Updated Mid Century Modern Record Holder

Question: What happens when you update something potentially worth anywhere from $15 to $1000?

Answer: I don’t know yet.

I usually look up items on-line before I get to refurbishing something; just in case I actually come across an extremely valuable piece. Thanks a lot Antiques Roadshow.

This time, I picked up a beautiful old Mid Century Modern Record Holder (or is it a magazine rack?) and painted it the very next day. I then got the bright idea of looking it up mainly because I wanted to make sure I priced it right before I sold it. Continue reading “Updated Mid Century Modern Record Holder”

Turn An Old Changing Table Into A Potting Bench

I received an old changing table from my sister-in-law because she knew I’d do something with it and lemme tell you, it’s flattering when someone knows you’ll do something with whatever they give you. I’d seen old changing tables turned into potting benches so I thought, why not. Continue reading “Turn An Old Changing Table Into A Potting Bench”

Refurbished Industrial Styled Mid-Century Fan Turned Lamp

I’ve recently acquired a true appreciation for the look and feel of vintage, mid-century items, especially those made of metal and the one thing which encompasses these characteristics are the old table top fans from around the 50’s and prior. It’s one of those things where you realize you like something and then you start seeing it practically everywhere. Continue reading “Refurbished Industrial Styled Mid-Century Fan Turned Lamp”