Comments on: before & after: nikki’s trunk

By: jamieofalltrades

jamieofalltrades — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:08:09 +0000

I have a trunk like this and need to do that same. Thanks for the inspiration!

By: viola

viola — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:50:31 +0000

Why do we have this need to ‘clean stuff up.’ The trunk has character and tells a tale. It’s all been sanitised by a tacky characterless fabric.

By: erin Ferucci

erin Ferucci — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:42:05 +0000

I loved the country flower bouquets. They were unique, chic, and classy, but yet still felt slightly country, yet non-intimidating. I also loved seeing john robshaw’s new linens! well done!

By: Design Clique

Design Clique — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:41:33 +0000

What an amazing transformation. The trunk looks great and what a fun textile choice for the lining!

By: Paula Grace

Paula Grace — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 03:06:37 +0000

Love it! I really like this series in general. It promotes recycling, which I do with clients furnishings they no longer need or want. Very green. Very nice.

By: Tommy Bahama Bedding

Tommy Bahama Bedding — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:57:57 +0000

Really great job – I love the fabric she chose :)

By: Estelle

Estelle — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:45:38 +0000

Well Done! I had a bit of a freak out when I saw the ‘during’ photo and thought to myself, “Oh no! She’s going to paint that beautiful trunk”, but the surprise was well worth it. Respectfully restored and with a quirky detail on the inside. :) I cant wait to see what more things you do.

By: Chic Maps by Nikki

Chic Maps by Nikki — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:50:30 +0000

I’m so glad you all like the trunk! I got so many of your inquiries about the process I used that I just posted a blog that has a step by step tutorial! Let me know what you think and when you’re all done refinishing yours I’d love to see them!!! http://chicmapsbynikki.blogspot.com

By: Carole

Carole — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:45:56 +0000

Reminds me of the trunks I used to find at barn sales. I got my first one for $25, and painstakingly refurbished it. The second one I never got around to working on, and ended up selling it to someone else.

Great piece!

By: Jen G

Jen G — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 18:43:02 +0000

what a beautiful trunk! that’s a great find and I love the ‘hidden gem’ on the inside – that fabric is so vibrant and lovely!