DIY Countertop – A Tutorial and 2 Year Review

When we moved into our house, the upstairs bathroom had an ugly blue laminate countertop. I never liked it, but I also never liked the idea of paying $200+ for a new one. After much deliberation I decided to try painting them. I figured if it didn’t turn out, I would just buy a new … Continue reading “DIY Countertop – A Tutorial and 2 Year Review”

Turn a Fence Gate Into a Headboard

A few months ago we expanded our fence to include more of our yard. This meant that we pulled down part of our old wooden fence.  We didn’t want all of that weathered wood to go to waste, so we repurposed some of it, and sold the rest. To Make A Headboard: You will need: … Continue reading “Turn a Fence Gate Into a Headboard”

Office Desk Makeover

This office desk was a nice surprise! I have been looking for something for our family room computer space – a.k.a.my computer space, Tom has his own command station since mine runs a little slow ;). I have a thing for things that needs a little extra love and care – i.e. my car who I’ve dubbed … Continue reading “Office Desk Makeover”

How To Refinish Laminate Furniture

This laminate dresser speaks for itself and needs no further introductions: Yes, it was scary looking and I LOVED it! A little backstory here… we bought this dresser June 2013 to serve as a changing station for my daughter who was 7 months old… we had been searching for the perfect piece since before she … Continue reading “How To Refinish Laminate Furniture”

DIY Mid-Century Modern Credenza

I refinished this credenza a while ago, but it bounced around my house until I found the perfect place for it. I think this project calls for a little before and after: Time for the Credenza Project Deets! I first found this picture from WestElm and fell in love. But the price tag was WAAAY … Continue reading “DIY Mid-Century Modern Credenza”