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Toy Box to Union Jack
Before and After When a client dropped off an old toy box her son had outgrown and asked me to “do something” with it, I was a bit apprehensive to say the least! It was the cutest toy chest with...
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Updated Vintage Secretary Desk
I have realized have not posted the finished vintage secretary desk my client wanted updated with paint a few months ago. She initially told me I could to do whatever I wanted to it! ” I trust you!”...
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Reupholstering A Desk Chair
Last week, I shared the Vintage Secretary Desk I completed for a client. I love the way it turned out with the grey paint and the contrasting walnut stained top. It looked so fresh. Updated Vintage...
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Blue and Brass Vintage Magazine Rack
Just before I delivered a few pieces to my client she had someone drop off a super cute vintage magazine rack made of dark wood with brass pulls and brass casters. The client simply said…”Get rid of...
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Geometric Mid Century Step Table
MCM tables with classic MCM update This past summer, I picked up two blond wood step tables for less than $10 for both. They were not the typical “country” look but rather, a sleek look with nice...
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Bar Cart Inspiration
Last year, I picked up a basic but functional bar cart at an estate auction for less than $50. As I said, it is basic but I think it has potential and could become a welcome focal point when we...
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Ampersand Art Knock Off
I love typography art and I also love a great DIY Knock Off. Left $2.00. Right $260 on sale for $130! (source) Ever since I absolutely fell in love with this creation by Virginia at LiveLoveDIY, I knew...
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Dining Room Update: Granny to Fresh
In my very first post on this blog nearly 2 years ago, I shared my dining room update. I had become tired of the “granny” look of dark wood Duncan Fyfe style and was hoping to replace the look with...
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Rustic “Standing Desk” gets Spruced Up
I recently spruced up a rustic “stand up” or “standing desk”. The update was pretty basic and I am now wondering: “Should I have been a bit bolder?” I love it but did I play it all too safe? Rustic...
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Tutorial: DIY Custom Shaped Chair Cushions
Today I’d like to share with you how to make DIY custom shaped chair cushions, including cutting the foam, fabric and putting it together. DIY Custom Shaped Chair Cushions Late last summer, I picked up...
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