Furniture Makeover $5 Dresser | Ugly Duckling Challenge Trash to Treasure Furniture Flip for Profit

[@DesertDIY]

So creative! The pattern, the color choices, and those handles all came together SO well. Most people would think that this piece was way too far gone to even attempt fixing it and you nailed it! Thank you for saving this piece

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you Cory that means a lot. You are the queen of fixing pieces that no one else would touch, so I really appreciate the kind words and encouragement thanks.

[@libertygiveme1987]

I LOVE "VINTAGE", but if it's not worth saving, it's not worth saving!!!! I know you WORKED YOUR BUTT OFF ON THIS!!!! KUDOS!!!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahhh thank you lovely! It was out of my comfort zone for sure and not something I usually gravitate towards

[@lydiakinnaman1106]

Good choices. The puppy decor just made it. ! 😜

[@VintageAndPainted]

hehehe well thanks

[@leahroby241]

Great reimagining!!!! The paper looked perfect for the time of the furniture. Thank you for the lesson on removing the vaneer.

[@VintageAndPainted]

I tell you it was a task...😆 not one I'd rush to do again but happy to have shared it. Thanks Leah

[@robynw6307]

This looks amazing. So glad you kept the drawer pulls. They really suit this piece.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Robyn. I’m so glad you think that. This piece invoked strong feelings in people…either they really liked it or really didn’t 😆 Even the lady who bought it her husband fell in the “REALLY didn’t like it” camp and was vocal about it when I delivered it 😬 #awkward

[@GingerChickRehab]

Oh.. too cute. Love that pattern

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you I really appreciate that

[@crystalkirkland781]

The lines of this dresser are incredible. The wallpaper is a little wild for my taste but so glad you saved this beauty!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Have to say I agree about the wall paper. Not my cup of tea but I enjoyed doing it and doing something out of the norm for me. The dresser is lovely!!

[@nadinehupperetz8073]

Its absolutely beautiful, bravo. I've been doing decoupage for years and I put all sorts of paper on my furniture. I find the easiest way is to put the decoupage glue on the drawers, let it dry for 20 minutes then with an iron that does not have any water in it and is on medium heat, take a piece of parchment paper (which I keep for other projects), put over the paper and iron all over. If you are using very thin paper or even napkins....it also ensures there are no creases or bubbles.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you and that is a great tip. I have heard of it but not tried it. Adding it to the list of things to try! ☺️

[@beverlypearce4191]

Great save. I’ve never seen a piece like this. And removing the veneer, looked like quite the chore. Results are awesome

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you it was most definitely a chore and not one I would rush to do again 😆 glad you thought it was awesome, thank you

[@ReconstructingEmily]

Love the hardware on this piece. So glad you kept it and made it work! Lovely job Sarah!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks so much Emily! 😊

[@helenablignaut662]

I love how you kept the character of the piece, yet created a brand new piece! Well done!

[@VintageAndPainted]

thank you Helena

[@maryaliceleaphart970]

Beautiful makeover! So glad you saved the hardware. The stained top is gorgeous.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks so much! 😊 I'm glad it was able to be salvaged I agree that wood grain was too lovely to cover

[@lesliejohnson7247]

Wow! When I saw this piece I couldn’t imagine HOW ON EARTH you could restore it. All parts of it are stellar. I’m not a “burlap” color person but that was an excellent choice! Love the top too. I subscribed too!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Hey there and welcome. So glad you subscribed AND so glad you liked it I appreciate the encouragement. The top was my favourite part as well...hard for me to paint over beautiful wood grain!

[@nancyberg6260]

Never saw anything like this style but even less the condition and how you did un duckling de uglify! Pro swanery! Maybe not to everybody's taste but it certainly has unique beauty. Thank you for sticking (LOL) to it .

[@VintageAndPainted]

Nancy! Thank you! Seriously made me smile. Thank you

[@nancyberg6260]

@@VintageAndPainted we need all the smiles and swans we can get. Carry on.

[@tinamcivor2996]

Could not imagine how you would transform this piece, the handles looked so out of place! I'm gobsmacked!! Such a great job and now the handles are the stars supported by your use of the papered drawers! 5$!! Love this one!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you so much Tina. It was a new style for me and had my fingers crossed the whole time hoping it all worked in the end 😆 glad you loved it

[@kayhenry6293]

Awesome transformation! The wallpaper front was a stroke of genius.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Well I'm glad you thought so, thank you😊

[@trishwilson7517]

What once an ugly duckling, is now fabulous and funkadelic! Great rescue, Sarah! I'm tickled you used the original handles :)

[@VintageAndPainted]

Trish those handles! I wasn't sure but once I got into the piece no other handle would have been good enough.

[@TheMissFlips]

Great work girl!!! Fabulous job. You completely transformed it!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks lovely

[@Melly71i]

Sarah, you’ve done a fantastic job making this poor rejected piece into a stunner 🤩😍🌷💖

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Melissa. Wasn't sure I could pull it off but I'm happy it came together 😆

[@laeger]

Proud husband alert 🚨😀 Love your work babe. Keep goin :)

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahhhh well this was a nice surprise in the comments. Thanks honey. Love you

[@velmacoffey3763]

Totally a different look for you!! You did a fabulous job!! So glad you kept that hardware!!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Velma! I am always so happy when I see your name in the comments! Thank you - the more I got into the piece the more I knew no other hardware would have worked.

[@lubblyjubblyfurniture]

So cool and love the handles and design, beautiful work

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you so much Meg 😀

[@FlipItFurniture]

This is so cool! Different, unique and out of the box. Great makeover, Sarah! ❤️

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you my friend

[@joec783]

So nice!I wet down the thick modpodge....or make my own. 1 bottle Elmer's glue,2-3 parts water. Keeps for months.I decoupage tons of things...my fav. Great work of love.😁😘

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you for sharing that. I will definitely do that - the kids always have a giant jug of it. Thanks for the encouragement

[@kristiedeanda5787]

I just love your artistry, your talent, your attention to detail. But more than that honey, I love your personality! You are delightful to watch....

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahhh thank you on all fronts Kristie. Being able to share this with you all is better than I ever dreamed 🥰

[@willtheman840]

You did so many good things. Salvaging the piece and having a vision. Getting it solid and secure. Working on the prep and the finishing. I love the handles. Yes, I have the paper on the front. It reminds me of packing paper on drywall or something. That's just me. It does not diminish the many fine things you did.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Well thanks Will. I appreciate all that you said, thank you. This style is particular for sure.

[@cynthiajones1113]

Wow, transformed ! Definitely a saved piece of furniture! I've ended up over the years with many old pieces of furniture that I'm sure nobody would have wanted, some definitely falling apart, but they have a certain sentimental value. I've stripped, sanded, painted and made them not so bad but I've never thought about doing some of the stuff you did. That's some really handy things to keep in mind! Thank you!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ah thank you Cynthia your so encouraging. It was definitely not my go to style but I had fun giving it a go!

[@Skuggflamma]

Oh! I LOVE the retro style.. and yes, I love this dresser! I really appreciate that you keept the style and not painted over it all! I wish I lived in Australia, so I chould buy it!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Hehe well I’m so glad you loved the dresser. It is super unique. I tried to do what I could to fix it. I was thinking next time I might try replacing veneer 😳😂 that would be new for me but I’m keen to give it a go. I am an Aussie but actually I live in the US now…married an American 😆

[@thecourtlyalchemist]

Thanks for giving this dresser new life. The result is so metro retro it makes me want to dance like Austin Powers. The right buyer will treasure it.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Hahaha I love this! You are correct its going to definitely take the right buyer for this era specific piece.

[@nancyanderson3738]

I’m not really into “ Retro” but this piece turned out amazing!!! You did a great job on the paint colors and it looks fantastic!!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Me too! It was. definitely an "out of my comfort zone" piece but I guess that's good on occasion 😆 so glad you thought it look fantastic, thank you

[@rhondadavis1483]

I’m not into retro so much either, but you did an amazing job and did what the piece needed, not necessarily what you are used to. I’m so impressed with your skills...esp about the drawer bottom repair...I def shy away from major drawer repair, but you have inspired me to get out of my own comfort zone. New subscriber(from Desert DIY) and I’m eager to watch your other videos. God bless from NC.

[@VintageAndPainted]

First, welcome Rhonda and thank you for the encouragement I appreciate you. Love that you were inspired that means a bunch!!!

[@donnaaranda7175]

Veneer is actually quite easy to replace if you ever want to take a chance on a vintage piece again. It's no more difficult than the paper. An art deco piece restored to look original sale for a lot of money. Glad you kept the original handles

[@VintageAndPainted]

Donna! Thanks for this encouragement I actually do want to try it. Waiting for a good piece to try it on! I bet the veneer would have been easier that paper was a bear 😆

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

What a fantastic makeover of an ugly duckling. It's certainly a beautiful swan now. Well done!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Awe thank you I appreciate the encouragement

[@dochubbell]

From Ugly Duckling to Retro Glam. Very good job! Like some others here, Retro is not my style, but you nailed it and it looks fantastic. There are plenty of the Retro lovers out there who'd love to give this piece a good home.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks so much. Not my style either 😊 it really was out of my comfort zone and so I appreciate the kind way you said that.

[@stephanielee6929]

Love how you explain everything. It’s beautiful..

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Stephanie

[@kathleenmay6711]

Sarah when you took of the hardware and were holding one of the handles it reminded me of a magician's wand. Well you took the magic wand and transformed this ugly duckling into a fun and beautiful piece! I can not believe that you did a “simple fix” on the drawer when you completely took it apart and just flipped the bottom and put it all back together. If I would ever attempt that it would simply be a mess 😂😂😂 Love it ❤️

[@VintageAndPainted]

YES!!!! me too - there was no getting away from it. Even after I painted it. I wondered if anyone would notice 😆 and then I continued reading your comment and you so brilliantly encouraged me with the wand reference! You are brilliant! Glad you loved it Katie

[@RestoreMoreMCM]

Check out Wheat Paste for applying paper. Long window to wok with. It has been around since there has been paper to hang. It will hold paper to ceilings. Trim paper with a sharp blade while the paper is still wet. This allows you to get a good edge seal. You are great at re-engineering.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ooo I definitely will check that out…sounds earth friendly as well which is right up my alley 😊 thank you and thank you for your email. I checked my messages before I went to bed and saw your message. What you said means so much to me, thank you. Sharing experiences is so important, that’s how we all grow together. I appreciate that you shared with me. Thank you

[@OurFurnitureFlippingAdventure]

What a fun funky piece! Good job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you! 😊

[@kathystivers3928]

It’s amazing what you did! I was Skeptical when you said wall paper but this looks amazing! Hope you find it a good home!

[@VintageAndPainted]

I hope so too!😆 So glad you think so, thank you

[@lorikegley3327]

So much personality in this piece! Great job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh thank you Lori. 🥰

[@lundholmproduction]

Very nice. I personally would liked it restore to the same original style. Really love that wallpaper.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you. The original veneer was beautiful. It's a shame that these beautiful old pieces are taken better care of.

[@leahrivka]

So glad you reused the hardware. Embracing the retro was the way to go!

[@VintageAndPainted]

It was definitely the right way to go. its to iconic to try to make it look another way. That said Retro is not really my jam but I gave it ago 😆

[@kuttfam0191]

So cute! I'm glad you took the chance on this little piece. I totally understand removing the veneer, but I love, love the wooden top. My daughter would live thus piece!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

I couldn't walk past it. I tried but ended up coming back to it! Thanks for saying that ♥️

[@carjam49]

Very original design. You did a great job.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you very much!

[@jennyloedolff4JESUS]

Oh my goody... this is totally different... and I absolutely love it!!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ah I'm so glad!!! She was a stretch for me...still remember it to this day!! 😆

[@syndialefebre1744]

Very nice. Different absolutely. Beautiful

[@VintageAndPainted]

Well thank you

[@FurnitureWarriors]

Love these art deco pieces and you certainly did this one justice! Great Job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Jim & Cindy that means a lot x

[@elegantupgrades]

You really brought that one back! So fun!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Taryn

[@velmacoffey3763]

what an amazing look!! you managed to see the beauty, AND save a few bucks in the process!! great job!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

It was a new one for me I have to say. The lady that bought it loved it…her husband not so much 😆 thanks Velma 🥰

[@brendalowery6149]

Wow! I had my reservations about wall paper pattern BUT wow! You as always have a vision. Great job

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Brenda. I wasn't sure about the handles my self but it all came together in the end...thank goodness 😆

[@galady8632]

That was an amazing transformation! The wallpaper was a genius choice. Kudos for wise and beautiful decisions.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahh thank you 🥰🥰

[@diywithtarnya]

Wow Sarah! These came up so beautifully, and for $5! WOW! 🤩🤩🤩

[@VintageAndPainted]

I know, right! Man that is not to norm for sure...wish more pieces were $5 😆 thanks lovely!

[@diywithtarnya]

@@VintageAndPainted yeah, I saw that prove tag and my jaw dropped. I was like, that’s a unicorn find for sure! 😂❤️

[@pamalapeterson5352]

Looks great! Job well done! Thank you for sharing!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks for watching Pamela 🥰

[@dianaweir1107]

Wow! Awesome transformation. Great job as always!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you Diana

[@lainniewohlgemuth466]

That turned out sooooooo good!!! Great job

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you!! 😊

[@bellepoupee61]

Bonjour Sarah! Wow those pulls are not pulls they are baseball bats! LOL! Really cool transformation! Love it! Christine 🇨🇦

[@VintageAndPainted]

Bonjour Christine!!! (I love that, Bonjour...so pretty!) hehe you are right they were massive they reminded me of piping!😂 but spray paint sorted them out. Glad you loved it

[@terricooper7646]

Wow! When I first saw this, I thought, there is no way this will look good. And then when I saw the wall paper, I thought, what is she doing? Now that I see the finished dresser, all I can say is fantastic job! It looks awesome! You have made a subscriber out of me.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Hehehe that’s awesome Terri! Thank you. Don’t worry I thought I was off my rocker as well 😂

[@jeanbeanthequeen3428]

It's a great flip. I'm so glad you kept the long handles--I love those. Also the top is beautiful. Nice job and it was cool that you shared your blunder and persevered. Kudos!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you so much Jean! I have never seen handles like them before. It was a hard sell I had it up until Tuesday! But the lady really liked it and said it was unique (her husband had a different opinion 😬 ah people).

[@judymielcarek6011]

Sarah, you did it. What a difference. So nice. Love the wallpaper ❤

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh my word Judy it was definitely a challenge!!!

[@deanagallatin6974]

It turned out amazing! Great job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you

[@iceangel1701d]

Wow! That looks great now!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh awesome I’m glad you thinks so!

[@kimmiles9147]

The top is stunning. Modern not my style either but you totally saved that piece from the landfill. Great job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Kim 🥰

[@lindacarden9698]

Very kool. Over the top. Love the end results. Your chance paid off. It would have gone to the landfill, that should make everyone happy.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks 👍 love that you think so!

[@_JanetLouise]

what a deal! good save. beautiful outcome.

[@VintageAndPainted]

I wish there were more deals like it for sure 😆. Thank you

[@tavaramirez668]

So beautiful. I would love to have it in my house.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you! 😊

[@jill6680]

Love this! The top of that dresser looks so high end and I'm happy you kept the pulls, they are perfect with the wallpaper.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahhh thanks Jill. It was a real jump for me not a style I am drawn to. But you are right that top 😲 it was so beautiful I couldn’t cover it up.

[@Em-sr7pr]

Wow! That’s crazy! You are talented Times 1000! Looks fabulous!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you so much Em! Glad you think so

[@denisetauben1930]

Great vision! This is definitely one of my favorite ducklings!!!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Awesome thanks Denise. it was a fun competition and the others did amazing. I don't envy the choice Cory has to make 😊

[@sandrahitchener4151]

Could you please tell me what you used on the top veneer. Lovely work by the way 👍

[@VintageAndPainted]

Sure I used minwax dark walnut stain and minwax polycrylic in matte. Sorry I didn't realize that I left those out of the description. thanks to letting me know glad you liked the makeover

[@maryannmorgan8554]

Do you combine Super Clean and Dawn Spraywash in the same bottle?

[@VintageAndPainted]

No I used to use…still have the super clean but switched at some point to dawn…both work well 😊

[@phyllishume5854]

Wow... that is an interesting piece..great job.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Phyllis

[@morandamiller5444]

Really great makeover! Remaking that drawer was amazing and super helpful. Thank you for the video!

[@VintageAndPainted]

You're welcome glad you liked it and thank you for the encouragement

[@CrypticConversions]

Just Beautiful!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you!

[@debrabell2604]

Turned out really nice, it was a mess great way to restore it!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Debra...I appreciate you saying so

[@AlexBabcock-hw9iz]

I like these little English dressers. In the 80s and 90s these came over to the US by the container loads. Dressers wardrobes tables chairs ect. They were always lightweight really thin wood but had some great rounded waterfall looks to them. Nice white on this one for 5 dollars even in the shadow it was in. Think I would of went in a different way then you but I enjoyed watching your design and using that paper for the front was pretty unique nicely done.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh wow! That is so cool to know that. I love hearing stuff like that. I'd love to hear what direction you would have taken. Thanks for the encouragement I appreciate it!

[@denisegilliam842]

It’s adorable! Great job

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you Denise! 😊

[@billiemitchell2236]

This turned out awesome.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks for saying that

[@barbarafling3790]

Love Art Deco - fabulous result.

[@VintageAndPainted]

thank you

[@hephzibah1966]

Such excellent work and the drawer pulls are amazing

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks so much....those drawer pulls are definitely one of a kind.

[@catykearney1887]

Lovely! You should be proud!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Awe thank you Caty

[@loismaddux4800]

I love the top and the handles!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

I'm so glad

[@carolmoore3706]

It looks so beautiful

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you Carol

[@FourJaysFour]

Fun makeover!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Glad you liked it 😊

[@kathleenhernandez3772]

Wow it came out great, you are miracle worker

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh wow thanks Kathleen that is so kind of you!

[@maryjanegreen7601]

Wow. Totally unexpected! Cool.

[@VintageAndPainted]

I'm glad you think so!

[@paulasmail7861]

Ditto Nancy Anderson’s remarks.. great job!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Paula so bc pleased you enjoyed the makeover…even if the style is not the go to! I can appreciate that.

[@jessicabuck-daniel2160]

You’re videos are my favorite! I get so many ideas from you. I used wallpaper once on drawers. It’s so hard!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ahhh Jessica you know my pain. It was so hard and honestly have only done it a few times because of that 😆 so glad your enjoying the videos. Always grateful to hear that. Hope your having a good week. 🥰

[@shawnmorymcmillion]

Gorgeous!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks

[@vickiappleton1483]

Amazing transformation!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thanks Vicki!!

[@mwoods1052]

you really put a lot of work into this and I love love love the papered drawer fronts. However, the paper design is not centered. To me, it’s like laying tile. You find the center of the horizontal space you’re working with and layout the design starting in the center, and work out to the left and then the right. That way your paper design would be balanced and even. Right now, you have full diamond shapes on the left side and only partial diamond shapes on the right side. I could not live with that, it would bug me to no end. I really don’t mean to harshly critique it, just my observation. All in all, love what you did.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you Mary. You know I did not take that into account but now that you have pointed it out I will most definitely do that in the future!

[@dddecker1412]

Oh my goodness Sarah!! You killed it again. My favorite furniture is Art Deco and my favorite youtuber to deal with a hot mess like you started with is YOU! Awesome job, beautiful results. I wish it was in my house. I have an Art Deco dresser & vanity from my childhood I had refinished 30 years ago. I still love them. They were originally my grandmother’s furniture. I still am happy with how they look even though are just stripped and refinished, Keep up the the amazing videos cuz I love watching you working your magic!!!DDecker

[@VintageAndPainted]

DD! So happy that you think so. I have the biggest smile on my face right now, thank you. Oh I love that you love Art Deco it is such a beautiful time for furniture! Made my day what you shared about your childhood, thank you. I wish I could get it to your house! ☺️

[@gillianmcafee4417]

Fantastic job glad you saved it. A little tip if you are going to use wallpaper in future please use ready mixed wallpaper adhesive and paste the paper on a table as you would to paper a wall before putting on your piece use a craft knife to cut the edges instead of the sand paper makes for a better finish. No more ugly duckling it's brilliant well done 💞

[@VintageAndPainted]

Gillian! This would have worked beautifully. Have to remember that next time! Thanks for sharing it with me!

[@CreepDesignsbyTwitch]

beautiful transformation Sarah

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you! 🤗 that means a lot Twitch

[@jeanniesmith6766]

Number the drawers in pencil--sometimes the previous owners have no idea what they're doing and put the drawers in wrong. LOVE YUR WORK!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Ah that is so true. Thank you!

[@marieround8140]

Really pretty, well done .

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you

[@sharonmuschette663]

Growth comes through life challenges we accept and not the challenges we one day dream about doing.

[@VintageAndPainted]

Oh I love this Sharon ❤️

[@mariluzwest413]

Just awesome!!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Well thanks

[@CTD-81]

I love this!! So damn funky and groovy!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Yes! So glad you do.

[@reneecook1834]

Omg love what you did! Oh and you doggie is ADORABLE!

[@VintageAndPainted]

Tammy! We names her after an Australian Chocolate Biscuit (cookie) called Tim Tam 😆 its a family favourite. So glad you loved the makeover

[@Nancywatkins-pr4eb]

Very cool project! I love it !😍

[@VintageAndPainted]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tracyvitolio-lomano3448]

What is the sander you're using please?

[@VintageAndPainted]

I was using a surf prep sander and the other sander I use is a ryobi orbital sander

[@tracyvitolio-lomano3448]

They're not in Aussie! Only the usual variety here. So disappointing!