This roundup of 50+ repurposed table ideas will inspire you to change up or transform that table you have in storage, or maybe you just found the perfect table at a thrift store or on the side of the road. In any case, you’re sure to find something here to inspire you to save an…
Take 2 Tuesday
50 headboard bench ideas
You’re looking at the best place to find headboard benches. These repurposed bed projects are perfect for your patio, home and more. Every project has a complete tutorial to show you just how the bench was made from a bed headboard and more.
Window Projects
This roundup of window projects will inspire you to think outside the box to repurpose that window you found at the thrift store or on the side of the road. Click on the links below for a complete tutorial on any of these window projects. Repurposed Window Projects Please pin this so you can find…
Take 2 Tuesday {Budget Kitchen Edition}
I am not a decorator, but I have made budget kitchen updates myself. I hope to inspire you to save some money and realize that if you think you’re stuck with an ugly component in your kitchen, you do have choices and alternative ideas that you can do yourself. I couldn’t put down…
dressers chests nightstands
I have been repurposing dressers chests and nightstands for years. I love changing up furniture, cutting it apart, painting it and giving it a new and useful purpose. Many times, these pieces are found cheap at thrift stores, on the side of the road, or my very favorite, dropped off on my doorstep. It’s a…
Reclaimed Fence Projects
One day a tree fell on my house and fence. I salvaged the old fence and it started a love of perfectly weathered gray wood for all kinds of reclaimed fence projects. It’s not as great as barn wood, but it’s easier and cheaper to come by. You have My Whole Heart For My…
Take 2 Tuesday repurposed shutters
I love repurposing everything, but some things are more readily available than others. I have picked up a lot of bi-folding doors from alongside the road. A lot of people installed them in the last 25-30 years. Now they are being replaced, and end up being cast off to the garbage. I of course…
Repurposed Glass Ideas
I love repurposing glassware. If you don’t have a stash of glass items, they are readily available at every thrift store and yard sale for cheap prices! I have made many garden topiaries, loving each one more than the one before. They can be very addicting. If you decide to make one, you will forever…
built from scratch {20+ tutorials}
Welcome to another Take 2 Tuesday roundup! Last week in my post “quick and easy” built from scratch projects I showed you some of my easier projects. In today’s roundup you’ll see some of my more difficult building projects. How to build Faux Barn Doors Blue Roof Cabin shows us how to make a faux…
Quick & Easy Projects
Today’s Take 2 Tuesday is a great roundup of easy projects. Many of them can be done with a saw and hammer (or screwdriver). Some may require a drill. Remember that The Home Depot will make cuts for you if you don’t have a saw. If you are a regular diy’er that has scraps of…
repurposed spindles and bed parts
Here is a great collection of repurposed spindles of all shapes and sizes to inspire you to think outside the box for your next easy project. DIY Caddy using reclaimed fence and Spare Chair Spindles Spindle Christmas Tree Decorative Finials from Bed Parts Knockoff Pedestal Photo holders Pedestal Photo Display Stands Even…
Chair Projects
I love chairs of all kinds. Odd chairs are easy to pick up at thrift stores or off the curb. Don’t overlook a sad looking or broken chair. There are a lot of projects you can do with those cheap, unwanted chairs. I hope you find something to inspire you. …
easy spring projects
I’m a little tired of winter, I’m thinking ahead to Spring. I have compiled some of my favorite Spring projects to inspire you. Hopefully you’ll find a project to make it feel a little more like Spring where you are. Easy Spring Projects Happy Spring Pillow decoupaged watering can gazing ball from a bowling ball…
picture frame ideas
Welcome to this week’s Take 2 Tuesday! It’s all about picture frames. If you’re a regular thrifter—you know how easy it is to come by unwanted picture frames. I can’t pass up a great priced frame of any size. There are so many ways to change them up. I hope you find some inspiration…
tools of the trade
I’ve been wanting to compile a post about tools, and I recently got this email: Hello Gail, My name is Amanda Taylor and I live in Lubbock, Texas. I have been a big fan of your blog ever since I stumbled upon it via pinterest. I love all of the projects that you do (even…
spray paint ideas
I love using spray paint! It’s a quick and easy fix for castoffs found at thrift stores or curbside. You can easily change your color scheme in any room with the help of a few blasts of air from a can! If you’re looking for spray paint ideas, check out these great projects that have…
sewing cabinet projects
Today I have a great collection of 8 sewing cabinet projects to share with you. These are fairly easy to come by at thrift stores etc. If you are looking for one, don’t forget to ask your friends and family on Facebook or Twitter. It’s a great way to locate something you’re looking for. Your…
crib projects
With all the recalled cribs in recent years, I’m here to share repurposed crib project ideas with you. Cribs are readily available in numerous places, my favorite place to find old cribs is on the side of the road. Maybe you have an old crib in your attic? Pin IT for later! Crib into…
desk project ideas
Are you looking for some desk project ideas for that old desk you found at the thrift store? I love cutting up old furniture and changing it into something new and useful. Kid’s Camouflaged Desk Old Desk Repurposed into Tall Chest Damaged Nightstand into Kid’s Desk Desk Repurposed Into a Kitchen Island Waterfall…
Christmas Craft Ideas
In today’s edition of Take 2 Tuesday I will be sharing some of the Christmas Craft Ideas I’ve done in the past. corner Christmas tree spindle Christmas trees Christmas card holder Christmas subway art Charlie Brown Christmas tree Santa coasters from thrifted tiles Folger’s Coffee Canister…
chalkboard ideas
Here are over 40 chalkboard project ideas to inspire you to think out of the box. Pin it! Today’s Take 2 Tuesday installment is a roundup of everything chalkboard ideas. I love a good repurpose, and making something into a chalkboard is one of my favorite projects. If you love today’s roundup, be sure to…
repurpose ideas
Today’s Take 2 Tuesday installment is a huge collection of repurpose ideas. I think I’ve collected all of my projects that are repurposed from everyday items. I have not included any furniture pieces. I will compile that collection sometime in the near future. I hope you find something to inspire you and encourage you to…
headboard project ideas
Do YOU collect headboards like I do? I have used headboards in more projects than any other item. They are plentiful in thrift stores and on the side of the road. It’s hard for me to turn down a headboard of any kind. My preference is of course benches, but there are so many…
Toddler Bench
I built this bench last year as a toddler/doll bench. I painted it pink, hoping it would find a special home with a little princess. Almost a year later and it didn’t sell. So, this Take 2 Tuesday is a little different. Instead of just showing you an older project, I’m going to show…
upcycled door projects
I’m starting a new series today called Take 2 Tuesday. After three years of blogging great projects, many of you haven’t been here since the beginning. If you have, I’d love to hear from you in a comment below, and thank you! So, on Tuesdays, I will highlight a project from the past. Some I’m…
