Trolley Table Upcycle with Reverse Image Transfer...

DIY Painted furniture and reverse transfer images

Meet my 'Trolley' table rescue turned French Country Upcycle.

Here's the before photo.

It was destined for the rubbish pile.

But I just loved the circular design.

And I knew I could upcycle it to fit my decor.

The top level detail bars were missing.

So I used a filler to plug the holes.

Squeeze filler into holes.

Then scrape over with a knife.

Once dry sand lightly.

Then using chalk paint (I chose 'Pure White')...

give the table two coats.

After a few days drying time,

we are ready to transfer a reverse image onto the top of the table.

Use scissors to cut around the image.

To apply the transfer using Mod Podge.

1: Brush the mod podge onto the printed side of the reversed image label.

(there are plenty of these available free via Pinterest - just search 'reversed images')
2: Smooth it onto the surface gently pushing out air pockets.

3: Then leave it to dry for 24 hours.

4: After 24 hours, wet the paper of the transfer with a sponge or cloth.

Then 'carefully' rub to roll the paper layers off.

Note: Mod Podge is available from most craft and stationery stores in New Zealand.
Or you can buy via Amazon.

To brighten the chrome - gently rub down with a steelwool pad.
The final step to the Trolley Table Upcycle is to coat the table with a coat of wax.

Viola! I'm loving this transformation.

This table is movable and the perfect size for a side table.

It has created a new favourite spot to sit in my chair
and journal in the sun.

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