Surprising Vintage Dresser Makeover | You Don't See This Very Often | Trash to Treasure

[@DesertDIY]

Have you ever heard of or tried this technique before?

[@christibell7243]

I want to do a table and use marine varnish.

[@halo218813]

I've done the decoupage fabric technique on wood, but not a dresser.....it was a wood bunny Decoration lol.....turned out beautiful. I love your channel!!!

[@elisevautour6292]

Heard of this process but have not tried it before. 🌞

[@jcrefasi1]

I've only seen this done inside the drawers instead of contact paper. I loved the material on the top 2 drawers but I think the wide stripe was way too bold to use with the top 2. Maybe a gingham or other small print would have been a better balance. Just my taste. Other than that the barn red complimented the refurbished oak beautifully and would be something I would try.

[@yamyam1692]

No, never. But I'm gonna try. Wonderful tutorial, thnk you so much!

[@JustMe-tk2rp]

I love love love it all except the circus tent fabric on the bottom drawer. Everything else is fabulous in my opinion❤️❤️❤️

[@SusynStecchi]

Exactly. The loud wide stripes just don't work with the pinstripes and the boho pattern. Otherwise it's very nice!

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Yes it would have been better to repeat the thinner striped cloth. But everything else was spot on. :)

[@marlabaldwin7011]

Totally agree!!!!

[@emilymalcolm87]

Have to agree. The bottom fabric doesn't work with the other two.

[@violethoffermobilehomemove9189]

LOVE LOVE THIS! I once did this on a particle board dresser. But I put quilt batting behind mine & just glued the quilt batting & fabric on. I never used a shellac on it & it lasted for years & years. It was pieces of fabric that matched the quilt on my daughter's bed. The dresser was a crappy ugly thing, so it was a great way to refresh it & make it last a little longer. With a cute update.

[@fisherlady408]

Love everything but that bright red on bottom drawer doesn't seem to match the other colors. Could be just the light. Man it is still beautiful!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary. I am someone who enjoys a lot of contrast. For me, visually, it wouldn't have been enough contrast without the bold print.

[@italianmermaid6306]

Yes, I think It looks like a beach towel. While impressive, not a fan.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

@@DesertDIY I understand, but maybe you could have gone with a small red/white gingham instead? Then you'd get your contrast as the stipes in the bottom brawer are too large of a print compared to the other two prints you chose.

[@tinamc2820]

Love, love, love this piece! I didn’t like the fabric on the last drawer but you nailed the other two! Love the technique and I thought it looked like something I could attempt, lol!

[@DesertDIY]

You can definitely do it! I am someone who enjoys a lot of contrast. For me, visually, it wouldn't have been enough contrast without the bold print.

[@tinamc2820]

It’s beautiful!

[@furnitureduchess9103]

Love this piece! Thanks for the tips on veneer and showing how easy it is to removed and the odds that something usable is beneath it. First time I have seen fabric decoupage and it's brilliant.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!!! If it's old, chances are there is good wood under a veneer. If there isn't, just decoupage some fabric on what's left! Ha!

[@karenokeane6461]

I love your honesty and integrity about product recommendations, and the transparency with which you share them with your viewers. As always, so enjoy your videos, and this piece turned out so beautifully, although I agree with others who weren't thrilled with the bottom drawer fabric print. Thanks for posting! :)

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Karen

[@hilltop9098]

Throwing old furniture away is a real shame when you could do this, brilliant ❤️🇬🇧

[@SophieYurr]

Oh my gawsh!!! Thank you for sharing this flip. I have a beautiful Antique buffet in my garage w/ damaged veneer. I thought I wouldn't be able to save it. THANK YOU! I'm so encouraged 💚

[@bonnysmith4908]

I have never seen decoupaging fabrics like that. That is wonderful!!!

[@margueritepeaden3445]

This looked amazing compared to how it started out. Not 100% sure the three different prints do it for me, I think I’m a little OCD for it. For me I could deal with two of the patterns with maybe drawer one and three the same with the middle a different pattern. But that’s just me and my OCD issues. Even with that it’s still a really nice piece.

[@DesertDIY]

Haha ocd got you! I am the opposite of ocd most times. Sorry! Thank you for watching, I appreciate your feedback

[@tonyaclaxton9169]

Love it! Bottom drawer fabric is a lil bold and takes away from the others. Learning process. Over all it came out beautiful!🌺

[@cottagecreations2656]

Oh wow! Love the combination of dark wood, that red, and the decoupaged fabric drawers. Well the ones on the first two drawers anyway; they went so well together! I have to try this!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! And yes the bold contrast is not for everyone. I like bold contrast

[@lindapedersen309]

Thankyou for sharing this. I have a project where I’m making the drawers look like suitcases. I’m going to try this method.

[@DesertDIY]

That sounds so cute

[@lindathompson3982]

Okay...What I liked about ur finished vision 4 this project: I liked all the 'Dixie Belle' colors /& products...& that u gave helpful tips & pertinent reviews.. I liked the burnished gold-leaf on drawer- pulls, liked the paisley fabric (thought it lent elegance 2 the make-over & somehow drew the eye 2 the dark wood...making it look rich & Old World). I appreciate the advice especially as 2 tools, plus the 'fearless' matter-of-fact way u get things done. Thanks so much.🙂

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Linda!

[@AZMellyMel]

You did such an amazing job!! This piece was in such rough shape before, and definitely deserved to be brought back to life!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! So true

[@lanagardner2455]

You did a great job and I love the idea of decoupage fabric on the drawers but think I would have chosen just one of the fabrics instead of 3 different ones. Great tips on using the dixie belle products.

[@xararoman1606]

Wonderful job! Very creative! I would personally repeat the fabric from the top drawer on the bottom one, but that's just my opinion of course. Great video!

[@salvagedbykscott]

Oh my gosh Cory! This was so fun to watch. Love the way your brain works girl!!!

[@DesertDIY]

you could do amazing stuff with this method.

[@jaxturner6896]

Gorgeous! Very cottagecore! That's exactly what's in style for 2021!!! 💕🖌👍

[@kandgathome3591]

This is FABULOUS! ALL the fabrics coordinate beautifully-I don't know why some people feel the need to ay otherwise. Exceptional piece! You have given me inspiration for an older veneered piece I have, Thank you!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! hope your piece turns out awesome

[@pattysandbo1460]

I love the dresser all except the bottom fabric that was too bright and modern with the other two.I have a old dresser and have been trying to find some ideas what to do with it and I believe I will try you technique very good Thank you for sharing!!!!

[@moonshaddow55]

Looks great, I think the cloth detracts from it's beauty. Either stick with the timer or use only one cloth would be better.

[@bettinabarry8423]

Enjoy your videos but I think the the broad stripe material on the bottom drawer was too bold and ruined the effect. Even so, you are very clever and the red was great with the wood and it was good to learn the technique of attaching material to wood.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you for watching!

[@bettinabarry8423]

@@DesertDIY I look forward to them.

[@lynnwharton8993]

whoa!!!. This really works. I thought you had finally went "around the bend", but this actually works.

[@DesertDIY]

haha!

[@loraineleuschke4186]

I was not crazy about it until it was finished. WOW!! Gorgeous for sure.

[@Elaine2241]

Turned out beautiful as usual when it comes to your transformations. Very inspirational.

[@annodnostaw9971]

Came out beautiful. You are quite the artist. I use Zinser BIN Shellac based primer in white (can be tinted) or gray (hard to find) on my sanded wood pieces to prevent bleed through. It is a fantastic product. One step with roller or brush. I have decoupaged with clear coats before using tissue paper, napkins and fabric. A very good way to make sure they adhere, is brush on clear coat, let it get tacky, lay down your material and iron it down with hottest iron setting USING THE NO STEAM SETTING, then apply topcoat to protect. I like Dixie Belle chalk mineral paints as well because of the great coverage and consistency of it plus the 0 VOC quality, but if you can work outside, most paints with VOCs won't cause any harm. Some of my friends who have looked into using the Dixie Belle paints complain about the high cost of it. I agree it is costly but I am not on a fixed income like my friends.

[@DesertDIY]

I agree! Thank you!

[@jaynebrown693]

Oh my.....how beautiful is that ! Thanks for the tips on removing veneer ! I love that red tone to used and fabric on drawers !!! Love it ! Love how you step outside the normal and go for it ! Another GREAT PIECE !!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Jayne!

[@melaniebelter1541]

It's so warm and cozy looking!! I love the thin then bold stripe next to the classic/vintage fabric..they all set each other off beautifully. Great job. It's lovely.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you. And yes the bottom fabric has been very controversial apparently lol.

[@JRR0013]

Yes, I'm from Phoenix, AZ area, too. The dryness of the climate and heat really plagues lovely antiques with their natural wood. Beautiful project!!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@bethwishitwereviolet5938]

Hi Cory! I have heard of decoupaging fabric, but have never seen it done. Love the fabric you chose. This dresser is fabulous! No one would be able to tell it is the same dresser. It looks so happy now. I am loving the red these days, and wondering if it’s making a comeback. Another one of your gorgeous makeovers. As always, thank you so much for sharing with us dear one. 🥰

[@DesertDIY]

Hi Beth! I agree red is in right now. At least for me. Maybe it's just the season lol

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you for watching!!!

[@bethwishitwereviolet5938]

@@DesertDIY I wouldn’t miss your videos for the world.

[@janjones4772]

Everything I’ve watched you do,have really looks nice, very nice colors. I’ve been wanting one of those Cabinets that fold all up. I love it and it just seems like the answer to needing space for so much stuff and Doesn’t take as much room. These things you have just done is so pretty, I know how you must make a lot of people happy. God Bless You, Congratulations on your new precious

[@glasgowbeck]

Fabulous, such a beautiful piece made even better. That barn red is a great choice here, lifted by the textiles on the front. Always good to challenge ourselves, super job 🥰

[@DesertDIY]

I agree. Thank you Rebecca

[@pamelaallen6543]

I love this idea, thank you for sharing.

[@vickieking5831]

Wow! I love how you used the fabric on the dresser.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Vickie! It was very controversial at the time haha

[@FurnitureFlippa]

I like the fabric technique, never would have thought of that! Turned out great, nice work Cory!

[@DesertDIY]

Thanks! You should try it. I'd love seeing what type of fabrics you'd choose.

[@FurnitureFlippa]

@@DesertDIY np! and I will keep my eye out for a similar piece!

[@brentreed9065]

Great idea to use fabric. I would have never thought of this. Thanks!

[@stephaniejordan4970]

WHY ISN’T THERE A “LOVE” BUTTON??!! I freaking LOVE this flip! I have a dresser with a veneer top that is warped & peeling in spots & I knew I was going to redo it, and now I think I’ll have to decoupage fabric over the drawer fronts. 😍 The piece even has doors on the top that open up to reveal three drawers, with a 4th at the bottom, uncovered by the doors. I *was* thinking of a silver & mirrored finish before, but you just gave me great inspiration! 🥰

[@DesertDIY]

yay!

[@Mary-fe2fz]

How beautiful! When you said that you were going to decoupage fabric on the drawers, I'm thinking No, No, No! Then you showed the reveal and I was flabbergasted. 💕💕💕

[@DesertDIY]

Thanks Mary! It's such a great technique for situations where you have an ugly surface to cover. This surface wasn't that ugly but I thought this dresser would look great with it

[@Mary-fe2fz]

@@DesertDIY It's stunning!

[@diysbydar]

Dixie mud is great, learned a tip from kacha, once you open it put in fridge. I checked mine and it was growing some stuff in it cuz i didnt do that. Awesome project

[@DesertDIY]

oh thank you for telling me!!!

[@Beruthiel45]

Oh, that happened to me once. At art school, I bought a big tub of gesso at the school shop and used it once. Next time I opened it, ugh, mould growing on the top!😨 Luckily they took it back and refunded the cost because it was expensive and poor students can't afford to waste anything. I'm allergic to moulds so that was a nasty surprise. 😛

[@kristyblackwell6209]

This piece is adorable! Looks like it belongs in a fancy boutique or a swanky little corner coffee shop! ❤❤❤

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!!!

[@carolrobbins7544]

I think the drawer in the middle is so pretty. I would have done all three in the same pattern.

[@jackieburnett6881]

Love how it turned out

[@rebeccaklepper3690]

what an idea with the fabric, i think i know what i'm going to do for my free dresser now thanks

[@adellaadams8018]

I love what you did with this dresser!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Adella

[@nicolewiles6509]

What a beautiful result! Great job!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Nicole

[@juneramirez8580]

Wow what great info! I have a beautiful ornate bedroom suite from the 1930's that was stored and damaged from a leak while in storage. Have been trying to decide how to handle it. I will take the veneer top off of a small piece and see how the wood is under it. And will use your stain tip to spruce up the rest.

[@lauriehowell7618]

Love how this turned out!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@shirleycarter2451]

Wow the uses of material was a beautiful touch.👍👏

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Shirley

[@catastrfy]

it came out SO CUTE! and thank you for talking about dixie bell being 0 voc; i have #mcas and had to give up painting long ago. maybe i can try with their products this year!

[@DesertDIY]

Yayyy!

[@creativegirl9710]

Yes, I agree. It's nice to know there are some non smelly options out there. The sealers get to me too.

[@mirasmomma6909]

I love the technique. I have a dresser to refinish in a steam punk theme. Will definitely consider this approach.

[@DesertDIY]

Oh, that sounds awesome!

[@conniestelly3020]

Very nice. Turned out beautiful.

[@donnaferrara947]

Awesome job! Especially love the fabric drawers.

[@DesertDIY]

Thanks so much Donna. It was so fun. I just love picking out fabrics

[@donnaferrara947]

You have a great eye for coordinating all your materials to enhance the piece.

[@marieswearingen8678]

Love the end product. Have used fabric as wall paper before this is a new take on that. I have an old piece I started it’s perfect to try this on

[@DesertDIY]

Did you use starch for the fabric wallpaper?

[@marieswearingen8678]

Yes it was easy to put up and stayed for years

[@gtiernan1]

WOW! I love how this turned out! Beautiful. I do really like Dixie Belle products and the idea of decoupaging fabric onto flat drawer fronts is supremely excellent! Thanks for sharing.

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

It turned out gorgeous!

[@jaimemandrigues61]

I LOVE IT. You are so super creative. And, I just want to say thank you for being yourself and standing out from the crowd.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Jaime

[@statementdesigns]

This is really pretty! Love the result❣

[@carriewhite5417]

I love the technique, and the information. Not crazy about the colors and the different color pulls/knobs, but that's strictly a personal taste. Great job!

[@DesertDIY]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nancydunaway359]

You are so amazing! Every time you redo a piece I say oh this is my favorite! Then you out do yourself with another. I'll just say I always love your work!

[@DesertDIY]

Aww thank you Nancy

[@ritagold1034]

I love it. Wow! So unique!

[@rubymimosa]

That’s amazing! Wow that turned out great!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Ruby

[@simonebentvelzen6900]

Oh my, i love it. Especially the top fabric with the thin red stripes.

[@DesertDIY]

Ticking stripes are always a beautiful sight! Thank you

[@cer145]

That is super pretty! Very inspiring!

[@judygreene3856]

I really liked how you did the Cheat . But I did not care about The red an white striped on The last dorwe.the other 2 They look antique..

[@DesertDIY]

It is a particular look. Thanks for watching

[@andrea.rivers]

I LOVE the combo of natural wood with that red color! I have wanted to do the decoupaged fabric but didn't really want to use Mod Podge. It's great and has it's purpose but never put effort into what product to use in lieu of. 20 yrs ago the internet wasn't as um... widely helpful. lol I was obsessed with cigar box purses but that obsession never got fulfilled. I hoarded the boxes and a few vintage suitcases I'd hoped to repurpose. I later moved across the country and I had to prioritize stuff and I no longer have those cigar boxes or suitcases. *lightly sobs*lol But I'm hopeful now I can try the Dixie Bell stuff on a dresser or side table drawer. Now I have to go Google cigar box purses, something I haven't thought about in 15 yrs.

[@DesertDIY]

I am glad you are rekindling your dream!

[@beverlyherring6595]

Absolutely adorable.

[@carikshawn4201]

I haven't done anything with it yet, but I have my grandmothers Library table...use it right now for my big bird cage. However, it is painted and, the top was peeling so a few years ago I peeled the top veneer off and the underneath is gorgeous. My plan is eventually, to finish the top off, repaint the round legs, antique the gorgeous edges, cut down the legs about 3 inches and put a piece of glass on to for a small dining room table...seeing all these videos lately, I'm hoping to do this very soon.

[@DesertDIY]

So excited for you!

[@laurachavez9779]

Beautiful work...Your friend probably wants it back💖

[@lonnarheaj]

I have a great antique Hepplewhite style dresser with a bowed front that needs some magic TLC. The dresser was used for a few too many years in a college student rented farmhouse (now our home), and then a decade or so lanquishing in a barn (now our barn). Some of the veneer is MIA, but the dresser is structurally very sound, with great storage space, and those wonderful slightly bowed front drawers with dovetail joints❣ I am eagerly looking forward to see what you do with yours!!! I also have a china cabinet my husband built for me almost 40 years ago that suffered severe water damage on the base from a nightmare waterheater disaster; so I welcome any and all ideas for saving special pieces and giving them a new life!!!

[@DesertDIY]

Both of those pieces sound like they are amazing pieces just waiting for some tlc! This one had pretty bad water damage so hopefully it will inspire you for your pieces!

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

You have a very nice personality and you’re very talented. Thank you for sharing.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Lydia

[@SBL1932]

Oh My God!!! This is beautiful

[@DesertDIY]

I am so glad you love it!

[@leeleespeer1625]

It came out beautiful!!

[@niniandsunny1353]

You need to be a furniture designer!! ❤ this!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Tonya. I wish! This is my version of being a furniture designer I guess

[@niniandsunny1353]

@@DesertDIY I'd order from you! Lol seriously

[@stephanielake71]

I haven't seen that before....looks great...thanks for sharing

[@arlenelancelot777]

Awesome outcome!!!

[@denster77]

Wow, this was so cool!!

[@brendajhelps6094]

Beautiful color combination! Great job !

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@jadestone8552]

Love this...so pretty! Thanks for sharing

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Jade!

[@ambermize8950]

This turned out fantastic!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Amber

[@polythoma2950]

Absolutely crazy, especially the choice of fabrics, You make me to feel from another planet!! But I am from Thessaloniki, Greece, Hellas😊😊,🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@martinedehoef8594]

Amazing transformation. I love it

[@quinnhen2325]

Love the drawers!!!

[@dixilh8244]

I love it ❤️ Love the REDs Love the restored wood Love the Gold pulls

[@marineoilfield4034]

Looks amazing great work

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@ED80s]

Wow this came out amazing. I love the fabric of the middle drawer. I would have used the gold rub and buff on the top decal and just rubbed it in instead of using the white knobs but regardless the piece came out amazing

[@sandyk922]

You are so creative! Great job

[@martinebangs6520]

Hi Cory....beautiful dresser, I loved it as soon as a I saw the red top and it got even better from there....Take care...stay safe...

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Martine

[@brendatomlinson]

Very creative technique Cory!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Brenda

[@dochubbell]

Very informative and a very good job. Having said that, I am with others who were not as fond of the 3 different patterns on the drawers. I personally would have rather seen the drawers done in all the same fabric. At the very least maybe the paisley and the small stripe together for less of a "too busy" look. Just a personal preference.

[@nikkiwallace3342]

So true that older pieces were built with higher quality.

[@kimhough7753]

It looks beautiful!

[@MariaReyes-jc4mz]

Beautifully done!!

[@lelanidixon7941]

This really is a makeover! Wow! Super gorgeous.

[@irenepeek3211]

Thank you so much for showing this. I haven't seen this technique before and I have a round dining table we've had for at least 30 years and I can definitely use this information 😊 I love the table and now it's going to be beautiful again. Thanks again and Blessings to you and yours 💕🙏

[@DesertDIY]

Oh that sounds awesome Irene

[@BreathofSpring24]

Very pretty! Did you say whether you are keeping it or giving away? Great job. 😀

[@DesertDIY]

I sold this piece to help recoup some of the cost of flipping and donating

[@arlenelamont5610]

First time seeing this technique. I probably would not have chosen the red and white stripe but it really is beautiful.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Arlene. I am someone who enjoys a lot of contrast. For me, visually, it wouldn't have been enough contrast without the bold print.

[@glendacox6540]

Really gorgeous !

[@meghanstufflebean4139]

Wow!!! I was so impressed with how this turned out!!!