Grandma’s Typewriter Desk
This vintage typewriter desk, and antique Royal typewriter are roughly 80 years old (and looked it), but check out the gorgeous finish I was able to achieve with just a little elbow grease. It’s ready for its next (or first) great novel! This typewriter desk was my Step-Grandmother’s. I include “Step” in there, not because […]
Dresser fit for a Tween!
Okay, the owner is actually a teenager, but “tween” went so much better with the saying don’t you think? I can’t take credit for today’s before and after dresser makeover – all I did was give an eager teenager a few tips and she did all of the work. Let’s start with the before: The […]
15 Things to Know Before Painting Furniture
I’ve been refinishin/ painting furniture for over 3 years now, and each new piece brings a new learning experience. Today I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve learned over the dozens of furniture makeovers I’ve done, in the hopes that it will save you some time and effort on your projects. Always, […]
Janice’s Sideboard
Do you have stereotypes for different countries? The people of the country I mean. I am embarrassed to admit that I do. Nothing negative, more along the lines of Australians are beach babes and partyers and Irish are fun and love a pint. My stereotypes are based solely on what I’ve seen on Pinterest or […]
Mid-Century Makeover – Bookshelf
I’m nearing the mid-century mark. Well, in 7 years, but still – that’s closer than I was yesterday. So I’m wondering, when furniture is labelled as “mid-century” – is it really from the 1950’s – or is it from anytime prior to 2000, because if I had to guess, I’d say that Janice’s bookshelf has […]
Office Chairs – Before & After
It’s been a bit since my last before & after post hasn’t it? I’ve been caught up with building plans and playing in the workshop that I haven’t refinished anything (that I’ve shown on the blog) of late. Time to rectify that; Last week, while the stain and varnish was drying on the gallery wall, […]