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Vintage dressing table (solid wood is easier to work with) Mouse sander Sanding sheets 80 grit through to 400 grit Varnish stripper Lead testing kit Mask & goggles Gloves Basic tools eg screwdriver, spanner Wood filler Wire wool Ketchup and vinegar (really!) Paint (I used my own blend of Fusion Mineral Paints Renfrew Blue & Liberty Blue) Brushes Wallpaper paste Small plastic roller Wallpaper (I used Holden Dcors Gatsby in Teal) Ruler/ Measuring tape Craft Knife Craft Mat Mod Podge Wood stain (I used Colrons Light Oak Wood Dye) Oil/wax/varnish for finish (I used Fusion Mineral Paints Stain and Finishing Oil (Natural)) Lint free cloths Gold paint/wax (I used Rub n Buff in Antique Gold) Step 1: Preparation (Stripping & Sanding) I was drawn to this dressing table because it was solid, structurally sound and included some lovely detailing

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