Modern Jewelry Armoire Makover

How to take an antique looking jewelry armoire and give it a modern makeover. "Modern" solutions to store jewelry are difficult to find and expensive. This is an inexpensive and easy alternative.

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Step 1: Get a classic looking jewelry armoire

Take an antique jewelry armoire, you can normally can find one at a thrift shop or craigslist. Mine was given to us by a friend (ours was missing a mirror on the inside top lid).

dingbatqueen says: Nov 24, 2011. 3:25 PM

Personally, I'd never ruin an authentic piece of antique furniture for a project like this. You'd be better off to build it yourself and then paint it. This particular piece of furniture reminds me of the one that they sell at CVS for $39.99. They always have a good supply of them at Christmastime. If, instead, you did this to an actual antique just because it was missing a mirror, I wouldn't be happy about it. But hey, it's not my money. I think this would look pretty awesome if you painted the piece black and used a cool blue, magenta or even a white decal. Regardless, it's a good idea and your results look great. Thanks for the photos!

jmassiatte says: Mar 26, 2010. 6:04 PM

what website did u get the decal from?

Maurilio66 (author) in reply to jmassiatteMar 27, 2010. 1:34 PM

misterdecal.com, although you can find other places who carry it by searching google "audrey hepburn decal"

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scoochmaroo says: Mar 17, 2010. 11:08 AM

This is great.
On your next project - make sure to take pictures while you're painting and transferring. Or whatever it is you're doing. More pictures! :D

Maurilio66 (author) in reply to scoochmarooMar 17, 2010. 2:31 PM

Thanks! I'll do that next time. This was my first time posting a project and realized I hadn't taken picures once it was too late...but next time I'l document it better.

jmassiatte in reply to Maurilio66Mar 26, 2010. 5:45 PM

what website did u get the pic from?

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scoochmaroo in reply to Maurilio66Mar 17, 2010. 2:45 PM

I totally get it. I was impressed by the quality of your first project here, and want to encourage you to make even more!!!
I look forward to seeing them :)

linkyta says: Mar 26, 2010. 2:38 PM

I want it I want it I want it!!!!!!!!!!

Lola1974 says: Mar 25, 2010. 8:11 AM

Looks so hot! I bet a Monroe one would look just as great!

elladan99 says: Mar 20, 2010. 9:55 AM

hi, great 'ible!:) how big is your decal and much did it cost?

Maurilio66 (author) in reply to elladan99Mar 20, 2010. 3:54 PM

it measures 14" wide x 22" tall...cost US $15.99 plus shipping..

StoryAddict says: Mar 20, 2010. 9:08 AM

Fantastic! Love it.

DIYDragon says: Mar 19, 2010. 9:32 AM

ohhh sweet! Might have to try this with something. Looks pretty awesome. : D

roccopeterbilt says: Mar 18, 2010. 11:53 PM

Great job, my sister would love it. Could you tell us where we might find a similar decal. That picture works so well with the overall look.

Maurilio66 (author) in reply to roccopeterbiltMar 19, 2010. 7:58 AM

I googled "audrey hepburn decal" and found several sites. I used misterdecal.com, because they specifically listed the dimensions of the decal and I was able to compare it to the size of my furniture piece.

AuntieRobyn says: Mar 18, 2010. 12:58 PM

I LOVE this instructable! I want to go out and find an old armoire so I can make this.

lenalandmine says: Mar 18, 2010. 12:53 PM

This came out *beautifully*. I especially love that just a hint of the decal continues on to the side. This adds great interest to the piece. Love love love. :]

sewmysoul says: Mar 18, 2010. 5:05 AM

I love the way the armoire came out but the two hardest steps have to pictures making it hard to do the project.

Maurilio66 (author) in reply to sewmysoulMar 18, 2010. 11:30 AM

I realize I don't have picturse for that. I apologize but this is my first project and to be honest I didn't know I was going to post this when I did the project. I hope the lack of photos doesnt discourage anyone from tyring this. I don't think photos of those final steps would have helped anyone too much. I just simply painted with spray paint (white primer first, then high gloss white) like you would anything else. Careful to use smooth even strokes. As I am a novice it took me longer than it should take most. But I simly applied a coat, let dry, and repeated. The decal was also pretty simple. I just lined up the decal. Once the positioning looked good, I removed the backing and starting from the top I slowly pressed it on to the wood. Please feel free to ask my any questions...

cerealkiller76 says: Mar 18, 2010. 11:07 AM

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Maurilio66 (author) in reply to cerealkiller76Mar 18, 2010. 11:18 AM

Easy there...Not trying to keep any "big secret" or become famous. I did describe the painting..if you are referring to the actual image of Audrey Hepburn, that is the decal. Step Five mentions that. I just simply purchsed a decal online and applied it. Any decal you buy online will come with instructions on how to apply.