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I knew when I came across this little chest, I knew that it could be super cute with a little paint and some extra molding to balance out the chest.
I got some cheap 6 in pine board and wrapped that around the bottom to cover up those little stubby legs. I also had to remove some little molding on the sides so I didn’t have gaps when I put on the molding – so those were removed, cut down and then put back on.
Then I cleaned, primed and painted (ultra white by Valspar)
Because this chest was so plain, I decided to add a little stenciled # for a little somthin’ somthin’. I just cut the number with my cricut, traced it and then painted in the lines.
I also love rope handles, so any chance I have to use them im gonna :) I had a rope that was nice and big so I just drilled some big holes in the chest, tied a few knots and then I have me a super cute rope handle. I love the “beachy” vibe that it gives the chest.
I distressed the entire chest, gave it a coat of poly and called it good.
I LOVE the way this chest turned out – if I hadn’t of already posted it for sale before I finished it on my Sweet Pickins site I would have kept it for myself, but I already had a list of people that wanted it :( It matches perfect with my house and im sure I could have found a spot for it…oh well…
AND – this chest could be used in so many spots. As a bench for taking off your shoes, at the end of a bed, as a coffee table, a side table, a toy chest or even as a nightstand. So cute…
BUT – luckily for me this chest has simple lines and would be so easy to build. So I think I just might make one for the end of my bed 
I'm just a semi- regular girl that cant get enough of decorating and then re-decorating! Painting my house and then re-painting my house! Not to mention all the DIY projects, my furniture refinishing business and my family that supports me along the way. 
So cute! Love the number detail. Just curious, how did you decide on 74?
Oh yeah, that is so cool! Huge improvement and I love it!
Everything about trunk that is fantastic!
That is just awesome! The rope handle is so cool!
Beautiful makeover!!! It looks awesome!!!
Okay, I picked my lower jaw off the floor and all I have to say is WOW!
That's really beautiful! I love it!
Oh, I have furniture envy. That would look so cute in my living room! :)
Great job! Love the rope detail and the number.
Wow! I love it!!!
Absolutely incredible!!! I'm speechless! : )
M.L.
Wow what a makeover! Love it!
Add me to the list of people who want it!! ;)
I know what you mean on wanting to keep such a great piece. I get sad until I see the joy of the new owner! Love the rope and your great redo!
SO clever! I love the rope handle..what a brilliant idea!
Wow, this is such an amazing transformation! I love it! =D
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It turned out super cute! Great job. :)
Very cute.
I LOVE the makeover you did with this! I have my Grandma's old cedar chest, which is VERY similar to this…it needs to be re-finished. You gave me some inspiration, thank you!