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From Gilded to Grounded: A Standing Jewelry Armoire's Dark Moody Transformation

Sometimes, a "bright and airy" makeover just doesn’t fit the vibe. I found this standing jewelry armoire after it had already been given a white and gold facelift by someone else, but it felt a bit too "glam" for many people. I knew it had the potential to be something much more sophisticated, mysterious, and—of course— moody . In this tutorial, I’m taking you through the process of retaining some of the previous DIY and layering on a deep, velvety dark green finish. We’ll be leaning into those shadows, highlighting the unique curved silhouette. Whether you're looking to tone down a piece that's "too bright" or you're ready to embrace the dark academia aesthetic, here is how I turned a high-contrast piece into a seamless, moody masterpiece.

corner accent table for sale - SOLD

I painted this sturdy little solid wood corner accent table my signature blue, distressed and glazed. Sealed with 2 coats of wax for protection. It is now ready to go to a new home. The dimensions are 28 1/2 " high and the rounded front measures 20". It will add a pop of color in any home.
below a close up of the top, the color is truer in the above photo

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