Ceiling fans are typically easy to repair, the usual items that fail are either the switch or the capacitor. Both are available at ACE, Lowes, and Home Depot. I could possibly give you a hand, as a friend, as I am not a licensed electrician, I do however have an electrical background.
Is your armoire still available? I would like to look at it if it is. Please send me an email at mediva@ me.com or call my cell at 207-329-3495. Thank you. Sherri