Sometimes you fall in love with a design style and it may seem out of reach, but it isn’t. One of the popular trends right now is modern farmhouse chic. Crisp lines with touch of rustic. Today is Furniture Fixer Upper day and I’m excited to share with you an simple update that turned this outdated piece into a farmhouse chic cabinet. Be sure to read through to see what my blogger friends have created for you too.
I choose this cabinet because I had a custom request for a client for a piece to fit in a kinda awkward spot in their home. They had limited space and didn’t want it to be too tall, but also have drawers so their children could place their things in it.
So, you can imagine how delighted I was when I just started shopping and found this one that fit, but also had enough drawers. SCORE!!
There was a bit of visual wear to the bottom front inlays and minor imperfections here and there. Otherwise, we are good to go.
The inside of the drawers weren’t exactly pretty, but a simple solution will fix that as well.
TIME TO START
This original color scheme didn’t match the client’s current decor, so first order of business was to use my sander and take off the finish on the inlay. Here is a side-by-side comparison after sanding one down.
Next step is to stain the inlays with a new color. In trying to match the client’s current pieces in their home, I used Early American(see on these pieces) and then a second coat of Provincial (seen HERE) to get a rich color.
TIME FOR PAINT
Once the stain cured, it was time to paint the rest. When working on details, I like to avoid using tape and feel a steady hand works better. 
Magic Linen Waffle Blanket ~ $130
When I got to the point of working on the drawers, I used my brush to make quick work of it. Oh, and in case you’re wondering, I’m using the color Bleached Linen by Behr – the same color used in these projects. I love it!
Next up is the hardware. It was a dull brassy color, but I chose to take it up a notch with some flat black spray paint by RustOleum. That’s some good stuff, right there.
Last, but not least, to cover up those waffle board drawers. I typically use a wallpaper to do this job. However, because I wanted a bit of an industrial feel to this farmhouse chic cabinet makeover, I used this awesome Con-Tact Paper in Brushed Copper. Let me just say I love anything copper and my mind is reeling with the possibilities of this stuff!! More projects coming soon…promise. tee hee hee.
THE REVEAL
After that, we’re all done and ready for the new owner. Here’s what she had to say, “Oh my GOODNESS!!!! I ADORE IT LARISSA!!!! Ekkkkk……Thank you so very much!” That made me giggle. Thank you, Karen!
I must say, I love the refreshed new look and that the inlay was given a deeper tone.
My favorite part is the inside where I added some whimsy for her kids using my Old World Numbers stencil. I’ve used it with much success in these makeovers.
And then the fun coppery good drawers. mmmm….
Likewise, I’d love it if you would pin a share this project to inspire others.
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Beautiful project! Really love the numbers on the drawers inside!
Thanks! I love to add special touches here and there. 🙂
This is a really coo transformation. I agree the numbers what a nice surprise
So fun to hear. Thanks for the encouragement. 🙂
I loved this cabinet makeover! I too love love copper anything. I’m going to find that contact paper!
I’m was like oooh…aaahhhh…and my kids thought me funny. hee hee hee.
Beautiful! I love the copper lining. I have to try that!
Marilyn
That is some fun stuff! They make other metals too.
Love this and everything you do! Thanks for sharing and I hope to gain a good new brush! 🙂
You are so sweet, Mary. Thank you!
Love the copper in the drawers! I pinned this one!!
yay!! Thank you!
Beautiful! Perfect piece! Love the numbers! ❤️❤️
Adding some whimsy is always fun. Thanks, Jamie!
Great job!! I love your taste in furniture pieces.
I’m so happy to hear it. Thank you!
Gorgeous! That really turned out to be such a lovely piece of furniture.
Thank you for this wonderful giveaway opportunity. I could use some new brushes and would dearly love to try them Zibra brushes. Oh, I hope I win.
I also pinned this…..https://www.pinterest.com/pin/337066353351414250/
My pleasure, Colleen. Thank you! Got your extra entry. 😉
Love your makeovers.
How wonderful to hear. Thank you!
I agree that the right brush makes all the difference. I was wondering how sanding the inlay would turn out, but it worked, thanks for the tip.
Sanding is no different than a veneer or solid wood. It just takes a gentle touch. 😉 Thanks for stopping by!
Very pretty! I have not tried Zibra brushes. I really want to now!
Thanks, Jane! I am very picky on my brushes and was hesitant to switch, but when I did I was sold on them enough to carry them in my shop. Believe me, I surprised myself! 😀
I don’t do Facebook so unable to ‘like’ or comment but did go and do a visit. I absolutely loved that one dresser that was trimmed in gold; absolutely beautiful. So many beautiful make-over pieces but that gray dresser trimmed out in gold I believe was my favorite.
I love the new look! So pretty.
Love the brushes too.
Thanks! They sure are fun to use.
I love how it turned out! And copper looking paper? Cool!
Thank you for the chance to win too.
Thanks! My pleasure to share these gems. 🙂
Pinned…:)
Got it!
I keep waiting for you to create something I don’t love – but I don’t think that’s going to happen. Beautiful, as usual.
hahahaha…too funny! Hugs to you, Donna.
Very nice. Got to try some of the copper paper, on something, somehow 🙂
I felt the same! I am working on another project…can’t wait.
I am SO GLAD you didn’t paint the pretty burled doors! THe cabinet looks great. You finished the inside wonderfully and I love the copper paper lining. I love your posts! You inspire me.
It was all up to the client in this case, but I wouldn’t have if they could be saved for sure. Thanks!
Another job well done, Larissa. I am always impressed with your choice of paint colors, when to leave wood as wood and what you do to the insides of drawers and cabinets. Brilliant!!
Thank you for making my day, Cathy. So many assume I paint everything and if they would look closely, I don’t paint anything of value. 🙂
I just bought some brushes from you and can’t wait to use them, but would sure love to win some more!! I love working on furniture!
I can’t wait to hear how you like them, Sue. Yay!
And I pinned this post too!
Got ya!
You have some great projects!!!
Wonderful to hear. Thank you!
Beautiful piece. It’s more work to refinish wood but so worth it!
I agree. This cabinet was nothing special and that inlay was the best part of it. Client had say in what happened to it and I’m glad she kept it.
I love how this turned out! One question, how did you handle the separation in the inlay? Wood filler?
I actually just left it because it wasn’t moving and the stain hid the separation. Win-win.
Love It! Love it! Love it!
Thanks, Cheryl!
Beautiful! I love all of your projects with the number stencils. Also incorporating some copper accents in my home. Thanks for the brushed copper Con-Tac paper idea!!
You can’t beat fun Con-Tact paper!! 😀
I am going to try the copper contact paper. Fun project
Have fun!
I didn’t know about copper paper. I like the inlaid next to the paint too. Visited Zibra and now pinning site.
This was a fun makeover. Thanks!
What a cool piece! Those drawers!!! Alright, that does it. I need to look into these brushes!
hee hee…I love your tenacity!! Thanks, Becky. Let me know if you have any questions about the brushes.
I think I need to find some copper contact paper. Like NOW! Beautiful piece.
I know the feeling! hee hee hee. Thank you.
I’ve pinned this beautiful chest! I don’t know if I could have painted this. I grew up with parents who refinished antiques and I just love the look of old wood. But painted pieces are growing on me ! Thank you for a chance at these brushes, Larissa.
Thanks for pinning! This was purchased from either a Target or something and was nothing special. If you know me, I don’t paint wood that has value or would be devalued by painting. I keep good wood when I can. This particular piece was all up to the client and she liked the inlay so we kept it. I’m glad she did!
Lovely work!
Thank you, Jamee.
I adore the detailed veneer and was glad to see you didn’t paint over it. What a beautiful, useful piece!
Yes, I only did what the client wanted and don’t paint wood of value. Thanks! 🙂
Such a cool piece with great storage. I love the look of the white next to the beautiful inlay. Lovely job Larissa! xo
Thanks, Jen!
Yay, a giveaway I can enter – I’ve been wanting those brushes since you started promoting them (finger’s crossed). Another gorgeous makeover, Larissa! I love the new stain color on the inlays and the numbered surprises waiting inside. Did you say, copper tack paper! Yes please. Pinned 🙂
I try! 😀 I know you would love them, Marie. I was hooked after I gave them a try and that’s saying something because I am SUPER picky. Thanks for the love!
LOVE IT! and everything else that you transform!! I pinned it: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/113153009371283451/ Would love new brushes!!!
Got your pin entry. 🙂 Thanks so much!
I love this “do over”! I especially love the copper contact paper that you put in those cute drawers. I didn’t know they made such a thing. (I have to get out more often) I am going to have to find some place to use that pretty stuff! I was also wondering how you fixed the separation of the wood in the inlaid? I wouldn’t have any idea how to do that and make it look good. Thanks for sharing and thank for the giveaway!
Thanks, Renee. I actually chose to leave it as it wasn’t going anywhere and the stain hid that flaw. win-win! You would love the copper and they also make a stainless steel paper too. Fun!
This turned out super cute!! I wouldn’t have thought the inlay could look so nice and modern!
I’m so happy to hear it. Thanks, Maureen!
Wow! I love this makeover! Your attention to the little details, or “extras,” really make your pieces shine. Love the numbers, the re-loved insets on front, the copper drawer liners, not to mention the new color!
Woot! Thank you. I really tried to tweak to the client’s needs and kids. Fun for all!
I would love to try the new brushes they look fantastic. Love the cupboard and the numbered drawers!!
Thanks for the love, Wendy!
I would be so excited to try Zibra brushes! I have a small chest that needs a make-over and I learn so much from your posts! I have pinned this post here: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/124974958392482180/
Sounds like a perfect project. I got your extra entry. Thanks!
Pinned!
Ooh Larissa. I love it! I’ve never seen that copper contact paper!
Excellent to hear! Thank you. You have to check out the other metallics too. So fun!
I love reading what you do and your wonderful advice. Thanks for sharing and this end result is amazing.
Great project…love the numbers on the drawers and how the inlay just pops!!! Pinned on Pinterest 🙂
Got your pin entry! 😀 Thanks for the love, girl.
I love the copper drawer liner! I have never seen that before but it looks excellent. Thanks for sharing that with us.
My pleasure, Rebecca. 🙂
Pinned it! Hope I win! I have some projects coming up that I’d love these brushes for! ? Love your stuff!
They will be such a blessing. Got your extra entry. Thanks!
Gorgeous! I pinned it here:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/379991287299940677/
Got ya!
What a perfect piece for your client! I love that you kept the inlay in the wood tone… So fresh and pretty now! Of course the numbers on the inside might be my favorite. ?
I’m so glad she chose to keep it. That’s one of the hard parts of custom work is going against my wood-loving self. 😀 Thanks, Christy!
You are so talented! I really need these brushes to paint furniture better.
Thanks, Doreen! They are so awesome to have. You will love them!
The copper paper is beautiful! Can’t tweet but can comment. I love the makeover.
Thanks so much! I love it too.
This is a beautiful piece and the contrast of the paint and the stain is beautiful. Love the copper-lined drawers. Can understand why the owner was thrilled with the finished product!
Paint/Stain combo is one of my favorite ways to makeover a piece when possible. Thanks, Becky!
Love the results! I adore the inlay and how you treated it, makes it even more beautiful!
That means much, Beth. Thank you!
Yep! I’m pinning it right now! 🙂
Sweet!
Every time I see things that are numbered I think to myself, “I really love that, and need to try it one day!”, and one day soon, I will finally get to it! You always do such a beautiful job with your work! ❤️
It is not only fun to look at, but helps me remember where things are. 🙂
I love the copper contact paper. I will be on the lookout for my dresser.
Fun!
Love this project..pinned it
Gorgeous! Love the combination of stain, paint and copper.
It has that industrial farmhouse feel I love. Thanks!
You have the magic touch. I love everything you do.
That makes my heart happy, Tracy. Thank you!
Lovely makeover! It has been pinned! Thanks for a fun giveaway also. ?
My pleasure, Patti. 🙂
Love the new color of the inlay!
That honey color had to go. hahaha. 🙂
Never would have thought of copper contact paper! and it is delightful!
So fun and easy to use too.
Once again, you blow me away! I would have likely walked by that piece thinking it was a kinda dated style. Amazing job!
Sweet! The best part is that although it wasn’t vintage or antique, it worked for her needs and we were able to get it done. win-win!
Those brushes look wonderfully easy to use! I would love a set! 😉
They sure are!
Beautiful! This inspires me to try this on a vintage piece I have with a similar finish. Love the Zibra brushes. Used one recently to paint the insides of my kitchen cabinets. Was very pleased with it.
Beautiful job, as always!
Thank you for the kind words, Deb. I’m so happy to hear you enjoy the brushes too. 🙂
I love this cabinet, and you gave it just what it needed. The numbers on the drawers on the inside is a nice finishing touch. I pinned it here: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/178314466478547105/
I pinned!
Love the inlays it is a beautiful makeover.
Got it! and thank you. 🙂
I pinned to my painted furniture board. Going to check out the paint brushes. I’ve been using cling on or purdy but always looking for something else!
Sweet! I use to use Purdy when I couldn’t find another, but felt they were heavy and held paint too much…hard to explain. I’d love for you to try these too.
I pinned also. Love your transformations.
Got ya. Thanks!
I love you makeovers, beautiful!
You are so kind. Thank you!
LOVE the look of that contact paper!! As usual, the re-do is beautiful. The drawers inside of the cabinet are so unique!!! Nice # touches!!!
It made it fun for sure. Thanks so much!
Larissa I love all of your work, it is so interesting to see what design you come up with. The brushes look wonderful to use. Keep up the good work, love seeing your posts.
So sweet to hear, Darlene. Thank you!
Love the copper, love that you always share such great ideas and love the opportunity to perhaps try out a few new brushes. I recently herniated a disc in my neck and I’m having some trouble controlling my brushes and you speak so highly of this line, so it would be fun to try them out….there’s NO substitute for a good brush!!
You said it. I’m so sorry to hear of your troubles. Those kind of setbacks can be frustrating and hope you can get back at it soon. Hugs!
I pinned it! I love what you did to this chest – every bit of it.
Wonderful to hear! Thank you. Got your entry. 😉
I love this brand of brushes and would love some new ones.
That’s fantastic to hear. Thanks!
I just pinned it!
Got ya. 😀
Great job! Thanks for introducing me to the Zibra brush line. I hope to give it a try.
My absolute pleasure!
What a fun piece! Love the drawers and I’m going to have to search out the copper contac paper!
Woot, woot! I’m so stoked you like it. Thanks!
Love this! Beautiful and functional for the kids! A winning combination! Great job! 🙂
Thanks for the encouragement, Debbie. 😀
Yes I really like your projects! I pinned it @ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/215609900893201579/.
We are considering painting our cabinets in our kitchen. An overwhelming challenge.
Thanks! Got your extra entry. Kitchen cabinets are not my fave for sure as I was trained on them ages ago, but…they do look so nice when done right. 🙂
Everything you do is beautiful! I love the numbered drawers and the copper bottoms!
Thanks so much, Debbie!
Larissa, the final result of that piece was beautiful! I so love the copper inside the drawers! This project gave me a wonderful option with my husband’s antique bedroom suite in our guest room. It has that “chevron” type inlays and I didn’t want to paint over them, but the rest of the wood is rough. Thanks so much for sharing!
That is wonderful to hear. I am all about saving any wood I can and making it showcased as well. Sounds like fun!
The inlay looks beautiful and so does the copper drawer liners.
I’m happy to hear it, Liz. Thanks!
I’m a big, big fan!!
Love your work Larissa!
Hugs to you, Olga. I love to hear from you. 😀
The copper drawers really put it over the top!
Thanks, Cynthia!
I love all your ideas and thank you so much for sharing your tips for making all these projects so great. Also love how you interact with each commenter.
I do try and it takes much time. Thanks!
I really like the makeover and its been pinned!
Thanks, Sian. 🙂
Oh my goodness, what an awesome DIY! I love it! I have just been getting into DIY and so far I love it! I pinned! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/215961744614297971/
You will quickly get addicted!! hee hee hee. Thanks!
I have the triangle brush and love it! I would try some of the other ones too!
Nicely done! The kids will love the numbered drawers & I can see them claiming one all their own!
I thought the same as I know what my kids would do. Only I would need 6! 😀
Another winner, Larissa and the interior is an unexpected extra bonus (also pinned for future reference).
This looks terrific. I like the numbered drawers as well as the copper drawer liners.
Thanks so much, Debra. I had fun!
I love the surprise of the numbered drawers! And I’ve really been wanting to try that square brush!
Thanks, Elaine! What a fun thing to be able to do.