French Plus Bohemian: A Chair Story in the Traditional Upholstery Manner

What do you get when you mix an old boring chair with new, exciting materials and traditional methods? French Boho, of course...read on!

Artisanal Upholstery: Gilded Antique French Settee and Chair in the Traditional Manner

Traditional upholstery methods plus a fabulous designer fabric make these antique French pieces stand out in a crowd. Have a look at some of the steps they took along the way!

Peacock Green Milkpainted Antique Dresser with Agate and Brass Pulls

Just for fun, I did a (supposedly) quick project. I had previously stumbled upon, and brought home, the perfect dresser for some milk paint, which I have been yearning to use for some time.

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardOctober 8, 2015agate, antique, blue, brass, casters, dresser, gold, green, milk paint, natural, nature, peacock, wheels Comment

American Empire Conversion: Tumble-Down Dresser to Smart Buffet

This piece was in such terrible condition inside, it wasn't worth rebuilding and trying to restore. It was, however, worth sharpening my skills and creativity to make something new out of it.

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardAugust 22, 2015antique, blue, bookcase, buffet, cabinet, dining, gold, hutch, navy, shelf, white Comment

Henredon Campaign Dresser and Nightstands: Sapphire Blue Vintage Gems

I picked up these gems more than two years ago, and squirreled them away until I had a vision, and the tools, workspace and ability to carry out that vision.

South Beach Inspired: The Blue and White Dresser

Okay, so I may not know when to say when…

Tur-key to Tur-quoise: Antique Oak Dining Table

This table was part of a package deal. A buffet I spotted on Craigslist that had me salivating came with this non-matching beat-up table.

Chinoiserie Style: Blue and Gold Vintage Credenza

My favorite adjectives in decorating happen to be: colorful, bright, and gilded.

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardApril 23, 2014abstract, blue, Chinoiserie, credenza, gilded, glam, gold, Palm Beach, regency Comments

Vintage French Serving Cart: Ooh La La!

This is the piece that turned me around to appreciate French style furniture.

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardMarch 22, 2014bar, blue, bright, French, gold, makeover, painted, vintage Comments

Antique Acanthus Wreath: Ring Pulls to Bling Pulls

This piece needed an outfit to showcase its acanthus wreath jewelry!

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardOctober 24, 2013antique, blue, chippy, elegant, milk paint, silver, wash Comments

Super Sale: Buy A Dresser, Get a Horse

When you buy a dresser from a Craigslist seller, you get a horse.

Painted FurnitureLeslie HowardMay 6, 2013blue, craigslist, dresser, horse, milk paint Comments

Mediterranean Sea Suite: Banish the Brown

At any one of my favorite thrift shops, I can usually find something great to paint. This particular day, I picked up two items that I had previously passed by on several occasions.