Well, we have been at this "new normal" for a while now. I have seen my life change in many ways, as I'm sure everyone has. Out of curiosity, I recently posed the following question on a social media site (Creating a Cozy Life - Hygge style): What positive habits or routines that you adopted… Continue reading Positive habits
I hope this post finds each of you safe and healthy. I have been uncharacteristically quiet lately because, frankly, I don't know what to say. I find that personally, I am sick of hearing about the Coronavirus. In contrast, anything else seems frivolous. So I'm just going to speak from my heart. This situation sucks.… Continue reading I’m Still Here…Wondering What I Can Do
I have a thing for old dressers. I love their lines, curves, and style. I love their quality--even if they are in need of repair. I simply could not pass on this dresser. The curved top drawer, the detail in the shape and that cool (and somewhat odd) vacuum cleaner stamp on the back of… Continue reading Old Dresser Makeover
I have a garage full of furniture waiting to be transformed into something amazing. But when a friend sent me pictures of this desk that one of her clients was selling, I had to jump on it. This trestle desk is so cool, has plenty of workspace and tons of storage. The finish and hardware,… Continue reading Trestle Desk with Great Bones
This storage unit is one of the first pieces I ever upcycled. I absolutely fell in love with its shape, and although when I first bought it I wasn't sure exactly what I was going to do with it, I knew it had potential. In its original glory, it had a glass door and sides,… Continue reading Unique Storage Option
I recently hosted a workshop with Erin Cochran of Revealing Redesign on how to get "unstuck" with your home challenges. One of the topics we covered with this wonderful group of fun and energetic people (I'm telling you, this group was a hoot!) is working with what you already have. You may look at some… Continue reading Work With What You Have
We all dream of the perfect home that meets our needs and nurtures our families. Let us help you navigate some of the challenges of creating YOUR dream home! Erin Cochran of Revealing Redesign and Amy Konop of Amy's Upcycles, LLC are hosting a Reworking Home Workshop on February 6th!! Bring your pictures and your… Continue reading Reworking Home Workshop
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
Not all upcycled furniture starts out in bad shape. These nightstands are the perfect example. They are traditional in design and finish, with modern hardware. The client was moving to a new home and wanted to update the look. The nightstands were solid and in excellent condition--they just didn't fit the new decor. The… Continue reading Changing the Style of Furniture
I've noticed a couple of trends emerging this year. Relax, I'm not going to get into politics or any of the social quicksand that we are all dealing with. Quite the opposite. I am finding that people are in a desperate search for a way to feel good. So many people have stopped watching the… Continue reading All The Good Feelings
