Vintage Green— Queen Anne Dresser
Just when I thought I couldn’t possibly discover yet another green that I love, along comes BAYBERRY on this antique Queen Anne dresser! Honestly, how many greens can there be?! For those who follow my portfolio, you’ll clearly see that green is a favourite of mine! Just when I think I’ve painted with all the green colours a girl can paint with, another one comes along—or I custom mix my own for even another one! But honestly—Bayberry (in my humble opinion) is undoubtedly the most perfectly perfect vintage green! So perfect, I plan to transform our kitchen cupboards with it and incorporate it into our vintage Airstream remodel this winter!
Antique Queen Anne Dresser
My first QUEEN ANNE Antique Dresser SCORE! Despite missing a hardware drop-pull and a broken leg, there was no hesitation when this lovely popped up in my Marketplace feed! I have been aching for a dresser with such deliciously curvy front legs! I didn’t mess around with this purchase— in fact when I showed up at the sellers door at exactly 4pm when I told her I’d be there, she said “WOW, you just might be the most punctual person ever! It’s exactly 4 o’clock!” I was NOT taking any chances with this one I tell ya! I HAD to have her, and I was most certainly going to arrive on time to get her!
Queen Anne Antique Dresser here, folks! The first I’ve found in 7 years of flipping furniture! Despite some damage, I didn’t hesitate to scoop up this rare piece. Now transformed in what I believe is the most perfectly perfect vintage green, she’s truly one of a kind. With glaze and wax, I added depth and dimension, and finished her with two solid oak Queen Anne legs and new matching hardware. Of course, her drawer sides are decoupaged too—because every girl deserves a little extra pretty! I see this beauty in an entryway, topped with a vintage frame or ornate antique brass mirror. She’s ready for her next chapter and sure to make a charming statement in your home or cottage.
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Fusion Mineral Paint / ReDesign with Prima
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- Removed hardware — Knowing that I would have to replace, given one drop pull was unfortunately missing; tucked away for another flip another day
- Removed and replaced Queen Anne Legs — The right leg was sadly broken, and although I could have considered a BONDO mold repair, I so very much wanted to stain (not paint) these lovely legs, thus I scoured the web and after much deliberation found a wonderful Canadian woodworker to purchase new SOLID OAK ones from
- Repaired Drawers — The bottoms were sliding out, but such an easy fix folks; all she needed was a few furniture nails
Lightly sanded down body and drawers — In preparation for paint application; 80, 120 grit hand sander - Heavily sanded down top — In preparation for stain application; 80, 120, 220 grit orbital sander
- Thoroughly vacuumed and washed — Necessary preparation for any and all furniture restorations
- Applied 2 coats of Fusion Mineral Paint in the colour Bayberry to the body and drawers— A deep muted olive green, Bayberry is perfectly vintage, it’s stunning on its own or as part of a natural palette
- After 24 hours, applied 1 coat of Fusion Mineral Paint Antiquing Glaze to the body and drawers— For desired depth and dimension; sponge application / lint-free rag wipe
- After 24 hours, lightly sanded the body and drawers— Wasn’t overly pleased with how the glaze dried, thus decided to slightly distress before giving wax a try; 120 grit hand sander
- After 24 hours, applied 2 coats of Fusion Mineral Paint Ageing Wax to the body and drawers— For even more desired depth and dimension; brush application / lint-free rag wipe
- Applied Minwax stain, and poly products in the colour Provincial to the top and legs— For a two-toned exposed wood transformation; lint-free rag application
- Decoupaged drawer-sides with Re-Design with Prima’s Dark Floral decoupage tissue paper ~ A lovely pattern that I felt paired so nicely with this transformation
- Applied Wise Owl Paint Furniture Salve in the scent Lemon Verbena to the interior drawers and sides ~ For a much needed drink, and a delightful scent; lint free rag application
- Selected, purchased and installed new Queen Anne Plate Handles & Knobs ~ From Lee Valley; was elated to have found an actual Queen Anne set for my Queen Anne dresser
One-Hour / One-on-One / $80
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With all my heart and hands
This project was a reminder of why I love furniture refinishing: the thrill of uncovering hidden potential, the joy of experimenting with finishes, and the satisfaction of bringing a rare piece back to life. Transforming this antique Queen Anne Dresser challenged me to think creatively, work patiently, and trust the process of layering glaze, wax, and paint to achieve the depth and dimension I envisioned.
If you’re tackling a project with a piece that feels a little worn or damaged, my advice is simple: don’t be afraid to take a chance. With care and creativity, even the most imperfect pieces can shine in unexpected ways. Trust your instincts, and remember—it’s all about finding the beauty in the imperfections.
I couldn’t be more thrilled with how this dresser turned out. It’s bold, elegant, and full of vintage charm—just as I imagined. If you’ve got a piece waiting for a second chance, let this inspire you to get started. After all, every piece has a story to tell, and with a little love and effort, it can be ready for its next chapter.
I’m so pleased with how this dresser turned out—it’s a perfect blend of elegance and character, ready for its next chapter. Do you have a piece you’ve been meaning to tackle? I’d love to hear about your creative plans. Until next time, keep finding joy in the little things that make your space your own.
Faye Caroline
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