Old chandeliers are one of my favorite things to repurpose for several reasons: I love that they come in all different shapes and sizes, they are almost free at every garage sale and they make a great DIY bird feeder. Next time you are at a yard sale, grab two chandeliers and you can also make…
This coffee table made from an old window has so much character and personality. I love that it not only has a function but also allows for endless decorating possibilities. This window table ranks as one of my all time favorite DIY projects. Why this window table is one of my favorites? I know I…
I’m addicted to thrift store shopping. As a matter of fact, I visit them more than I care to admit! I think that it’s because of a strong desire within me to create something out of nothing. I have a fault a trait that allows me to see the beauty in everything I look at,…
This farmhouse table has been in our family for over 20 years. I have so many memories of our family sitting around this piece of furniture. When we moved, this table didn’t fit in our new space but I just couldn’t part with it so it became the desk in our office. Luckily, when we…
Welcome to the “Fab Furniture Flippin Contest” Sponsored By “Overlay’s” ! I’m excited to share my contest entry, a vintage furniture makeover. The theme for this month’s contest is “cut n paste with O’verlays”. One of my favorite places to shop for furniture is garage sales. It is amazing what someone will practically give away…
Do you have an ugly crockpot? You know… one that you are embarrassed to pull out when guests come over? Even worse, what if you are asked to bring a dish to a potluck dinner…oh the horror! This inexpensive and super easy crockpot makeover will have you entering every chili cook-off in the state! NOTE: This may…
I was recently asked to host a “Make It Take It” feature at the Home and Garden Show here in Kansas City. I knew I wanted to display something up high to draw people to the area so I made a deconstructed chandelier. Soon they will be hanging in my shop because I have fallen in…
Happy New Year! It’s time to say goodbye to last year and hello to a brand new year! And what a year it has been! I am so grateful to everyone who has supported me on this blogging journey! Sharing my crazy ideas and projects with you and learning from you has been a great…