Simply, I love silver leaf furniture. Perhaps one of the reasons I chose my blog's name was my admiration for my silver leaf project. After I finished it, the dresser looked so expensive that I thought man I do have champagne taste :)
So now let me show you the before and after pictures. For instructions on how to apply silver leaf check out this project the only difference is I applied silver spray paint before the step number 1.Update: Since I'm getting alot of emails asking me how I've done it, where did I get the silver leaf and all tips and tricks ( I know I'm no expert but done the same dresser 3 times lol),so I will write soon a post answering all your questions.So any more question please go ahead and write it in the comment box...thx
| Well not so much a before picture, I realized that I didn't take a before picture after I already started the spray paint |
I'll tell you a secret, this was my first silver leaf project ever and it wasn't that easy. I applied 3 times the silver leaf over that dresser.First time , I didn't like the way it turned out to be it was like a chessboard. Second time, I applied another layer of silver leaf over the first one so I can break that chessboard pattern but it was a very bad idea, it was all wrinkly so I used my sander and removed both layers. Third and it was the final one and it turned out prettay ( or I gave up and I convinced my self it is pretty lol)
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| For the small details and curves of the drawers for some reason silver leaf didnt stick so I applied Rub N Buff , like Kate from Centsationalgirl did centsationalgirl . |
Last but not least, I want to thank Kate from Centsational girl and Marian from MissMustardseed for answering my questions about how to glaze this dresser, even though I didn't use any glaze ( I did some trial and the glaze hide all the shine of silver leaf which is not what I wanted for this project but for other pieces I will definitely use some glaze to tone the shine of the silver leaf down)
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This looks amazing. I just found your blog, and cannot wait to look through your older posts. Have a fab night. Valarie
ReplyDeleteOhhh your pictures are beautiful! and very unique!
ReplyDeleteThat is lovely! Your drawer liners are so pretty too. Looks very Hollywood to me!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful and looks great on the turquoise wall!
ReplyDeleteOMG I love it! I have been wanting to do the same project, but I have not found a dresser yet that would do the silver leaf justice.
ReplyDeleteDid you use real silver leaf or the aluminum? Did you seal it?
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Wow! I really dig this! Thanks for sharing! I have the perfect piece to try this on.
ReplyDeletewow that is crazy neat. i love the stenciling on the side for an extra wow effect.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I found you at DIY showoff, new follower! - Lori
ReplyDeleteWow this is most awesome dresser ever! I love how shiny it is, what a fab idea!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so gorgeous!!! I would have been screaming and crying after the second attempt. Good thing you stuck with it because the results ate stunning!
ReplyDeleteit looks so grand i love it, thanks for sharing xxx
ReplyDeleteI love it! I think it's awesome and I love how brave you are to tackle it. I'm so inspired to try this now! You took such pains with every detail too. Would you link up to my party going on?
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Pinning it too!
Wow I totally love this. And I'm becoming a follower too!
ReplyDeleteWoWzers! I never would have thought to go with silver...and it looks FABUlous! Great job.
ReplyDeleteoh my wow! that is STUNNING... like stop me in my tracks. wow.
ReplyDeleteThis dresser is amazing. I am dying to try silver leafing. Is it terribly expensive?
ReplyDeleteOh. My. Gosh. What a gorgeous piece. I'm totally envious!
ReplyDeleteUm...wow!!! Super glam!
ReplyDeleteYou are one patient girl!! Looks gorgeous!
UNBELIEVABLE!!!! This piece is Fabulous! You really did a brilliant job,Looks like it should be in an upscale magazine:)) Deidre~ Im following you! http://simplysimplisticated4.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THIS! I can't believe how pretty this turned out. I've always seen disaster pieces when people tried to use foil! This looks fantastic. I re-did my master bedroom in silver, gold and purple. I painted both of my dressers metallic silver and then brought down the shiny-ness a bit with some black paint. Here's a look at my room, if you get bored!
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PS-Found you through Trendy Treehouse. Have a great Wednesday!
stunning. i can't imagine how much work that was, but it was worth it. it looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteThis is fantabulous! Hard to believe its your first go! You are going to have to silver leaf your everything! Even your toilet...cause if it looks like that, gosh!
ReplyDeleteThis looks absolutely, positively amazing!!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous. I think this may be the start of something new all over blogland.
ReplyDeleteShe's a beauty! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a glamorous makeover! I absolutely love it… You did an amazing job. I am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous transformation. I like the contrast with the color of the wall.
ReplyDeleteYour newest follower, Mary Alice
Wow! That is a ton of work! It looks awesome though! Great job.. woudl you do it again? ;) - Susan
ReplyDeleteI am impressed that you did not give up and you must be glad you did not. This is a stunning piece and truly inspirational and it looks great against the teal wall. Thank you for sharing! I am a new follower.
ReplyDeleteI am seriously in love! I have been wanting to try my hand at silver leaf. The dresser is so beautiful. I would love for you to link this up at our party.
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Oh... that definitely doesn't look easy.... But oh so gorgeous though!
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Wow, I love this piece! The chest turned out beautiful and I appreciate ou sharing this at the Open house Party.
ReplyDeletexo, Sherry
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteReally pretty! You certainly have a lot of patience to do it three times. I have done leafing on frames, but have never tackled a large piece of furniture. I think I am inspired!
ReplyDeleteJust saw this at Miss Mustard Seed. It's amazing!
ReplyDeleteJust saw this at Miss Mustard Seed. It's amazing!
ReplyDeleteStunning! reminds me of old hollywood! did you buy small pkgs of silver leaf - or can you buy it in bulk? I have an odd little table that is screaming for something glitzy!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful. I've been looking for a very similar dresser to silver leaf for my bedroom for months. I don't seem to have the good thrift stores where I'm located that so many other bloggers have.
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Stunning!! I just bought this exact dresser at the goodwill the other day, maybe I should do a silver leaf treatment....because I just love what you did here!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely amazing. It looks like it stepped off the pages of "Veranda" magazine! Great work. Visiting from MMS.
ReplyDeletePS I host a linky party every Friday-Sunday. I would love it if you stopped by to link up. Thanks!
GORGEOUS
ReplyDeleteLooks rich!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning piece you have here!!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
GORGEOUS!!! Did you put any sort of a finish over the leaf to protect it? I love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteSeriously awesome!!! I have a little side table similar to this style just hanging out - it might need a touch of champagne flair! Featured you today!
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love it, this was a big job. love the detail on the sides, Kathy, Petticoat Junktion
ReplyDeleteIt's so shiny!!!! I love it! I took a swing at using silver leaf once and did not like how things were going, but your dresser is making me rethink using silver leaf in the future!
ReplyDeleteNikki @ the ambitious procrastinator
This is just gorgeous! I love it, especially with the wall color and the purple runner! I will be pinning this as inspiration for our basement reno:) Thanks for sharing!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWowza! That is one pretty, shiney, lovely, statement piece you've got there, AMAZING! I'd be thrilled if you'd come and share this at the Head to Head Showdown, going on right now at www.icantstopcrafting.blogspot.com ~Jen
ReplyDeleteAmazing. Never seen anything like it. Gorgeous!Kudos for your determination!
ReplyDeleteWOW - Incredible! I've never seen a furniture re-do quite like this one. Way more impressive than the ol' white-paint makeovers that I'm guilty of! It's stunning, especially iwth your wall color and other accents. Great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a amazing job and beautiful piece! I appreciate you linking this beautify to Potpourri Friday!
ReplyDeleteWOW, this dresser is just simply too beautiful for words. I love the rich shine of the silver leaf. I have never used silver leaf but I understand how you might get that effect. How did you solve that problem on your third attempt?
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing this piece it is devine.
Traci
I love it! It came out wonderful. I'm off to see how it was done. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletethis is absolutely gorgeous! I would LOVE it if you linked this dresser up to my party!!!
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This is beautiful! I am amazed that such a large piece looks so great in silver leaf! If this is your first attempt, I can't imagine what's in store down the road :)
ReplyDeleteKim
I am completely crushing on your dresser! Your newest GFC follower!
ReplyDeleteThat is an amazing piece - excellent job! So unique!
ReplyDeleteStacey of Embracing Change
I'm so glad I found your blog! I'm following you now.
ReplyDeleteI know first hand silver leaf and gold leaf is not easy to work with. Good for you for sticking with it! Love, love it, and no you didn't convince yourself it was pretty, it is!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from the Shabby Nest! Absolutely love that dresser! Thanks for the inspiration!
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karianne
Wow! They really are very similar dressers! I love the silver leaf, it is so pretty!!!
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www.theinspiredcollection.blogspot.com
Stunned. You did a fabulous job. Consider sharing with my readers at http://sassafrassalvation.blogspot.com/2012/01/sasss-sunday-salvation-show-7.html
ReplyDeleteOh I LOVE it SO much. Hope you can link this up at my turquoise lovin' party going on!! http://www.sweetlittlegals.com/2012/01/turquoise-lovin-21.html
ReplyDeleteExquisite! It is so beautiful. Great job!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh seriously! That is one AMAZING dresser! You deserve an award :) I LOVE it!!!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! Absolutely stunning! Come show off at my place tonight if you can!
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ChattyChics.com
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I'm absolutely in love with the dresser!! Awesome job!!!
ReplyDeleteWow this is so spectacular
ReplyDelete-KAT-
Hi there- Just letting you know I am sharing this at tonights Feathered Nest Friday party! Thank you for linking up!! :)
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous and amazing! Great job and it was most definitely worth the effort. So glad to see it featured at some lovely parties!
ReplyDeleteHeather @At The Picket Fence
Totally pinning this. Amazing!! Thanks for being honest about the process though- I might have to think about it twice before jumping in... :)
ReplyDeletesuch a beautiful dresser! You showed great patience in redoing it 3x!!! holy cow. I think after the first attempt I would have scrapped it and looked for an easy 'out'! :) Nicely done. Enjoy that beauty!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Truly gorgeous! Love, love it!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! I can't imagine the amount of time and patience this must have taken, but the results are well worth it! Brava! I will be pinning this, as well.
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Wow, this is beyond AMAZING! Love, love it! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI HAVE to do this!!!
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greetz from Germany
Fantastic! Pinning it.
ReplyDeleteOhhh I love this....the blogging world is sure costing me money, but my home is being made more into what I love! thanks for this. Lady
ReplyDeleteOhhh I love this....the blogging world is sure costing me money, but my home is being made more into what I love! thanks for this. Lady
ReplyDeleteAs everyone else has said, THIS I FREAKING AMAZING. I love it. I would love to try silver leaf but I haven't had the guts. Again, amazing! You go girl!!!
ReplyDeleteLove it to pieces!! Thanks so much for linking up to Overflowing with Creativity!! Have you entered my giveaway yet?
ReplyDeleteXO, Aimee
Customizable Frames, Signs, Wall Decor
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWow great job I have a dresser almost the exact same as this one. I painted it white now I want mine to look like this!!
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ReplyDeleteAWESOME... you did a beautiful job! Thanks for sharing, I LOVE IT!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW...this is PRICELESS!!!!
ReplyDeleteFeaturing your amazing dresser tonight at Project Queen!!! Thanks so much for linking up your projects...they were all fabulous!!!
ReplyDeleteMandy
Congrats! You've been featured at The Kurtz Corner! Thanks for linking up, I can't wait to see what you've been working on :)
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Wow! Your dresser is gorgeous! Now I'm thinking of all the things I could add silver leaf to. I found you through Skip to my Lou. Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteThe best thing about silver leafing that u dont have to sand !!!
DeleteThis is the coolest dresser I have ever seen!!! great job!!!
ReplyDeleteRach, from Family Ever After
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pps- i have a link party on friday nights if you're interested in linking! (once upon a weekend)
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Oh my <3!!! I'm having palpitations! I have used silver leaf but not to this extent. Stunning. Thanks for sharing and I'm a new follower.
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Third time is definitely the charm! <3
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at the Kiss & Tell party over at I Gotta Create!
Yep, this is pure awesomeness. I can't believe it. It's absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing with my peeps! It's beautiful! I've seen everyone bragging on you everywhere! Great job!
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ChattyChics.com
This is gorgeous! Amazing job!
ReplyDeleteYour dresser is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOh SO snazzy!!!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful dresser on Kammy's Korner!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHow much did this cost? I love it!
ReplyDeleteThis is such and amazing piece! I've seen you popping up everywhere. Job well done ...
ReplyDelete... would you like to share at our multi-blog "Imagine the Impossibilities" link party? I think everyone would really enjoy it as much as I ...
Here's the link: http://www.itallstartedwithpaint.com/2012/01/imagine-impossibilities-2012-link-party.html
We stay live until Friday midnight (CST). Hope to see you at the party!
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Visiting from Furniture Feature Friday. (My post is next to yours!) I love this piece. I am always painting things silver...lamps, picture frames etc. I have yet to try furniture but have wanted to. Hmmm. When I find the right piece I am going to make the leap. I am thinking maybe bedside tables in my master! I am bookmarking this post.
ReplyDeleteI love this!!! So Much!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty!! So unique! I have never seen anything like it! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out fabulous! It is very pretty and a great update to an older dresser.
ReplyDeleteWow....what a bold and beautiful transformation! This would look awesome in a dining room too. I'd love to know how you got the third layer to not look like patchwork. Is there a trick to that?
ReplyDeleteThat turned out beautiful! I was checking paint samples in Lowe's yesterday to paint a nightstand I am making and saw they had metallic paints in some beautiful colors, but wondered about how it would look on furniture,this gives me a good idea! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to update an old dresser.
ReplyDeletecan you post a list of what you used and maybe where you got it?
ReplyDeleteStunning...
ReplyDeleteIt's awesome I love it new follower.
ReplyDeleteI saw that you didn't glaze it, is it hard to clean? Or does the silver rub off when trying to dust or wipe it down? I'm thinking of doing something similar in my daughters room.... Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!! I. am. in. LOVE! Wow! Awesomeness
ReplyDeleteOMG so shiny! I want it. I actually have a jewelry cabinet I want to silver leaf so looking forward to the tute!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful. I would love for you to stop by my party on Wednesday night and link it up. GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteabsolutely beautiful! I cant wait to read about how you did it!!
ReplyDeleteSamm @ LittleHouseintheBigD.com
how did you stencil over it and where did you get the stencil, what did you stencil with, Annie Sloan paint???
ReplyDeleteI used Valspar Glaze the black one, it was so hard to apply but it was the only black paint I had on hand...and the stencil i bought it on clearance from Lowe's for $1.99
DeleteTotally awesome as well as original - nice work! Thank you for linking up to my Creative Inspirations party - I am so glad you came by! I would love for you to come back this week to link up again!
ReplyDeleteStacey of Embracing Change
I featured this today at Mod Mix Monday!
ReplyDeleteFabulous!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome! How much silver leaf did it take? I really want to silver leaf something in my house now!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment on my blog. Your dresser turned out beautifully! Makes me want to silver leaf another piece of mine.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job...one of the prettiest pieces of furniture I've seen! I have a linky party starting tomorrow (midnight tonight) and running through Friday...I'd love to have you share this there! :)
ReplyDeleteLove at first sight. I would love that in my living room. Can you post what specific paint did you use. Did you use varnish to make it shiny. I thought in the beginning that its kinda brownish, but its the reflection of the floor that changed the color. So so amazing transformation.
ReplyDeleteplz check out this link to see all the details
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please send me the instructions on how to create this awesome silver dresser....please.
ReplyDeleteJeanne you can click on this link to see the tutorial:
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Simply GORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and unique - so pretty! Thanks for coming by to link up - please come back - you have such nice work!
ReplyDeleteStacey of Embracing Change
I adore this dresser!! Where did you end up finding it?
ReplyDeleteThx alot...this was a craig's list find :)
DeleteReally cool. I will be featuring this tonight at my Swing into Spring party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I've Been Featured button. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThat looks awesome! I would love for you to share it (and any other creations) at my new linky party- "Pin It and Win It Wednesday" @ www.cheapcraftymama.com!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely stunning! I don't think I've seen anything like it - looks like it would cost $5,000 in a store! Do you think it will chip off?
ReplyDeleteI would love if you would post it and share it with my readers! Join the Community and share any of your creative project!
Susan @ Oh My! Creative
I found the same style (french provincial) high boy chest and nightstand off of craigslist some time back that I bought for my daughter's room. I've been trying to decide on what I want to do with it (painting) because I don't like the stain that's on it currently. I stumbled across this project of yours and it looks absolutely stunning. I'm just not sure if I'll have the time to accomplish something like this...especially being 5 and a half months pregnant. Was this terribly expensive to complete?... Seems like it would need quite a bit of silver leaf to cover it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up this beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteVery cool!
Stacey of Embracing Change
This is beautiful.. I can't wait for the tutorial! :-) I'm now a follower and would love if you could follow me back. Tx
ReplyDeleteI'm speechless!
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous, girl!
Okay, this blog posting of yours totally inspired me to follow through on my leafing project... leafing my french provincial chest and nightstand (that matches your dresser). I'd love for you to check it out!...
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wow what a gorgeous result, that is just stunning! so glad I could help!
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