Using Leftover Fabric Scraps to Make Unique Throw Pillows
Ever stare at a heap of leftover fabric scraps and wonder what on earth to do with them? They sit there, taunting you, bits...
Repurposing an Old Crate Into a Functional Side Table Was Easier Than I Thought
Have you ever stared at that old wooden crate sitting in the corner, wondering if it could ever be more than just a dusty...
How I Gave an Old Dresser New Life with Chalk Paint
If you ever come across an old piece of furniture that looks like it has lived ten lifetimes and then some, you might have...
My Experience With Using Milk Paint for a Vintage Look on Furniture
When I first heard about milk paint, I thought it was some kind of glorified baby formula for furniture. Turns out, it is way...
How I Turned an Old Ladder Into a Stylish Bookshelf for My Living Room
There is something magical about turning something old and forgotten into a new piece of charm that actually belongs in your living room. I...
Lessons Learned When Fixing Up a Broken Chair Without Professional Help
There is something oddly satisfying about rescuing a broken chair. Maybe it is the quiet rebellion of refusing to just toss something out. Or...
How Sanding by Hand Brought out the Character in My Antique Side Table
It started out as the kind of weekend project that sounded easier than it actually was. I had this old side table—not in perfect...
My Experience With Making a Statement Piece Using Old Metal Furniture Parts
You know that feeling when you glance around your room and everything looks... fine, but also kind of forgettable? Like your space is just...
The Small Fixes That Made a Big Difference on My Upcycled Bookshelf
I never thought a tired, old bookshelf could teach me so much. It sat in the corner of my living room, sagging and sad,...
My First Attempt at Decoupage on a Vintage Side Table and What I Learned
I never thought I would get this excited over a piece of old furniture. Yeah, I know what you are thinking: “It is just...
Ever found yourself staring at a dusty shelf full of old teacups, wondering what on earth to do with them? Maybe your grandma’s collection,...