Occasionally, when I’m not looking for a new project, a new project finds me. That was exactly the case with this particular buffet. I found it at a local thrift store while out with my daughter. She was on the hunt for a costume for her school play, but the second I spotted this brightly…
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How to Paint Your Front Door
Minnesota in the spring is tricky. We’re at that in-between where it’s almost warm enough to start outside projects and then, out of nowhere, snow comes roaring back in. Real spring is right around the corner though so now is the time to get ready for some home improvements like painting your front door. One…
The $20 Dresser Makeover: A Transformation to Remember
Every once in a while, you come across a piece of furniture that stays with you forever. For me, that piece was a $20 dresser I found while out garage sale-ing. The Story Behind the Dresser When I spotted the dresser, the family selling it shared a touching story. It had belonged to their uncle,…
Simple Steps to Transform an Old Table with Paint and Paper
Learn how I transformed an unsellable side table with blue paint and decoupage. Follow my step-by-step makeover and bring old furniture back to life
Reviving an Old Table with Resin: A DIY Success Story
Resin projects often evoke a love-hate relationship. When everything goes smoothly, the results can be stunning. But when things go wrong, the frustration can be real. My latest project—a resin tabletop end table—is one of those rare successes that I absolutely love. Let me take you through the process of transforming this $5 find into…