So if you have been following for a while, you may remember the red dresser I had big plans for. It looked like this. 
It’s a table that has been in our family for three generations and is very special to me. I knew I wanted to keep it in my son’s room as I transformed it into a big boy room. When I stumble upon Kristine’s cabinet makeover at The Painted Hive I knew I wanted to do something similar. Here is a look at her gorgeous cabinet. 
I ended up finding these at World Market and was really happy with their aged look. The decorative part reminded me a bit of a compass rose as well. Perfect. 
At first I painted the dresser brown . . . and it was AWFUL. I found the second paint color and fell in love. When I take my two year old to Home Depot the only thing that really buys me some time is giving him one of the Mickey Mouse ear paint chips. That’s when I discovered “Galaxy Black”. I had them match the color and fill a sample jar for me. That’s all it took for two coats on the dresser. It’s actually a black that has a great deal of blue and green in it, so it appears to be a dark navy/black color. I used a map of Italy {actually a piece of wrapping paper!} which holds special meaning to me. Thanks to a little bit of mod podge the dresser is now finished! 
I think I might take advantage of the brown layer underneath and sand some of the edges. As of now, it’s the only element of our little man’s big boy room. I will tackle the rest of it after the holidays. Here is a an idea of where we are going with it. 
The ABC print is from couture prints and I am loving it. Just not ready to admit my baby is ready for a big boy bed! Linking it Up: Monday: Keeping it Simple Tuesday: House of Grace My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia Friday: The Shabby Nest Remodelaholic Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Miss Mustard Seed Saturday: A Little Lovely Sunday: Under the Table and Dreaming
10/10 Courtney! This is an excellent transformation, and it looks so sophisticated and stylish. Love that you've repurposed a piece of furniture that has sentimental value, it makes it even more special. Absolutely gorgeous!!
Wow! What a great makeover! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
That map on the top just makes it. It is fantastic and has me thinking that something (*anything*) in my house is in need of a similar makeover…(c: Happy Thanksgiving!
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So creative, and I love that the entire piece holds special meaning to you and your family. I know the room will be so cute!
Oh wow that dresser turned out incredible! It is def one of those pieces that makes a room!
Luvs!
Such a fabulous makeover! I saw The painted Hives makeover and loved it too. Great job!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.
Londen
You'd never know that the dresser was red and then brown- it looks great black. I think a little distressing would be a nice touch if you decide to do that. What a fun idea to add that map paper to the top! I like your idea board for the room too. I'm making an alphabet board for James' room, but I like your print better! They grow up too fast . . .
It turned out awesome! I love the map print on the top. Smart idea getting a sample jar too!
You did such a great job, girl! I agree with Megan, it's great black! And the knob choice was great, too. The ABC print is adorable, can't wait to see it all come together (:
That looks really, really good! The map is perfect, as are the knobs. Don't you love having a sentimental piece…and now in your boy's room? Your mood board is great too! How'd you make that?!?
That is so great! I love the plans for your big boy room! I cried when we disassembled the cribs from my boys' rooms… but seeing them grow into the big boy rooms is fun too.
oh i love your rendition of kristine's table! it looks fabulous!
Wonderful makeover. I love the map on top! Did you have any problems with the paper wrinkling when you mod podged?
Hey there! I just really wanted to tell you that I decided to feature this nighstand on my blog tomorrow! Stop by at about 10am to check it out!!
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I love the transformation. I receieved a blue night stand which looks similiar to this, and I am going to use your finished product as inspiration! It is going in my son's train themed room 🙂
Oh, it looks so good. Your son will probably grow up with a huge desire to go to Italy;-)
Great color too, and the size kept the whole project under control. Don't you just love that Mod Podge? Thanks for sharing, love it.
This is a really great redo! Love it!
That is classic and will be a piece you will cherish for years to come.
Take care,
Lisa
That came out awesome! Really classy – Great job!
LOVE this! Great job! The map is adorable and those knobs are perfect. Can't wait to see where the room goes… the mood board is great!
Wow–love the change…..gives me ideas!
FAN-stinkin-TASTIC!!! Love it!
Hi, The nightstand looks amazing! I absolutely love the galaxy black color (and the name just sounds cool)! Could you tell me the brand name so I can find it a bit easier at Home Depot, please? And I had no idea Home Depot would do a sample jar. I hope they do that at mine. My husband is going to kill me if I buy another 30 dollar gallon of paint! 😉 Thanks so much!
Also, I nearly chocked on my soda with excitement over your foyer table that you put the map on top. I have been checking Craig's List free section for something similar ever since, but no go…people have smartened up and are beginning to sell what others consider junk nowadays, and for a pretty hefty price, too! Maybe I'll get lucky, but until then I have found this miniature beauty below for just some chump change! She calls it an end table but says it's quite large. My husband needs this badly for his man cave, and I plan on doing the map thing using the Galaxy Black 😉 Only problem is the lady was a bit flaky when I called and asked to come and get it – she practically hung up on me telling me she'd call me later after she checked her "schedule." Maybe her boss was coming or something, not sure, but she was definitely strange. lol At any rate, I got my fingers crossed that I can get this! Check it out:
http://daytona.craigslist.org/fuo/4139027539.html