I was looking for some cabinets to transform into not only more storage, but something to use as a TV console as well. My budget was $40 for the cabinets, which I knew would be hard to do, but not impossible. I looked for a couple weeks on Craigslist hoping to find something in the free section, which I have seen before, but I did end up finding this desk unit for $50, which did go over my budget, but it included a wood top, which I had not ... READ MORE »
Fast, Fun Shelf Mini-Makeover
I have a super fast and inexpensive way to give a regular bookcase new life. I found this solid wood shelf at a local thrift store for $15. I knew I had to have it, but I didn't know exactly where I was going to put it. I imagined all the different ways I could change it up... Bold paint on the body, and a funky wallpaper on the backer-board was the way I thought I was going to go... but I still couldn't decide where it's permanent home was ... READ MORE »
Before and After: Vintage Golf Toy Box
This project has been a long time in the making! I am happy that I finally get to post it on here! I found this 90s country throw back storage chest at our local thrift store: Deseret Industries. It was in pretty rough condition as you can see... and frankly not even close to my taste. But at $10 for a solid wood piece, I knew it had potential for something. I decided upon a toy box for my son's soon to be room. I thought a little ... READ MORE »
More Designer Pantries
Remember a couple of months ago when we featured House of Smith's (http://houseofsmiths.blogspot.com/) amazing pantry makeover? Well, her beautiful makeover not only inspired me, but motivated a movement of pantry makeovers. I was hoping to follow suit in our new home in Arizona, but the home we're trying to buy doesn't have a traditional pantry... so I will have to come up with something else that's clever. Back to the inspirational ... READ MORE »
Creative Ideas for Under Staircases
A lot of the time the area underneath the stairs becomes wasted space. Or it becomes an abyss to store things in, but scary to ever get something out because everything is so packed in there and it means hauling everything out and then putting it back again after your done. I propose some different options instead. *Food Storage* Doors that open from the side making getting to what you need much easier than pulling everything out to ... READ MORE »
