Project Impossible: MAKE AN UGLY ARMOIRE LOOK PRETTY.
Cost: $26 (latex paint, handmade paper, spray adhesive, handles)
Time: 7ish hours of work spanning 3 days.
Headspace: My hand-me-down armoire was buttugly. It had these twig handles and a horrendous faux wood finish. I’d wager that half my time on this project was simply wearing that high-gloss, high-barf-factor finish down.
I decided that the size of the piece merited a more subtle primary color, but with a dash of something nice. The handmade paper I fell in love with has a very subtle pattern and soft hand to it. I look forward to loving it for a long time.
If you do a project that involves using a spray adhesive, I highly recommend Krylon brand. It was incredibly effective, but with enough tacky time that I could smooth out bubbles and straighten before it was too late.
Barfy Before:
After:
(Apologies for the uneven photos. The size of the armoire combined with my small bedroom prohibited a straight-on shot.)
