My aunt & uncle love to yard sale, and they are always on the look out for things for me.  They brought me this desk one day, and I thought it was perfect for my small space and love how it closes up to hide all the mess!

the top was pretty scratched up & had “rings” from drinks being set on it.  I decided to just paint the outside “shell” grey, and then sand and stain the rest.  I distressed the grey just a little, and then sealed the whole thing with satin varathane.

I just lightly sanded the inside, and gave it a new top coat for protection.

Of course I had to replace the shiny brass knob for a cute new one from Pier 1 – love my new desk!!