one and look for another one for them because they wanted all wood. The hunt is on!
I know you said it was stunning but that’s exactly what I was thinking “ It’s Stunning”. Beautiful job!
Thank you so much! I love how it turned out.
I am in awe, i think it is beautiful! I swear in the beginning i was going to say maybe its supposed to be 2 tones because of the different woods on the front. You blew it out of the park! Absolutely beautiful! ❤❤❤
Aw, thanks Linda! Someone else mentioned that too! I’m kinda thinking it was two toned originally 🤔
Wow!!! U did that!!! I bet it was so hard to part with. All that blood, sweat and tears you put into getting this so flawless… I’m amazed!!
Right?! I was so delighted when I put it all together to stage and saw how the tones just blended perfectly. 🤩
I think the way you finished it couldn't have been more perfect. It is stunning.
Aw, thank you! 😊
I think you made the very best of the situation. Your decision to paint the drawers black worked out beautifully. Good job, kiddo. Very snazzy.
I think so too! Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼 🖤
I think that you did an amazing job! It turned out beautiful! I never knew that paint and stain would look so good together! You are definitely knowledgeable about products, paints, stains, etc! Keep up the great job! ❤❤❤❤
Thanks Marilyn! I was pleasantly surprised at how well all the tones blended when I put everything together. It’s a stunner 🤩
Beautiful!
Thank you! 😊
Wow Lisa! I am literally speechless. I never thought for a moment that you could bring that top back to wood. You did it! And beautifully! I love the painted drawers as well, I love the 2 toned look…it’s my fav. I need to get those Mohawk blend all sticks. I learn so much with each of your tutorials. I am very grateful. Your nephew and his bride will be ecstatic. ❤❤❤
Aw, thanks Lisa! I was so excited that it worked! I really was hoping to keep as much wood as possible and when I put all the drawers in I was stunned at how well it all blended together.
I’m actually going to sell this one since he wanted all wood. The hunt is one for the perfect piece for them!
Oh my God. That is GORGEOUS! What a labor of love! Fabulous and LOVE the two-tone.
Thanks so much! 😊🙌🏼 I love the final result!
OH! MY! GOSH!!!! I can't believe it's the same piece! WOW! You are so very talented! Lucky nephew! Superb job!!!!
Right?! I was rather surprised at how well it turned out too! 😅
That came out beautiful. No one would know it hasn't been like that since it was new.❤
Aw, thank you! That is high praise 🤩
Quite the transformation! It turned out very well and the rich colour on the wood, the black paint, and the brass hardware are aesthetically pleasing. Excellent result after all the headaches. Your nephew is very lucky.
Thanks Sharon! I’ll actually be looking for a different one for them since they want all wood. I’ll find one 😊🙌🏼
Fabulous! I think the black provides a nice contrast with the wood tones even more than if you decided to try to stain the whole thing. Looks like it's meant to be that way 😍
I totally agree! I think it might have been two toned originally 😊🙌🏼
I'm surprised that you even took it after seeing it. It turned out amazing, beautiful, love the black with the stain. No, I didn’t think you could ever get it to wood, bravo on those repairs, I didn't think you could do that either.😅
So much hard work……you must really love your nephew. 😂
Can you tell I’m an optimist. 😅 I was pleasantly surprised at how it came together. Since my nephew wants all wood, I’ll be selling this one and looking for another one for him. The hunt is on!
Wow! The transformation on this piece is incredible!
Thank you very much! 🙌🏼😊
Wow, the dresser looks amazing! Absolutely gorgeous transformation! I'll never understand why someone would paint over such beautiful wood grain! Boy, as usual you made it look absolutely stunning! Fantastic job! 😊❤
Aw, thanks Pam! 🫶
Wow! Stunning way to ‘modernize a MCM!
Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼
This turned out so so beautifully, I bet they will love this gift. Those three damaged drawers, almost looked like the veneer came off. I think u truly knocked this out of the park. Thank you for sharing😊😊. I love the black with the warm wood tones, breathtaking ❤❤
Thanks Michelle! Yeah, I wondered what it looked like before. Hard to tell the damage 🤷♀️
@@ivylane-home yeah, but u made lemonade out of a bruised lemon, 😆 🤣. It was super hard to tell under all that paint what exactly was there.
Bruised lemon, for sure! 🤣
Turned out beautiful no one could of done better you work hard have a wonderful week ❤
Thanks Rita! 🫶
Two tone is beautiful. Wood is so much better than paint.
This wood was so beautiful 🤩 I’m glad I was able to refinish so much of it.
Gorgeous save, Lisa! I love the stain combo you did and the black paired with the gold/brass. It came together so beautifully!👏
Thanks Rachel! I was so pleased when I put all the drawers in and saw how all the tones worked together. You know how much I struggled with this one. 🫠
It turned out beautiful. The two tone look really works well on this piece
I think so too! Someone else mentioned they thought it might have been two toned originally. That would actually make sense.
Beautiful. Stunning. A wedding present they will always treasure and remember who gave it to them 😂
Thanks Pamela!! Actually, I’ll sell this one since they want all wood but I’m on the hunt for the perfect one for them!
They will cherish this gorgeous piece for a long time. Loved your video and watching you perform another masterpiece. Linda Beals.
Thank you Linda! I hope they do!
Loved the louvered doors and their contrast with the painted drawers. The brass, paint and stain are wonderfu contrasts. Each detail gives your eyes a chance to rest upon it's beauty and appreciate.
What a lovely way to describe it. I completely agree 🤩
I love the two tone look. I’ve seen other refinishers do this and was surprised how much I liked it. Painting those drawers was a good decision. I agree with you about brass accents on furniture. Just makes it a little more elegant. Good job as usual!
Thanks Maureen! I was surprised with how much I liked the two tone. It’s so sleek 🖤🤩
It came out gorgeous. Totally worth the pain in my opinion. I’m not usually a paint the wood kind of gal but the grey looks great with the warm wood and the brass. Love the hardware you’ve chosen. I’m glad you hung in there! You did an awesome job!
Thanks so much! I was so pleased when I put it together and saw how all the tones worked together so well. It was a win! 🤩
It’s fantastic! Great idea to leave the louvred drawers natural.
Yes! Thank you! 😊
Stunning?! This piece will always, in any room, be the shining star! It is gloriously revisioned, and meticulously, thoughtfully finished.
Thank you, then, for sharing your 'cause 'n effect' narrative and the 'whole-package' artistry! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
I think so too! Thanks Linda! 🤩
I think you made it as beautiful as it could possibly be with this restoration. Great job!
Many thanks 😊
An amazing transformation, the top is magnificent. Your nephew is receiving a wonderful gift and is a very fortunate man. This is a work of art.
Thanks Laura! Actually since they want all wood, I’ll keep looking for them and sell this one. 😊🙌🏼
Love the two tone! Can’t believe how committed you were to making this piece have new life again!
Me too! I really wanted as much wood as possible. I was so pleased with the end results 🤩
Holy moley guacamole! Wow that looks stunning. Absolutely beautiful. You did such an amazing job on this dresser. BRAVO
Thank you so much! I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome ☺️🙌🏼
I would absolutely love to have that dresser!! Your nephew and his future are so lucky to receive a beautiful piece of art!!!
Thank you so much! 😊
What a labor of love ; love for your nephew, love for the process and love for the craft. Your artistry is fantabulous!
Aw, thanks Anne! 🫶😊
Wow I’m so impressed with your perseverance and talent. You did such a great job on that piece. The combination of wood and paint was a very good solution to a problem and makes this unique. I’m sure this will be one of the most special wedding gifts your nephew will receive.
Thanks Michelle! I like the final product too! Since my nephew wanted an all wood, I’m going to sell this one and look for another one for him. The hunt is on!
Gorgeous! Stunning! An incredible save from the dumpster! Love the two tone! Atta Girl!
Aw, thanks Laurie! It was a roller coaster but I was pleasantly surprised by the end results 🤩
I love it two toned. I didn't think you could fix that one, it was something else! It turned out beautifully and if you gift it to the bride and groom they will be so very thrilled and amazed at such a gorgeous gift. Wow......totally loving it! Great and fantastic work!!!
Blessings
I was pleasantly surprised with how well it turned out. 🤩🖤
I loved the two tone!! You did an amazing job!!!
I like it too! 🤩🙌🏼
WOW!!! You really outdid yourself! It's stunning! Looks pretty darn perfect to me!! Your nephew is really lucky to have such a gorgeous piece!!
Thanks Arlene! I’m actually going to sell this one since they wanted all wood. I’m on the hunt for the perfect one for him. 😊
You just love it😂when I started watching I thought no chance 😂😂absolutely stunning, you should be proud.
Thank you! Yes, I was so surprised at how well it turned out 😅😊🙌🏼
I’m so glad you were able to save most of the wood. It is beautiful.
Me too! 😊🖤
You did a wonderful job. I'm sure the newly weds will enjoy for years to come.
Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼
I You did a fantastic job, anyone would love to have this in their home - even me and I don’t usually like 1950-70 furniture. Beautiful! I have a very talented BIL who is a carpenter and cabinetmaker ( and builder…). He can look at a piece of wood and tell you what it is and how old it is. He’s incredibly talented. My Sister, when they were first married, mentioned they needed a wardrobe. She went to work, came home to a two door shaker style wardrobe. That’s love. Their house is gorgeous- only problem is.. he’s a perfectionist. And don’t touch the walls in their house!
Thank you! Ha! That’s a blessing and a curse 🤣
Kudos, Lisa! This is an extraordinary accomplishment! Mid-makeover, I thought you would need to paint this dresser. The finished dresser is astonishing! What a lovely wedding gift.
Thanks Colleen! I was pleasantly surprised too! They love it! 😍
@@ivylane-home Lisa, the black and brass accents brought that old, white, decrepit dresser to beautifully renewed life. I am truly inspired by your vision. Amazing talent!
@@colleenfillian9516 aw, thanks! 🙏🏼
You did a brilliant job. I love the two-tone. It really honors the style of the piece and the hardware and brass accents elevate the style to a high-end look. Excellent video documenting the whole process. THANK YOU for all the tips.
My pleasure! Others commented saying they think the two tone might have been part of the original design and I kinda think they are right. Can you believe they painted over the brass accents?! They definitely elevate the piece! 🤩
@@ivylane-home, one can only imagine that they didn't want to bother with polishing the brass so painting it was a quick "fix".
I guess so 🤷♀️
What a fabulous aunt you are!
Aw, thanks! 😊
You make the best refinishing and repair videos ! I love the 2 tone.
Aw, thank you! 🫶😊
Excellent job! I like the two toned look. You didn’t have a choice unless you were to replace the veneer. That brass is gorgeous! 😍🦋
Thanks so much! I really like the two tone too. 🤩
You do such beautiful work! It looks fantastic with the painted drawers! I am a big fan ❤
Aw, thank you! 😊 🙌🏼
Perfect mix of paint and stain
Thank you! 😊
You always succeed against all the odds
Ha! Well, not always, but I try! 🫣😳😊🤩
The result is, as always, very beautiful. I've gotten into the habit of re-veneering. Yes, the veneer costs something, but so does good paint. Veneering is simply very time-saving. In my country I get 2500mm by 320 or 640mm veneer between €14.00-28.00.
I wish veneer was more reasonably priced here. 😢
Just plan unbelieveable transformation, you're such a genius. Love the black, makes it look very elegant and more modern.
I agree, Elena! The combo is surprisingly sleek and modern 🖤🤩
Came out absolutely gorgeous piece of furniture.
Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼 I think so too 😊
Stunning! I think this is my favorite piece of yours to date. Wow, lots of work but it paid off 10-fold. Your nephew is very lucky to be gifted this incredible piece. ♥
Thanks Susan! I love how it turned out! Actually, this one won’t go to him since he wanted all wood but I’ll keep looking!
Beautiful ❤ I love, love, love the two tones. It makes it look so modern!
I love the two tone too! 🤩🖤
That makeover is fabulous!! I was so surprised when I saw the finished product. I wasn't sure the entire time where exactly you were going with it. But the two different finishes worked perfectly. It's gorgeous. Your very talented and you put a lot of work into. I appreciate how you repeatedly made a decision to do something more to get it as perfect as it could be. Your awesome😊
Thanks Catherine! I really try to make it as good as possible 🤩🖤
Spectacular! Thanks for showing us how you stuck with it to make it work. Very helpful.
Thanks, Pam! I was so surprised at how well it turned out! ☺️🙌🏼
You’re right. It is stunning! I love the two tone look of this piece
Me too! 🤩🙌🏼
You did the right thing by saving the wood you could, it’s stunning
I sure tried!! Thanks!
Wow!! You did an excellent job. What a transformation!! The two tone is beautiful. Your good!!!!🥰🥰🥰
Aw, thanks Teresa! I really tried hard on this one!
Stunning with the stain & part painted black 💜
I think so too! 🖤🤩
Gorgeous! And I really appreciate you showing how you managed to repair and disquise all those spots in the damaged wood. PIVOT!!! Plus, I am a huge fan of two tone wood and black.
Thank you! I was so pleased with the two tone. I wasn’t sure at first but when I put it together I was shocked how good it looked 🤩☺️
Your refinished piece is so beautifully done!! ❤ Love the 2- tone!!! And brass accents!! Awesome 👏🏼
Thanks! The brass accents are my favorite 🤩🙌🏼
Well done. That was a lot of hard work, but the finish is excellent. Well worth the effort.
Thanks! I was pleasantly surprised with how well it turned out 😊🙌🏼
This turned out really nice. Thank you so much for the tips on the wax markers and also the information on the gel stain. I think you got a very good finish on this piece. Your nephew is lucky to have your talent in the family.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼
It is stunning and I am glad you did a wood and paint finish.
Thanks! Me too 😊🙌🏼
One word: beautiful.
Aw, thank you! 😊
Learned a long time ago to clean the brass and use a real clearcoat to eliminate any future tarnish. Brilliant job!
Thanks so much! 😊🙌🏼
This is one of my favorite transformations. It is stunning! ❤
It was one that truly surprised me too 🤩🖤🙌🏼
One of the prettiest flips that I have seen! Gorgeous!
Aw, thank you! 😊
Wow wow wow, excellent job, you really faced some challenges there, knocked it outta the park, it's stunning ✌️💜🇨🇦
Aw, thanks Anne! 🤩