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Hands down, my fave-fave-fave project to date.
Let me paint a picture....
I was wandering aimlessly through the ARC at 9:46 last Monday morning, when suddenly a  vibrant light shone out from across the store, I was catapulted through the aisle and grabbed this baby with wide open arms.
Her pricetag read $25.99 and I was hooked but then a lovely employee whispered in my ear, "white tags are half off today." I pushed that monster up to the register immediately. A nice man tried to help me by loading ii onto a cart to wheel through the store and up to the register, but I threw an elbow lest he try to steal my new-found treasure. I mean, seriously, check out these amazing pulls!
I would have paid $25.99 just for the nine drawer pulls. But I got the whole shebang for $13.00!
I have been wanting to try decoupaging fabric onto a piece of furniture for some time and this was it. I hit the jackpot at Hancock's last week in their bargain bin. Remnants for $5.00 a yard. I found a bunch of beautiful patterns and I decided to dive right in.
I poured through 6 different tutorials for the process and decided to start by painting the entire piece of fabric with one coat of decoupage. This makes it easier to handle and prevents any fraying while cutting to fit.
While that was drying I stripped and sanded this beauty. I painted the base of the desk yellow, the edges black, the bottom inside of the drawers blue,  and the top I left natural wood with 2 coats of polyurethane.

Next, I turned the fabric upside down and laid each drawer front on top of it.
I traced each and then cut out, then trimmed, and trimmed again.

Then I DecouPaged (the DecoArt version of Mod Podge and it works GREAT!) each piece onto each drawer front (2 coats) and trimmed the fabric edges again.

I had to use my tiny drill bit and drill holes to get the hardware screws through that thick fabric. I got all the handles back on and when I put the drawers in each opening I realized I had to trim and sand again. Apparently all those coats of paint, DecouPage, and polyurethane added about a half inch and just enough to prevent the drawers from opening and closing smoothly.

However, all the hard work was totally worth it, because this piece is SO frreakin cool!

Check out that fun blue poppin out when the drawer is opened

And I just adore the pulls!

This turned out so nicely, I might give the fab
ric finish another try.

 

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Comments

  1. Rhiannon says:
    November 29, 2011 at 7:21 am

    I lOVE the fabric! What an awesome idea!

    Reply
  2. AdamHead says:
    November 29, 2011 at 7:24 am

    Each single nut and bolt that is used in putting up the bunk beds should be reckoned as one singular part that could easily become defective. Also, when examining any Cheap Bunk Beds, take note of what it's been constructed from. Metal bunk beds really ought to be thickset and strong, and in the case of wood bunk beds, you should expect then to be sanded.

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  3. Christi Dobson says:
    November 29, 2011 at 7:59 am

    Love, Love, Love this!!!!

    Reply
  4. Smallgood says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:03 am

    Love the desk. The fabric gives it an all new life.

    Reply
  5. 4you-withlove says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:14 am

    OMG this is AMAZING! :)

    Reply
  6. Sam @ The Junk House says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:40 am

    LOVE! Seriously, it turned out amazing!

    Reply
  7. poppyinpink says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:44 am

    What an eye you have for a great thing, you "did real good" here!!

    Reply
  8. O'Quilts says:
    November 29, 2011 at 9:09 am

    You did a wonderful job!

    Reply
  9. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says:
    November 29, 2011 at 12:06 pm

    kim, that is awesome!!!!! my furniture makeover party starts today in 2 hrs- ii would love you to link and share this- people need to see it! :)

    Reply
  10. Lesley says:
    November 29, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    I agree….hands down. My favorite thing eva from your blog for me. Wow! Factor. Link this up all around… People need to see this!

    Reply
  11. A Couple of Craft Addicts says:
    November 29, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    This is gorgeous, perfect fabric for the desk.

    Reply
  12. Amanda@studio1404.com says:
    November 29, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous!!! I will have to try that some time! I have that fabric on my kitchen chairs and made a few throw pillows for my family room with the leftovers. Great pick!!!

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  13. Leigh Ann says:
    November 29, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    I likey very much! I have about 4 yards of this material and have yet to use it! Just might have to put it on some furniture!

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  14. JanShore says:
    November 29, 2011 at 5:10 pm

    Thanks for sharing this fabulous project. Appreciate the explaination about the pre-application coat of decoupage. I have wanted to do this sort of project but am always afraid how the fabric will dry…..yours looks great!!!

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  15. Twice Nice says:
    November 29, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    Holy Cow, that is AWESOME! Loved seeing the step by step process.
    Dev

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  16. . says:
    November 29, 2011 at 7:34 pm

    I am beyond in love with it!! The fabric is gorgeous…and the multi-paint color finish was the perfect choice!!!

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  17. Andrea says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    Wow, this is awesome! The colors are amazing. I am dying to try this now. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  18. Janet says:
    November 29, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    I definitely likey!! I'd been wondering how this might be accomplished; I have a plastic tray that was decoupaged with fabric. I can tell by the fraying edge after 35 years. Totally awesome.

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  19. Katalina Jewelry says:
    November 29, 2011 at 10:20 pm

    Awesome find and fabulous make-over! The new paint and fabric give that outdated piece an amazingly new and exciting life!

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  20. Brenda says:
    November 30, 2011 at 2:24 am

    It's chic and funky – love it!

    Reply
  21. Kellie @ My So Called Green Life says:
    November 30, 2011 at 10:23 am

    I am absolutely in love with this! Great job!

    Reply
  22. Toqua's Crafts says:
    November 30, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    Although this is not "my style" I think you did a wonderful job. What a great alternative for refinishing!

    Reply
  23. cheryl @ nefotlak. says:
    November 30, 2011 at 2:12 pm

    absolutely likey!
    this looks fantastic.
    job well done.
    c x.

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  24. pamb says:
    November 30, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    I love everything about this, from the desk style to the choice of fabric!! I want want want it!!! Thank you so much for doing it, and thank you for sharing it!!! I can't wait to try a version of my own!!! Where did you get the fabric?!?

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  25. Lisa @ Before Meets After says:
    November 30, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    WOW! I found you through Primitive & Proper and I have to say it's my favorite link this week. You did such an amazing job. Love the fabric!

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  26. Amy of The Salvage Collection says:
    November 30, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    wow! that fabric knocks my socks off!! great design eye!

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  27. TheCraftInMe says:
    November 30, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    What a treasure, the fabric gives a great pop!

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  28. onlineditto says:
    November 30, 2011 at 10:15 pm

    I do "likey", Kim. I "likey" very much. Here's the great part: I have an item that I've been wanting to treat in this fashion and last night, I picked up the best stack of remnants. Now that I've seen your results (I was worried about tackling it and making a mess) I think I'll give 'er a go! Thanks.
    Ditto

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  29. Upscale Downhome says:
    December 1, 2011 at 9:49 am

    I adore your desk and the choice of fabric is gorgeous. Now it's a project I might just have to try. Will share on FB and Twitter and now following your blog.

    Reply
  30. Julia @ 551Eastdesign says:
    December 1, 2011 at 8:53 pm

    I'm featuring this on my blog tomorrow! I love it!! Come by a grab a button. :)

    Reply
  31. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says:
    December 1, 2011 at 9:52 pm

    Featuring you and your desk tomorrow during STICKER TIME Part 2…Thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  32. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says:
    December 2, 2011 at 4:35 am

    Me no likey…Me LOVEY! Amazing, shamazing and Freakin' blazing!

    Reply
  33. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says:
    December 2, 2011 at 4:38 am

    Quick Question…What did you lay your fabric on when you decoupaged it before cutting it? I can't think of where to do that part!

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  34. Lastiques says:
    December 2, 2011 at 10:41 am

    LOVE IT! So unique! Awesome deal on the desk – and you are right about the pulls – sure can't find those today for less than you paid for the whole desk!! Great job!

    Reply
  35. Anonymous says:
    December 2, 2011 at 11:45 am

    I love the look with fabric and I love your choice. Well done!

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  36. Jennifer says:
    December 2, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    Featuring this today! What a fabulous transformation! Love the colors and pattern!
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

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  37. Meg and Mum's says:
    December 2, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    Far out brussel sprout! This is truly amazing! That fabric rocks. You've done a fantastic job, I want to try this. I'd love it if you'd share this over at my Saturday Splendour Party at http://www.megandmums.com :)

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  38. Pamma says:
    December 2, 2011 at 2:31 pm

    This is just gorgeous. Looks so Anthropologie like!
    Beautiful colors and love that fabric…and thanks for the mini tutorial…great tip about mod podging the fabric to keep from fraying.
    ~Pam
    pamspaintparlor.typepad.com

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  39. Multi Level Life says:
    December 2, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Amazing! Can't wait to show this to my daughter – might even inspire her to clean her room ;-) .

    Do you any any more photos of the actual process to share? Especially how you laid out the pattern so perfectly, and the trimming process. Thanks, thanks, thanks!
    Sara

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  40. {northern cottage} says:
    December 2, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    this is beyond gorgeous…your fabric choice and the different paint colors really pull it all together into one fabulous fabulous piece! well done!

    http://www.northerncottage.blogspot.com

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  41. One Purple Dandelion says:
    December 2, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    I'm blown away….this is so cute!

    Reply
  42. HeartVintageDesign says:
    December 2, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    I've got to try this!

    Reply
  43. Mandy says:
    December 2, 2011 at 8:56 pm

    Gorgeous!!! I'd love it if you linked it up to Project Queen's "Turning the Daunting into the Do-able" @ http://www.projectqueen.org

    I'm a new follower.

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  44. Petticoat Junktion says:
    December 2, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    I likey! I am so in love, I want it!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  45. K Soucy says:
    December 3, 2011 at 7:33 am

    Fantastic!! Wow, this is gorgeous…

    Reply
  46. shellyandrade says:
    December 3, 2011 at 8:04 am

    no… I LOVEY!!!!!

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  47. Sandi says:
    December 3, 2011 at 10:02 am

    Just stumbled across this post. Wow. Love. I redo old forgotten furniture too on occasion. This piece is wonderful. Great job.

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  48. patti west says:
    December 3, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    ohmygosh…just stopping by while out browsing and am so glad that I got to see this most unique, gorgeous piece!!! I love the fabric and think it would be so much fun to work at this desk. :) Excellent work!!

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  49. Junky Vagabond says:
    December 3, 2011 at 8:24 pm

    Nice redo! I have a desk with these pulls and they are fab!
    -Jill

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  50. Mary says:
    December 3, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    Oh, me REALLY likey. Absolutely stunning. And here I was just … sewing … with fabric. Silly me.

    Mary @ SeaQuilts

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  51. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops} says:
    December 4, 2011 at 1:11 am

    LOVE your desk! AMAZING!

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  52. Danielle says:
    December 4, 2011 at 5:12 am

    Just found your blog from your post on my site! LOVE it. This desk is beautiful. I've never decoupaged but you've inspired me to give it a try. I've also linked up to your party!

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  53. Sherry says:
    December 4, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    Very nice! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  54. Judy H says:
    December 4, 2011 at 10:32 pm

    wow, very pretty!! Thanks for the great "how-to" details!

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  55. Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants says:
    December 5, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    This is amazing!!!! Your fabric choice makes it perfect! Just love it!

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  56. Michell @ Girl In Air says:
    December 8, 2011 at 8:53 am

    Oh it's so so wonderful!! I'm gonna have to try this on a piece! Congrats on your AT feature:-)

    Reply
  57. Good Time Charlie says:
    December 8, 2011 at 6:09 pm

    I have so been wanting to try this with fabric. How did you know I wanted a tutorial on it! LOVE IT! Going to feature at my party tomorrow, thanks!

    Reply
  58. Rachael says:
    December 8, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    oh.my.word. I SO love it!

    Reply
  59. Joselyn @ The DIY Spot says:
    December 8, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    Breathtaking! I gasped at first sight. It is truly stunning and the fabric is beautiful Bookmarking this for future reference. Have to try it out for myself.

    Reply
  60. Jen Lossing, The Consigner Designer says:
    December 9, 2011 at 11:32 am

    This looks amazing! I saw you featured on Redoux and I just fell in love. Great Great job!

    Reply
  61. CJ - Juniper and Roses says:
    December 12, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    Thank you for sharing this – its amazing, the colours and fabric are fab – very inspiring.

    Reply
  62. April says:
    December 14, 2011 at 9:52 am

    Awesome Kim! I love it! It's so nice to see something differen on Furniture Feature Friday, I love this link party but it seems like so many of the projects all have the same style & even color! You've totally inspired me to try my own decoupage fabric project! Great fabric & color selection, you gave this desk so much character! By the way, I totally do the throwin elbows running to the front desk thing too! ….or I mean I would if I needed to. ; ) I'm signing up to follow your blog, I'd love to have you check out/follow my blog if you're interested. Thanks!

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  63. April says:
    December 14, 2011 at 9:52 am

    Awesome Kim! I love it! It's so nice to see something differen on Furniture Feature Friday, I love this link party but it seems like so many of the projects all have the same style & even color! You've totally inspired me to try my own decoupage fabric project! Great fabric & color selection, you gave this desk so much character! By the way, I totally do the throwin elbows running to the front desk thing too! ….or I mean I would if I needed to. ; ) I'm signing up to follow your blog, I'd love to have you check out/follow my blog if you're interested. Thanks!

    Reply
  64. Rachel {BubblyNatureCreations.com} says:
    December 30, 2011 at 11:42 pm

    Oh wow!!! I have seen desks like this and just passed them by… i think I need one now! great job!!!
    we are having a project party on my blog if you want to join.. http://www.bubblynaturecreations.com/2011/12/project-party-weekend-link-up-your.html

    Hope to see you there! Happy New Year!
    =Rachel

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  65. Buffie says:
    January 2, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    LOVE IT! Thanks so much for the post and your great pictures. You make it look so easy.

    Buffie
    http://papercuts4u.blogspot.com

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  66. somewhat quirky says:
    January 6, 2012 at 10:31 am

    Kim, I just love this desk. So much it inspired me to do this… which you can check out here. http://somewhatquirkydesign.blogspot.com/ Not sure about the appropriateness of inserting a link in a comment – just wanted you to see what you are inspiring!

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  67. Megan says:
    February 17, 2012 at 11:52 am

    What a stunning finished product! I love it.

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  68. Rachel says:
    April 27, 2012 at 1:19 am

    Love it – it looks fab! I have a really hideous flat packed MDF / veneer desk that I hate and would love to pretty up – could I do something similar? Don’t think I could sand it, could I just use primer?

    (I’m very jealous that you managed to get such an amazing desk so cheaply – we don’t get places like that in the UK!).

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    • Kim says:
      April 27, 2012 at 4:38 pm

      I know, I totally scored with that find!
      I bet you could prime it and decoupage it no problem- and I would love to see how it turns out

      Reply
  69. liz wilcher says:
    May 27, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    Wow! I have an old card catalog that I thought of painting or refinishing, but I love your decopage. Now I b
    need to find fabric or fabrics to use. Thanks!

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  70. Erin L says:
    July 13, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    I used adhesive fabric paper and used your desk as inspiration, thanks for sharing! Here’s mine! http://lyttlehouseinthesuburbs.blogspot.com/2012/07/so-i-have-this-desk-in-my-office-that.html

    Reply
  71. Faye (MacGIRLver) says:
    December 5, 2012 at 5:02 pm

    I love this, you did a great job!

    Reply
  72. Sunray says:
    December 9, 2012 at 8:21 am

    Fantastic Job! I have been playing a little with fabric decoupage myself and was wondering if you would share those tutorials? I am having a problem with the decoupage medium feeling just a little tacky on the wood, looonngg after it is completely dry. I have tons of fabric remnants and lots of ideas (thanks to all you other crafters), so I really want to keep trying.

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    • Kim says:
      December 9, 2012 at 12:36 pm

      Hmmm, are you decoupaging fabric onto the wood? I did one coat of decoupage on the front of the fabric and let that completely dry before decoupaging it onto the wood. It definitely dried hard and not tacky at all. For that desk I used the Decoart Decoupage in matte. I honestly haven’t done any other decoupage/fabric/wood projects. You should check with Amy over at Mod Podge Rocks, she is the decoupage queen!
      Hope that helps and good luck!
      http://modpodgerocksblog.com/

      Reply
  73. Linda Leyble says:
    January 25, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    Hi Kim – what a fabuous project. I have been looking into this for awhile – and I love what you have done!! I’ve put burlpa on furniture and wainscoting, did faix leather inserts for furniture – but not the fabric thing yet!

    You had to put the Mod Podge on the fabric first before you put it on the desk? It also looks like you took off the finish on the drawers before you put the fabirc on. Can you let me know? Sometimes, I am putting my instructions down on my blog in a hurry and I leave bits out!

    Great project – very creative!

    Linda

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    • Kim says:
      January 25, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      Yup, I stripped the desk to remove the finish. I also painted the fabric and let it dry before cutting to prevent fraying. Thought I had included that info, but woops!

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  74. Desiree @ Shoppe Dezi Lu says:
    April 14, 2013 at 11:20 pm

    ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!! I love to decoupage, but have never tried it with fabric. I’ve GOT TO do this! :)

    Reply
  75. Cindy @ sunsetcoasting.blogspot.com says:
    May 5, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    I must say, you made could use of all that time on your hands. Love the fabric idea and will steal it now! Cindy

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