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Repurposed Desk Project Ideas

Gail Wilson — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:04:47 +0000

I have put together a great collection of over 30 repurposed desk project ideas. Whether you are looking for ideas to update an old desk with paint and stain, or reinvent a desk into another piece of furniture, there's something for everyone. I even have some ideas for using old desk parts for new and useful items.

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Vintage Magazine Rack Upcycle

Gail Wilson — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:30:32 +0000

What can you do with a vintage magazine rack? A better question is what CAN'T you do! The options are endless, and I'll give you lots of ideas.

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Easy Christmas Stocking Holder

Gail Wilson — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:57:23 +0000

Use a louvered door or shutter to make the easiest Christmas Stocking Holder for your family.

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DIY Christmas Lanterns Made From Porch Lights

Gail Wilson — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 01:44:18 +0000

It's Power Tool Challenge Time! This month the theme is Secret Santa. We're exchanging our decorative items with another member of the team. I can't wait to see who my secret Santa is! All of the projects are so cute, I'll be happy no matter who it is. Hop over to see all of the fun holiday projects!

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Christmas Carousel Horse | Bouncy Horse

Gail Wilson — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:49:56 +0000

A dumpster find, a bouncy horse becomes a Christmas Carousel Horse for Christmas Decor.

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Repurposed Drawers Wall Cabinet

Gail Wilson — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:06:08 +0000

After seeing a picture of a small cabinet hanging on the wall in a magazine, I realized that it would be easy to recreate using a couple of repurposed drawers. I find my inspiration by looking at manufactured pieces and then ask myself what can I make that from?

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Repurpose Sewing Machine Cabinet Ideas

Gail Wilson — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 01:23:52 +0000

A collection of sewing machine cabinet ideas for everyone. Projects for beginners or intermediate woodworkers. Something for you to DIY. So many great ideas.

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Small Wooden Pedestal Planter Made with a Spindle

Gail Wilson — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:44:27 +0000

For this thrift store decor roundup, I made a small pedestal planter using a reclaimed spindle and a porch light cap. It makes the perfect succulent planter. Be sure to hop over to see the projects my friends made too.

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Repurposed Shutter (Magazine Rack)

Gail Wilson — Sun, 05 Jan 2025 20:41:16 +0000

Repurposed shutter projects are usually very easy and fun to make. Coming by authentic (affordable) wooden shutters is not so easy. That's why I'm here to tell you that using 1/2 of a louvered door works just as well. That's what I used on this repurposed shutter magazine rack.

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How to Glaze Painted Furniture

Gail Wilson — Sat, 16 Nov 2024 01:48:09 +0000

How to glaze painted furniture--full of tips I've learned along the way. I spent years looking for a way to stop waxing and buffing chalk painted furniture. Now I do it all in one easy step. I love the hint of antiquing the glaze gives to all colors of painted furniture. Red paint, blue, and especially white painted furniture will look beautiful with this Smoked Glaze!

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