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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.

Chocolate Silverware Chest


Who doesn't love chocolate? :)


This vintage silverware chest was commissioned to be updated in a rich dark chocolate.


It is double decker with loads of storage.


After it was wiped clean with a green spray cleaner and soft cloth 


2 coats of Fusion Mineral Paint's chocolate.


It was lightly sanded then Fusion Mineral Paint black wax added for an ever richer dark brown.


See nightstands in chocolate, this vintage desk, this sweet doll bed , this custom dining table and this mens valet

Check out the cute puppy in the background, she is Lexi, the Frenchie

All sides are painted making it pretty from any direction.




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