Summer is in full swing. Its been in the 90s for at least a couple of weeks and along with sweltering weather comes parties to distract from (or draw more attention to) the fact you’re sweating and I’m not the only one suffering the effects of water damage. This old thrift store sewing table was too. Follow along and see how I convert this antique sewing machine table into a DIY party food and beverage station. Continue reading “Turn an Old Sewing Machine Table into a Bar”
The best thing is when you go to a garage sale and the person sitting at the TV tray inside the garage says, “There’s more inside.”
It’s even better when you go inside, head down to the basement, and there’s no organization of any kind with hardly any price tags. This may drive some insane but, I felt at home.
I walked through the dark basement 3 times wanting to make sure I saw everything. On the third pass, I saw this outdated dresser under a huge pile of clothes, asked if it was for sale and was told, “If it isn’t nailed down, it’s for sale.” They said $5. I said SOLD. Continue reading “Small 5 Drawer Dresser Makeover”
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”
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”
