Margaret's Dresser
In the late 1990s, I had an amazing boss, Margaret C. After a year as her assistant, she moved from Director of Research at McREL in Denver to a new role in Washington, D.C Before leaving, she generously gifted me a narrow four-d dresser, known as Margaret's Dresser. Dating back to the 1940s, it needed restoration, which I began to learn. Now I cherish it for years to come. Thank you, Margaret, for being a mentor and friend; I think of you each time I admire the dresser.
Before
Not bad at all--it definitely had good bones and was in great shape. But it needed some TLC and a redo to bring some life to
Drawer Details
Transfers add special detail to the drawer sides.
Undercoat/Primer
Every great paint job begins with a fresh coat of primer. After a thorough cleaning and sanding, the process is finally underway.
Finished Restoration
Isn't she beautiful? Like this was the look she needed all along.
Cleaning Up the Hardware
Period hardware pieces just need a fresh cleaning!