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DIY CHAIR MAKEOVER: BEFORE AND AFTER

See how easy it is to give wooden side chairs a facelift with paint and fabric with this DIY chair makeover. The before-and-after will shock you!

Easy DIY chair makeover - before and after
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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-Oleum’s sprayable chalk paint.

Here’s how to use chalk spray paint for any project piece in just a few easy steps!

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Decorating DIY Projects Home Improvement Tips & Inspiration Vintage Style

HOME OFFICE MAKEOVER: 4 EASY HOME OFFICE IDEAS FOR ORGANIZATION AND STYLE

With times changing and more people working from their houses, home offices are becoming a “must.” My own home office was hideously unorganized and as “beige” as beige could possibly be until I finally decided to spruce it up. Here are 4 home office ideas I used to transform this room into a purposeful and stylish space that fits my personality!    

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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 that’s not the case for me.  I use a variety of paints and brands, including certain types of latex.  Here’s why I like latex paint for furniture and how I apply it…

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FLEA MARKET FLIP: A VINTAGE DROP-LEAF BUFFET

A “Flea Market Flip” is all about finding a great deal on an item that has the potential to transform into something amazing for cheap! I’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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6 EASY WAYS TO UPDATE A TABLE AND CHAIRS

Old dining room sets are full of character and can usually be found for a much cheaper price than new designer sets, but some people shy away from them if they seem a bit outdated. Here’s my own DIY furniture makeover of a dining table and chairs with 6 simple strategies on how to update a dining room set so it will fit into any modern home while still keeping all of that original charm! 

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HOW TO STAIN WOOD FURNITURE IN 6 EASY STEPS

Staining furniture may be intimidating at first. In this article, I’ve outlined how to stain wood furniture and have provided some extra tips so you can feel confident with your next furniture staining project!

How to stain wood furniture in 6 easy steps
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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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HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN WINDOW FRAME ART

This quick and easy DIY window frame art project is beginner-friendly, easily customizable, and can be completed in just one day. It’s a great way to upcycle an old window into modern decor. Win!

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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 – crazy, right?), I knew I wanted to turn it into an “armoire bar.” 

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

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MY TOP 5 FAVORITE FINDS FOR VINTAGE RESALE + TIPS FOR SELLING VINTAGE ITEMS

In this article, I list my favorite vintage finds that I’ve bought for vintage resale on my online platform and explain why each made the cut!  If you are a vintage reseller, you’ll see what I learned from picking, pricing, and selling each item and can use these tips for finding and reselling your own unique finds.

top favorite vintage finds
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DECORATING WITH VINTAGE MILK GLASS IN YOUR HOME

Looking for home décor that is timeless, affordable, and easily adaptable to different styles and settings? 

Enter milk glass.

Milk glass is a fresh and versatile home décor option that is perfect for tablescapes, shelf display or simply for displaying some fresh flowers on a countertop.  Around since the 16th century, milk glass was named for its milky color in the Victorian era.  Milk glass production exploded in the Post-WWII era, making mid-century pieces easily available today.  It’s beautiful, easy to style, and easy to find, which is why some folks have dozens of pieces in their collection.