AMAZING Art Deco Vanity/Dressing Table Makeover: From Worn-Out to Wow!

[@sabine9012]

Vielleicht bringt eine Metallspange, also ein Metall in U-Form (liegendes U) Stabilität. Es sollte oben und unten ein Loch haben. Das obere mit einem Gewinde. Füge es in den Schlitz an der Spiegelrückwand und schiebe den unteren Bügel unter die Deckplatte des Korpus. Dann schiebe eine Gewindestange durch beide Löcher bis zim Anschlag, schraube sie in das Gewinde oben und sichere unten mit einer Mutter. Ich bin gespannt wie das übersetzt wird : )

[@ivylane-home]

I think I understand!

[@connycatlady7429]

Mit einer Gewindestange sollte es halten.

[@gregpendrey6711]

I need a black ebony stain on the base to pick up the black in the veneer. I love this piece.

[@ivylane-home]

@@gregpendrey6711 several others mentioned that too 🤔🖤

[@nineteenfortyeight]

Gut übersetz

[@natalieelisabeth5767]

Gasp!!! You did an unbelievable restoration on this piece! That wood grain 😍You’re so talented, Lisa! An absolute inspiration for sticking through the hard stuff❤

[@ivylane-home]

Aw, thanks Natalie!! These really tested me 😬

[@GeorginaRankin]

I thinkmyou did a great job

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@christinebeavers9913]

I think u did a great job love it

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@carmenponcedeleon2693]

Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@OpenYourEars2012]

Did you ask Robinson Glass? I would stain or do somethng to make that reddish base look darker. This is an excellent piece and you did an amazing job. So glad you used oil. Loved that idea to use the washer.

[@ivylane-home]

I didn’t. I only talked with the front desk staff, but someone there might have an idea. Yes, others mentioned the base Honestly, in person it looks great but many seem to think it needs to be black 🤔🖤

[@lkmayhew9390]

Beautiful 👌

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@barbfrank917]

I agree with painting the base black. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ivylane-home]

I had never considered it, but it might look good. 🖤

[@margotjones7168]

Me, too!!

[@trentdotson1522]

Great job with the veneer repair. Another vote for ebonizing the base. I wonder if the mirror had a mechanism that allowed it to swivel.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼 Yep, several others voted for that too. I wonder! It’s quite the puzzle 🤔

[@terripennington9103]

matching the marble piece for the interior color

[@ivylane-home]

Someone else mentioned that too. I never even considered that. I just love the color the color I chose 🤩

[@AnnMulligan-vt2vq]

Great info on veneer repair! I might be brave and try it

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Ann! Do it! I figure I’m not making it any worse 😅

[@BernadetteR-h9u]

I think 99.9 percent of people would not see your repairs😊 Great job.

[@ivylane-home]

Well, that’s good to hear! I don’t think I could be friends with other % 😬🫣🤣

[@gretchen_needs_a_dog]

Thank you for showing all of the veneer repairs - sometimes it’s really helpful to have many samples of technique for future reference. ❤ I love the washer solution with the hardware too. The final result - just WOW!! Gorgeous.

[@ivylane-home]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@SawdustStory]

I love the idea of the washers. Good tip! And what a stunner that grain is!

[@ivylane-home]

It’s the little things. Thanks! 😊

[@pamelagreen8543]

The mirror was likely attached with a bolt through the hole in the vanity and a thin nut in the slot on the mirror. There could have also been a small bracket from the vanity to the base of the mirror to keep it from twisting. It is a beautiful piece!

[@ivylane-home]

Yes, based on the other replies I think it was a similar setup. Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@raptor640]

Excellent job! I love it!

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@hollyvanostrand4292]

Perhaps the base should be painted black, since it is a different wood. It would compliment the marble top

[@ivylane-home]

Someone else mentioned that too. 🤔

[@junebamburg1704]

I am old as dirt so I can remember furniture like this growing up. It lasted a life time .The pieces offen had black bases or black somewhere on them. I also believe this has a black base because of the marble. It turned out to be beautiful.

[@elizabethfaraone]

I think the base should be painted black.

[@marilynweist2645]

Beautiful work as usual! Love it! Unfortunately I have no idea how to fix the issue with the mirror!

[@ivylane-home]

@@marilynweist2645 thanks Marilyn! 🫶

[@henryphilipvige777]

Great job!! Kudos!!!

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you!! 🖤🤩

[@PatriciaMiklica]

You dedication to all those veneer repairs were amazing! Also, your decision to oil the piece was perfect. Lastly, using those washers to mount your hardware was genius…bravo!👏 so beautiful!,

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Patricia! Yes, so many repairs, but it did give me lots of practice 😅

[@sherrillsturm7240]

I CAN SEE WHY IT INTRIGUED YOU. THE FINISHED PIECE IS SENSATIONAL.

[@ivylane-home]

Right?! So unique 🤩

[@patbolstad3701]

Beautiful ❤

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@sandrawick9223]

A labour of love!

[@ivylane-home]

Indeed! 🤩

[@pattio.656]

WOW‼️ Fantastic job on a Real Treasure❣️ I would have kept it too👍🏼

[@ivylane-home]

It’s so unusual and I kinda like the unusual and quirky

[@nancyclark3049]

It’s dreamy, Lisa! Your skills have become awesome! You have a nack for picking really cool pieces too.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Nancy! Yes, I am drawn to unique pieces!

[@cazdough6565]

beautiful !!!!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@joannekent6368]

You did a fantastic job!

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@debbieethridge6747]

Oh my I love this piece. Boy did you get lots of practice with blending in repairs, practice makes perfect. I also love the wood grain, I agree with the oil finish you used. Great job. ❤

[@ivylane-home]

I sure did! SO many repairs 🫠 The oil really made it shine. ✨

[@LilyBecca]

It's absolutely stunning. I think it was an excellent choice to not stain it. The natural wood tones look so beautiful with just the oil! ❤

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Lily! I agree wholeheartedly 🤩🙌🏼

[@lilbfly02]

I think anyone lucky enough to own such a beautiful, antique piece isn’t going to mind the repairs. They’re beautifully done and you breathed new life into this gorgeous snap in time. Such incredible work Lisa. You’re quickly becoming my favorite KZbinr. Love how you always keep it honest and real and keep working to perfect your craft.

[@ivylane-home]

Aw, thank you! Such kind words. I appreciate it. 🫶☺️

[@andresesteves4499]

Beautiful ❤ put in a hallway or entrance, is awesome!

[@ivylane-home]

That’s the plan! 😊🙌🏼

[@michelerussell9044]

I am so glad you didnt paint or stain the body. It looks so beautiful just oiled.

[@ivylane-home]

I love it oiled too! Thanks Michele!

[@lquick6]

Dear god, you have the patience of Job!!!!!! What a stunning piece.

[@ivylane-home]

Ha, I’m not sure about that, but I am persistent. 😊

[@karenbartlett9265]

Beautiful, and I love your tip with the hardware and the washers. It does look intentional.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks! I loved it too! 🤩

[@CrazyCatLady1968]

I’m behind in my viewing schedule 🫣 I voted for this piece & holy smokes it’s as stunning as I knew it would be! No suggestions for the mirror, I’m sorry, but tons of respect for the work you had to do! Beautiful call on the wax ❤❤❤

[@ivylane-home]

Good choice! I was in love with it at first sight. 😊 The wax was so good 🤌

[@brendaowens2466]

I see nothing wrong with this piece. It’s absolutely stunning.

[@ivylane-home]

Aw, thanks Brenda!

[@glynisbabbey4306]

Looks beautiful, Lisa. As for the brackets, I know Trena at John’s Furniture Repair you tube channel would be able to help you with that. Let us know how the mystery is solved.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much, Glynis! Will do! 🙌🏼☺️

[@ansis86]

Great idea, she’s an absolute fount of information on furniture construction

[@Aurelius150CE]

I second that Trena from Johns Furniture Repair will be able to help you out with this, she is a master of furniture restoration.

[@JeniforBarbour]

And I third that I was going to say one of the things I learned is when adding those little pieces of veneer while the glue is still wet add some of the sanding dust in and it will look more blended in where u can’t really tell unless u no where the repair places are

[@deborahsewell202]

Absolutely agree, Trena, from John's furniture Repair is the best!! It's a steel rod that goes in the hole, then a metal bracket attachment. She will help you! Good luck & a Absolutely great find!!

[@poison_ivy1000]

Hahaha my favorite thing is reading “paint the base” comments because if you did they would say “OMG YOU CRIMINAL YOU RUINED IT.” Phenomenal work Lisa. As always, your patience is unparalleled

[@ivylane-home]

Ha, Sabina, you’re hilarious and completely right 🤣 Thanks girl! I’m still stripping the Brutalist nightstands. I just nicknamed them Brutal. 😩

[@poison_ivy1000]

@@ivylane-homehaha they are certainly BRUTAL! I can’t wait to see what you do with them. My QUEEN of furniture refinishing!!!!

[@ivylane-home]

@@poison_ivy1000 I’m sure trying! You’ll be in that video 😅

[@candaceroberts3238]

I think it looks beautiful. To give a second life to such a unique, unusual piece is a great talent to have. I don’t imagine anybody else is going to have anything like it.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Candace! I agree! That’s one of the reasons I want to keep it. 😊🙌🏼

[@margeryschneider6453]

You are just remarkable with your patience and inventiveness in problem solving. . And an artist’s eye on top of it all. Continued success to you!

[@ivylane-home]

Margery, you are too kind! 🫶☺️

[@lisachiboroski9930]

Oh Lisa…that wood! 🤩🤩🤩❤️❤️❤️. Don’t diminish your repairs, they are so well done I would never even notice, as I’m sure is true for most people. Just wondering , is this piece a dressing table? Trying to visualize since I’ve never seen anything like it before. You are so accomplished. Thank you for sharing. And enjoy your new piece….I’m sure you will. 🥳🙌🏻

[@ivylane-home]

Aw, Lisa, you’re so sweet! 🫶 Yes, that is the description I saw when I Google lensed it. It’s so unique. I’m using it as an entryway table.

[@Tenebarum]

They didn't use Rosewood veneer on a common piece. This is a real find. Beautiful piece, beautiful job.

[@ivylane-home]

Really?! Well, I’m glad I snagged it then!

[@Tenebarum]

@@ivylane-home I think this is a valuable piece.

[@ivylane-home]

Maybe! Glad I’m keeping it 🤩

[@sandrawick9223]

Get it valued now and definitely keep it

[@colleenmccarthy-evans3149]

So glad you chose this special piece...very enjoyable to watch your restoration.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Colleen! Me too ☺️🙌🏼

[@kimzimmerman2492]

WPW it is stunning! Love the wood! You just cant get any better than only needing oil to refinish a piece. Great find, great refinishing!

[@ivylane-home]

It was a rare find! I was lucky with this one 🤩

[@suedromey1724]

Yeay! You are keeping it for yourself. Good for you. It is so beautiful and so unusual

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Sue! Yep, I like to keep a few pieces here and there especially the unusual ones 😊

[@christineray3355]

I learned so much from this video. Love the painters tape template. Beautiful piece.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@jackieostrander9667]

I share the excitement of finding this furniture. I shopped endlessly for a vanity when redoing my granddaughter's bedroom. I saw so many unique pieces! This is awesome! Take it to an antique restorer

[@ivylane-home]

I love unique pieces 🤩🙌🏼

[@designabeej]

Love what you’ve done with this 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 you’re getting really good at patching the veneer too. Paint the base or leave it…both ways work.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much, I’m trying to up my skills 🙌🏼☺️

[@sandrawick9223]

I love this project. I wonder if it had a rod through and also some kind of metal hinge to secure it. It’s obviously top heavy. It looks very dansk danish to me

[@ivylane-home]

Yes, I wondered too! I’m still puzzling it out. 🤔

[@RonDavidson-c3h]

Wow, oh wow! It is beautiful. Well done

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks! It was a special piece 🤩

[@Peptalk1w34]

This has to be my most favorite piece of yours. Simply stunning. 😍

[@ivylane-home]

You think so?! It’s definitely one of my favorites. 🤩🙌🏼

[@ransomdaniels8395]

You did an absolutely amazing job on this quirky, beautiful piece. I love art deco and it always makes me think of a 30s movie star sitting at the vanity and putting on her makeup or just admiring herself in the mirror. Sterling work! I really enjoyed watching you house the correct veneer and I think if I watch it a couple more times I will try it. Thanks! Beautiful work!

[@ivylane-home]

Many thanks! Indeed! I think it’s technically a dressing table and not a vanity. I imagine someone sitting and having someone else do their hair 😅

[@fleurjardin1012]

What a beautiful piece. I've never seen anything like it. You did a great job restoring it!

[@ivylane-home]

I hadn’t seen anything like it either. I guess that’s why I was drawn to it. Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@elainevankat5353]

It’s so gorgeous…. YOU DID A FANTASTIC JOB!👏🏻

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@tristavalentour7575]

You did an amazing job! That is the coolest piece! 🦋

[@ivylane-home]

It’s pretty special! 🤩

[@sandrawinchester1138]

Absolutely beautiful restoration! The repairs you made are perfect 👍 and this unusual piece is just so stunning!

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you very much! 😊

[@kaycox5555]

WOW! WOW! WOW! What a gorgeous piece now....after your talents. Well, well done!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much, Kay! 🤩🙌🏼

[@margotjones7168]

SO. INCREDIBLY. BEAUTIFUL❣️❣️❣️

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Margot! 🫶

[@patwilson3647]

Omg! It’s beautiful, great work!👏🧡

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks! I love it 🤩🙌🏼

[@gtlfb]

What an unusual, stunning piece. So glad you did not try to do anything clever, but just took it back to what it was meant to be. Maybe that base coving was painted to bring out even more that rich grain.

[@ivylane-home]

It was definitely unusual. Maybe! I couldn't figure out the red.

[@patticriss2238]

That was worth the extra wait, and A special and a piece of art. You “found” who it wanted to be. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@ivylane-home]

My pleasure! It was a special piece 😊

[@JerryJones-kb4bm]

Beautiful! Your veneer work is excellent

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks! I’m working on it ☺️

[@hallymariah45]

A Master Piece~ Bravo!!!!

[@ivylane-home]

It’s pretty fabulous 😊🤩🖤

[@purplewombat1923]

What a lovely restoration! Thanks for sharing :-D

[@ivylane-home]

My pleasure! Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@debrarobinson-x6s]

You have done a beautiful job of this

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Debra!

[@gaildudlicek890]

That is beautiful! I love how you kept all of the wood-it pops! Good call to paint the interior of the cabinet. This is a win!

[@ivylane-home]

It pops, indeed! I was so excited when I applied the oil. So good! 🤩🙌🏼

[@heidisettles5537]

Wasn't sure I would like this, but I am gobsmacked. Your veneer repairs have really advanced, looks like you have mastered another new skill! That oiled finish is incredible. The new hardware is really elevated. Chestler is one of my favorite colors. You will have a happy client!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Heidi! The oil really makes this piece and brings out the richness of that wood. I did a whole dresser in Chestler and it was fabulous 🤩

[@lynfalienergy4781]

You did a fantastic job on this unique piece. I love the bottom just the way you did it.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@brendaalbaugh8927]

Great find. Great job! Thanks

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Brenda! It’s such a great piece 🤩

[@sandrawick9223]

So impressed! Just came across you. I’m so impressed at what you’ve achieved and with nailvarnish intact!

[@ivylane-home]

Ha! Well, as long it’s not stripping day I can usually keep my nail polish intact. It’s the little things 💅🏼 Welcome! Glad you’re here 🙌🏼😊

[@tamibrewster6336]

Really hope you do a video of the mirror support! I love to do vanities and you have inspired me to try veneer repair 💕

[@ivylane-home]

I will when I figure it out! You should try it. ☺️🙌🏼

[@tamibrewster6336]

@ thank you. Mirrors are always a problem. Often they are permanently attached and nobody can get them into their vehicle

[@michellesutton202]

Beautiful, I'm so glad that you didnt stain the wood. The grain pattern, and tones of the wood is just gorgeous. I really love how the mirror is lighter it goes beautifully with the base😊😊😊. Fab job on the veneer repairing, you should be so stoked on how well it came out❤ for the mirror, maybe a steel dowel? With a metal support to connect the back of mirror to the back of the piece ? As added support with the metal dowel?

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Michelle! I'm sure stain would have been pretty too, but I just didn't think it needed it. I might have evened out my repairs though. Yes, I'm thinking metal too. It would sturdier.

[@michellesutton202]

@ivylaneinteriors that's what I think, cause you said it's so heavy. Then one of those like t shaped brackets for the added support for the mirror to the piece. Cause of the extra holes that were there on both

[@ivylane-home]

@@michellesutton202 Ah, a T-shaped brackets is a good idea!

[@michellesutton202]

@@ivylane-home yeah I didn't explain it good in my first comment lol

[@DebMcNichol]

Nice job! You've done it justice.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Deb! I think so too ☺️

[@mal4029]

Great video! I have no advice on how to attach the mirror. I love this piece. So unique and beautiful. I think you did it justice and restored it to its former glory.

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@justjulee9135]

That is both beautiful and unique! I absolutely love how you restored it. It truly is lovely!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Julee! I love it too 🤩

[@lindathompson3982]

I love the original design and how you worked with it so faithfully; eye-catching!! As for these older pieces, to be more usable, I would like to have a base added to most of these so as to accomodate the height(s) of today's people.

[@ivylane-home]

For sure! I not sure how it was used as a dressing table since it’s so low

[@alexandra_sa_lazer]

I was so hoping you’d choose this and you did a FABULOUS job! P.S.- you’ve really inspired me to be more patient and thorough with my own flips and the quality has really improved 💕

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Alexandra! It is such a unique one! Ah, I love that! I think quality work can sell for more which means you can work on fewer pieces and make the same amount or more if you select unique and high quality pieces. ☺️🙌🏼

[@lydiaflatt9859]

It’s beautiful!!

[@ivylane-home]

I agree! Such a unique piece.

[@marynapier2007]

OMG!!! So much patience and work. What a gorgeous piece of furniture!! Bravo!!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Mary! It was a pleasure to work on 🤩🙌🏼

[@WhenTheAncientsSpeak]

Looks totally amazing. My grandmother had a similar style dressing table like this, too. I love it ❤

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks! I've never seen this style before. So unique.

[@Lewellfouch]

It looks absolutely stunning.. Way awesome restoration!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@Lewellfouch]

@@ivylane-home you're most welcome.

[@kayjones392]

Gorgeous!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Kay! 🤩

[@SusanTash-g8o]

It looks so transformed!!

[@ivylane-home]

I agree ☺️🙌🏼

[@fabrief6255]

Nice streamliner art deco piece !

[@ivylane-home]

It’s such a cool piece! 🤩

[@whiteonlightenergy]

Gorgeous!! Those shells in mirror are beautiful! Was waiting to see it!

[@ivylane-home]

You are first to mention that little detail. I loved them too. It’s such a cool piece 🤩🙌🏼

[@katherineharper-sj4ys]

What an outstanding job. Love the hard wax oil finish on this piece. It’s perfection. I’m not sure people would have fussed about making the base darker. It looks like it was dark to begin with. I use Fusion mineral paint and I love it.

[@ivylane-home]

The oil finish is SO good on this piece! 🤩 Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@jodit1]

You make patching the veneer look so easy.

[@ivylane-home]

You think so? Well, I’m working on getting better. I still need to blend better, but I’m getting there. Thanks so much!! 🤩🙌🏼

[@judierickson7166]

I think its perfect!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Judi!

[@kathylynch9732]

I love that you kept it natural!! I think I personally would attach the mirror to the wall, since it is heavy. Let us know what you end up doing.

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! Will do! 🙌🏼😊

[@doloresmanning9619]

That is an amazing restoration! Beautiful!

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Dolores! ☺️

[@stacis4254]

Absolutely gorgeous! You did a fantastic job, and I'd be keeping it, too! It would work great as an entry piece. I don't have any suggestions on how to attach the mirror but hopefully someone else will.

[@ivylane-home]

Aw, thanks! I hope it works in the spot I have in mind 🤞🏼

[@kayhenry6293]

Stunning! I would give my right kidney for that piece! Great job.

[@ivylane-home]

Thanks Kay! It’s a pretty special piece! ☺️

[@ritameza2961]

Hi I would attach the mirror by nailing one rod on each side on the back ❤

[@ivylane-home]

That might work! I only have 1 1/8” section to adhere it to the back, but I’ll try!

[@suedromey1724]

Stunning.🎉

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@darkspectrum4772]

From the looks of it, the support may have been a bolt that just went up into the mirror thru a T bracket or a couple of L brackets that were fixed to the back of both parts. There may have been a mounting bit behind the mirror (inside the hollow) that helped stabilize the whole thing. The safest way without trying to remove the mirror to add all that stuff is probably finding a way to get some L brackets and a rod you can glue in, screwing those L brackets to the back and adding some more brackets towards each end. Not the most stable but will hold it if you're not moving it a lot.

[@ivylane-home]

Yes, those are some ideas I’m leaning towards. It’s a puzzle, for sure!

[@zakkaryzoah1386]

Beautiful job. So happy you didn’t stain it! Since you’re keeping it and it’s so heavy, I’d firmly attach it to the wall so it lines up how you like it and will remain secure. Thanks for sharing the project.

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! Me too, it just didn’t need stain. 🤩 yep, I’m trying to figure it out 🤔

[@mariafarrugia7600]

I LOVE IT WOW REALLY NICE❤

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@kebmccarron]

Wow, that turned out beautifully!

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@christhompson3750]

❤ gorgeous

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! ☺️

[@angelazguric4944]

Stunning 😊

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊

[@deloisphillips831]

Absolutely stunning!❤

[@ivylane-home]

Thank you! 😊