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OLD SEWING MACHINE TABLE UPCYCLED INTO A DRINK STATION

This old sewing machine table was a thrift store find destined to transform into a modern drink station, complete with built-in ice buckets, paper towel rack, storage hooks, and bottle opener.  Upcycling at its best!

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VINTAGE END TABLES: PAINTED MAKEOVER

These vintage end tables were easily made over with paint and wallpaper for a modern and sleek finish. See the full before-and-after makeover hereā€¦

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VINTAGE CHINA CABINET MAKEOVER

A vintage china cabinet can add character and style to your living space as well as functional storage. This depression-era cabinet came to me with cracked glass and warped veneer, but was still salvageable! Hereā€™s how I made repairs and gave the exterior a gray-limewash finishā€¦   

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CORNER HUTCH MAKEOVER

This scratched and mildewed corner hutch was easily transformed into a beautiful, functional storage piece in just a few hours using Good Bones Paint – no priming or sealing required! Check out the before-and-afterā€¦

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Quick and Easy Painted Bookshelf Makeover

This super-simple painted bookshelf makeover was completed in just a couple of hours and under $20.  No heavy sanding, no priming, and no clear coat (and two years later, it still looks great).  See how I refinished it in a matte black for a dark forest nursery!

Before and after picture of a vintage three-shelf bookshelf, painted flat black.  Title reading "Bookshelf Makeover." By The Copper Goose.
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HOW TO USE CHALK SPRAY PAINT TO UPDATE A PLANT STAND

Chalk spray paint is even easier to use than traditional chalk paint and will cut your project time in half when used for pieces with legs or detailed surfaces – like this rusty old plant stand that was made over with Rust-Oleumā€™s sprayable chalk paint.

Hereā€™s how to use chalk spray paint for any project piece in just a few easy steps!

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How To Paint Furniture With Latex Paint: Pros, Cons, and a Step-by-step Tutorial

See how this vintage dresser makeover was completed with latex paint!  Sometimes, chalk paint-enthusiasts can be against using latex paint on furniture, but thatā€™s not the case for me.  I use a variety of paints and brands, including certain types of latex.  Hereā€™s why I like latex paint for furniture and how I apply itā€¦

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FLEA MARKET FLIP: A VINTAGE DROP-LEAF BUFFET

A ā€œFlea Market Flipā€ is all about finding a great deal on an item that has the potential to transform into something amazing for cheap! Iā€™ll walk you through the process of updating this fantastic find and give you a sneak peek into my costs and sales price.

Flea Market Flip Process
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PAINTED FURNITURE MAKEOVER | VINTAGE TYPEWRITER DESK

Painting furniture can transform a dated and dingy piece into something revived and ready for any modern home.  This vintage typewriter desk makeover is the perfect example of that process! Check out the easy steps to reviving this old piece.

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DIY ART DECO ARMOIRE BAR

Do you have a piece of furniture that needs to be updated or repurposed? Check out this amazing transformation of a dated armoire into an Art Deco-style bar, complete with gold leaf details, a geometric swag light, and built-in storage for the cocktail connoisseur.

When I purchased this armoire for $6.00 (yes, ONLY $6.00 ā€“ crazy, right?), I knew I wanted to turn it into an ā€œarmoire bar.ā€ 

I dreamed of a glossy black bar with sharp gold accents, imitating my favorite Art Deco style from the Roaring ā€˜20s.