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Simply Distressed 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 It's a solid wood, tabletop magazine rack that was very outdated but had tons of potential to be modernized.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 introductory 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 Maybe a piece you have is a tad outdated?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.

POP-UP MARKET ITEM // ✨❤️‍🔥It’s been a minute (aka several years) since I’ve showcased my work at a market, and I am SO ...
09/12/2026

POP-UP MARKET ITEM // ✨❤️‍🔥

It’s been a minute (aka several years) since I’ve showcased my work at a market, and I am SO pleased to announce that I’ll be a vendor at the greely good market on Sunday October 4th from 10AM-3PM.

Over the last couple of months, I’ve slowly added unique pieces to my inventory that will be available for purchase on market day, and this three tiered solid wood table will be one of them.

There will be well over 100+ vendors, it’s outdoors and in such a beautiful area of the City. There is ample parking, food vendors and something for everyone and all budgets. Come window shop or find an item at one of the local vendor stands that you can’t find anywhere else.

Hope to see you there. ♥️
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FOR SALE // 🌙🌑dimensions & price below.These impressively oversized bedside tables each offer a drawer, cabinet and larg...
08/30/2026

FOR SALE // 🌙🌑

dimensions & price below.

These impressively oversized bedside tables each offer a drawer, cabinet and large surface space for all items of importance for your nightly routine. 😌 The top drawer is perfectly curved adding depth and the shaker cabinet style adds so much character.

▪️paint color: ‘Ash’ by Fusion Mineral Paint
▪️top surface: whitewash in ‘Algonquin’ by Fusion Mineral Paint
▪️sealer: ‘Clear Satin’ by Minwax Canada
▪️brushes: Staalmeester ®
▪️hardware: Amazon Canada

📏 dimensions: 28”W x 18”D x 26”H (height with backing: 32”H)
💸 price: $750.00
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FOR SALE // 🥝💚dimensions + price below.These true, imperfect mid-century bedside tables have come a long way and I’m hap...
08/12/2026

FOR SALE // 🥝💚

dimensions + price below.

These true, imperfect mid-century bedside tables have come a long way and I’m happy to finally share them!

Each table was was fully stripped, sanded, filled, painted, lined, and lastly, sealed. The drawers and full interiors have been refreshed with a lemony salve, the wood was extremely dry so this helps with bringing the wood back to health.

They offer matching top surfaces, a perfect little shelf/nook which showcases a pop of modern wallpaper; perfect to place books, jewelry, glasses, etc. It has a small, lined drawer and a large door for any larger items to store bigger belongings. Lots of storage space for not being oversized!

🚨Note: these were VERY well loved before I worked on them; they are in true refinished condition and my price reflects this.

dimensions: 18.5W x 13.5D x 26.5H
price: $350.00

color: ‘Major Green’ by Fusion
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FOR SALE // ✨✨price + dimensions below.One of my best gals gifted me this vintage table from her late grandmothers furni...
07/10/2026

FOR SALE // ✨✨

price + dimensions below.

One of my best gals gifted me this vintage table from her late grandmothers furnishings! She told me to do whatever I wanted with it, so I figured I would have my hand at some hand painted folk furniture design.

The beauty of these types of details? They are unique and are to not be perfect. I had SO much fun bringing some vibrant character to this piece and it won’t be the last of this style from me.

I hope you also find the charm in these details and visualize just how fun refinishing furniture can be.

dimensions: 16”W x 12”D x 25”H
price: $280.00
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FOR SALE // ❤️‍🔥✨price & dimensions below.This four drawer, FULL of character dresser (or entryway console, TV stand, ba...
07/05/2026

FOR SALE // ❤️‍🔥✨

price & dimensions below.

This four drawer, FULL of character dresser (or entryway console, TV stand, bathroom vanity, etc.) was restored to its natural beauty.

It had a dark mahogany/cherry finish when I purchased it and didn’t know what to expect when stripping it back. I must say that its grain is ✨stunning✨. It needed the proper TLC to make it really stand out.

Stripped, sanded, washed, whitewashed, sealed and staged - this was my process for this piece using some of my favorite brands.

📐dimensions: 18”D x 40”W x 30.25”H
💵price: $470.00
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07/05/2026

FOR SALE // ❤️‍🔥✨

price & dimensions below.

This four drawer, FULL of character dresser (or entryway console, TV stand, bathroom vanity, etc.) was restored to its natural beauty.

It had a dark mahogany/cherry finish when I purchased it and didn’t know what to expect when stripping it back. I must say that its grain is ✨stunning✨. It needed the proper TLC to make it really stand out.

Stripped, sanded, washed, whitewashed, sealed and staged - this was my process for this piece using some of my favorite brands.

📐dimensions: 18”D x 40”W x 30.25”H
💵price: $470.00
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CUSTOM ORDER // 🌾✨ These solid Gibbard bedside tables complete the bedroom set I’ve been chipping away at for my client,...
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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CUSTOM ORDER // 🌱Talk about Spring FRESH. This Gibbard dresser has gone full glam and I seriously couldn’t be happier wi...
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:

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