2.02.2012

The Good, Bad & the Ugly

 About two weeks ago, I had the bright idea to refinish my kitchen table. 

{the old one...} 



I wanted to go for something like this:


It had a lot of 'under the paint damage, like water, etc.....which I shortly found out...


My hubby and his buddy {like that rhyme?} told me that the table top, was particle board. I said, "No way!"

Uh huh!

So while it was snowing and storming outside, I was making a snowstorm, inside. Except instead of snow, I was sanding!

I started off trying to strip the layers off with a paint/varnish remover. Well only about a tenth of the finish came off. Now! I had a hot mess. All slimy and goopy.



{yuck! and don't worry, the kids weren't around to get high on fumes...and the windows were open}

I've put in about 5 hours into this table {sanding and stripping} and I ruined it. OOPS!

Guess what? I sanded too far along the outer edges. Causing the...yup...particle board to be exposed, which was all crumbly and warped from the previous water damage.

I really did like the table....I am really bummed! Especially since my mom gave it to me about six years ago...free!

It was black, and I left it black until about six months ago. I thought I wanted a white table.

The white table was nice for a while, but again, impatient me never listened to the hubby and the buddy, and didn't sand or anything...just painted over it {MISTAKE!}

Apparently my kids are a lot harder on tables than I realized. Oh, and looking at the before photos, I realized I changed my chairs. I will post later on those...yup think, white/cream material, slipcovers, kids and ketchup = crazy mom!!

So! My title!?

The Good? I found a table for $40 on CL {thanks food money...} and with the leaf, it will seat 8 people!


{Forgot to get a before sanding pic}
The Bad? I am sad I lost my table

The Ugly? The mess I had to clean up in our driveway!! and no, I didn't take a picture


~*Why can't I learn to listen to people who know what they are talking about?? 



Our dining room now, what I came up with using what I had...







Here's a sneak peek of what we are working on now-

Bedroom update...Since I'm done destroying tables, rearranging the living room and organizing closets, I hope to get back to doing the bedroom. Have done a few more things since posted last about it, and am working on the headboard, and the wall that the bed is on. 


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15 comments:

  1. Hi Jessica!
    I'm taking a little break at work to pop in and say hello!
    Your new dining room table is beautiful! Don't you just love Craig's List?

    I have some catching up to do on Maci's blog. I worked extra hours last week to make up snow days.

    You are always in my thoughts and prayers!
    ~Lynne
    [w/L}

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  2. I love your new table! Too bad about the first one (don't you hate it when hubby is right?) Can't wait to see what you are working on!

    ~Shanon

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  3. What a bummer on your first table :( Your finished product looks amazing though and the results are fabulous! I just did a table re-do as well and it was definitely a lot of work!

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  4. Too bad about your old table. I've done the same thing before, you are not alone. But the new table turned out lovely.

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  5. Your new table is lovely~ sorry about your other one. Thanks for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!

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  6. It was so wonderful meeting you today Jessica! :) I love your blog. Your dining mirror is gorgeous.did you find it on CL?? Lets get together in Sumner soon! Hugs, Rachel

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  7. Rachel, My hubby actually found it at a garage sale up in Lake Tapps last June! They have a huge community sale right around the first Saturday in June! It was a dark espresso..and of course it's not now! LOL I also left a comment on your blog post too!! Yes! Lets get together sometime!! Have a great rest of your day!

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  8. Don't you hate it when your husband's right, especially about decorating projects? :-)
    Found you via French Farmhouse 425.
    Glad to be your newest follower, Mary Alice Hop on over for a visit when you get a chance.

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  9. Hi Jessica~~ I just came over to your blog from Rachel's blog. I am your newest follower. Lucky to get the beautiful dresser:))Looking forward to following you.
    Hope you are enjoying the weekend.
    ~Cheryl
    Fresh Vanilla For C

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  10. Your new table looks fabulous in your dining room! I hate it when DH is right...thank goodness it isn't very often though! LOL
    Have a great weekend!
    ~Des

    I am also your newest follower :o)

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  11. I found you through ShabbyFrenchForme and am your newest follower. I am so saddened to hear about your little 5 year old. I have a 5 year old granddaughter and she is one of the brightest spots in my life. Just today, while MyHero and I were out driving he said, "We are so lucky to have such healthy grandchildren"...and we thanked God for that. I am keeping your daughter and your family in my prayers. God bless you- xo Diana

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  12. First, I am praying for your adorable little daughter. I just know that all will be well with her.
    I am new to your blog, and though I am sorry you ruined your loving table, I did so enjoy your telling of the tale and the end result is gorgeous. I love the huge mirror that you have there, I have a similar one in the living room, but I think it would serve me better in the dining room. Yours looks amazing there, thanks for the inspiration!
    New follower,
    Patti

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  13. Hahaha Jessica, you are too funny! Love your funny story! lol But I do like your new table - it's amazing! Wish I could find something like that - our table is black right now too! lol Anyway, take care and enjoy your Super Bowl Sunday weekend.


    Hugs,
    Jessie

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  14. Hi Jessie,
    i just found your blog whilst visiting Shabby French For Me. I have to say I admire your dedication with that table and the finishing result proves that you certainly work at it! lol
    I also would love to join all your friendly bloggers to surround you and your family in prayers for Maci. I'll keep visiting because I love your beautiful spirit xo

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  15. Hi Jessie,
    i just found your blog whilst visiting Shabby French For Me. I have to say I admire your dedication with that table and the finishing result proves that you certainly work at it! lol
    I also would love to join all your friendly bloggers to surround you and your family in prayers for Maci. I'll keep visiting because I love your beautiful spirit xo

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I really enjoy reading your feedback!! Thank you very much for taking the time to write me a note!! xo ~*Jessica