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Furniture Makeovers

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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DIY Home Decor DIY Projects

DIY NURSERY DÉCOR: SAFARI HANGING BASKETS

This quick and easy DIY nursery décor project takes only minutes to create and adds tons of character to a boy, girl, or gender-neutral nursery. It can be customized to fit any theme. See my material list and tutorial below to get started!

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HOW TO REUPHOLSTER A ROCKING CHAIR

DIY upholstery projects can seem intimidating to the average person, but it doesn’t have to be difficult.  Here are my instructions and tips on how to reupholster an antique rocking chair!

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DIY Projects Home Improvement

DIY WALL SHELVES FOR MY HOME OFFICE

These DIY wall shelves were a much-needed addition to my home office.  They allowed for more storage, organization, and display space. Check out the easy DIY tutorial for these easy but stylish wall-to-wall bookshelves!

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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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DIY Projects Furniture Makeovers

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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Decorating DIY Projects Furniture Makeovers Tips & Inspiration

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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DIY Projects Furniture Makeovers Tips & Inspiration

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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DIY Projects Furniture Makeovers

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 Home Decor DIY Projects Tips & Inspiration

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 Projects Furniture Makeovers

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.