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Repurposing the unwanted, one piece at a time. Instagram: Simply Distressed = full-time passion, part-time labour. Thank you!
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It began a couple of years ago when I purchased my first piece of furniture to refinish for $5.00 online. It's a solid wood, tabletop magazine rack that was very outdated but had tons of potential to be modernized. Once completed, it looked entirely different; new and beautiful. I knew from that point that I wanted to work on more pieces to see where it would take me. Shortly after, I took an intr

oductory workshop which taught me the basics of working with chalk paint, light and dark waxes, and their possibilities. Now, I experiment on my own, and gained confidence in selling small to medium sized home decor items to collectors of distressed pieces. More recently, I've decided to work with individuals looking for pieces of their own that need to be brought back to life. Maybe a piece you have is a tad outdated? Or it needs new color and finishing? That's where I would come in to help out. I know it's difficult to part ways with items which is why this service is meaningful. Mistakes, trial and error, and of course, hours of frustration have all been a part of this process and I'm sure there will be more of this in the future. Not everything will go as planned, which is all part of this learning experience! I've met wonderful people along the way. I sincerely look forward to gaining new customers, and hoping to have previous buyers return for other pieces of interest.

06/05/2026

CUSTOM ORDER // 🌾✨

These solid Gibbard bedside tables complete the bedroom set I’ve been chipping away at for my client, Sandy. All pieces belonged to her late mother. She didn’t know whether to sell, keep or refinish them. Needless to say, refinishing is the option she chose and she’s so happy that she did. 💖

All items will be in a guest bedroom offering guests ample storage space, a sense of calmness due to the color palette and coziness. I love the shape of the legs, the solid color choice and the new hardware - perfect for any season, and easy to add different bedding, decor colors to as well.

Being trusted with sentimental items (big or small) gives me a lot of reassurance and motivation to continue to take on commissioned work, as well as refinishing in general. It is the biggest compliment I can receive as a refinisher!
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04/25/2026

CUSTOM ORDER // 🌱

Talk about Spring FRESH. This Gibbard dresser has gone full glam and I seriously couldn’t be happier with its look. She’s earthy, she’s neutral, she’s smooooth, she’s perfect.

Not pictured: matching mirror
Next up: the matching bedside tables

few deets:

▪️paint: Acadia Pear & Champlain
▪️sealer: Satin
▪️brushes:
▪️salve:
▪️hardware:

03/19/2026

CUSTOM ORDER // 🌷

This Gibbard headboard got a proper refresh just in time for Spring! It belonged to my clients late mother and it will be set up in a guest bedroom.

That buttery smooth, sheer finish and timeless colour will set a calm tone, but also allow bold colours/patterns to be easily used.

Next up: I’ll be working on the matching dresser!

painted in: “Champlain” by Fusion
sealer: “Satin” by Minwax Polycrylic
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11/10/2025

FOR SALE // ✨

details below.

In my spare time, I worked on this bedroom set, I’ve been working on it since September (!!!). I had no clue where I was going with it. I stripped each item down to bare wood, hated how the stain appeared, then took a break out of frustration (lol), BUT it led me to making it truly timeless.

French provincial furniture will always remind me of Beauty and the Beast. It’s so perfectly detailed, you can’t help but be in awe of the craftsmanship that exists so rarely in today’s world.

I hope you enjoy this set as much as I do. 🤞🏼♥️

• colour: ‘Elmwood’
• sealer & gilding wax : ‘Satin’, ‘Bronze’
• brushes:

💸 $1,800.00 (selling as a set ONLY)
📍 pickup in Findlay Creek
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09/24/2025

SOLD // 🌿🪴

price + dimensions below.

There’s just *something* about cute, vintage tables like this. They’re simple, but somehow full of character - and I think that’s why I love them so much.

This table has a Parisian charm to it. Its green tone has a lot of depth to it; it is earthy and grounded but neutral enough to make it a long lasting addition to any home.

📐 - 24”W x 15”D x 31”H
🎨 - ‘Everett’ by
🚗 - local delivery in Ottawa available ($)
💸 - $115.00
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07/21/2025

SOLD // 🌾🤍

price + dimensions below.

I looooove me some true ArtDeco with a cascading top surface - and this four drawer beauty perfectly fits the mould.

This piece was washed and sanded followed by three coats of ‘Everett’ by and double sealed with clear coat sealer. The hardware is original, but the brass detailing got a simple clean, polish and finished with a brass gilding wax to bring it back to life.

All drawers are fully functional. They have been lathered with a lemon salve - this helps bring the wood back to its natural hydration and ease of opening and closing.

📐 dimensions: 29 1/4”W x 17”D x 43”H
💰 price: $320.00
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06/25/2025

SOLD // 🤎🤎

price & dimension below.

This solid wood, ornate hutch has been given a second chance at life. It is a classic piece that will offer tons of storage space in a dining room, bedroom, or possibly an oversized entryway.

I washed, sanded, painted and sealed the hutch by hand using nothing but professional grade products and brushes (thank you to ).

The brass hardware is original. All pieces were boiled, polished and hand painted with an antique finish. I love the look of the hardware as it fully compliments the hutch without overpowering the rest of my vision.

The deets:

💸 $615.00
📏 70”W x 19”D x 30”H
🎨 “Umber” by
📍pickup ONLY in Findlay Creek
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01/22/2025

NOT FOR SALE // ♥️♥️

This mid century, four drawer dresser has been restored to what I think and hope my grandparents would love, it was theirs. Anytime I refinished something new and had a visit with my grandmother, she was always in awe of how beautiful furniture could be with a bit of TLC and she always complimented my work. She dabbled in painting herself, mostly on canvas but she had an eye for art throughout her lifetime.

It took some convincing for my mom to keep this one, but I’m very pleased to know that she gave in and decided to replace a different dresser in her home with this one. I always say this, but some things are just not meant to be sold and this happens to fall in that category.

I washed, sanded, stained, and painted highlighted pieces of this dresser to complete its look, followed by three coats of poly. The drawers (inside and out) were lathered with a lemon salve to rehydrate the wood and have everything smelling fresh!

Stain color: Dark Walnut by
Paint color: Coal Black by
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11/29/2024

CUSTOM ORDER // 🖤🤎

This vintage cabinet took a classy turn, it went from drab to fab, and has become a statement piece that can stay in my clients family for years to come!

It was in very good condition to begin with! It got regular refinishing treatment - sanding, washing, three coats of paint, three coats of sealer and soon enough it was ready for pictures.

Thank you Lisa for reaching out and allowing me to work on your grandmothers item! I hope she loves it when she sees it at Christmas. 🎄🥹

paint: Coal Black by
sealer: Satin by
hardware finish: Bronze by
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