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Refinishing Kitchen Countertops?
petiteprovisionsco replied to petiteprovisionsco's topic in General Mini Talk
It's the only Bespaq furniture I have (mostly not to my taste, either) but since it was a gift (and an expensive one at that), I really don't want to accidentally destroy it, so I think I just need to stick with masking off the cabinets and just painting the countertops. Emily, you're right, I don't think the glass would come out, either, and that would be a nightmare to paint around. If it was a cheap set, I'd definitely try the orange goo and go for it, but better safe than sorry in this case. 😁 So... just the countertops it is! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with this! -
Refinishing Kitchen Countertops?
petiteprovisionsco replied to petiteprovisionsco's topic in General Mini Talk
Thank you, Emily, I will absolutely check those out later today! I guess "messing up" isn't as catastrophic as I was making it out in my head, lol. Have you ever painted the cabinets themselves on one of these types of sets? The paint job is mediocre at best, but I really don't relish the idea of trying to sand it down with all those decorative elements just to re-paint. Kinda thinking on that part, at least, I should leave well enough alone. But I'm picky, so I'm thinking about doing it anyways... -
Refinishing Kitchen Countertops?
petiteprovisionsco replied to petiteprovisionsco's topic in General Mini Talk
Thanks, Holly! I will practice first, for sure. 😁 -
Refinishing Kitchen Countertops?
petiteprovisionsco replied to petiteprovisionsco's topic in General Mini Talk
Hi Holly! Thanks so much for your response, and for validating my desire to fix those aspects of it! 😂 I actually watched a few videos on YouTube on getting a marble effect, and your advice is spot on. Any recommendations for a primer for this particular application? As for the seams, thank you for the suggestion on the joint compound. It just looks so sloppy to have so many gaps, so I think I just need to get over my fear of messing it all up and go for it. I also don't like the current hardware, so maybe I'll throw caution to the wind and replace those, too. If it's not a complete disaster, I'll share the end results. 😁 -
Hi all, it's been a minute since I've been on the forums! I was gifted "Julia's Kitchen" in white by Bespaq several years ago (see attached product photo from the vendor, Manhattan Dollhouse) and it has been sitting in a box ever since I moved. I decided this week that it was high time that I make a kitchen roombox with it, but I'm stuck on a few problems and would love any advice from anyone with experience! I don't have anything installed yet. - I really don't like the "marble" top on the counters. I already tried covering it with printed marble (https://www.paperdollminiatures.com/2014/04/easy-faux-marble-countertops.html) but because of the beveled edges of the countertop and the odd shape of the island, I can't make it work. I know these Bespaq pieces were quite expensive, so I'm really afraid to experiment on them and mess them up. I was considering re-painting them, but I feel like that's risky. Any thoughts? - Secondly, it bothers me to see the "seams" between each cabinet piece on the countertops. Does anyone have any suggestions for filling those gaps? Again, terrified of ruining them. 😂 Overall, I love the look of the set but there are definitely some things I'd like to improve, so any thoughts would be much appreciated. Thank you!
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
Thank you so much! -
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
That's exactly how I feel about it, too! I just kind of gaze inside it and feel calmer. -
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
Thank you! I'm planning to try a koi pond at some point in the near future, too. -
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
Yep! I was surprised, lol! I just spent a LOT of time looking at photos. :) -
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
Thank you! I love all the color possibilities orchids offer! -
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petiteprovisionsco commented on petiteprovisionsco's gallery image in Members' Gallery
Thank you so much! He was my first attempt at sculpting a bird, so I'm very pleased with the result! -
I used a Pier 1 Daisy Terrarium to create my miniature conservatory, filled with tropical plants and flowers, a fountain with koi and a scarlet macaw on a perch.
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From the album: Conservatory
Cymbidium orchids made with Mary Kinloch's laser cut sheets.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Parlor palm made with Mary Kinloch's laser cut sheets.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Cymbidium orchids made with Mary Kinloch's laser cut sheets.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Handsculpted polymer clay scarlet macaw with real feathers and flocking.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Closeup of handsculpted polymer clay scarlet macaw.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Closeup of polymer clay koi fish in fountain.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Exotic plants and flowers in the conservatory.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Cymbidium orchids made from Mary Kinloch's laser cut sheets.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Handmade miniature fountain - polymer clay and resin plus paper flowers and polymer clay koi.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Handmade miniature fountain.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Handmade miniature fountain with paper water lilies and lily pads and polymer clay koi. Center of fountain is a fairy garden miniature and water effects were created with resin.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Exterior shot of conservatory made with Pier 1 Daisy Terrarium.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
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From the album: Conservatory
Exterior shot of conservatory made with Pier 1 Daisy Terrarium.© © 2019 Erika Pitera | The Petite Provisions Co.
