I've long been wanting to upcycle a broken chair into a planter for my yard. I have one particularly bare spot in my front flower bed that needed a good bit of color. Unfortunately, it gets full sun, during the hottest part of the day and nothing seems to thrive in this spot. RELATED POST: 6 Ways to Upcycle an Old Chair We have had over two weeks of days over 100 degrees, … [Read more...] about How To Upcycle A Broken Chair Into A Planter
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Upcycled vs Recycled
The upcycled vs recycled debate is long and ongoing. Staunch supporters of each argue their benefits. Now, you might love debates. At the moment, you might be excited to give your two cents to this topic. But, err... Sorry to disappoint you. Today, we won't promote which one is better than the other. Rather, it's for those who have been wondering exactly what the difference … [Read more...] about Upcycled vs Recycled
Mere Mirror On The Wall? I Think Not! How To Refinish A Vintage Mirror
Mere mirror on the wall? I think not! Today I will show you how to refinish a vintage mirror properly. This ensures that it comes out without getting paint on the mirror or breaking the glass. It's a quick, fun, and easy project. RELATED POST: Kitchen Renovation: How to Refinish Your Own Countertops WHERE TO FIND OLD MIRRORS Old mirrors are readily found at flea markets, … [Read more...] about Mere Mirror On The Wall? I Think Not! How To Refinish A Vintage Mirror
DIY How To Upcycle A Picture Frame Into An Earring Rack
I have seen this project on many sites. But I never could find a step by step DIY on how to upcycle a picture frame into an earring rack tutorial. So I searched for directions, but couldn't find them. That's when I took matters into my own hands. I found an old frame, headed out to my shop, and figured it out, taking a few photos along the way. RELATED POST: Upcycled: 5 Easy … [Read more...] about DIY How To Upcycle A Picture Frame Into An Earring Rack
An Old Desk Transformed To Farmhouse Decor
I recently refinished an old wood desk and transformed it into a farmhouse decor style. This desk was sitting in an old barn for over 10 years. The back was removed, someone had decided to run wiring to it and cut a light switch hole in the desktop. As some point, mice had chewed up that wiring, making it useless. RELATED POST: Antique Child's School Desk Upcycled Into a … [Read more...] about An Old Desk Transformed To Farmhouse Decor