Does it look like this around your front and back doors? We don't wear shoes in the house, and as a result, our front and back doors were always piled with shoes. Lots and lots of shoes. It made me crazy and always made the house look messy. I researched ideas for all different kinds… Continue reading Finally–An Entryway Solution!
I love the shape of this dresser with its stacked design, but it looked dated as a result of the drawer pulls and the scrollwork at the base. The dresser had some minor scratches and damage, so I started with repairs. I filled the damaged areas, removed the drawer pulls and recut the scrollwork on… Continue reading Stacked Dresser Goes Coastal
Who doesn’t love a beautiful wooden cutting board? There are so many different kinds… butcher block, end grain, bamboo, walnut, olive wood… I could go on and on. They obviously have their utilitarian purposes, but they also display beautifully. They can be hung on walls, showcased in cabinets, or my favorite—layered against a backsplash in… Continue reading Cutting Board Stand
As is common with older furniture, this dresser is very well made. The only repairs that were necessary were cosmetic from years of use. I started by filling in deep scratches and giving it a good sanding. Since I knew I wanted to paint the dresser white, I sealed the entire piece to keep… Continue reading Floral Accent Dresser
I hate to iron. Seriously. I avoid purchasing items that require ironing. And if I do happen to purchase something that I later discover it does require ironing, I won’t wear it because, let’s face it, once I do I will just have to wash it and iron it all over again. It… Continue reading Ironing Board Cabinet
This bookcase was a roadside find of my friend Tom. He is an excellent scout of cool, quality furniture that just has some aesthetic issues. This bookcase didn’t disappoint. It is well constructed and has sliding doors at the bottom for storage. It is also a hideous shade of green-gold. It actually looked kinda like… Continue reading Whimsical Book Case
My client originally contacted me to build storage cabinets to flank her distressed black buffet and hutch. She does not have enough storage for pantry items and needed a solution. We discussed options back and forth and never really could come up with an option that would give her what she needed without taking away… Continue reading Creative Storage Solution
This little cutie was saved from a dumpster by the keen eye of one of my clients. It is the bottom half of a Hoosier cabinet (the top was no longer with it), but my client's vision was to use it in her laundry room. The enamel top and plentiful storage lend themselves perfectly to… Continue reading Half of a Hoosier Cabinet for the Laundry Room
I’m not sure if you can relate, but when you have pets in the household, guarding your food can be a full-time job. Baked goods that are cooling can be swiped (or licked) before you can even turn around. I have always wanted to be able to eat dinner and relax without having to worry… Continue reading Problem Solver #3
One of the great benefits of having furniture custom-built is that you can solve tricky problems in your home by specifying dimensions, colors, and finishes. My client was looking for a TV console with specific dimensions for her living room. She sent me a photo from Remodelaholic.com of what she was looking for, and the link… Continue reading Custom Built Your Way
