I have used various paints in eggshell finish, varnishes, wood stains, Annie Sloan chalk paint, Rust Oleum chalk paint, Craig & Rose etc.. (fromevijawithlove.com)
Then I decided to add lighter blue stripes to the drawers to add a bit of color to the base (Behr in April Mist Latex Paint with Eggshell Finish). (abbottsathome.com)
What you'll need Ikea Frosta Stool Fine grade sandpaper Soft cloth Good quality masking tape Tape measure or ruler Pencil Selection of eggshell paints in different colours Paint Brushes (idealhome.co.uk)