High End Look For Less- Mirrored Writing Desk


So I am perusing Horchow last week and stumble upon this gorgeous writing desk from the John- Richard collection. Sleek, stylish, hello! Since I already have a writing desk I really can't justify a new one. Ugh, what is a girl to do? I guess I'm going to have to make one. Fun!

John- Richard Collection Mirrored Writing Desk
Before

Cute but I think we can do better

 After







Now this little writing desk has some personality


Oh dear she looks awesome in the entry-way too. Can I can keep her locked away in the closet? No one keeps baby in the corner right?!

What do you think? Should I keep the desk in the "cloffice" or out in the entry-way? I can't decide.

Click here for the step by step instructions!



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63 comments:

  1. Kitty DeschanelFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    *Gasp!* I must know how you did this! I have a cute mirrored desk from Pier 1 that I got on clearance for $100. I love it so much but can't afford any of the other pieces. And I have the exact same problem. My desk is inside my closet, where it works perfectly, but it seems like there are so many better places to put it, where it will actually be seen :)

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  2. Designing DomesticityFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    wow, Sarah, I am so impressed! Can't wait for the tutorial. you might have to let her "shine" in the front hall!

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  3. SunnyFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    Love this! I am so excited for the tutorial! I'm sure I'll have to add it to my list of projects that I want to do!

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  4. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysFebruary 6, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Wow, it looks beautiful and classy! I'd keep in the entry way for everyone that comes in can admire it.

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  5. UnknownFebruary 6, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    This is fantastic! You should link it up to 733's Knock it Off Contest.

    http://733blog.blogspot.com/2011/01/knock-it-off-contest_31.html

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  6. UnknownFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Ooooh, love it, love it, love it! You definitely gotta show this one off in the entry way. I'm glad you finally showed it to us. Beautiful work!

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  7. UnknownFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    It's beautiful. I'm getting ready to do this to my piano. I'd love to see how you did it.

    Like the others, I'd leave little Miss Sunshine in the hall. She needs to strut her stuff!

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  8. Katie @ OhhBabyFebruary 6, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    It looks amazing! I would be torn too. It looks good both places! As for me...I would be forced to think about what is most functional. Would you still use it as much in the entryway?

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  9. WobiSobiFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    It turned out Amazing!!! Great Job!!

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  10. ShannonFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Hallway!!!
    This is fantastic! I can't wait to see how you did it!!

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  11. ShannonFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Take back my enthusiastic "hallway!!!" and replace it with:
    ENTRYWAY!!!

    :)

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    entry!! :) too pretty to hide baby in the closet!

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  13. Sanctuary HomeFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Your desk looks beautiful. I think it needs to be in the entryway...it's much to pretty to be hidden in the closet. I can't wait until you tell us how you did it. I know that there is car wax involved. Oh...do tell...please!
    Susan : )

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  14. UnknownFebruary 6, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Hi there- I'm stopping by to say Hi! I'm in the circle too :) The desk looks great and I think you're right no one puts baby in the corner :)

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  15. Kristin @ Daydream DesignsFebruary 6, 2011 at 9:29 PM

    This is beautiful!

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  16. Megandvd@Beauty in the AttemptFebruary 6, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Holy crapola! You adding FAB to something already fabulous! You my dear have an eye for loveliness. I am now wondering when you can make me one. I would love one of these in a mommy cave. I will be lucky if I ever get one of those...I might have to settle for a corner, but if I had something like that...what a SPECTACULAR corner it would be...you are so smart. Tables -- chairs....when can you spread the wealth to me? :)

    Cheers~
    e

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  17. Claudia LaneFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Great job, it looks stunning! You are very talented :))

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  18. MaureenFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Yours is sooooo much better than the original. Awesome job!

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  19. Karie WatersFebruary 6, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Can't wait to see how you did it!

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  20. A Vintage VineFebruary 6, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    Give us the scoop on how you did that! It is beautiful!!!! Great job!

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  21. meaghanFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    hi! oh my goodness! sooo pretty! i sprayed a LARGE cherry sideboard silver and i LOVE it! pics somewhere on my blog lol ;) aaaand, i totally have wood in my fireplace too!!! random, anywho! i think you have such a cute blog with awesome ideas. if you want some unsolicited advice...i can help you make your pictures bigger. they're SO GOOD and i want to see them better! so really it's selfish :) xoxo
    meaghan
    measterhaus@gmail.com

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  22. DaynaFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    oooohhhhhh la la! I've just got to follow you now to see the tutorial ;)

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  23. UnknownFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    Oh no this baby can't be kept in the closet! I can't wait to read your step by step.
    Traci (new follower)

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  24. a woman's right to shoesFebruary 7, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    The desk looks amazing. You're very talented!

    http://cammiew4.blogspot.com/

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  25. DIYbyDesignFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Great job. It looks amazing. Please stop by my blog today. I featured your project. Thanks.

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  26. JennyFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    For seriously, you are AMAZING!

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  27. KimraFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    soooo beautiful! a thousand times better than the inspiration piece!

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  28. TiffanyFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Love it! I'm so excited to be your newest follower <3 I would love if you would swing by LittleGirlTiffanyBlue.blogspot.com

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I used to really like that little white desk. Now it looks like crap compared to the fantastic masterpiece you made.

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  30. BeingBrookFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    LOVE. LOVE!! The desk turned gorgeous. Entry-way so that everyone can see it!

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  31. the cape on the cornerFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    entry way, entry way! this way she's the star!

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  32. annie@mostlovelythingsFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Wow! Turned out gorgeous! Love that you gave the step by step directions too.

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  33. PattiFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    My vote is for the ENTRYWAY - - definitely!!
    It is beautiful.

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  34. UnknownFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    I adore this table but I would def keep it in the entryway!! It is the bomb!! I'm your newest follower-stop by for a visit! Claire

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  35. RenéFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    I love it! Adding it my tumblr and am bookmarking your tutorial. Great job!

    -Rene

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  36. ChrissieFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    Entryway!!! What a gorgeous piece, you did a fabulous job!

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  37. Magali @ The Little White HouseFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Hi! Just dropping by from Cottage Instincts' Make It For Monday... I had to after reading that great titile you wrote for your likn!!! Great project!

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  38. K. FoxFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    great project! just beautiful!
    http://foxyinspirations.blogspot.com/

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  39. Allison@FabRehabFebruary 8, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Uh, that is beautiful!! Nice work!

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  40. Cassie BustamanteFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    wowza!!!!!! that is A-freakin-mazing!! can i steal it? please? or at least copy it? what paint did you use? i didn't see in the post unless i missed it.

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  41. KatyFebruary 8, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Wow!! PLEASE tell us how you did this!! I love mirrored furniture but not their price tags :).

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  42. UnknownFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Beautiful I love it!!

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  43. LeslieFebruary 9, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    This is so gorgeous...and I actually prefer yours to the original! I would LOVE to see a tutorial. As far as placement goes, I'm torn. The nice thing about the entryway is that it will get noticed, but I absolutely ADORE the way it works with the graphics in the closet!

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  44. Chandeen @ Designed by ChanceFebruary 10, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    I agree with everyone else, I would love a tutorial. I'm thinking bedside tables for me.

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  45. Honey at 2805February 12, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    Love this! Amazing, professional job! May I have the honor of crowning you Ms. Creative! I have very happyily just become you newest friend and follower. I don't want to miss a thing!!

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  46. PammaFebruary 12, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    This looks very pretty. Thanks for sharing!
    ~Pam
    pamspaintparlor.typepad.com

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  47. MelFebruary 12, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Love it. It's truly inspiring.

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  48. UnknownFebruary 12, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Oh my, she is gorgeous! Take baby out of the closet. She looks so good in the entry. Maybe with a little dish to protect her top and collect keys etc. Thanks for sharing, I found my way here from Primitive and Proper. I'm off to see more of your blog.

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  49. Megan GunyanFebruary 13, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    That's amazing! So beautiful! How did you do that? I need a tutorial, stat! I don't think you can hide her in a corner! She must be shown off to the world....this just gives you an excuse to get another desk, that's all. ;) LOVE IT!

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  50. CassieFebruary 13, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    Heehee....I love that quote...my favorite!

    Um.....I'd take YOUR table over anything in Horchow hands down! Love what you did with it!

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  51. Kate Riley February 15, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Holy Guacamole! That's fabulous! You are so inventive, dying to share on FB, love love love!

    xoxo
    Kate

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  52. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    My 14-y-o daughter saw this and said, "It's so gorgeous it should go in the entryway so people can get a good glimpse of it!"

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  53. KateFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Entry for sure!! Too pretty for the closet. Can't wait for the tutorial. I have been drooling over all the mirrored furniture for quite some time...

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  54. ArmelleFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Keep it in the entry way. It's way to pretty to hide in a closet.

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  55. Steph @ BirdhouseFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    That looks amazing! I never would have figured that out. Thanks for sharing.

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  56. Holly AustinFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Gorgeous - now if only I could figure this out! I love the mirrored look, but it's way out of my price league!

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  57. gail@My Repurposed LifeFebruary 17, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    great job!
    entryway for sure,
    gail

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  58. ArcieFebruary 26, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    Found you through Thrifty Decor Chick Link Up. Is it wrong that I want to marry your desk? I think we'd be very happy together haha. Thank you so much for the instructions, I can't wait to try this myself. Going to recommend on Stumble Upon, thank you again, stunning transformation!

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  59. Anji*March 9, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    Wow! Your desk looks awesome! I like it even more than your inspiration one!

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  60. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 10, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    I LOVE this! Its FAB!!! Come on 'ova and share this at my Linky Par-Tay!

    *ENTER LINKY PAR-TAY Here! *

    xoxokara

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  61. Good Time CharlieMarch 12, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Wow, beautiful, beautiful work. I am so impressed! Don't let those boys anywhere near it now!

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  62. Anji JohnstonMarch 24, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    OMG! This piece is unbelievable! I am so glad I found your blog - so very inspiring!

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  63. elizabeth@themustardceilingMay 8, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Love your transformation! What a beautiful change. I just found your blog via "Not Baaad Sunday's" I am so glad I did. It looks absolutely stunning in the closet against your gray geometric print. Where did you find that wallpaper?

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