Upcycled Sewing Machine Storage Cabinet

What secrets does this overhauled sewing machine cabinet hold???

The back looks normal.........

Ahhhh!  I created a storage box inside the cabinet where the "guts" used to be.  I used an old aluminum catering tray and some old square yardsticks surround the opening.  I created a faux label that adorns the inside of the top lid.

But there's more!....

The secret compartment is the old sewing storage drawer.  I also created a shelf inside to utilize all that space better.  I modified some ornate molding/trim to make a nice front edge for the shelf.

Now, to back up a bit.  After gutting the old components (broken), I made some small repairs and prepped the surface for the first coats of paint.  I used Annie Sloan chalk paint on this project first starting with Arles Orange in two coats over the whole piece.  Next I laid on two coats of ASCP in the color Florence (my new favorite).  After all the painting, I wet sanded all the detail in for the distressing phase.  I used one of those 3M green scouring thin pads.  They are my new best friends.  Lastly, I waxed it with clear and dark Annie Sloan wax and then buffed.  Now it's ready for a new home and on the market!

These custom items, along with my other creations, are available in the GadgetSponge Etsy Shopand at Timeline Antiques in Shreveport, LA!