Antique Wardrobe Makeover

 

Photo source:  My Repurposed Life

"Giving new life to old furniture is one of my favorite kinds of DIY projects—especially when the piece has as much charm and character as this antique wardrobe. With its classic lines and sturdy build, it just needed a little TLC (and a lot of paint!) to shine again. If you love transforming thrifted treasures or family heirlooms, this makeover will inspire you to look at vintage furniture with fresh eyes."  Comment from My Repurposed Life

Excellent article with detailed step by step progress of a beautiful makeover.  Love the decoupage knobs!!

Click here to go to the My Repurposed Life article.

DIY Postage Stamp Table Top

 

At first glance, you would never imagine the mosaic-like table top is completely covered with vintage stamps.  How cool is that?

The possibilities are endless when it comes to DIY tables.  All you need is an interesting stand and a piece of wood for the table top.  The use of vintage stamps in this project is gorgeous!

This beautiful project comes from the blog Gardening Nirvana.  

Click here for a well written tutorial with lots of photos!

Stunning Mixed Patterns ~ Day Bed Makeover

The sharp contrast of the mixed patterns is what caught my eye.  I don't own a day bed, but if I did, I would love to make it over like Judy did at 20 North Ora.

My intention with this post is to save this inspiring pattern combination for future projects . . . red, white and black is my favorite color combination!

If you would like to see the progression of Judy's makeover, click here for many photos of the project!

DIY Concrete Table Top

I love concrete projects!  

This table is so cute . . . 

love the look of the concrete top.

Awesome technique!

Click here for the tutorial

Postage Stamp Table Top

At first glance, you would never imagine the mosaic-like table top is completely covered with vintage stamps.  How cool is that?

The possibilities are endless when it comes to DIY tables.  All you need is an interesting stand and a piece of wood for the table top.  The use of vintage stamps in this project is gorgeous!

This beautiful project comes from the blog Gardening Nirvana.  

Click here for a well written tutorial with lots of photos!

Rich Layers of Color . . . Awesome Painting Techniques

I'm almost speechless . . . this is my kind of furniture finish!!

It is amazing what you can do with some paint to put new life into an old piece of furniture.  All you need is imagination, some basic knowledge of painting techniques and the creativity to come up with your own techniques.  After all, it is only paint, right?

This awesome project comes from Shizzle-Design.com . . . click on the link for their tutorial on this painting technique.

Some facts about Shizzle Design taken from their website . . . I'm impressed and can't wait to explore their tutorials and projects!

Did you know that…

• We’ve opened up a Shizzle Design Paint Studio at 2018 Chicago Drive, Jenison, Michigan 49428?  This is where Cathy and I paint our furniture but we want our customers to know that we’re here for you.  We encourage everyone to stop in any time to buy paint or to get your questions answered.
• We’ve taught people from all over the United States and Canada how to paint furniture Shizzle Style using chalk and clay paints?  Join us for one of our super fun workshops.  Learn hands-on in a relaxed environment. Click Paint Workshops to see a list of current classes offered.
• You can Subscribe to Shizzle Design for tips, tutorials, ideas, pictures, videos for our furniture painted in all natural chalk and clay based mineral paints.
• Did you know that you can get these sent directly to your inbox and that it’s FREE?  It is ~ what are you waiting for?  Enter your email in the right hand column of our blog to stay in the loop.
• We have a Shizzle Design Facebook Page.  We share all sorts of additional tips, ideas, photos EVERY DAY and offer special deals (which you’ll only know about if you’ve Liked our Facebook Page).
• We have numerous Pinterest Boards  Stop in and check out our extensive portfolio ~ Pin us on Pinterest
• We sell our painted furniture at Not So Shabby Antiques and Fine Furniture at 2975 West Shore Drive in Holland, Michigan
• We  sell American Paint Company Paints & Supplies our of our Shizzle Design Paint Studio (headquarters) 2018 Chicago Drive, Jenison, MI  49428 as sell as several other locations in the greater Grand Rapid’s area. Click LOCATIONS to find out where we’re located.  We also ship the paint domestically and internationally through our Online Shizzle Shop.

Ready for another project?

Beth at Make Me Pretty Again used a 

milk paint technique to give new life

 to this gorgeous french vanity.  

Love the color!!

DIY Storage Ottoman Inspiration and Tutorial

What a clever idea!  Monica was inspired by another DIY blogger to make a storage ottoman made of crates and added her creative touches to the project.  This awesome ottoman is the result.  I'm impressed and I want one!

I can imagine this cute storage ottoman on wheels in my living room with extra seating and little nooks and crannies for those things you like to have handy, but out of the way.  Love it!

Thank you Monica for this awesome project and a very lovely blog!  I have added a button linking to her blog in my Favorites DIY/Crafty Blogs page for future reference.

Click on the button

to go to Monica's tutorial!