Raffia Tables

I have been thinking about raffia wrapped tables lately. I love all things tactile and this one looks like it could be a great DIY. Recently, I was in West Elm and saw this one up close. 

West Elm

I think the pattern adds more interest to the straight lines of the desk. Tables that have curves are more appealing when it is a solid raffia.

Source ?

This one is nice with the gold feet added.

Mecox Gardens

I love the nailheads added to this piece. 

Century Furniture

You wouldn't need to use real nailheads. Simple thumb tacks would probably work just as well.

Here is a real vintage one. I just love how every curve is covered. 

1st dibs

The detail of the raffia is not lost under the lacquer finish.

I think this is my favorite one. It has curves and a touch of gold banding at the bottom.

1st dibs

This one has both high gloss and a raffia top

Oomph

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Me & Mrs. Jones [Blog Love]

OK, there is no other way to say it...I wish I could paint like Me & Mrs. Jones! It is one of the first blogs I stumbled across....a long time ago. I have been in awe over her techniques from day one. What type of painted finishes? So glad you asked....Old World Charm...layer by layer. For example


This "after"

Started like this

Close up...the depth of color and layers are impressive!

Me & Mrs. Jones (this piece)





How about this beauty

And the close-up

Me & Mrs. Jones (this piece)

You can't get this from an aerosol can.


My current obsession favorite; from this

Layer, layer

More layers

To this

The "Tah Dah"

Me & Mrs. Jones (this piece)

To read all about this transformation, go here. About a year ago, I painted my china hutch. I am not happy with the finish, it just looks flat (photo to come later this month). When I saw this finish, although I could not do THIS...I did send Stephanie (Mrs. Jones) an email asking for advice. Well, she was so kind and gave me all sorts of tips to add a bit of depth to my piece. I am finally getting around to the make-over. I hope to share the pictures soon. Thank you, Stephanie for taking the time!