Map Drawers with a Twist!

As I mentioned in my previous post, I bought a chest of drawers at my local flea market last weekend.

Although they were very solid and well made, they had been rather neglected in their lifetime. The original finish was gone and the wood seemed very dry.

I decided their best remedy was paint. I used a good quality emulsion paint in a cream colour and gave the carcase (and knobs) two coats. I left the drawer fronts for another treatment...

When dry, I used a coloured beeswax to seal the paint finish and protect it from knocks.

I then moved onto the drawer fronts. I thought I'd use an old Bartholomews map to cover them...

The English Lakes have a special place in my heart, as it is where hubby proposed to me! This area of Great Britain is very varied in its landscape, so I thought the map would be an interesting feature on the drawers.

I carefully stuck the map down and trimmed the edges flush with the drawer fronts.

It was then just a case of fixing the drawer knobs back in place.

I like the waxed finish, as it gives a warm antique look which ties in with the old map.

Its a great little piece for a study or hallway...

I'll be taking it to the shop tomorrow.

Friday is my shop's 1st anniversary - Don't forget if you happen to be passing, I shall be serving tea and cakes to celebrate!

Niki x
PS: Thank you to Gill for the mention on her blog.