Vintage Vanity Makeover | Raised Stencils | Blended Paint | Part I of a Set

[@elegantupgrades]

Huge shoutout to Tonia for the amazing stencil I used on this guy! Thank you so much!!!

[@toniagarcia2885]

Your welcome sweetie..

[@maryannmorgan8554]

@@toniagarcia2885 where can we find that stencil?

[@laurarivera8572]

At first I didn't think I was going to like it but it turned out beautiful. I have a vintage vanity I've been wanting to either restore or something totally different. I love how the colors fade into one another great job.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Laura! Yeah, that’s how I feel about a lot of my projects 😂 I just keep telling myself to trust the process.

[@Somewhereintime22]

This piece is exquisite…like the colors of the sky. You are a true artist…I couldn’t visualize how this was going to come out and even cringed when you put the gray paint over the color toward the end but it was the perfect choice. This looks like it would be for sale in a high end design boutique. I hope you get a lot for it…this is no run of the mill redo…it’s art.

[@paulahubbard9704]

My parents bought their bedroom set in 1949 that included a vanity identical to your piece. That stool you have IS the original. Mom's was covered in medium blue striped satin.

[@elegantupgrades]

Really?! That’s so interesting! It seemed so weird next to it since the legs were different and it didn’t actually fit under the seat area. Thanks for the info, Paula!

[@Califdml45]

Oh my goodness!! What you did to this piece was truly an Elegant Upgrade! Watching you blend, especially in real time, is like watching a maestro's hands leading an orchestra. Just beautiful!

[@elegantupgrades]

Wow, thank you so much! That’s an incredibly kind comment 🥰

[@rosagutierrez8112]

Wow always amazing job.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you very much, Rosa!

[@creativegirl9710]

And love the placement, size and style of the stencils. Perfect!

[@mama_p_nz8233]

I can't get over the amount of colours you used on this piece. I wish I could see it in person I have a feeling I'd love this piece for myself lol. Thank you for sharing, stay safe.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you! Yes, it’s so much better in person. I can never capture it just right.

[@someguyonli]

You are so next level. I don't have words for how blown away I am by your work.

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh thank you!!!! Thanks incredibly nice of you to say!

[@saraadcock4144]

Stunning, just love it

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Sara!

[@Reulus]

The piece is stunning. Your sense of color, variations, tonality and highlights is superb. Absolutely love your work.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you very much! I appreciate that!

[@traceygleghorn3163]

Absolutely beautiful, will be watching next week too. Talented lady.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Tracey!

[@debramedsker6765]

I love watching the blending and learning from your techniques. Thank you!

[@elegantupgrades]

I’m glad you are learning something from my videos, Debra! Thank you for watching!

[@creativegirl9710]

Pretty, pretty, pretty! That turned out really cool. Like you were just experimenting and it just came to life. I think it would go in any lady's bedroom.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you! That’s just about what I do with every piece- experiment 😂 I’m always happy when I don’t ruin it.

[@creativegirl9710]

@@elegantupgrades ❤️

[@kimmiles9147]

It’s stunning. Love the journey …. And the BAM at the end. Might be my favorite so far.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Kim! Boy was it a journey 😂 I’m glad you liked it.

[@deborahmatatall]

I kept repeating to myself, “Trust the process. She knows what she’s doing.” This is stunning. I liked NOTHING about this piece except the shape and the raised stencil until the final reveal. I think I was expecting a blended treatment but this is soooo much more. It all makes sense at the end and it’s gorgeous. It’s so layered and textured and elegant. Can’t wait for Part 2.🌸

[@elegantupgrades]

This cracked me up because I had all the same feelings when I was doing it. It’s so funny how long it takes to finally “see” it come together. This one was a loooong process for me 😂 I’d be lying if I said I didn’t breathe a sigh of relief at the end when it actually turned out.

[@morandamiller5444]

Love this look! Going to try it on a gossip bench. Wish me luck! Thanks, Taryn!

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh! That sounds awesome! You’ll have to let me know how it turns out, Moranda.

[@debsmith2269]

You really have a great eye for colours with the blends looking so subtle yet still, somehow, bold with the darker waxes and different guiding waxes. My favourite piece was a small chest with rose gold wax but this is now vying for 1st place.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Deb! I’m so glad you liked this one! It definitely moved up my ladder of favorites as well ☺️

[@VintageAndPainted]

such a beautiful blending...thanks for sharing this beautiful piece

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Sarah!

[@sandraisabel898]

You are amazing and funny."do not no were i am going with this piece" And then end up so beautiful!! And always humble Like you very much

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so very much, Sandra! You’re so kind 🥰

[@cristiflanagan5316]

I was gifted this piece and a tall chest when my grandmother passed. I was afraid to change them so they have been hidden in a back room… not anymore. It is beautiful, thank you.

[@elegantupgrades]

This makes me so incredibly happy, Cristi! Thank you for sharing this! I’m so glad they are coming out of the back room.

[@lolalulamay7991]

For not knowing where you were going with this piece, I’d say you knocked out out of the ball Park!! I love it!

[@elegantupgrades]

Haha! It was pure luck!!! I just kept adding layers. Thank you!

[@susanpassfield4135]

Breathtaking!! You have a great eye. Be proud, as not everyone can have such a vision.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Susan! That’s very kind ☺️

[@kim99may]

Wow absolutely amazing from cotton candy to elegant

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Kim! Glad you saw the cotton candy, too 😂

[@beverlyness7954]

This turned out so different for where you started. I really like it and wish I could see it in person as well. Good Job.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Beverly! Yes, it’s so funny watching all the different stages- they look nothing like the end result. It’s like a surprise ending 😂

[@andrearoth2669]

Looks so beautiful 😍 💖

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Andrea!

[@toni5810]

I must admit, I wasn't sure if I would like BUT this is gorgeous. I'm looking forward to seeing the rest of the pieces.

[@elegantupgrades]

Haha, Toni, I was right there with ya! I’m glad it turned out 😂

[@gailbutler3310]

Fabulous! I'm not usually into frou frou but that piece is exquisite! Love all the minerals and that top, my goodness!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Gail! I’m so glad you like it!

[@kimberlydrake8654]

Wow! Loved watching your process… and thank you for slowing down a bit…really helped😊 I absolutely LOVE🥰 this piece….would go perfectly in my dressing room….I have an accent wall done in old tin tiles and it has the colors and the metals you used…. You are an amazing artist ….I think you reach artist when you have no fear…say if I don’t like it….I will just fix it! Thank you for sharing 😊kim

[@elegantupgrades]

I’m so glad it helped, Kim!!! And your accent wall sounds AMAZING! I’m trying to picture it in my mind and now I want one 😂.

[@jeanmcbride5629]

That is GORGEOUS! I've never seen anything like this. Great job!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Jean! I’m so glad 🥰

[@FurnitureWarriors]

So cool and elegant at the same time! Wonderful piece!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks Warriors!

[@chandarussell]

Wow. It looked great in the pictures so now I wonder what it would look like in person. Well done.

[@elegantupgrades]

I’m so glad the photos looked good! It’s just hard to capture the color shifts it has with all the layers going. I like your new profile photo, Chanda! (At least I’m hoping it’s new and I’m not just being crazy remembering you had something else previously 🤪)

[@aprillusk8869]

LOVE this piece! The colors and finish are BEAUTIFUL! 💞

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much, April!

[@pattyjoiner1321]

This piece turned out amazing. It's absolutely beautiful. I like how you went slow when showing how to blend. That was very helpful.. I love the way blending paint looks but still have not been able to do it on a piece. But I will use your instructions and refer back to them. I really like the Chalk Mountain Brushes you use. They make the blending process look a little easier. Thank you for sharing :)

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you for taking the time to leave this comment, Patty! I’m so glad the slower shots of blending helped. I’ve been trying to make sure I’m giving enough info for someone to grab a piece and do what I’m doing.

[@lauradyer8532]

Lovely. Can't wait for the rest. You are just so fascinating to watch. 🤩

[@elegantupgrades]

Haha, thanks Laura!

[@barbaraleventhal8571]

Absolutely perfect. So beautiful.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much, Barbara!

[@arlenelamont5610]

Honestly, I could not see where you were going with this and the more you worked on it, the more I was like no, don't like this. BUT it is awesome! I stayed till the end and am glad I did. A lot of work for you with a beautiful outcome.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Arlene! I say all the time (and tell myself all while I’m working) just trust the process. Sometimes it takes longer than others to get to a place that I love. This was one of those times 😂

[@MrsJax304]

You’re work is marvelous. It’s a gorgeous makeover. 🌈🖖🏽💕

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much!

[@paulaheuser5200]

Really beautiful. It looks so soft. I love it!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much, Paula!

[@richardjones8236]

It's great to see how you design and blend on the fly. If I ever messed up I'm not sure if I could repair the damage as easily you make it seem. This was a great tutorial on blending. Hope to see more on the dresser and mirror.

[@elegantupgrades]

I just keep adding layers until I’m not mad at it anymore 😂 But I did want to make sure I showed the whole process on this one since it just took so many steps until I felt good about it. It happens sometimes, but like I said, it is just paint. We can always fix paint.

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀 ❤

[@kayhenry6293]

It looks fantastic! I didn’t think I would like it but I love it.

[@elegantupgrades]

I was right there with ya, Kay!

[@paint_me_blue-art_watercolors]

This is beautiful, magical 💜

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you! And thanks for hanging in the premier!

[@kellywilliams5112]

What an ethereal beauty.. lovely job.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Kelly! It had me nervous for a bit 😅

[@AlpineArts]

Omg this is my favorite! 👏🏻 I absolutely love your style… your techniques. You give me tons of motivation.

[@elegantupgrades]

I'm so glad!

[@rtovarstetson]

Oh my goodness. This is insanely beautiful! It was so much fun watching your magic transform the piece! I don't usually comment on videos but I had to here to give you praise! Wow wow wow...you have a gift!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much, Rina! I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely comment- especially when it’s not something you typically do. Truly, thank you.

[@susanshanks2407]

You absolutely amaze me. You have such talent.🤩❤

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you for leaving such lovely comments today, Susan! You sure know how to make a girl blush.

[@lindaposta5207]

When you got to ( I think) the 19th layering of color I said “Yikes!” Out loud. But boy oh boy this is so elegant and gorgeous!

[@elegantupgrades]

That’s so funny, Linda 😂. I can imagine you sitting quietly watching and then the abrupt YIKES. I’m glad you weren’t still saying it at the end.

[@brynyoung3604]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Bryn!

[@astrik5236]

Looks regal! So nice.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Astri!

[@deeaguilar1997]

This came out amazing, love the extra touches. Thank you for showing how to use the compound on stencils.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Dee! Yes, that stuff is amazing. I’ve had the same box for forever it seems and there’s still tons left.

[@anaduyos9440]

WOW!!! GORGEOUS!!!!! You are such an artist!! Way to start the New Year!!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Ana!!! I really appreciate that!

[@statementdesigns]

Gaaa... this is gorgeous!! You're such a beautifully mad scientist❣

[@elegantupgrades]

Oooo, I like that. Mad Scientist 🧪

[@akmb8211]

Trop beau ❤️

[@tonihasson9418]

Really pretty!!! You're amazing!

[@elegantupgrades]

You are too kind, Toni!

[@dawnhill1950]

It's stunning.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Dawn!

[@carlaorjohn]

Love it and you!! Keep up the GREAT WORK!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Carla! You’re so sweet to me!!!

[@alisavogt2892]

Wow, so beautiful. 💜

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much, Alisa!

[@besties_roblox1927]

So so pretty.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you!

[@glendacox6540]

Really rich and classy beauty!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Glenda!

[@christihill2423]

Wow, beautiful!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Christi!

[@kathryntrapman3917]

Stunning,absolutely stunning ❤️❤️❤️

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you very much, Kathryn 🥰

[@lydiakinnaman1106]

Beautiful.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Lydia! And thanks for taking the time to watch a few videos and leave comments! I really appreciate it.

[@sharonhendricks9706]

I would have to call a.hotline intervention on myself if I attempted to do this much blending. I would drive myself insane! But I'm glad you enjoy doing it and sharing.😉😉

[@elegantupgrades]

Haha, do they have a hotline for that. Don’t tell me. It’s best that I don’t know that number 😂 Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, Sharon!

[@sharonhendricks9706]

@@elegantupgrades I REALLY do enjoy watching you and this piece turned out beautifully....

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, I’m so glad!

[@maggipetty7047]

This is beautiful.

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Maggi!

[@jenxu2]

I love this! I have an antique dresser that has the curve front. I really want to do this treatment on it. So gorgeous

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh I’m so glad it inspired! You’ll have to let me know how it turns out if you do it!

[@kimchamberlain1108]

Absolutely stunning 💜💜

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Kim!

[@joanmcgovern6305]

I love this! I'm so inspired to try something similar!

[@elegantupgrades]

That’s so great, Joan! You’ll have to let me know how it turns out when you do!

[@breb3523]

Pretty

[@designabeej]

That is so beautiful 🤩👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so much!

[@soseconds6591]

Beautiful!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you!

[@toniagarcia2885]

I love it..💜🥰..I was so happy when I seen you with the stencil..☺️

[@elegantupgrades]

The stencil is SO PRETTY!!! And your name will be in the dresser video, I’m not sure how I missed it on this one! That’s why I had to pin the comment. Thank you so so much!

[@toniagarcia2885]

@@elegantupgrades no worries sweetie..I'm just glad you liked it..you have an amazing imagination..I love seeing your videos 😊

[@candacewalsh8726]

Happy New Year! You had me scared for a moment - I too saw cotton candy:) Just not your usual, but boy did you fool me ! It looks amazing! So much depth and on camera it’s iridescent 🙏

[@elegantupgrades]

Happy New Year to you as well! This guy had me scared for a minutes as well 😂 And I’m so glad you could see the iridescence! I tried so hard to capture it.

[@paulavanduynhoven8951]

Omg stunning ❤❤

[@willow_alley]

Stencils and blending and glazing! Oh my! I lost count of the layers… 7? Ish? You couldn’t add more?? Slacker. Haha!! Juuust kidding. I agree with how it looked at first. It was kinda mermaid princessy. Then it reached puberty but THEN it graduated and is now full grown gorgeousness!!

[@elegantupgrades]

Hahaha! YES! That’s the perfect analogy- and it made me laugh, so win win. Thanks for that, Lizza!

[@MsJean113]

Beautiful

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Jean.

[@suedaloisio9463]

gorgeous!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Sue!

[@cathymack6961]

Brilliant job ! ❤

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Cathy!

[@debbiemelton4426]

Beautiful!💛💛💛

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you, Debbie! And thanks for taking the time to watch and comment on multiple videos!

[@dianamontijo41]

Good job!!!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Diana! And thanks for making the rounds- it’s exciting to see the same name pop up.

[@debrabell2604]

So pretty, wonderful look. I wonder how long this take to accomplish.

[@elegantupgrades]

I can do about one and a half pieces a week working about 4 hours a day. I can’t give an exact time since I don’t clock them, but that’s how I work so almost every piece fits in that timeframe.

[@sandyjoosten8816]

Loved this🤭

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Sandy!

[@angelicamaria6715]

You are the BEST

[@elegantupgrades]

You ah!!! Thanks Angelica!

[@joannalexa2531]

Ii learn a lot from you, thank you!

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh I’m so glad, Joanna!!! Thank you!

[@jenlwilder]

Does the gilding wax come off eventually? I've been wondering that for a while now. Wax isn't always permanent. Does look beautiful, though!

[@elegantupgrades]

It depends on placement. If you put guilding wax on a place where the oils from peoples hands touch repeatedly it will slowly wear off. You can combat that by sealing it with poly or shellac or another type of topcoat. You would just want to make sure it’s completely dried before applying one of those.

[@austingonzalez2140]

This piece looks beautiful!! I wasn’t sure about it when you added the grey overtop, but it turned out wonderful! My girlfriend has a vanity she loves but it’s got a lot of burn marks in it and everything… I really want to refurbish it for her, although I’ve never done anything like that before. Could you please let me know what kind of tools and paints I would need? Thank you!!

[@elegantupgrades]

Thanks, Austin! I probably can’t give you the perfect list because every piece is different and requires different tools and products. But from you described, I can try to give you a start- you’ll want a cleaner/degreaser to clean your piece, wood filler of some kind and a scraper to apply it, sandpaper ( most likely start with 220) and a sander, I did most of my work by hand when I started so you can just do that, a primer that prevents bleed through (spray shellac is great, but there are many that work), the Wooster angle brush is great and really inexpensive, the paint I use is from Chalk Mountain (but there are tons of paints out there and everyone has their own favorite), a sealer of some kind (my preference is a water based poly, I probably use Varathane the most, but again, there are other great ones). That is an incredibly basic list, but without seeing it and knowing what you want the end result to be, it’s difficult to include all that is needed. I hope that was at least moderately helpful!

[@better970]

Beautiful. Would you be able to share brushes did you use for blending. Seems easy to work with. Thank you

[@elegantupgrades]

Sure! I’ll shoot you my Amazon links. But if you just want to look yourself- I always use the Chalk Mountain Brushes for the swirl blend and the Wooster Shortcuts for the back and forth blends. Wooster- amzn.to/3JMSmE9 Chalk Mountain- amzn.to/3HFY3lt

[@xthatwhiteguyx]

"I started painting the entire thing white... I... Don't know why" I loled.

[@elegantupgrades]

It was a poor choice. I have no idea what I was thinking. 🙄

[@xthatwhiteguyx]

@@elegantupgrades The end result is killer, as always.

[@gloriafields4328]

This piece turned out gorgeous !! I've learned with blending, especially using the swirl method, is to do it until I like the look. The wax took this piece to a whole new look. Great video !! Thanks !!

[@elegantupgrades]

So glad you enjoyed it, Gloria! Thank you!

[@debraneria4242]

Hope your holidays were amazing and Magical (wink wink lol) I Bet your lil Man Was In Aww the entire time at Disney land as I Know I was with the pics you shared on Instagram....how amazing. .and this piece is absolutely gorgeous. ..I actually have an antique one very similar and I'm gonna do the raised stencil ...thank you so much for slowing video down as I'm Still trying to learn the different blends so I can Up my Game and techniques...Soo beautiful Taryn this desk/vanity...you inspire me so much 🥰👍

[@elegantupgrades]

They were magical! And yes, he absolutely LOVED IT! He got to meet Captain America and Spider-Man so he was in heaven. I’m so glad you liked the slowed up process. I always get nervous about boring everyone, but I’ve had so many ask to slow it down that I figured it was necessary. I hope you have a wonderful year, Debra!!! I can’t wait to see all you do in it.

[@debraneria4242]

@@elegantupgrades aww that's Awesome ...He's Never gonna forget Meeting His idols. ..also Honey Allow Your Audience to Guide you within reason .. People Have gotten to Know Your technique and style and NOW they're wanting to Learn ...So IF Yu Have repeat requests etc .....Give them What their asking ... You Have an amazing Technique on blending and to be honest I would Love to Start blending and That Definitely Helped me out. ..you're amazing and have mad talent. ..you Can Never Bore anyone honey...Stay blessed honey🙏🥰❣️

[@marywest2896]

those metal waxes make the stencils look embossed. if you pay a bit more in the art section and buy art bushes instead of craft, they can last you a long time if you clean them and keep them properly, I have an art blush that is 35 years old..yes it has been used...washed after every use and laid on it's side and kept brush side up in a jar. you can get even better brushes from the art supplies on line..they just have a better quality. it looked so beautiful.

[@elegantupgrades]

Yes, the metal waxes do help the stencils stand out more. They are embossed so there are a few ways to make them stand out besides those. Thanks for the advice on brushes!

[@MrsJax304]

On the stains you chose… does the cans have the base color in the descriptions? I understand the red in the mahogany.

[@elegantupgrades]

No, I’ve just used them before and know what way the lean.

[@andreatrepasburgess7551]

You did a beautiful job . You use joint compound for raised stencil? It’s so reasonable. Obviously you don’t wash it off down the drain . How do you clean it specifically between using the stencil? I want to buy this product because it’s such a good price just afraid how I dispose of it in between using the stencil and how I clean it off in between

[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you! And in the video you can see me wipe it with a wet wipe- that’s usually how I do a quick clean in between. I will also put it on a flat surface and use the putty knife to scrape it off. Then all the extra from scraping I put back in the container I mixed it in (it’s usually an old cottage cheese or sour cream container). Once it dries I just squish the container and the bits pop right out and I toss them in the trash. I hope that helps!

[@andreatrepasburgess7551]

@@elegantupgrades thank you it does

[@EyeWYT]

Ok. Wow! I admit I was very skeptical as you moved thru your color phases. But I really liked the end result. Definitely an ethereal look!! I watch a lot of these videos and for sure learned some new techniques from you. I’m surprised that you said part of this piece was plywood because the drawers had dovetail joints. I also wondered about your raise stencil medium. Is it like a joint compound or more like cement? I’m always concerned about durability when experimenting with different products and joint compound as well as spackle will chip easily. Loved your stencil!! Where did you get it? Super cool look!! I also LOVE how you used the different gilding waxes on the raised stencil. So beautiful!! The gray wash really transformed this piece too! Do you make it yourself? I’m definitely a new subscriber!!

[@elegantupgrades]

Hey Holly! Thanks so much for subscribing! So glad you learned some new techniques. Yes, it’s plywood, you can actually see them in the dovetails as well as along the top edge. If I remember I’ll try to show it in the companion dresser video coming out. The raised stencil is a joint compound. I haven’t had any issues with chipping at all once the piece is sealed. I would imagine if it went on too thick then perhaps it could chip, but I’ve been using it for years without any problems. With that said, I always make sure the surface I put it on is properly prepped for adhesion. The stencil was a gift from one of my subscribers and it’s linked in the description box. The gray wash is just my gray paint watered down- usually about a 50/50 mix but if I’m honest I never measure. I just add water until I like the consistency. I think I covered all your questions, but if I missed something just let me know! Thanks so much for watching!

[@annermel9121]

Does the product that you applied with the stencil chip off? I love the finished piece.

[@elegantupgrades]

I’ve used it for years without any issues. I always make sure my piece is properly prepped and the joint compound is completely set up and fully sealed - both of those things will give it extra strength. I also have never applied it where it would get a lot of wear and tear- that’s not to say I wouldn’t try doing a raised stencil on a wooden knob with it, I just haven’t yet so I can’t give my experience.

[@CopperCactusDIY]

"I didn't want to throw out this piece... out of rage." For those of us who do this type of work, girl, that's a mood 😆🤣 This turned out beautiful, Taryn! So sparkly but definitely not unicorn. Are you selling this one? I bet it goes quick!

[@elegantupgrades]

Haha, yes, I know you know the feeling 😂. I will be selling it with the dresser as a set. I haven’t done a vanity dresser set yet, usually I do nightstands and dressers or a set of dressers so we shall see how it goes.

[@Lojay_5]

I am having a lot of difficulty with your Zazzle site.

[@elegantupgrades]

Is it the link, Lori?

[@Lojay_5]

@@elegantupgrades Well part of my order got lost but there was a link for me to pick it back up and get it all in one order so it worked out OK your site is just fine. Thank you for your concern you you’re such a doll!

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh I’m so glad it worked out! Thanks for letting me know, Lori 😊

[@marywest2896]

saw where you smeared the top drawer when you were staining the top, did you scrap it off and redo it?

[@elegantupgrades]

I didn’t show staining the top in this video so I’m not sure what part you are talking about. But I typically get the tops done and sealed before final rounds of painting so if I get any paint on the top as I work it just wipes off.

[@marywest2896]

@@elegantupgrades at5:35 start in the video watch just a bit further 539/40 where you start to stain the top your shirt rubs against the top drawer stencil...it looks like it smeared bit...it looked it to me, you must not have, but it sure looked it, I kept saying watch your shirt!! LOL

[@elegantupgrades]

Oh! Haha, I have “shop” clothes because I can’t be trusted. I went to look and couldn’t find where I got it on the stencil, that doesn’t mean I didn’t 😂 But it wouldn’t have mattered since I hadn’t even started the painting on the base yet. Like I said, I usually do the top first and seal it before starting the base so I don’t have to worry about getting stain on a completed finish. That would ruin my day.

[@marywest2896]

@@elegantupgrades I have to have a set of clothes to even clean house!!! even an apron won't save me!! just like a kid I have "going out of the house" clothes, cleaning, and diy clothes....

[@elegantupgrades]

😂 Same!

[@angelasimmons4168]

This This is what I needed...lol for you to slow down. I think I can learn how to blend from you but I need you not to speed through. I understand what you mean by not wanting to bore us but girllll you ain't boring us we love your painting. But it seems like all the artists on these tutorials go so fast , like they know we can't get it

[@elegantupgrades]

I’m glad it helped, Angela! I’ll try to incorporate more slow clips in my videos for those of you who want it. It does help to know what you all need from me so I appreciate you speaking up!

[@OPPOOPPO-vp2nm]

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[@elegantupgrades]

Thank you so very much!