How do I make my furniture look aged and distressed

Google "Painting effects distressed," and you'll get plenty of results like this one;
Faux Effects, Distressed Wood Surfaces - PaintPRO Magazine (http://www.paintpro.net/Articles/PP404/PP404_DistressingWood.cfm).

Hi, lowcroft!

What kind of wood is your furniture made of and what kind of finish, if any is already on the wood, please? Those two factors can make a big difference in the best type of antiquing that you might do.

Thanks!