Friday, September 9, 2011

For the future castle

I used photos of some better quality mini furniture for inspiration. They had a lot of carving and I don't carve. So I embossed some metal sheeting instead to give the effect of carved wood.
I added pieces to trim the arms of the throne and then painted everything dark brown. I added some antiquing gel to give a woodgrained effect.
The armoire got Tudor style feet and new skirting. I think both pieces turned out pretty well - especially since I was only using materials I had on hand.
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8 comments:

  1. KathiSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I like the idea of embossing. Your cabinet and chair look great!

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  2. Mindy MaxSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    That is a lovely idea! They turned out very rich looking. I love them!

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  3. DeSeptember 10, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Thank you, ladies! Sometimes you just have to improvise to get the look you want. That's why mini making is so fun. :)

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  4. dalesdreamsSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    De this is fabulous!

    I've been perusing your blog and I have to say, you are one of the busiest ladies I know! :)

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  5. Brandy WilcoxenSeptember 11, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I'm so looking forward to the castle coming together!

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  6. DeSeptember 11, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Thank you, Dale and Brandy! I'm having fun - now to find that castle...

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  7. MiniMakerSeptember 11, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Great idea, De! Very clever, as usual!

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  8. DeSeptember 11, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Thanks, Gaye!

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