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BEFORE AND AFTER- Luggage Dresser Inspired by the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

March 9, 2025

ALL ABOARD! This 5-drawer vintage dresser was a thrift store find and we meticulously transformed it into a magical unique designer luggage dresser inspired by Harry Potter Hogwarts Express “Platform 9 3/4.” MATERIALS:Harry Potter PostersFaux Brick Wall PaperChalk and Acrylic PaintsMetallic PaintsLuggage HandlesVintage Metal Corner ProtectorsLeather Belts/BucklesNail Head Upholstery TacksLeather StrapsVintage Toggle Latches DIMENSIONS: 42″…
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How To Transform a Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers Into an Industrial Steampunk Statement Piece

October 17, 2022

I love to get creative when transforming used furniture pieces. This time I had a specific project in mind. I was on the hunt for a used piece of furniture to transform into an industrial steampunk style statement piece. I have a specific customer base who love industrial steampunk style furniture.

Early 20th Century Jacobean Elizabethan Revival Oak Buffet Makeover

September 9, 2022

This stunning early 20th Century Jacobean Elizabethan Revival Buffet has been meticulously hand painted in General Finishes Lamp Black then lightly wiped-back to expose its natural wood tones to give it an aged dusty effect. The details enhanced with Modern Master’s Champagne and Oyster Metallics, and Dixie Belle’s Pacific, Steel Magnolia and Gold Digger Moonshine Metallics. The legs and bun feet enhanced with Champagne and Copper Metallics.

How to Repurpose and Transform a Vintage Console Table Into a French Country Farmhouse Kitchen Island

August 22, 2022

I’m always on the hunt for unique used furniture pieces to repurpose, makeover, or transform into stunning one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork. My daily morning routine is to search through online local groups to see what I can find. As I’m scrolling through the listings I try to think outside the box.

How to Transform a Thrift Store Find into an Exquisite French Country Style Lingerie Chest

August 16, 2022

My favorite places to shop for old vintage or antique furniture is thrift stores, garage sales, estate sales and local online groups. You never know what treasures you might find – and who doesn’t love a great bargain! As the saying goes ‘another man’s junk is another man’s treasure.’

How To Transform a Vintage Sideboard Cabinet Into a Charming Farmhouse Kitchen Island

May 23, 2022

Bev, a potential customer from New Hampshire, sent a message to me via Etsy after seeing one of my hand painted kitchen islands listed in our shop that had previously sold. She fell in love with it. The island was exactly what she was looking for. She wanted to know if I could PLEASE find another similar cabinet and paint it for her. I told her I would do my best. We both kept our fingers crossed.

How To Transform a Vintage Server Buffet Into a French Country Kitchen Island

May 13, 2022

If you come across an old server, buffet, sideboard, console table or dresser don’t overlook it. With a little imagination, chalk paint and rub on furniture transfers it can be repurposed into a beautiful kitchen island.

How To Transform a Vintage Sofa Table Into a French Country Entry Table / Kitchen Island

January 15, 2020

Happy New Year everyone! Now that the Holidays are over I’m back to searching for unique pieces of furniture to transform into stunning one-of-a-kind pieces of artwork. My first stop was our local thrift store. I can always count on finding at least one piece of furniture to take home with me. As soon as I enter the thrift store ~ I put my blinders on and head straight to the back of the store where all the furniture is located. If I don’t stay focused, I become easily distracted by all the isles filled with miscellaneous items for sale.

How To Transform a Vintage Dresser Into a Shabby Chic French Country Sideboard

July 20, 2019

It’s difficult for me to visit a thrift store, estate sale, or garage sale without finding a piece of long-forgotten furniture to take home with me to transform. I even find myself searching through Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist hoping to find that one unique piece. I no longer look at an old dusty, beat up, scratched, or dinged piece of furniture the same way. Instead, envision something special ~ a piece I would take home and lovingly and meticulously transform into a one-of-a-kind beautiful piece of art.

Blue Console Cabinet and Mirror Makeover Using a Blending Technique With Chalk Paint and Acrylics

June 18, 2019

Lost treasures!! When I was a little girl growing up in the ’60s, I remember my grandparents having a console cabinet similar to this one. You might even have one you inherited stored in your basement or garage gathering dust because it doesn’t go with your decor. If you do, this blog might inspire you to dust it off and transform it!

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