Next time you come across an old dresser that is far too ugly/dirty/out-dated to redeem, think twice before you stroll on by. It could become one of your favorite pieces for furniture! When my daughter-in-law Rachel saw the dresser below, she knew it was simply perfect for her DIY buffet. She found this gem on Craigslist.
She snagged it for $20! When you start your search for a dresser, look for a nice, solid wood piece with minimal damage. It really doesn’t matter if it’s missing drawers. You don’t need them.
Next she gathered supplies: spray primer (no more sanding!!!), brushes and paint.
And the boards that would become shelves. She measured the dimensions she needed and then had Home Depot cut boards to the correct size.
I love the paint color she selected… sort of a Tiffany blue!
First step after wiping down and removing hardware was to prime the piece. Yay for spray primer! I personally HATE sanding.
Next came the paint, followed by adding the shelves. With the exception of just a few areas of the piece, she only needed one coat of paint.
Next step was to add the hardware. Rachel got these cute drawer pulls from Hobby Lobby.
Then this beauty was ready to fill with all the pretty presents she and Trevor received last year at their wedding!
Rachel is so talented! I love the way she styled the finished piece. Here’s my creative D-I-L with my handsome boy Trevor celebrating their first Valentine’s Day married. 🙂
Such a cute DIY buffet, don’t ya think?
xoxo,
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I love this idea. This is now a beautiful piece of furniture. Thank you so much for sharing
Thanks, Linda!
That is sooooo cute! I have an extra dresser like this in the garage. Been wondering what to do with it. Think I’ll be crafty and make a cute buffet for my lil sis who just moved into her own apartment.
That’s so sweet, Katrina! Please stop back by and and share it!
Beautifully done!
Thanks, Adriane!
This is so pretty! What a creative use for an old piece….love it. Found you on the DIY Sunday Showcase party.
I love how your dresser to buffet turned out. The contrast of the wood shelves is great.
Thanks, Pat! So glad you like. 🙂
Super cute!
Thanks, Rashel!
What a stunning makeover! I am so in love with the color! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Thank you, Michelle! I love the color too. 🙂
I have a dresser I could do something like this with! Thanks for sharing!
That turned out great! I could always use more buffet space. I will have to keep my eye out for a cheap dresser!
Carlee
Cooking With Carlee
Thank you so much, Carlee! So glad you liked it! Hope you find a bargain dresser soon. 🙂