Sunday, February 27, 2011

Harlequin Coffee Table

I picked up my massive load of furniture I'd bought on eBay yesterday.  The car (4WD SUV) was loaded to the hilt plus a massive heavy table on the roof racks. I drove home very gingerly!

I've finished my first piece from this haul.  I painted the little glass topped vintage coffee table in Dulux limed white quarter strength and then with the Limed white full strength I hand-painted a harlequin pattern on the top. I finished with a top coat of Cabot's Cabothane Water Based Satin Varnish. (In the photos below I haven't put the glass back on as it's a bit scratched)

and the before shot - I think it's a big improvement from before!


I love painting furniture
cheers
Fiona
Posted by at

22 comments:

  1. Jamie @ DIY Home Sweet HomeMarch 1, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    What a great table. Don't forget to join me for More The Merrier Monday and link up all of your great projects.


    http://diyhshp.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 1, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    This is beautiful, Fiona! I'm a big fan of a harlequin pattern!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Linda QMarch 1, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    This turned out great, nice job, hope it sells right away for you!
    Linda

    ReplyDelete
  4. Ann @ makethebestofthingsMarch 1, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Beautifully done, just gorgeous! I love the pattern and will have to try this on my little side table. LOVE the transformation.

    ReplyDelete
  5. Kimberly MooreMarch 1, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Absolutely beautiful! I love the Harlequin pattern!!

    ReplyDelete
  6. sheerserendipityMarch 1, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    What a transformation! I love the harlequin pattern!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Alena: Oh, Its Just Perfect!March 1, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Such a great makeover! Looks fantastic :)

    ReplyDelete
  8. Caroline @ The Feminist HousewifeMarch 2, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Such a darling table! Great job!

    ReplyDelete
  9. Cassie BustamanteMarch 2, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    oh my gosh!!!!! check this out!
    http://primitiveandproper.blogspot.com/2010/04/gone-graphic.html
    i did a harlequin coffee table, too! except i stupidly didn't center the design and hten left as is.... quirky and charming, right?
    love the tone on tone soft look of yours!

    ReplyDelete
  10. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMarch 2, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    How striking that design looks on your table!Wonderful job! I'm popping over from Faded Charm!

    ReplyDelete
  11. Miss Mustard SeedMarch 2, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    I love the harlequin pattern. So chic!

    To answer your question...the first Union Jack Dresser sold for $499.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Honey at 2805March 2, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    You turned the table into a swan. Please stop by for a visit.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 3, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Beautiful transformation. ~~Sherry~~

    ReplyDelete
  14. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 3, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Great makeover...you have given it a french touch that I love!

    ReplyDelete
  15. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysMarch 3, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Paint can save everything, period! It looks great!

    Yanet of 3 SKBs

    ReplyDelete
  16. {oc cottage}March 4, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    I AM IN LOVE!!!

    m ^..^

    ReplyDelete
  17. Lucydesignsart.comMarch 4, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Great table, I love anything harlequin! found you from Shabby Chic Cottage

    ReplyDelete
  18. RoeshelMarch 7, 2011 at 3:53 AM

    It's nice to 'meet' you Fiona! This is beautiful! you did a fantastic job! I'm going to include a link in this week's highlights. Thank you so much for sharing your creativity in the DIY Project Parade! ;)

    Have a wonderful week!
    Roeshel

    ReplyDelete
  19. OliviaMarch 10, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Oh wow! Fabulous job on the table! This is a huge improvement!
    Hugs,
    Olivia

    ReplyDelete
  20. prettyjunkMarch 19, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    <3 the coffee table!!! new follower here!!!
    www.joliejonque.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  21. Roof RacksApril 10, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    Hi all this is really add big advantage if they are from USA. But for your kind information Australia is also hub for Roof Racks for modern Cars.

    ReplyDelete
  22. UnknownApril 10, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    Hi...This is really a nice tables you must carry on with is if you have adventures modern cars you may us Roof Racksfor your car decorations and happy jangle safari.

    ReplyDelete

Thanks for taking the time to comment! Sorry if you have trouble commenting, you can always email me at lilyfieldlife@bigpond.com

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)