This dresser needs a MAKE-UNDER?! Can I make it beautiful? The Ugly Duckling Challenge 🦆

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024

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  • @deborahpacheco2799
    @deborahpacheco2799 Рік тому +17

    When my cousin was engaged, she bought old furniture to refinish. I helped her strip layers of old paint from a dresser that had a curved front similar to yours. When we got it stripped down, we found it was mahogany wood & had been stored in a warehouse in Savannah, GA in 1904.

  • @vickimontemayor3262
    @vickimontemayor3262 Рік тому +40

    I’m 75 and have painted lots of furniture when younger. When I saw that lavender shimmer with glass I was sure glad it wasn’t me redoing this piece of furniture. You did an awesome job. It is beautiful and classy. Soon as my new studio is completed I’m getting back to painting furniture after a long illness. I’m excited after watching you bring the dresser back to life. But I definitely won’t be tackling a piece like your ugly duckling. Thanks for your inspiration.!💕😃👍

    • @roswithakeil7619
      @roswithakeil7619 Рік тому +2

      You did a great job even I prefer this dresser with less flowers.. ❤

    • @valeriegirard4798
      @valeriegirard4798 8 місяців тому

      ❤❤❤

    • @ArnoldZiffle-jw2mv
      @ArnoldZiffle-jw2mv 8 місяців тому +1

      👍Vicki best wishes to you as you get back to working on furniture.

  • @Lake1ism
    @Lake1ism Рік тому +18

    Man I sympathized with ALL the prep, trial and error. You did an exemplary job. You really showed GREAT strength and honored your commitment so beautifully. You are a warrior. Thank you for your work ! Lots of Love, Amanda

  • @patriciaeccleston9738
    @patriciaeccleston9738 Рік тому +4

    Beautiful transformation!

  • @jackieostrander9667
    @jackieostrander9667 Рік тому +1

    When you are removing the old finish on the sides, wouldn't it be easier to tip the furniture over? Less stress on your back and arms. I figured out the blocks on the drawers. Maybe it was to prevent pinched fingers.

  • @DesertDIY
    @DesertDIY Рік тому +8

    Amy you are such a pro! Your ugly duckling was definitely the ugliest of all the ducklings to begin with and i was so worried that glass wouldnt come off. You are so talented and highly skilled. Look at how amazing it turned out. I love everything about it. Thank you so much for joining in on the challenge. Its a stunner!

  • @joiverson6720
    @joiverson6720 Рік тому +97

    Maybe the blocks to keep the drawers from closing all the way was to keep the little princess from smashing fingers?

    • @NitrosMom074
      @NitrosMom074 Рік тому +10

      I thought exactly the same thing!

    • @mog-gyveroneill2500
      @mog-gyveroneill2500 Рік тому +20

      ..but decided crushed glass was ok was for the lil gal!😂

    • @giseleafecheoficial
      @giseleafecheoficial Рік тому +3

      And the glass was put there to make little princess cut her fingers?

    • @Aubergine1941
      @Aubergine1941 Рік тому +3

      I thought the same thing. They wanted to prevent a little one from hurting him/herself.
      The glass was covered with glue. Probably didn't cut.

    • @amberburch35
      @amberburch35 Рік тому

      @@NitrosMom074😊😊😊😊😊

  • @lindap9079
    @lindap9079 Рік тому +13

    This is probably the most transformed transformation ever. I applaud your perseverance. I don't know how anyone could sell (maybe give away, but not sell) a dresser in such awful condition. Again, good for you to see the vision through to its beautiful conclusion.

  • @kathleenbeccue3783
    @kathleenbeccue3783 Рік тому +1

    Your patience and persistence are legen....wait for it....dary!

  • @JoLanda-q2f
    @JoLanda-q2f Рік тому +13

    Oh gosh! I was feeling stressed out just watching you clean this dresser up. I would have thrown it out to the curb. But you stuck with it. You truly are a furniture artist! Your awesome 😎 thanks for sharing - including the difficult ones. Shows us not to give up. 😅

  • @LoriM222
    @LoriM222 Рік тому +16

    The way this dresser started off to what it looks like now is a night and day difference! Really good job and for me, the transfers are the star! Nice color choices along with the transfers! 💜

    • @FlipItFurniture
      @FlipItFurniture  Рік тому +2

      Thank you! I agree, the transfer is sooo pretty 😍

    • @LoriM222
      @LoriM222 Рік тому +1

      @@FlipItFurniture You're welcome 💜

  • @marshachappell9753
    @marshachappell9753 Рік тому +1

    Bless your heart!!!

  • @DM-pi8jj
    @DM-pi8jj 9 місяців тому +8

    Wow! What a transformation! I admire your perseverance, that prep was SO much work! Turned out beautiful :)

  • @suet.r.4815
    @suet.r.4815 Рік тому +7

    That poor thing already had an extreme makeover! This is a revision! 😂

  • @susan3037
    @susan3037 Рік тому +2

    I felt your pain all through this video! Your hard work paid off. Great job!

  • @dougbelcastro6127
    @dougbelcastro6127 Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous!

  • @caractax.3110
    @caractax.3110 Рік тому +1

    What a beauty 👏🤩💕

  • @susanstancliff2937
    @susanstancliff2937 9 місяців тому +3

    Shows what patience can do! It’s beautiful! It’s also interesting how paint can turn out looking different after it’s dried. The flowers are such a beautiful addition to the painted piece. The top does look like butter, so smooth!

  • @sherryjones255
    @sherryjones255 Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous!❤

  • @mariaabreu9085
    @mariaabreu9085 Рік тому +2

    You are right, the top finishing is flawless and the green colour is regal and rich; beautiful.

  • @brendaalbaugh8927
    @brendaalbaugh8927 Рік тому +1

    Much work but very nice payoff! Very pretty thanks

  • @rethamoore4282
    @rethamoore4282 7 місяців тому

    You are the first one to call out liars and I thank you! I can't tell you how many times i have got scammed by someone telling me , " just like new" and " just needs a tiny bit of love " ! Then you have lost your money and have a piece of crap disguised as a treasure ! Thanks for letting me know im NOT the only one out there that trust people when they shouldn't.

  • @karentracey9948
    @karentracey9948 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow!!! Fantastic ❤

  • @ericasimonson8737
    @ericasimonson8737 Рік тому +1

    We're liveaboards and sometimes crack drawers to allow warm air in to prevent mold and mildew 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @annettemalaski1967
    @annettemalaski1967 Рік тому +1

    Wonder choice of colors and application's! Looks very foresty!

  • @user-ep9lh8fl7q
    @user-ep9lh8fl7q Рік тому

    Oh my!!!! How beautiful you made this ❤

  • @emmsue1053
    @emmsue1053 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the amazing rescue. A stunning piece of furniture given the class it deserves! Goes to show it isnt as easy as it first appears, you have talent!!

  • @nancyanneberg403
    @nancyanneberg403 Рік тому +2

    I feel your blood,sweat and tears in those weeks of work. Worth every bit. Came out strong and clear beauty. Thank you for not flossing over the hard work and decisions.

  • @dianapaventi
    @dianapaventi Рік тому +3

    Such a fantastic transformation!!!! You are very talented. I love how you transformed this hot mess of an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan!

  • @oreobenavidez953
    @oreobenavidez953 Рік тому

    Omg!! That's a lot of work especially removing the glass stone's I was where is the darn mouse sander lol you did an amazing job love it

  • @natalieelisabeth5767
    @natalieelisabeth5767 Рік тому +4

    Never in my life- the glass. Omg, the glass. Girl, I don’t know how you didn’t Hulk out on this piece! Let me start off by saying, this piece is absolutely stunning now! But, your perseverance should win you this on it’s own. I kinda felt watching you do this, that it really got to the essence, imo, of what it often takes to really pull of these transformations. In my experience, there’s more times then not when a piece throws you a curve a ball (although this takes the cake😂) and trying different things without giving up is everything. How you brainstormed on getting that glass off was awesome. Great work!!

  • @scrappingrrl
    @scrappingrrl Рік тому +1

    Stunning results! Lots of hard work.

  • @hsepulveda1
    @hsepulveda1 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely STUNNING!!!

  • @seviregis7441
    @seviregis7441 11 місяців тому +1

    It’s a really beautiful piece of furniture and I’m glad that you highlighted the details

  • @thetipsyrabbit5758
    @thetipsyrabbit5758 Рік тому

    Wow you took a dump worthy piece and made it beautiful!

  • @ellenkelley8416
    @ellenkelley8416 Рік тому +1

    Wow. What a beautiful transformation. Not an ugly duckling any longer. Thanks for sharing.

  • @MrsJax304
    @MrsJax304 Рік тому +2

    Amy this is astounding. Your perseverance really paid off on this dresser. It’s gorgeous.

  • @SarahKingsleyHaussman
    @SarahKingsleyHaussman Рік тому +4

    I absolutely love this peace you have recreated.
    The teal is stunning brings life into a room and it goes great with literally any colors.

  • @lindabunce5133
    @lindabunce5133 Рік тому +1

    OMG....it was truely an ugly duckling. I cannot imagine anyone even trying to sell it. That transfer made a huge difference. The entire dresser came out wonderful.

  • @cassandrasuzannelalonde4758
    @cassandrasuzannelalonde4758 Рік тому +1

    When the going gets tough, the tough get going! You did it girl.

  • @seviregis7441
    @seviregis7441 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow, what a beautiful transformation

  • @JPJPJPJP
    @JPJPJPJP Рік тому +2

    This is so pretty I could cry❤

  • @cjfromtexas3954
    @cjfromtexas3954 Рік тому +1

    l really enjoyed watching how you fixed the problems. And it turned out Gorgeous!

  • @curiouscreations3000
    @curiouscreations3000 11 місяців тому +1

    Best make over on a junk piece ever!!!! My goodness i didn't think you could pull it off, but you did!!!❤

  • @clairemillette4645
    @clairemillette4645 Рік тому +1

    Quelle patience vous avez, felicitation madame tout un travail bien fait 👍👍👍🥰

  • @sharonbland9061
    @sharonbland9061 Рік тому +2

    Phew, i bet your pleased you finally finished it. It looks amazing. So much hard work, i think i would of given up on those draws.

  • @albarosas
    @albarosas Рік тому +1

    Amazing transformation. Congratulations! It has recovered its dignity.

  • @louisewood9157
    @louisewood9157 Рік тому +1

    Wow. Just...wow. What an incredible transformation! Your hard work and vision paid off.

  • @teresitasequeira6621
    @teresitasequeira6621 Рік тому +1

    Espectacular!!! Valió la pena todo el trabajo, ése verde quedó fantástico!!!

  • @pattio.656
    @pattio.656 Рік тому +1

    Kudos to you for Winning the battle of the BEAST!! It’s now Beautiful 😍

  • @kristinaginorio1344
    @kristinaginorio1344 Рік тому +1

    SO much work!!! And I truly appreciate your opinions about particular products. Also, your using up what you had on hand. Excellent.

  • @rhondadavis1483
    @rhondadavis1483 Рік тому +1

    Just beautiful! Wow I would’ve given up with that glass! Gorgeous 🥰

  • @redesignedbynina
    @redesignedbynina Рік тому +2

    Oh wooow... The title of this video should be "My own ODYSSEY" 🤯 And before has nothing to do with the after 😍 It took a lot of time but you made it look awesome! Well done! It's a winner to me 😊

  • @coinkydink3984
    @coinkydink3984 Рік тому +3

    The only reasons I can think that the drawers don't close is either they made a plant stand out of the dresser, drawers and all... or they used it as a cattery, a place for cats to climb on and sleep in. 😸

  • @shawndelaney9311
    @shawndelaney9311 Рік тому +1

    Wow wow wow! That one definitely gave you a run for your $. But you stuck it out and it came out beautiful! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mollieforbes652
    @mollieforbes652 Рік тому +1

    That is gorgeous! Well worth all the time and effort you spent!

  • @teresacathey8189
    @teresacathey8189 Рік тому +1

    Hello Amy. You did such an amazing job on this dresser. It’s do beautiful!! You did it!!😮😮🥰🥰🥰

  • @marynellessen8790
    @marynellessen8790 10 місяців тому +1

    What a project!!! You turned a nightmare piece into a beautiful, desirable piece ❤

  • @stellaroseboutique
    @stellaroseboutique Рік тому +3

    You nailed it! My neighbor does glass mosaics and used the broken glass in a lot of pieces she makes. She said that is is an Apoxy Resin Pour that is poured over top of the glass which is why it is so hard to get it off.

    • @bridgettbenson6830
      @bridgettbenson6830 Рік тому +1

      Apoxy wouldn't of came off like this I think they tried to do what ur friend says but didn't apoxy over it leaving it all sharp n not smooth like it should be.

  • @jakimcmurdo4810
    @jakimcmurdo4810 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely stunning 👌😁🇬🇧❤️

  • @dearcatharine
    @dearcatharine Рік тому +1

    GIRLFREN !!! What an incredible transformation...Just gorgeous.

  • @kristiedeanda5787
    @kristiedeanda5787 Рік тому +1

    Amy, you're such an amazingly gifted artist!! You are what I aspire to be!

  • @dochubbell
    @dochubbell Рік тому +2

    in two words : Beautifully done. The dark green at first made me cringe, but it all worked out with the addition of the transfers.

  • @helengillikin1048
    @helengillikin1048 Рік тому +1

    I had a dresser similar to that and the finish was antiqued. It was yellowish, Off white, and gold trim on the drawers. I stripped it to say it's was a nightmare . Good job! Looks good.

  • @sophiachristo7546
    @sophiachristo7546 Рік тому +1

    It's definitely a piece that can win this challenge! Amazing transformation! Good luck! Thanks so much for sharing

  • @lovelyshirl
    @lovelyshirl Рік тому +1

    Wow! You put in soooooo much hard work on this piece! All that dogged prep work 😲 It paid off though - the finished piece looks beautiful ❤

  • @OwlingDogDesign
    @OwlingDogDesign Рік тому +1

    Wow! All the credit in the world for seeing that through! It truly is a TRANSFORMATION! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @TheShizNat
    @TheShizNat Рік тому +1

    The gilding wax was the cherry on top!❤

  • @thekraftycreech
    @thekraftycreech Рік тому +2

    Wow!! You really pushed through that hot mess!! Great tips with the transfers! It turned out BEAUTIFULLY!!! ❤❤❤

  • @tmoore421
    @tmoore421 9 місяців тому +1

    Love the colors you chose for this. The florals were a perfect addition.

  • @barbarabrand190
    @barbarabrand190 11 днів тому

    The construction adaptions, the colors, and style of dresser make me think it was modified for a disabled child who wouks slam drawers, get thier fingers caught, or had trouble opening the drawers. You did a beautiful job and saved it from the landfill.

  • @CarolHewett-ug2cw
    @CarolHewett-ug2cw 5 місяців тому

    Never would I have thought that dark green and dark brown would work but WOW. It's beautiful. I hope you get compensated for that enormous amount of prep work. I've learned so much from your channel. Thx.

  • @JJ33438
    @JJ33438 Рік тому +1

    now that is incredible. what a beauty. I would love that vanity. you did a magnificent job!

  • @emjayacorn
    @emjayacorn 5 місяців тому

    That prep..you deserve a trophy lol. It's beautiful.

  • @carolinedubose5136
    @carolinedubose5136 7 місяців тому

    What a beautiful transformation!!! The color is gorgeous with the transfers!! Awesome job!!

  • @toddylu6869
    @toddylu6869 Рік тому +1

    Bless you for completing this crazy project.

  • @julivee9505
    @julivee9505 Рік тому +3

    I've just gotten to the part with removing crushed glass. Thumbs up just for having to deal with that!

  • @rileyoftheweak8310
    @rileyoftheweak8310 10 місяців тому +1

    I know you had very hard time. Your patience has redone this dress very elegant. I ❤it. Wood design glued on excellent touch and the flowers 🌹. Good luck with the Dresser

  • @lauriederome3888
    @lauriederome3888 Рік тому +1

    This is absolutely beautiful! Amazing job. It looks regal and chic.

  • @annabellachan1579
    @annabellachan1579 Рік тому +1

    Oh my gosh! What a nightmare but so worth it. This is absolutely gorgeous! Love the green with the florals. Great job!

  • @lynnpierce2464
    @lynnpierce2464 Рік тому +1

    You have created beauty. This is a shining jewel!💕

  • @kimhough7753
    @kimhough7753 Рік тому +1

    Wow Amy!! It’s gorgeous! A ton of work but it is stunning! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @lorriewhite7886
    @lorriewhite7886 9 місяців тому +1

    That is a STUNNING redo! LOVE those transfers!

  • @bfayehenry2867
    @bfayehenry2867 3 місяці тому

    Truley an incredible makeover. You persevered and DID THAT!

  • @TerriLRL
    @TerriLRL Рік тому +1

    I love how you stuck with it! The piece came out beautifully ❤

  • @vm5610
    @vm5610 Рік тому +1

    That is so gorgeous! I love the deep rich colors.

  • @tada8092
    @tada8092 Рік тому +1

    Another tasteful, elegant and labor intensive ugly duckling to a swan with sparkle and shine save. Informative and 😋 😊❤

  • @VioletJoy
    @VioletJoy Рік тому +1

    I wonder if Goo Gone would have helped with removing the glue. That's what I would have tried.
    I love that shade of green. It's a statement piece!!

  • @tinny8482
    @tinny8482 Рік тому +4

    Beautiful job!

  • @lisachiboroski9930
    @lisachiboroski9930 Рік тому +1

    Wow. What a transformation! Gorgeous job! 🎉❤

  • @hewelinevieira1408
    @hewelinevieira1408 Рік тому

    You did it wonderfully! From an ugly duckling to a ✨Royal Swan✨👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @kimchamberlain1108
    @kimchamberlain1108 Рік тому +1

    Awesome finish 💚🤎 All your hard work definitely paid off 😍

  • @margaritafierrodeperez4404
    @margaritafierrodeperez4404 Рік тому

    Bravo!!! Hermoso trabajo

  • @shellbellexx3
    @shellbellexx3 9 місяців тому

    You took something that most would’ve been like “NOPE” and made it so gorgeous. I reminds me of a very old oil painting of flowers 😍😍 in the best way possible . The pulls are perfect and the green you chose is such a nice deep rich green. This piece could go with a few styles , dark academia, Victorian, eclectic and a few others. Just a beautiful piece ❤👏🏻👏🏻

  • @kitfranzman4860
    @kitfranzman4860 Рік тому +1

    Can't imagine what is on those embellishments. Great idea to remove them and start over with Wood U Bend. The glitter looked like it was in glue.
    Turned out beautiful

    • @FlipItFurniture
      @FlipItFurniture  Рік тому

      Thank you!
      The glitter was in glue🤦‍♀️ it was a mess

  • @angishiflett4452
    @angishiflett4452 Рік тому +1

    So gorgeous! I really want to try those transfers. Maybe one day I’ll be able to afford them. 😊

  • @MaureenTheTemp
    @MaureenTheTemp Рік тому

    Holy cow, the final result looks like a million bucks!!! Can't believe the transformation!!

  • @ritameza2961
    @ritameza2961 Рік тому +1

    Love that green and the flowers❤

  • @chareast9997
    @chareast9997 7 місяців тому

    great job. the transfers give it just the right finishing touch

  • @marilynweist2645
    @marilynweist2645 Рік тому +1

    You are so great at what you do! This piece gave you a heartache but it turned out great! Love it! ❤