What's more fun than finding one antique table? Finding two! Yes, that's right. A few days ago, I shared the first damaged table in my haul that receives a
DIY French transfer. Although, this time around, check out this hidden gem behind quilted curtain number one that was donated by a young 92-year-old gal. Any guesses? I spy feet peeking out...tee hee! To be sure, it's an antique tilt top table.
What is a tilt top table, you say? Well, first, you can see one I found curbside turned into a pink cutie
over HERE. To sum it up, it's basically a sweet tea table that folds up against the wall and out of the way. However, many times, the table also showcases gorgeous artwork in European styles.
As you can see, this one has artwork applied to it at one time and it is not original. Also, while this is a pretty awesome table from the 1920's, it is a hack of a higher quality made table. In all honesty, this original label cracks me up!
As a matter of fact, notice the "Imitated - never duplicated" part. haha!
STRIPPING TIME
To start, if you look at the table with the art facing you, you'll see the damage that someone was trying to cover up. First, I want to change this up, so I apply a paint stripper to the artwork.
Second, I smear around the stripper (not me...the CitriStrip...ahem) and cover with plastic wrap to let rest of about an hour. Even more, you can see how I've used CitriStrip in
past projects HERE. Actually, the top is not made of wood, but rather a manufactured material simulated to look like leather.
Meanwhile, I grab my nail punch and sink in the popped-up nails all around the perimeter of the tabletop, as well as tighten up the braces underneath.
Then, as soon as the stripper has cut into the paint, I take my putty knife and gently scrap off what I can. Admittedly, seeing that palette of colors makes me...eep!...eager to paint!
PUNCH OF COLOR
Next, as I let the spot dry on the tabletop, I break out my latest exciting second's color. Sigh...isn't it gorgeous? As soon as I saw it, I thought..."poppies" and my mind reels at the possibilities.
This is the color for the base of the table. In contrast, for the top of the table, I'm using my custom mix color that will be the base color or "canvas".
As soon as the paint cures on top, I begin to add the art I had envisioned when I saw the poppy paint color. I often share how much I enjoy painting freehand but lack the time to really do what I like. This time around, I'm crunched for time and while I try as I might...I have
a bit of a distraction. tsk
Granting that Loula repeatedly interrupted with paw on my shoulder, even knocking the table on my head giving me my first gray hairs, I actually got to paint while she slept. What is more, you can see my technique in part on this
vintage Bassett buffet or my blending technique on
this antique dresser or this
Mid Century chest.
POPPY LOVE
Finally, after a small bit of time actually painting, my antique tilt top table makeover is complete. {{huge sigh of relief with applause}}
Not only does that fun poppy color really add a literal pop to the room, but that flowers steal my heart.
Now, let's see this cutie-patootie upright, shall we?
Basically, just as described, the top tilts up, the legs extend out, and you're ready for teatime. I love it!
As a final point, for the finish I apply a brown wax over the poppy color. Meanwhile, the top receives a couple coats of a matte poly.
While I had a blast recreating this antique tilt top table, my goal, as always, is to inspire you. For you to create your own story with your own project. Additionally, if you'd like to make this a part of your home, you can find it in
my online store.
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