Little Tea Pot Frame

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.

This solid wood frame was custom called to match a cute wooden tote a customer purchased. This fresh color update is perfect to bring in spring.

The before was ok but really needed a makeover.

Step one ; take out art work, scrape off gunky crud off the top, scrub well with warm soapy water and Fusion TSP Alternative. Once dry lightly sand the frame smooth.