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Classic Black Antique China Cabinet

  Does anyone have china dishes anymore? Is it still a thing? Years ago, when I got married, it was all about picking your china pattern and creating a gift registry for the pieces you needed. My pattern was called Chelsea by Royal Doulton, and it was a soft muted floral.
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Classic Black and Floral Bread Box

Usually my bread boxes are classically simple but for this hand crafted beauty I went with classic black with a bold floral design.



This hand crafted solid oak bread box was scored at a local thrift shop. As always the first step is to scrub thoroughly inside and out with Dixie Belle white lightning cleaner then rinse well and towel dry. I then leave for a day to be sure all is dry, a light sanding with a Dixie Belle sanding sponge then wiped with damp cloth and dried once more.


I chose anchor a classic black in the Dixie Belle silk mineral paint line. I used the small oval Dixie Belle synthetic brush to brush on 2 coats top, bottom and all sides.

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And of course over the roll top door moving it as I went to get in all the creases. Once the two coats were dry, I used the Dixie Belle sanding sponge to smooth the paint and lightly distress the edges to give a rustic feel to the bread box.


Once dry I like to let the silk paint paint cure for a day or two before adding a transfer. I chose the  floral romance Dixie Belle transfer. Cut out the pieces you want to use and place where you want. On the roll top door I used an exacto knife to slice the transfer between the slats.


Once all were in place, I sealed all the transfers with clear Dixie Belle's best dang wax. I apply my wax with a dedicated Dixie Belle best dang brush which makes the job super fast. 


To refresh the inside I applied Dixie Belle Big Mama’s Butta with another dedicated Dixie Belle best dang brush. Wipe away excess like the clear wax and this beauty is ready to serve.


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Painting all sides makes it viewable from any direction.



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Links to the Dixie Belle products are for your convenience. My affiliation with this company does not increase prices on your end, your purchases via my links do however provide a small subsidy which allows me to keep providing these free tutorials. Thank you!

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  1. Alexandra EyeLoveKnotsMay 28, 2022 4:19 PM

    Wow, the flowers really pop so nicely against the black background!

    Alexandra
    EyeLoveKnots.com
    OnRockwoodLane.com

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  2. Kristie from Love My Little CottageJune 05, 2022 10:14 AM

    It looks hand painted. Transfers are fabulous!

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  3. Niki - Life as a LEO WifeAugust 13, 2022 12:16 PM

    This is beautiful! I'm going to have to be on the lookout for bread boxes at the thrift store now! I found your blog over on Home Matters Linky Party, & I’d love to have you come over & share on Crafty Creators Link Party. It’s open every week from Thursdays at 6am thru Mondays at 11:59pm. While you’re there, you can also share on Happiness is Homemade, open Sundays thru Mondays usually, but I’ve opened it early today. It’s shared across 7 blogs.
    Hope to see you there!
    Niki | LifeasaLEOWife.com
    (LEO- law enforcement officer)

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    1. Creative MomentsAugust 13, 2022 6:36 PM

      Thank you Niki, I will try and remember to pop over on Thursday!! cheers

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  4. AnonymousAugust 19, 2022 11:07 AM

    Everything you upcycle has your signature touch. I always love seeing your latest creation!
    Hugs,
    Rachelle

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    1. Creative MomentsAugust 19, 2022 1:28 PM

      Thank you as always Rachelle, you really made my day!! Glad to have you stop by again :)

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  5. Niki - Life as a LEO WifeAugust 21, 2022 7:44 PM

    I'll be featuring your post on Thursday's Crafty Creators! If you stop by and let me know if you're following me on social media and which one, I'll set you up for a feature there as well! You can also stop by and grab your "I was featured" button to display on your blog. Hope to see more of your creative posts!

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    1. Creative MomentsAugust 22, 2022 9:33 AM

      Thanks Niki I appreciate that and will try and stop by ASAP

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