Bookshelf makeover

Do you know how THRILLING it is to find something decent in or around a dumpster? I found a bookshelf missing all the inner parts (shelves) several months ago. I thought inspiration would hit right away. Instead, the perfectly good bookshelf shell languished in my garage, collecting dust. In my very concerted effort to use

I didn’t expect another DIY furniture project in my future for a while, but when Wayfair asked me try out their peel and stick wallpaper on a bookcase, I went into all out makeover mode. Today, Wayfair released my second video for their new Inspiration Insiders series, and this week I’m taking you through the process of […]

Inspiration from across the blogosphere of makeovers of common thrift store items that most of us tend to pass right by.

DIY Pallet Bookshelf Makeover - Turn that boring old bookshelf into a mix of modern and rustic

Once I decided to build a Pottery Barn knock-off desk for my husband, I knew the desk would be lonely without a pair of classic bookshelves. Its hard to find good bookshelves people, especially tall ones. When you look online, you find a sea of particle board and bad laminate. Luckily, once upon a time (like... the 90's) you could easily find solid wood bookshelves. The best news is, since "they" decided oak is ugly, you can pick up a pair of these babies for peanuts on Craigslist. After a…

Once I decided to build a Pottery Barn knock-off desk for my husband, I knew the desk would be lonely without a pair of classic bookshelves. Its hard to find good bookshelves people, especially tall ones. When you look online, you find a sea of particle board and bad laminate. Luckily, once upon a time (like... the 90's) you could easily find solid wood bookshelves. The best news is, since "they" decided oak is ugly, you can pick up a pair of these babies for peanuts on Craigslist. After a…

Paint over laminate bookshelf and add a backing for an affordable DIY furniture makeover! #makeover #ikeamakeover #farmhousediy #budgetdecor #homediy #farmhousestyle

Hey ya’ll! If you missed my big announcement on Tuesday, you can read more about it HERE. In a nutshell, I’m out shopping the World’s Longest Yard Sale right now in search of great finds to help furni

With a pretty damask print in the background and a sassy skirt, this bookcase is given a cottage chic makeover with a feminine flair.