I’m excited about this spring fling in the form of a garden themed dresser!
Before – yikes!
The first thing that you have to understand is that any remaining chippy paint is going to leave a texture on the surface of this vintage dresser if you just paint over it.
In addition, whatever you put over that remaining paint may ultimately chip off as well. The adherence of your final paint layer is only as good as the adherence of what is under it.
So I used my orbital sander and a 120 grit paper to remove as much of the chipping paint as I could knowing that the remaining bits of paint would add some texture to my piece.
I started with an undercoat of two green paint shades of Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint, Kudzu and Mint Julep.
In the end, I decided to paint the inside drawers in the Mint Julep as well.
And I’m so glad I did because it adds the prettiest pop of color when you open the doors.
But before I got to that, I painted two coats of Dixie Belle’s Drop Cloth over the exterior. Drop Cloth is a warm off-white.
Then I added one of my absolute favorite Iron Orchid Designs transfers to the front of the piece.
To read more about this piece, click here!
What colors coordinate with Mint Julep?
Mint Julep is such a soft, fresh green that it pairs beautifully with a variety of colors depending on the vibe you’re going for. Neutrals like creams, whites, and warm beiges create a clean, airy feel, while earthy tones such as soft browns, taupes, or warm greys give a cozy, grounded look. For a soft, spring-inspired palette, complementary pastels like blush pink, soft peach, or lavender work really well. If you want Mint Julep to stand out as a focal color, deeper accents like charcoal, navy, or rich chocolate make it pop. It’s a super versatile shade that can go from fresh and light to rich and dramatic depending on the colors you pair it with.