This is how I repurposed an antique sewing machine into a side table. I picked up this sewing machine from Craig’s List for $20.00. I had been wanting one for quite some time, because I had 2 projects in mind. After lots of nuts, bolts, screws were removed, I was left with the chassis. I…
There are so many ways to repurpose old windows. Some are much easier than others. Here I have used an old window to display some quilt pieces. My mom passed away in 1991. She had been working on a quilt with these quilt squares. They fit nearly perfectly in this old window. I simply stapled…
Look at how easy it is to repurpose picket fencing into a garden shelf. A friend of mine inspired me to do this little picket fence shelf. However, finding curbside picket fence around my neck of the woods took a lot longer than I expected. I finally came across some red stained fencing. I…
How to turn an old dresser into bench useful for the end of the bed, entryway or mudroom. I found this old dresser by the curb. It had one drawer, and 2 drawer fronts. The top of the dresser had already been removed and was used for a window seat for the kittos. I cut…
I have a baby gate for corralling Louie (left) but with a very strange floor plan in my home, I need more options when Lucy (right) comes to visit. When Lucy is fed, she gobbles her food up really fast, whereas Louie is more of a nibbler. It’s difficult to find a time…
Today I am sharing a simple Decoupage Table, a thrift store hexagon side table to be exact. Wait! That’s not the BEST part—the best part is . . . it was only $2. Thrift Store Hexagon Side Table Yep, this is what a $2 vintage hexagon side table looks like. I recently took…
If you don’t like people painting wood, or redoing an antique singer sewing machine, just walk away now. I understand how people feel about such things, but I’m in the business of repurposing furniture. Today’s project will show you how to transform a vintage singer sewing machine into a very versatile makeup vanity, jewelry organizer,…
Turning a repurposed desk into a new piece of furniture is so much better than throwing it out. I’m sure you’ve seen a lot of repurposed desks into nightstands. But have you ever seen the two drawer sections stacked? My favorite had been the desk I repurposed into a kitchen island. But now I have…
Here’s a great library table makeover I think you’re going to LOVE. Well, if you don’t like painted furniture you may not love it. I don’t really have anything against refinishing furniture, except it has been too hot to do all that work! I got this sweet desk or library table from my…
I love two toned furniture projects using dark stain and almost any color. This two toned modified dresser makeover involves navy and Jacobean stain. This month’s power tool challenge post is all about modify—which is what I normally do to all of my projects. But I took a step back this month and made it…
I think y’all know how much I love cutting up thrift store furniture. While looking at this pair of Queen Anne side tables, one of the vendors at Vendors’ Village called me out and said. “You’re thinking awfully hard on those tables, it’s a good deal and he just put them out”. hahaha …
Are you sometimes intimidated by what we DIY bloggers do? I know that I love using saws and such, but occasionally I like to take it easy with a quick and easy repurposed furniture project. That’s what I’m sharing with you today, something you can do using only a screwdriver, or no tools at…
