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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.
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Metal Garden Angel Makeover

 


My metal garden stake angels needed a makeover badly after years of use. Luckily I have allot of products on hand to do just that. The end result was a bright new whimsical look.


First I taped off the face. I spray painted a made for metal base coat on the angel bodies in bright blue.


Daffodil Dixie Belle Terra Clay Paint was painted on the flowers with malachite Terra Clay Paint in the center.

Sun kissed Dixie Belle silk mineral paint was painted on the faces/hands and umber silk mineral paint for the hair.

Dixie Belle Gilding Wax in gold was rubbed on the halos, around the cut out stars on the dresses and along the dress hem.

I used a sharpie to draw on the eyes and noses.

Then to seal it all on, a couple coats of Dixie Belle Gator Hide were brushed on.


These angels are now ready to be on display again in my garden.

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  1. Life Of 2 SnowbirdsJune 22, 2023 6:22 AM

    The makeover was fantastic! Your little angels look good as new. I will be going out now to refresh my metal decorations!

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    1. Creative MomentsJune 30, 2023 3:36 PM

      thank you for the kind words, glad to inspire too :)

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  2. Vintage Style GalJune 23, 2023 7:19 AM

    I enjoy making over items we already have here at our home, saves money, and gets the creative juices flowing! These angels look terrific.

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    1. Creative MomentsJune 30, 2023 3:36 PM

      Thank you VSG, I appreciate your kind words and agree on reviving things we have ;)

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  3. SlabsJune 30, 2023 1:31 PM

    A fantastic and beautiful makeover.
    Thank you from your SSPS Team and Esme for sharing your various links with us at #267 SSPS Linky. Happy weekend to you

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    1. Creative MomentsJune 30, 2023 3:37 PM

      Thanks Slabs, happy long w/e to you as well. Thanks for the kind words

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