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,…
2015
Pallet Projects plus Tips for Dismantling Pallets
Do you LOVE pallet projects? I have tips for easily dismantling pallets, and a great variety of pallet projects to inspire you. Pallet projects are popular these days because pallets are readily available, and withstand the test of time.
shutter DIY fireplace screen
A fun repurposed shutter (bi-fold door) project. This easy fireplace screen cover-strictly for decorative purposes-made from cut up bi-fold doors is easy to make and oh so functional for your fireplace hearth this fall and holiday season.
My Largest DIY Project | Picket Fence
In episode #3 Gail talks about her largest DIY project ever—a DIY Picket Fence that took much longer than she ever anticipated! But that’s what happens when a gal is determined to have a certain look that isn’t available out in the market. Brittany Bailey from Pretty Handy Girl responded to a Facebook…
Painting my DIY Picket Fence
Be sure to enter the giveaway at the bottom of this post. BTW, this is a sponsored post, I’m happy to be a Homeright Brand Ambassador. Well, the fence is done—mostly! There are a few more things to do, plus a new sidewalk needs to be created. And…. a whole lot of painting! Painting a…
gates and arbor | DIY Picket Fence
It’s been a while since I’ve shared an update with you on the fence. We had a couple of snow storms, and some very cold weather, so we took a little time off. We have made some great progress lately with the gates and the arbor (pergola). It’s very exciting, and I can honestly say…
last picket in place | DIY Picket Fence
Happy New Year! It’s hard to believe that it’s actually 2016, and I’m excited to tell you that the DIY picket fence is well on it‘s way. Yep, the last picket went in over the weekend. Now, mind you, we’re still far from finished. In order to get the pickets up we tacked them up…
Cabinet Door Table : Easy Build
This sweet little repurposed cabinet door table is the product of me having so many doors in my stash. I’ve made a small table out of a cabinet door way back in the day, but it’s much easier and prettier when you have the right tools. Items to make a cabinet door table…
pickets and jig |DIY Picket Fence
Last week, while talking about my DIY picket fence we left off with putting in the short posts and the very tall arbor posts. The fence is coming along, but with Christmas and some cold and rainy weather, we’re sort of in a “hold” pattern. Some readers have offered some tips on how to make…
Coffee Station from a Repurposed Cable Spool
Merry Christmas everyone! I know this is a busy day for everyone, but when the festivities start winding to a close and you have a few minutes to sit down and relax with a hot cup of coffee, cocoa or tea, I’m here to share a new project that may be just the thing you…
Year in Review 2015 Top Projects
Here we are at the end of 2015, and it’s time to highlight the year’s most popular projects! I’ll be breaking this post down into several categories. Top Projects from 2015 Most Viewed projects in 2015 (including many projects from the archives) My Favorite projects of 2015 Reviews from years past These…
posts, rails and more | DIY Picket Fence
I’m back with another picket fence update! Did you know that Home Depot delivers? I didn’t know that until my daughter Jamie filled me in on this little detail. I ordered my lumber and it was delivered a few days later. The material was put under the carport to keep it dry. I…
Easy Pallet Wood Frame
Pallet Wood Frame – EASY weekend project Hello once again My Repurposed Life fans, it’s Joan from Scavenger Chic. I know you are all busy busy preparing for Christmas, but if you are in need of just one more gift, I have a great pallet wood frame idea for you. And better yet, if you…
Easy Peppermint Platter
I’m so excited to share this easy peppermint platter project with you today. I know it’s nothing new—I’ve seen it on Pinterest for a while. I’ve been wanting to make my own version for a long time. I picked up the supplies at the $$ Tree.
Preparing for a new Fence
The DIY picket fence story continues today with more prep work for the new fence. I really had no idea how much vegetation had to be dealt with along the fence line. Some of it, of course, was obvious. Like this Rhododendron that has been growing through the fence for years. I dug and…
Hexagon Side Table Decoupaged
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 part…
Chain Link Fence Be GONE!
If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you know I’m tackling a huge DIY project at my home—removing a chain link fence and replacing it with a DIY Picket Fence! It has been on my to-do list for several years, and I just can’t put it off any longer. It needs to be done…
Dresser Turned Bench
Hello MRL readers! It is good to be back. For those who may be new here my name is Mindi and I blog over at MyLove2Create, I also have the opportunity to contribute here once a month. Today I am sharing my Dresser Turned Bench. I had such a fun time doing this project, and…
Easy Christmas Decor with Krylon
I would like to say a big thank you to Krylon for sponsoring this Easy Christmas Decor project for my home. The best thing about spray paint? It makes changing up thrift store items a breeze! Wow! It’s December first! I’m sure many of you already have all of your Christmas decorations well on their…
Scrap Wood Christmas Shelf with Hooks
Hey there, MRL friends! I hope you aren’t out battling the Black Friday crowds, because it’s much more fun to stay home and create something with you own hands, and avoid all the craziness, isn’t it?! It’s Angie from Knick of Time, dropping in to share an easy tutorial to turn scrap wood into a Christmas shelf…
