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Lolly Jane

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Bedroom· Before/After· DIY· Furniture· Home Decor

28 Jul

Hello! Debby from Pretty Healthy House again, and I’m excited to share this ‘chippy with a little glam’ dresser makeover that I did for my daughter’s toddler room. This piece needed some love and I’m really happy with how it turned out and ties in with her vintage glam room. It’s the first time I’ve added some gold details to furniture, and I will show you how easy it is to get this look!

 Darling girls room gallery wall decor! Love the chippy glam dresser makeover! So easy to paint, cute girls room decor ideas!

This dresser used to be in our master. My hubby gave it a gel stain, which I now see needed some touch up work, lol! And I never got new hardware so it was never really finished.

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

I loved the curves and detail, though, and I knew it would be perfect as a dresser/changing table after a makeover.

Supplies

  • Chalk paint – I used 1/2 quart of Benjamin Moore paint and added BB Frosch chalk paint powder
  • Gold metallic paint – Target
  • Gold dust – Target
  • Finishing wax – BB Frosch’s clear wax

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

I started with the chalk painting (didn’t have to sand, yay!) and because it was so dark, it needed three coats. I used a brush, although if I were doing it over again, I would have used a sprayer.

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

I was tempted to leave it as is, but it needed a little more of chippy/vintage look to match her room. Notice the new hardware? I got them at Hobby Lobby and painted them with the metallic gold paint.

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

And trimmed the top with metallic gold as well.

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Next I added a teaspoon of the gold dust to 8 ounces of paint and brushed it on the top and the drawers, just to give it a slight shimmer. It’s debatable whether this step is necessary, but I always like a little shimmer. 😉 

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

To make it chippy, I used a wet rag to rub off the paint on all the edges.  

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Then I used a small paintbrush to fill it in with the metallic gold. And the benefit of chippy/vintage is that it doesn’t have to be perfect!

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

To finish it off and seal it, I gave it two coats of clear wax.

Chippy Glam Dresser Makeover

And now it’s perfect for her vintage glam room!

Chippy Glam Dresser MakeoverChippy Glam Dresser Makeover

Darling girls room gallery wall decor! Love the chippy glam dresser makeover! So easy to paint, cute girls room decor ideas!

 Darling girls room gallery wall decor! Love the chippy glam dresser makeover! So easy to paint, cute girls room decor ideas!

 Darling girls room gallery wall decor! Love the chippy glam dresser makeover! So easy to paint, cute girls room decor ideas!

Check out other chalk paint projects like my craft closet pink desk makeover,

Cute Pink Desk Makeover!

an industrial kids table I converted from a train table for my son’s room,

Awesome Ikea Hack, great makeover for kids room!

and my craft room bookcase makeover. 🙂

DIY Bookcase

And until next time you can follow along on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter for more DIY home decor ideas!

43 Comments

About Lolly Jane

Meet Kelli & Kristi, twin sisters and authors of Lolly Jane. We are two busy wives + mommas who are makers of all things pretty. From signs to home decor and holiday crafts or redoing furniture in between soccer practices, we do it all all while armed with an ice cold Diet Coke. Join us in our DIY adventures! XOXO

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  1. Ashley Osantowski says

    10/01/2018 at 6:30 pm

    Hi! What finish was the benjamin moore paint that you bought before mixing the chalk paint powder?

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      10/02/2018 at 9:58 am

      It’s a flat finish 🙂

      Reply
  2. Shaynah says

    08/17/2018 at 1:45 pm

    Where is the doll from?

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/18/2018 at 11:35 am

      Cotton Candy Dollies 🙂 https://amzn.to/2wkLrxp

      Reply
  3. Ysmelda says

    08/16/2018 at 12:57 pm

    what the color on the ceiling and wall love that painting for my daughter

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/30/2018 at 12:18 pm

      Hi Ysmelda,
      This is a cute space by our guest Debby from Pretty Healthy House, you can reach her here to ask 🙂

      http://www.prettyhealthyhouse.com/contact/

      Reply
  4. Brittney says

    08/15/2017 at 7:03 am

    Where did you find that be kind sign?

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/15/2017 at 9:00 am

      It’s a Heidi Swapp piece: http://heidiswapp.com/

      Reply
  5. Becky says

    05/09/2017 at 5:37 pm

    Did you paint the shelf brackets, frames, etc with gold paint? Can you come decorate my house? 🙂

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      05/09/2017 at 11:54 pm

      Hi Becky! Haha this will have to do for now. 😉 Yes, Debby used the metallic Devine brand from Target. So pretty!

      Reply
      • Becky says

        05/10/2017 at 8:25 am

        Thanks! Do you remember where you got the shelf brackets? I’ve been looking around and havent fount any that cute. If you’re ever in the mood for some home decorating projects, I think I live in the same town as you. 😉 Or maybe you can recommend someone??

        Reply
  6. Stephanie says

    01/24/2017 at 9:19 pm

    Love that little doll. Where is she from? The room looks beautiful. I have an old French provincial wood set I refinished as well. You can’t go wrong if the dresser has curves. Oh yeah where did you get those shelves from too? Great job

    Reply
  7. Sammy says

    10/19/2016 at 10:06 am

    Where did you get the various accessories that at above the dresser specifically the be kind? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      10/19/2016 at 3:13 pm

      That cute wood cutout is from Heidi Swapp: https://www.instagram.com/helloheidiwallart

      Reply
  8. Christine says

    08/14/2016 at 1:33 pm

    That looks wonderful, love the detail you added to it. So glad you shared it with us over at the DI & DI Link PArty and hope it brought you some new traffic and new friends! Have a great week.

    Reply
  9. Mary-the boondocks blog says

    08/11/2016 at 3:53 pm

    Very well done Debby. I especially love the gold details you have added to where it was originally distressed. It gives it a certain french richness that is perfect for your little princess. Pinning and sharing.

    Reply
  10. Angie Rose says

    08/11/2016 at 1:08 pm

    This turned out so beautiful! Love the makeover, great job 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing with us over at Dishing It & Digging It.

    Reply
  11. Lee-Anne Weise says

    08/11/2016 at 3:06 am

    Lovely!!
    I want to do something like this to my kitchen cabinets but I’m scared

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/11/2016 at 9:57 am

      Do it!! Chalk paint powder is so easy to work with!! Test it on a small piece of wood to practice, you’ll be hooked!

      Reply
  12. Debrashoppeno5 says

    08/07/2016 at 7:22 pm

    The dresser is lovely. It is a look that you will be able to keep in her room for quite some time since it has a classic feel to it.

    Reply
  13. Leanne says

    08/05/2016 at 3:11 am

    This turned out beautifully! The room is so sweet!

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/05/2016 at 8:09 am

      We <3 it too, Leanne!

      Reply
  14. Lauren @ Lauren's Little Corner says

    08/04/2016 at 7:59 am

    Love this! This is so cute :))

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/04/2016 at 8:44 am

      Thanks so much, Lauren! We <3 it too!

      Reply
  15. Sherry says

    08/03/2016 at 4:29 pm

    Such a cute glam look! Thank you for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

    Reply
  16. Anne @ Domesblissity says

    08/03/2016 at 3:45 am

    Hi Kristi & Kelli. How lovely to meet you both. Thank you so much for linking up to Thriving on Thursdays last week. What an absolutely gorgeous makeover. Right up my alley. I love all of your makeover projects. Just beautiful. I’m featuring this post at tomorrow’s party. Hope to see more of your beautiful work. Thanks again.

    Anne @ Domesblissity (Australia)

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/03/2016 at 8:33 am

      Thanks so much, Anne! We love Debby’s talent too, she is amazing!

      Reply
  17. Carol Cook says

    08/02/2016 at 11:22 pm

    What a great transformation.

    Thanks for sharing with SYC.

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/03/2016 at 8:33 am

      Thanks, Carol!! XO

      Reply
  18. LydiaF says

    08/02/2016 at 8:43 am

    Wow! Thanks an amazing change 🙂 Thanks for sharing it with us at Creatively Crafty #ccbg I gave it lots of social media love!

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/02/2016 at 9:42 am

      Thanks so much, Lydia!! XO

      Reply
  19. Tania says

    08/01/2016 at 7:25 pm

    What a great makeover! Love the glam gold handles!

    Tania

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/01/2016 at 7:42 pm

      We love them too! Thanks, Tania!

      Reply
  20. Janet Trieschman says

    08/01/2016 at 2:28 am

    I am always hesitant to paint stained wood but I really like how your dresser turned out – especially the gold touches. Thanks for sharing your post with us at @CCBG. http://tryit-likeit.com/link-party-it

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      08/02/2016 at 9:43 am

      Debby’s so talented, we love it too!! Thanks, Janet!

      Reply
  21. Karen Del Tatto says

    07/28/2016 at 6:55 pm

    You could tell what a labor of love this project was! Absolutely beautiful!!

    I’m going to show my daughter this because your little one’s room theme is a similar theme to what my daughter used for my granddaughter’s first birthday. I think my daughter will love it!

    Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      07/28/2016 at 8:10 pm

      Aww, hope she loves it!!

      Reply
  22. Kileen says

    07/28/2016 at 6:49 pm

    Love the dresser! It turned out so pretty! I really like the shimmer you put into the paint. Great idea!

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      07/28/2016 at 8:10 pm

      We love the gold too!

      Reply
  23. Marjie says

    07/28/2016 at 9:48 am

    Debby,

    Amazing and gorgeous! Love the sparkle. Your room looks sweet. Good work.

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      07/28/2016 at 11:03 am

      We love Debby’s style too, Marjie!

      Reply
  24. Nancie says

    07/28/2016 at 9:14 am

    This dresser is adorable. I wish I was as talented to do something like this.

    Reply
    • Lolly Jane says

      07/28/2016 at 9:17 am

      We love it too.

      Hey, YOU CAN DO IT!! That’s the whole point of our blog, to encourage women to GO FOR IT!! It doesn’t take talent, just patience through trial and error!! Promise!!

      XO

      Reply

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