This trestle desk has a fabulous design, plenty of workspace, and tons of storage. The finish and hardware, however, were making it look dated. But when the bones are this great, you know it can be something really special. I had visions of this desk sitting by an open window with a soft breeze… Continue reading Trestle Desk Makeover
Sentimental furniture makes me so happy. It is such an honor to be a part of keeping a piece of furniture beautiful and useful for a family. A client recently asked me to refinish her father’s desk so that her daughter could use it. It has the original built-in leather desk pads on top and… Continue reading A Desk for Generations
My client reached out to me to update a beautiful desk that was her mom's. This desk is a perfect example of taking an important piece of furniture and making it fit your lifestyle. The desk was in great shape except for a few natural scratches and dings. She originally asked me to paint the… Continue reading A Desk that Would Make Mom Proud
Did you ever have a quality piece of furniture that was nice, but just not something you needed? Consider transforming it into something you will love--and that will fit your lifestyle! This desk is high-quality and extremely well-constructed. I wanted to take the opportunity to transform it into something completely different. Considering the size, quality,… Continue reading Repurposing Furniture: Turning A Desk into a Kitchen Island
I absolutely love the story behind this desk. My client took over her father's business, and he had taken it over from his father. This desk was the original desk in her grandfather's office. You can actually feel the history and sentiment when you look at it. It was well worn from generations of use.… Continue reading The Sweetest Story of a Desk Reimagined
In speaking to clients and potential clients, I get a lot of information about why people are hesitant to have their furniture refinished. Some people strongly believe that you should never paint "good wood". Others think that a particular piece is too damaged to be salvaged. Still, others are just creatively stuck. They are having… Continue reading The beauty of a paint and stain combination
I recently visited the home of a wonderful couple. When I walked in the front door, my eye immediately went to a fabulous red high chair in the next room. I was curious because the couple does not have small children, but it was just such a cool piece. After chatting with them for a… Continue reading One-of-a-Kind Sets You Apart
I acquired this desk through a friend and I just knew it was asking to be special (and for those raised eyebrows, no-I don't hear voices- but the furniture does have a way of communicating with you if you are willing to listen). The desk is very heavy and extremely well-constructed. What better transformation than to… Continue reading How I Transformed a Desk into a Kitchen Island
I get so excited when I get to work on gorgeous pieces like this desk. It is a high-quality piece of furniture and came to me in pretty good condition. The few areas of damage, however, presented a challenge. The top of the desk had a pretty deep scratch. While normally it could be easily… Continue reading Amazing Desk Transformation
This media unit was given to me by a client. I love the style and character and was brainstorming on what I was going to create with this piece. Then they sneaky little voice in my head started to whisper that I may love this piece too much to part with it, and it started… Continue reading Office Hideaway
