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Chalk Mountain Products:
Mellow White for decoupage base. Blackboard for all over color. Shell Pink, Dark Seas Red, Deep Water Blue, Golden Yellow, and Relic green for the flowers and blend. I also used the furniture wax/polish for the drawers and additional protection.
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@dorothybahmuller44 11 месяцев назад

You have to be a true artist to see how this is going to turn out. Not all of us.. I'm talking about me.. can SEE how to do this. You are truly an artist. I wish I had your talent.

@elegantupgrades 11 месяцев назад

You are very kind Dorothy! When I started doing furniture, I had no idea what I was doing. It’s taken a bit of time, but eventually the creativity flows more smoothly. ANd even now, sometimes I have no idea where something is going to end up. I just go with it and see what happens.

@kathrynschamanski3766 Год назад

I thought the decoupage flowers were bland and boring, but of course, you transformed them into beautiful flowers! I think the drawer pulls are perfect for that style and period. Great job...I really like it!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Kathryn! I’m glad you liked it!

@lindajayneclark767 11 месяцев назад

Beautiful technique. Lovely piece of furniture.

@elegantupgrades 11 месяцев назад

Thank you very much!

@jody-NewEraRealtyflippin 11 дней назад

Beautifully done. Love your blending. I need soooo much pratice!

@michellestratford9753 7 месяцев назад

This is so sumptious and dramatic! Absolutely stunning!!❤️💕

@elegantupgrades 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much!!

@nichelebrownlee1471 Год назад

My mom had one years ago. Love how it turned out. Beautiful.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

They are one of my most favorite things to work on! So much compact storage and sneaky cubbies. I love them.

@leslijohnson6866 Год назад

Stunning!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Lesli!

@deborahmatatall Год назад

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! The painting over the decoupage is perfection, as is the stamping on the interior drawers. I love the hardware. This little secretary is dark, romantic and mysterious. I think it will be perfect for someone to write love letters to . . . I think this desk is wonderfully timed for Valentine’s Day!💖🌸

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh! That’s brilliant to push it for Valentine’s Day! I didn’t even think of that. This is why I need you in my life Deborah. You’re so much better at the details than I am 😂

@ginamaria2579 Год назад

Absolutely beautiful ☺️ and you saved it from landfill 👍

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Gina!

@juliahelland6488 Год назад

Beautiful design! ❣️ Thanks for sharing!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Julia!

@gailbutler3310 Год назад

Oh my goodness!! You've always had the talent, but your skills are growing as fast as your son. This is a glorious piece of furniture.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much, Gail! That’s my hope! Just to get a little better every piece 🥰

@anagoncalves9723 Год назад

That's so beautiful you amaze me.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Ana! You are very kind 🥰

@pollyporter-campbell7493 Год назад

Beautiful piece. I see it in a "dark academia" library.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oooo! I like that- Dark Academia!

@coinkydink3984 Год назад

Your work is so lovely. I've wondered if you paint pictures. You have talent... so much! Lovely!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you very much!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I just paint in furniture, no canvases or anything. But perhaps one day.

@angelazguric4944 Год назад

This is my favourite of yours so far 😊

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I’m glad you like it, Angela 🥰

@robincivis9501 Год назад

Gorgeous!! I get the feeling you love the problem solving part of furniture refabbing.👍😍

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I definitely do, Robin! Even when I struggle with it, I like that it gets figured out in the end. Thank you!

@carolynbornhoft23 Месяц назад

this is beautiful!! I have one and redid it rustic ❤

@carol-annskinner4828 Год назад

Beautiful!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you!

@MrsJax304 Год назад

Beautiful work as always. Just gorgeous.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Jackie! So glad you were in the premier- it’s so fun getting to talk “live” with you all.

@rosar.d.5011 Год назад

Hermoso como siempre. Bellas tus manos😍

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you for your kind words, Rosa!

@cathymack6961 Год назад

Another gorgeous piece Taryn ! 💕

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Cathy!

@susancade2092 Год назад

New subscriber! Absolutely stunning! ❤

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much! And welcome! So happy to have you here!

@lindaposta939 Год назад

Even though it turned out completely different than you originally envisioned, it looks hand painted and high end…kind of ethereal!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Linda! I really appreciate that!

@cmmc3400 Год назад

This piece deserved to be preserved as a restoration. Sorry, I wouldn't have ever done this to a piece of furniture that could be restored as opposed to "upgraded". The work was pretty and would have looked nice on another piece... one that couldn't be restored. As an artist, I get it. As a person who loves history and the stories our things tell about it, I have to take this opinion and share it. Thanks though, you are a good artist.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

This piece can still be preserved. I didn’t harm any of the wood and it’s now in better condition than when I got it. But I will also say, this was a reproduction piece, not an antique, if that’s what you were worried about. But I do take care to make sure that all of my finishes are done with care so they can always be restored. In it’s original finish, it wasn’t wanted. Now it is. And I think having a beautiful piece of furniture is much better being loved used than out on the curb- which is where I picked it up from.

@cmmc3400 Год назад

@@elegantupgrades Sorry hon, I was having a bad time of it with pain while posting that. As an old lady, you would think I would know better by now. Thank you for replying and you are completely reasonable in your action and thought. Please forgive me and thank you for sharing your work. Blessings!

@marrodroc Год назад

Oh my gosh! I really like what you did to this secretary desk!👍🏻 I’ve been holding off for a while now, but it’s time to start working on mine. I am very busy, so I don’t know how long it will take to finish my project. Thank you for inspiring me🙂

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I’m so glad you were inspired, Martha! This one took me forever to get to, but once I started, it went along at a nice pace. I hope the same goes for yours.

@jennajunkprincess8631 Год назад

Absolutely stunning!! I clicked on your decoupage papers link but I couldn’t find that one, is that one available to purchase? It’s beautiful ❤

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh yes! That one just isn’t one of mine. It’s linked at the bottom with the products used section.

@eileenconnors4240 7 месяцев назад

Beautiful work ❤. I’m interested in how you have your sander attached to a vacuum. Did you DIY it or did you purchase it from somewhere. Thanks

@elegantupgrades 7 месяцев назад

Thank you. I actually just found a connection set on Amazon that fit the sander to my shop vac hose. This is the set I’m currently using, but you may need to use a different one based on the measurements of your own tools. amzn.to/3IbQIww

@mariaphilomena1422 Год назад

How can you tell the difference between mahogany and cherrywood?

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Of the two, mahogany is typically darker and has a very distinctive grain pattern. Mahogany is one of the easier woods to distinguish, cherry is a bit more difficult. But if you Google wood grain patterns (especially mahogany) you can start to see similarities in them to help for the future.

@ameliareaganwright2758 10 месяцев назад

Never use WD-40 in locks. Always use powdered graphite.

@elegantupgrades 9 месяцев назад

That’s interesting.

@cassandrasmith5517 Год назад

I absolutely love this dark mysterious look? It all came together so well! Awesome job❤️❤️❤️

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much, Cassandra!

@cindyconlisk1062 Год назад

Wow, it looks beautiful. I love the decoupage paper you used and the fact that you painted it, too.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Cindy!

@morandamiller5444 Год назад

I love this! So much fun to see how you colored the black and white decoupage papers! Definitely going to try this. Thank you so much!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I’m so glad, Moranda! It’s like adult coloring books. Very fun because someone else did the work in creating the image and you just get to fill it in.

@andrearoth2669 Год назад

I like it but somehow the stain color on top doesn't go with the paint color idk maybe it's just me 😂❤❤ty 4sharing ❤❤ 😊

@nataliemarshall971 Год назад

I agree with you, to me it looks like she gave up and didn’t finish it.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

You aren’t the only one to think so, and that’s ok! But I like it, so it will stay.

@glendacox6540 Год назад

Stunning!💖💖💖

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Glenda!

@rochellebush162 Год назад

That’s the new dark and moody look! Should sell fast. I had a dresser I painted three times! I learned so much watching you do the decoupage and the drawers. You are the best teacher ❤

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much, Rochelle! That is the best compliment! I’m so glad you are learning.

@debbieham990 3 дня назад

This is so gorgeous ❤

@Cathyann51222 3 дня назад

Exquisite!

@KimRinehart Год назад

BRAVO!!!!! this turned out magnificent!!!! I MUST GO PAINT AND DECOUPAGE NOW!!!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Haha! Thank you!

@karenhill3970 Год назад

Oh beautiful vintage secretary.....oh...Viewmaster.slides..!!...

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Yeah! I though the slide was so cool!

@kimberlydrake8654 Год назад

Hi Taryn…I’ll tell you where that piece would look fabulous and that’s in my parlor! I have the perfect pallet for it🥰 I actually have one just like it with the top with glass doors. I love mahogany and have many mahogany pieces in my home…I just love how rich and moody the wood is. Your piece is absolutely gorgeous….I could see it in a nice salon or spa. It’s a winner❣️ As always…thank you for sharing😊kim

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh thank you, Kim! I always think it’s the best compliment when someone can see it in their home!

@KimNevelzer Год назад

I have this exact desk. My mom gave it to me when I graduated college 40 years ago. It is in almost pristine condition, except for a deep scratch made by my dog on one of the drawers:( I did have to replace the hardware. A couple of the bales broke and I couldn't find matching replacements. Howard's Feed and Wax on the drawer slides and guides helps them slide in and out like magic.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

What a treasure you have, Kim! Have you ever looked at www.dlawlesshardware.com They have some great replication hardware.

@kimlmiles1 Год назад

OMGosh so pretty. Love the watercolor flowers and the dark moody feel with the beautiful wood. You were doing those flowers like it was no big deal and I laughed to myself. If I tried that it would look like the Pinterest lamb cake fail I’ve seen on Facebook. You make it look soooo easy. Might be my fav yet.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh my gosh!!! The “Pinterest lamb cake” had me rolling 😂 I promise it’s not hard! The image is already done, you are just coloring it in.

@Purpurschnecke 7 месяцев назад

This is soooo beautiful! I didn't paint over decoupage paper yet but definitely going to try. Question, did you seal the piece after the black part was done? I guess so because of the way how the colours were moveable on the flowers, but also as they didn't seem to mix with the black surface but lay on it. Thank you!

@elegantupgrades 7 месяцев назад

Thank you! And yes, anytime I want to work over another part of the piece and give myself room to make changes, I seal over that layer first. That way I can wipe back any mistakes or make changes to things I’m not completely happy with.

@user-harris Год назад

Where do you buy the tissue paper in black-and-white? I have a buffet that I have hesitated to start, but with this inspiration and a previous idea, now I can see this working. My colour palette and design may be different, but I really enjoy the painting in or on the design. I think the design is both romantic and subtle enough to work in many homes. Very well done.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I got this one from Zazzle. I get a lot of my papers from them because you can upload your own images and they will print them on the tissue paper if you don’t find anything you love of theirs. Their shipping is relatively high so I make sure to grab a few different prints that I think I will use in the future so I don’t have to pay so much. Good luck on your buffet, Annie! Thanks for watching!

@kimhough7753 Год назад

It’s gorgeous as usual Taryn! Why don’t you make a mess when you’re painting?? I always end up with paint on me, my clothes and the floor of my garage! Love this secretary!! 🥰🥰🥰

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Haha! I have paint on MOST of my clothes. I’ve given up separating “paint” clothes from regular clothes.

@katharinecox5200 Год назад

I love secretaries too. Grew up with the one my Dad grew up with. You can imagine the love it needs. I've started a collection on secretary ideas for inspiration and guidance. this is perfect. I have another one with a little drawer that won't open. Maybe there's diamonds in it.😉

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh yes! Definitely diamonds, Katharine! Get that drawer open stat 😂

@Spartanwife27 7 месяцев назад

I love the top. I love the bottom. Not sure I love the top with the bottom, though. Maybe the top is still too red. Love the decoupage.

@elegantupgrades 7 месяцев назад

I think it could have been a little bit darker- perhaps a watered down black stain to tone it, but overall I was fine with the outcome.

@paulavanduynhoven8951 7 месяцев назад

I absolutely love watching you create ❤❤❤. It looks stunning ❤

@elegantupgrades 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much!

@cbg409 Год назад

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this piece!!! I would put this one in my house!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

That’s the BEST compliment ever!

@angelsmith4467 Год назад

Absolutely beautiful ❤ I have one with only three draws and I can’t wait to redo it😊

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Aren’t they such fun pieces?! So much storage in such a compact little piece.

@gloriajohnson3626 Год назад

You have so much talent. I learn a lot from your videos. Keep up the great work.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I’m so glad you are learning, Gloria! Thank you very much!

@aliwoodcock658 Год назад

What decoupage paper are you using I think I missed it

@elegantupgrades Год назад

There’s a link to it in the description box, Ali 😊

@ellenbonetti7942 Год назад

I love watching you work! It gives me incentive. 💖

@elegantupgrades Год назад

That is such a lovely compliment, Ellen! Thank you! Now go paint 😂

@speedmom1702 Год назад

The face of the drop down desk turned out absolutely gorgeous!! I have a secretary just like that, only with the top cabinet on it. I painted the whole thing in an oil based white paint, except the inside of the desk. I had no bleed through. I spray painted the original hardware a matte silver. I painted the top trim of the cabinet in bright colored paints and the legs black with silver balls. And that's it, I lost inspiration for the rest. I think I might decoupage something on the outside face of the desk, from watching this video. Thank you so much for the idea!! 🙂

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Oh man! I was so with you all you had done so far envisioning it in my head and then you said you lost inspiration- I hope you find it again! It’s so hard when that happens. I’m glad you found something useful in the video! You’ll have to let me know if inspiration strikes and you finish it. It sounds like it will be amazing when you get back at it.

@mavourneenholden6165 Год назад

@@elegantupgrades I actually went onto Amazon and looked up some decoupage paper to put on the face of the fold down desk, after watching the video. That's a start. My other conundrum is, what color to paint the body of the secretary. I painted one drawer with purple stain I have, to see if I liked it. It's been like that for about ten years. I should probably just stain the other drawers and be done with those. As I'm typing this, I think I may decoupage the sides as well, I hadn't thought of that option before. Thank you for being an inspiration!!

@tracymcreations Год назад

Simply gorgeous 😍

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you, Tracy!

@designabeej Год назад

Looks gr8 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Re: the dings in the piece that u couldn’t sand out…have u tried steam ironing a damp cloth over those dings, the water & steam causes the wood fibres to rise up closer to their original place. I’ve watched other furniture artists/refinishers do this…it doesn’t completely work every time, but it does significantly reduce the depth of those dings. Hope this helps?

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thanks for the tip! It wouldn’t have worked here because the fibers were actually broken and some were missing (I’m not sure what they did to that poor desk 😂). But had they been normal dents I definitely would have done that.

@designabeej Год назад

@@elegantupgrades had u heard of this before? I know I’ve seen Jay from the UK do this & I think I’ve seen transcend furniture do it also; and Rita from A-R-T

@elegantupgrades Год назад

@@designabeej Yes, I learned it from Tom Johnson! He’s my favorite. I feel like he knows EVERYTHING.

@suzannevandeventer2264 Год назад

Stunning😍😍

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you! 😊

@debb9517 Год назад

It is so pretty!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thanks, Deb!

@jeannehoffman1060 Год назад

I love it!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

I’m so glad, Jeanne!

@OwlingDogDesign Год назад

Your work is phenomenal and NEVER the same from week to week! Love it!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you very much! I do worry about that!

@suzannestubbins Год назад

Oh my God! This is beautiful!!!! All of a sudden, your skills has grown leaps and bounds!!! Taryn, this is amazing....astounding!!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much, Suzanne! I really appreciate that!

@carolinedubose5136 Год назад

That is absolutely gorgeous!!! I love the colors, the new finish on the scuffed wood is perfect and the pulls are wonderful withe the whole vibe. Great job Taryn!!

@elegantupgrades Год назад

Thank you so much, Caroline!

@Lojay_5 Год назад

Top clashes for me.

@elegantupgrades Год назад

That’s interesting, Lori! What about it clashes- the color or the depth?

@Lojay_5 Год назад

@@elegantupgrades I don’t like the shade of brown with the grey.

@ld5766 Год назад

I agree. Maybe if the feet and base were left the walnut mahogany color to balance it. I love the wood and i love the moody gray/black, but just not together. Maybe a black stain on the drop-down desk part? The decoupage looks great though.