I really wanted to RESTORE this ANTIQUE DRESSER but it just didn't work out

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[@salvagedbykscott]

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[@school3491]

That puppy is the best promoter for birch !

[@miriamepsteinstiles9623]

This is a great problem solving video. I can relate to projects that are 90% “problems”. This was reassuring to me and so informative. Your creative process is so inspirational. Thanks.

[@amypapenhausen8970]

All emotions of frustration aside, I think she's lovely and anyone would be happy to have this beautiful piece!! You did a great job and it's lucky you have the skill and experience you have or this could have turned out badly. Love watching your videos!

[@Califdml45]

Ugh! That's when you want to walk out of the room and shut the door till your disappointed disappears. Thank god for your Plan B. It may not be want you originally wanted, but you nailed the save! Well done!

[@rhondadavis1483]

It’s reassuring to see someone of your caliber struggling...I certainly hated the situation you were in, but I loved hearing your thought processes...I think we all can relate to biting off more than we can chew 😂 I love what you did with it...and that color is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing...just beautiful 🥰

[@roshawndalight7470]

Wow, what an amazing transformation! All those chips and divots, and it looks so smooth and sophisticated now. Even though your original plan for this piece was not feasible ( my heart sank for you) it turned out absolutely amazing. 💖💖💖

[@deborahmatatall]

Beautiful pivot, Katie! She looks lovely and the hardware is the perfect touch. Sometimes the furniture really does have its own ideas about what should be done. That color is gorgeous and I hope you get many years of enjoyment from her. I would consider this one a big success!🌸

[@qtp2tee]

Sometimes things just don't work out, and furniture has a mind of its own. BUT the finished piece is beautiful! Excellent job Katie!

[@kathleenchang9206]

Just what I was going to say. I think this piece wanted to be “prettied up”. Love the color.

[@ginger1549]

I'm not a person who is into painting antiques, but sometimes it is the only solution, and I loved the color you used. The end result is lovely.And as you said , it will now have a chance at one more life. I don't like to see furniture painted with a brush. It looks so much better sprayed.

[@ohwilbur1]

I love Katie's professional determination. Ar the point of realising it wasn't working, I would have put it in the shed for 1 and a half years of regret and procrastination before deciding to paint it 😅

[@nwolf730]

Same. If that would have been a free piece it would have quickly become firewood.

[@hlynn2008]

Even though it's not what you wanted, it still turned out stunning! You persevered and made lemonade out of lemons ❤️ P.S. I love how you styles it up!

[@catherinebiermann7940]

Sorry you had so much trouble and disappointment with this piece. But I’m glad you documented it so the amateurs in your audience can take heart when it happens to us. Beautiful job in the end.

[@CocoJo445]

Oh, Katie! The end result is stunning. Love, love, love the color of the piece and the hardware. Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@susanac5869]

Each piece of furniture is a surprise and a challenge. The good thing about your videos is that you always find a good solution that is also beautiful and with which we learn a lot. A lot!!

[@cakemakerheheh123]

My goodness even with all the trouble it put you through, it came out so beautiful!!!!! ❤

[@vparker1543]

Katie's "plan B" is better than my A game! This came out amazing! I think it is going to have a great next life.

[@judyshallstrom415]

So nice of you to get your dog a new mattress! Too bad you couldn't get what you planned, but the result is really very nice! I love the color!

[@katjones1225]

This may not have turned out how you originally wanted but wow. I absolutely love this piece. Hearing you work through your process shows the thought as well as the effort you put into this piece. So we’ll done!

[@louanneross6410]

Katie I was so sad for you that you didn't get to have your vision but your perseverance is to be commended. It turned out beautifully. Definitely turned lemons into lemonade. Great job.

[@galebecker3487]

Hi Katie, I could feel your disappointment. I love the style of the drawers. Im sure you will find something special for your nightstand. You made the dresser look beautiful nevertheless with beautiful hardware. Lovely colour too. Thanks for sharing. Gale x

[@rosecityremodel2015]

Maybe not want you wanted from it, but it’s much more beautiful than it was before!

[@conniesisco6468]

This is beautiful! I’m just curious why you didn’t do your wood look finish on this piece. I think it would’ve looked amazing.

[@debramoffatt3711]

That middle section - where you’re debating the options - made me smile and feel less alone with the internal debates I experience on the regular 😂. It might not have gone to plan, but she turned out gorgeous 👏👏👏

[@sandyprather9133]

Your little trouble maker turned out beautifully! Loved that you shared your thought process as you decided what you were ultimately going to do with the piece.

[@laurenl5843]

There is nothing wrong with giving up and getting the paint out. This piece looks awesome. 👍💜😊🇨🇦

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

Your furry friend is so precious. I absolutely love the finished product. Even though it didn't go as planned, it ended up beautiful. Well done! I got a piece that's "jewelry" was way too shiny for me and soaking it in Coca Cola gave it the aged patina I was looking for. I always love your videos.

[@drcbeartooths]

Pragmatic choices are sometimes best, and you're great at them too. Impressive that you marched right through the disappointment and created a pretty piece. Thanks Katie.

[@tiamamia123]

Sometimes the piece needs to be what it needs to be. Sadly, what it needs to be isn't what you envisioned, but it looks beautiful. A hard won battle. ♥️

[@susanrichardson4025]

Well... even though it didn't turn out as you planned, it still turned out beautifully! She got a lot of love to try and restore her to her previous glory, but in the end I think you did what you had to. This piece will go on to grace someone's home with its beauty for years to come! Well done!

[@44alwaysrightjlp]

I am yelling into the computer, "FILL THE HOLES, SAND IT DOWN AND PAINT THE WHOLE THING". i am half way through the video so will have to see what you do. Ya listened to me..lol an old 77 yr old woman. I had this exact serpentine chest 25 years ago that I stripped and re stained in a light stain. The veneer was all in good shape and I didn't have to go through all the heart aches you did. An excellent result with yours, love it. (Ontario here)

[@dorisrapino8694]

It is a miracle. You literally ressusicated this piece.

[@ellzeescammon2600]

You actually DIDN'T bite off more than you can chew...just more than you EXPECTED to have to chew. This turned out stunningly pretty - and here's hoping you find the perfect piece for your nightstand!

[@JacWarner]

It’s so beautiful!!!! You have exquisite taste. That colour is perfect and you worked so hard on it. You should be incredibly proud.

[@jocelynhishon9694]

The end result is gorgeous Katie, just love it. Really appreciated you talking us through your process, disappointments and all. Every now and then those projects appear no matter how the pieces are scrutinised initially and true to your integrity it turned out beautifully! Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@marycopeland9340]

Katie, IDK call me crazy……..I LOVE ❤️ the craters!! Just stain it and go sister!! Someone will buy it!!!

[@fiercegirldesign1]

Oh Katie, what a heartbreaking nightmare! So sorry it didn’t end up the way you were hoping, but the paint color you used looks fabulous so I’m sure it will enjoy a lovely third life. (So much better than its second life! Not sure what the previous owner was thinking with that lumpy chalk paint. 🤷‍♀️) Fingers crossed you can find the perfect piece in your next search.

[@Boniter1959]

Oh girl…..I’m obsessed! I’ve never cared for these type pieces before but you magically transformed it to an elegant statement piece! It’s giving me French country vibes. I want it! ❤️🥰❤️

[@marylouarens7588]

I think it looks great…..love the color and the hardware is perfect…..great job……..sorry you had such a headache piece……looks great!!

[@nancyanneberg403]

The Matron is now clothed in service able grey and discrete jewels showing that, yes, she has quality background. You've got more guts than me Charlie Brown. As you are not Lucy ,who would lead us to kick the football, then pull it away with a laugh. I am proud of your lemonade. Thank you .

[@JamieM470]

I haven't even watched the video yet, but I just want to say that the model you chose to show off the mattress is beautiful. The poses are perfection, and what soulful and gorgeous eyes! I'm thinking the next supermodel for sure.

[@roberttaylor1993]

From your neighbor over in Quebec.. I love it when projects don't turn out the way I want them lol. But at least you do what we're called to do and that is to save them from the dump, right?.... Good worker on it Katie. And thanks for pointing out the hardware spot

[@conniegray3272]

Whoa! You are determined and brave! So much to be learned from this project, thank you. Looking at the final product no one would know.

[@robk1310]

I agree with you on this one. I firmly believe you only paint when it’s absolutely necessary. In this case it was absolutely necessary. And it looks great. The only thing I may have done different, is if I had some veneer that would fit the top, glue it on and have a nice looking wood top.

[@dot2dal]

She’s pretty! But I feel your pain. Good luck in your search for the “perfect nightstand”!

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Thank you for showing how to determine when to go in another direction. I am working with a project that is not working. When I got into it there were multiple issues. Now I feel I can drop my original plan an think of another. Your new plan worked beautifully. It looks so good.

[@LillyMoonPaintOfficial]

I love projects like this believe it or not 😂 making the ugly beautiful again! Gorgeously done Katie❤

[@maidelisbatista581]

My husband and I think you are very talented! We are very picky like you and that's ome of the reasons we love your rennovations🥰

[@arlenehansen6026]

I am so thankful I discovered you last week! I love your work, style and advice that helps us newbies

[@cmitchell7347]

Really nice result given the initial cost as well as the 'expense' of your time, labor and frustrations.

[@caterinarosamarino242]

Forse non è quel che ti aspettavi ma alla fine è davvero grazioso come colore e forma e probabilmente recuperando la sua struttura superiore a lira e uno specchio sarebbe ancora più carino. Io lo terrei in casa mia volentieri. Forse sei troppo severa con te stessa? Hai salvato un altro bel mobiletto facendolo tornare bello e piacevole da usare. Buon lavoro ragazza ❤

[@dianawhyte4631]

It looks great! Did you consider filling the crater in the top with resin to serve as a feature? Just a random thought!

[@RadBadJodster]

I kept saying, gotta paint her to myself! Ugh! But she’s GORGEOUS and you triumphed once again! Bravo! ❤

[@osiyopeaceosiyopeace4807]

I know it wasn’t quite what you had planned. But what a beautiful saved.

[@mercy229]

Sorry it did not workout, but you are truly an artist! It turned out beautiful ❤️💕

[@writerlisakaye]

I know it didn't turn out the way you imagined but she's still a very pretty piece.

[@MissJillian0309]

I'm so sorry it didn't turn out the way you wanted. that being said.... its beautiful 🥰

[@pattymcshannock770]

The dresser looks great! Oh, and puppy should be a model. So cute!!!

[@idiopathic6357]

The way you were able to troubleshoot this and pivot makes me admire you even more. A good reminder that something beautiful can always come out from a nightmare.

[@TranscendFurnitureGallery]

Ohhhhhh. I FELT this video in my bones. Hahaha I’ve had so many “quick flips” that ended up just having one thing after another go wrong. So I feel your pain. You made the best of a rough situation. I absolutely applaud the effort of trying to save the wood but sometimes it’s just a no go. Awesome job, great video! ❤

[@newdreamsin2012]

Katie, it turned out beautiful! Great job following through with this piece. As you know, sometimes pieces tell us what they want to be instead of how we envision them. You had a lot of great ideas and tricks that I learned a lot from. Thank you for a great video!

[@pou618]

That sure was a hot mess but you turned it into something beautiful.

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

You did such a nice job on this despite all the surprises, Well done!

[@audreycaruso8111]

You saved the day! This piece turned out beautifully Katie, great job!

[@alesiaennis6374]

That’s stunningly subtle🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂🍂

[@LisaKessler-o1q]

So sad that this did not work out as intended. I absolutely LOVE QS oak but your make over was very beautiful nonetheless! Nice job!

[@kamiahbundy4972]

Way to make lemonade out of lemons! Personally, I think it's beautiful and I love the color. Tell me though, does the key work?

[@salvagedbykscott]

Lol, nope. It’s too short to hit the mechanism in the lock. It’s looks cute though 😜

[@aliferefurbished]

Love it so much Katie! I know it wasn’t what you wanted but it’s gorgeous. ❤

[@FlipItFurniture]

This is beautiful! I love the color with the hardware. Very pretty

[@christinechin1909]

Wow 🤩 it really turned out stunning.

[@guylainepetrin830]

Why did you not replace the veneer?

[@donnaschaner3216]

Your work is so beautiful. Love watching you do it all. Thank you for sharing. I am hoping to learn more from you.

[@marynapier2007]

Nobody could say you didn't try, but in the end, she is still a beauty! A lot of hard, frustrating work, but great job in the end!

[@allisong2159]

She is pretty! Love her curves!

[@nobledonna3368]

She turned out beautifully

[@user-ix8bx6ek3t]

Katie, you did a wonderful job. I could feel your frustration and dilemma with this piece of furniture. It's disappointing when things don't work out the way you planned. But, you made the right decisions on how to solve the problems. Excellent. The piece looks beautiful!

[@lenoraenfinger3118]

Turned out beautiful. Love the color

[@2kidzatschool]

I got an old rickety piece dresser that really need rehabbing and my learning curve will be tested!! Still learning and a newbie!! Once again, Master Katie great work!! 😍😍😍

[@sheilahall150]

Oh, God…I wish you lived near me!!!!!! You are “da-bomb!” I have so many old and antique pieces I inherited from my grand parents and they all could use some refurbishment…especially a dining room sideboard I have. I think I’m going to do the Saman black stain and purchase new hardware from D Lawless. Thanks for all the videos 🥰🙌🏽👏🏽!

[@RebrushedByMaddison]

What do you do about overspray in your garage? Do you have something that blows that out? This will be my first winter working in my garage and I’m not sure how to fix that!

[@salvagedbykscott]

I have a shop vac that I run around after project.

[@ondinadixon1875]

Oh You Poor Luv my Heart just sunk along with you 😢 But You turned it All around and made it an Awesome piece 👍❤️ Not What you waned , but I’m Sure you’ll find that perfect piece 👍 Goodluck Katie

[@charlenelogan4945]

Hi Katie! Amazing transformation! But I have a question: when there is beautiful wood underneath veneer, what is the purpose of veneer? Why not just keep the wood and make the rest match with a matching veneer? Thanks?🤷‍♀️ Charlene

[@LV12800]

Brilliant save!!! Gorgeous color... hardware...simply beautiful. Not what you wanted, but total success nonetheless. Life is never a straight line. Thanks for a really interesting and great video. ❤

[@JessObie]

So sorry that it didn’t work out but it looks great!

[@mollylundquist9145]

Gorgeous, old-style elegance with a chic, contemporary update. Truly lovely---oh, and it's my favorite color. Nice, nice save.

[@bellafaith1065]

Ok, so I know I'm a year late to this comment section 😅, but I just wanted to say that I love how you post the good, the bad and the ugly. It truly is a learning experience for those of us who are beginning in restoration and it's also interesting to watch you troubleshoot to find a solution. I like that you don't try to always post things like you always have it all together lol! It's real, it's vulnerable and relatable! That's why I love your channel. Thanks for the great work you do and present...and by the way...the piece turned out beautifully with the life you gave it. 🥰

[@MrHuismeester]

A Nightmare in your bedroom is not iedal.....but you solvd the problem perfectly !! The dresser is looking amazing and you can be proud off yourself !!

[@StyleRevisedByCstclair]

THANK YOU for sharing the bumps in the road. I’m on my first flip and I used chalk paint and it’s looking horrific! I’m exhausted from researching wtf to even do and after a good long cry I put that bitch on a time out in the garage. Pivoting to a new project and will circle back to that disaster later. I know she didn’t end up the way you envisioned, but it’s so beautiful!

[@restyledpiecesboutique]

What ups and downs with this piece. However, I think she looks so pretty and you did a great job! Thank you for sharing your process. 😊👍🏻

[@4everyoung24]

I get that it would have been perfect if you could have stained it but the finished product was really pretty. You did give it another life and that’s what matters. Also, just so ya know, I said all the REALL GOOD cuss words for you as I was watching the video. Lol

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

It's beautiful.......the color is lovely. Sometimes paint is just the perfect way to go.

[@pamboone6921]

Hi Katie!! Oh sister I have to tell you I absolutely love this piece painted 😬 sorry it didn’t work out for you to get it back to it’s old self though. You’ve got it where it counts to work out hard problems! Good job and God Bless ❤️

[@patwidup8730]

Amazing I so love your work! Thank you for your wonderful furniture makeovers.

[@shellydehart8217]

My heart feels for you on wanting so much for this serpentine princess dresser to be oak. I’ve been down this road n it can be so disappointing. I had no idea veneer was that expensive but I think you did the right thing. The color you used is really pretty n her jewelry makes it stunning. I sure hope you’ll have better luck finding one for the other side of the bed. Give yourself a pat on the back as you did a great job on her n she’s beautiful no matter what. By the way I too use the place you got your hardware from. They have wonderful selections. ♥️😊👍👍🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@Cassiefinds]

Hi Katie! What specific keyhole covers did you use? Your link works for the drawer pulls only. Thank you!!!

[@nwolf730]

It’s a great looking end piece. I was wondering what you had in mind originally. Did you sell, donate or keep this piece? Sry if I’m asking an already asked question.

[@Tarasyoutube]

This one looks like if it was going to painted it is for those colorful, floral, fancy types, and give them the harps, get the mirror replaced. I kind of wish you'd just put up with the imperfect wood and stained it the way you envisioned..... maybe drawn some wood grain in with the superfine special paintbrush tool 🖌 looming things in different shades and made it your own. Hard to see it get so close but so far... ;) with you. 💕😘

[@RevdUp.Art.Fotografer]

When you were doing the major assessment I figured you were gonna say "No way, I'm done." But instead you embraced it's wholeness and prettied her up. I was a tad surprised at the paint color, but I get it about that's whatcha had. Good effort Katie. :-)

[@debbyalder4089]

Hi Katie …. I really like your really sensitive individual on the bed … he looks super comfortable!! ❤ To hear you problem solve was also really useful for we would be first attempters, so thanks! Turned out really nice!!😅

[@janetrodriguez914]

That piece is beautiful. I really love it. Great job. I’m sorry it wasn’t exactly what you envisioned but it turned into a happy accident if you ask me. That piece will bring someone joy in the future.

[@lscalmanini]

Katie. . . I almost fell over laughing when you said the 's' word. I know you really wanted to save the wood, BUT this looks great. Nice job, as usual.