From Steel to Stunning: How We Gave These Church Doors an Antique Front Door Makeover
You know that feeling when you walk up to someone’s house and their front door basically says, “Yes, we are classy, cozy, and smell like fresh-baked cookies inside”? Yeah… these front doors were more of a “Welcome to the utility closet” vibe. There have been more than a few changes since these doors were […]
A colourful bookcase for kids
It’s been awhile since I’ve done any refinishing here on the blog, but we had a neighbourhood “large item garbage day” last week and the temptation to makeover a curb find was just too much to resist! This is the wood bookshelf that someone had set out. I’m guessing it was being used in the […]
How to keep dogs from tearing up grass
If your dog has trampled a path through your yard, then this easy trick will repair the damage and help keep dogs from tearing up your grass going forward. I have three dogs now – two foster-fails in 2024 – and over the winter they absolutely DESTROYED my lawn. I know it sounds weird to […]
Giving my garage workbench a makeover
After 8 years of building, painting, staining, cement, glue, drills and holes, my garage workbench was in dire need of a clean-up. This quick and easy workbench makeover will have you looking at your workspace (or used workbenches online) in a different light. I love my workbench. I love my workshop. Sure, there could be […]
12 of the Internet’s Best Desk Makeovers!
Join me as I delve into the world of desk makeovers – where ordinary desks become extraordinary, and the mundane transforms into the extraordinary. Get ready to unleash your creativity, infuse your personality into your workspace, and witness the power of a well-designed desk in elevating your work experience. I was sorting through my old […]
Black accent wall
Want a high-impact, low-cost, minimal-work way to upgrade any room in your home? This black accent wall brought drama to my bedroom in less than a day! Hey guys! Life here has been crazy-busy – in a wonderful-but-exhausting way. I am a new Auntie – my brother and SIL had a GORGEOUS baby boy in […]
Refinishing veneer tables
Refinishing veneered tables isn’t impossible. With a bit of finesse, and some patience, you can bring new life to wood veneer furniture – including re-staining! It’s been awhile since I’ve shared a refinishing project hasn’t it? Feels like AGES. This refinishing project is a bit different than I usually do because the tables had veneered […]