I was scrolling back through the photographs of all the pieces I have refinished, and a couple of oldies but goodies caught my attention. The theme? REPURPOSING!! Making something entirely different out of a common item. Let's take a look at a few of my favorites. First up is this suitcase end table. Hard-sided suitcases… Continue reading Throw back (Tuesday??)
Although most of my work (and the majority of my posts) focus on rehabbing furniture, upcycling encompasses so much more. For instance, leftover wood and hardware can be repurposed in many ways. (You should see my scrap wood pile!) A couple of weeks ago I was asked by a friend to create a 30-inch wall… Continue reading A New Challenge
In recent weeks, I have shown you a lot of examples of taking existing furniture and reimagining it—whether it is repurposing or just refinishing. I would like to take a minute this week to highlight a different aspect of upcycling. Making something out of leftover parts and pieces from other projects. Now I know I… Continue reading Making Something from Nothing…Literally
Is that even a word? Yep, it sure is! And my intention with this blog is for you to join me on a creative ride of upcycling to show you not only what it is and what can be done, but why you should consider adding upcycled items to your life. First, let's define… Continue reading Upcycling
