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February 16, 2021

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Hello, DIYers!

Whether you have a piece of furniture in your home that is damaged or no longer fits into your décor OR you are heading out to find the perfect piece to thrift and upcycle, we have all the ideas you need to turn an old piece of furniture into something FABULOUS! With just a few alterations you can give a basic or run down piece of furniture an entirely new look and purpose in your home or garden. All of these DIYs can also be customized perfectly to suit your own style!

Happy crafting!

 

Chest of Drawers Herb Garden

This is a fantastic option for anyone who is working with limited garden space. And isn’t it adorable?!

Found Balcony Garden Web

Hutch With Graphics

There are many ways to turn a dated hutch into a magnificent statement piece in your home! Why not try using graphics?

Found The Graphics Fairy

Porch Swing From Old Bed 

How charming is this?! Instead of flooding another thrift store with a large piece of furniture, give it new life!

Found Funcycled 

Armoire Pantry

Do you need more storage space in the kitchen? You can upcycle an armoire into a useful pantry!

Found DIY Cozy Home

Desk Into Night Stands

They don’t build furniture like they used to! These desks are solid, sturdy, and totally worth the upcycle project!

Found Refab Diaries

Double Bookshelf and Desk

This is perfect for kids needing a study station or doing virtual learning!

Found Apartment Therapy

Door Corner Shelf 

Curiouser and curiouser! This is such an interesting project with a phenomenal outcome!

Found Craftaholics Anonymous 

Charming Storage Bench From Headboard 

Add a charming touch to your home or porch with this storage bench! Perfect for storing shoes, umbrellas, or gardening equiptment!

Found Ruggy DIY

DIY Clock Table 

Upcycle an old or thrifty clock to make a fantastic and trendy table!

Found Love Your Room 

Customized Bar Cart

This project used a basic, unimpressive push cart and turned it into something beautiful!

Found My French Twist

Triple Chair Bench

You can take old chairs and turn them into a fantastic and unique bench!

Found De Ja Vue Designs

Drawer Knob Wall Hangers

Use your wall space! Decorate with the front of your drawers and add cute, custom knobs. You can hang bags, shirts, belts, or scarves on them!

Found Design Sponge

Wine Bar China Cabinet

With fewer and fewer families keeping fine china, china cabinets have become a place to gather clutter. Put yours to work by making it a lovely wine bar!

Found Funcycled 

Coffee Table to Ottoman

You’re looking for a more modern look? You don’t have to throw out the old coffee table for that! Simply turn it into this wonderful oversized ottoman!

Found This West Coast Mommy

Upcycled Pet Bed

Looking for a way to upcycle a dresser? Why not make a bed for your beloved pet?!

Found DIY Network

Wooden Crate as Mirror Frame 

This is a great way to add an extra, natural element to your bathroom!

Found DIY Network

Crib to Toy Bench 

Kids outgrow their cribs quickly! But toy storage stays vital! This is a fantastic upcycle solution!

Found My Repurposed Life 

Bathroom Dresser Vanity

You’ll be shocked at how low cost this amazing project is!

Found This Old House

Headboard Turned Chalkboard 

Add something special to your kitchen, mudroom, or office with a fancy, homemade chalkboard!

Found Confessions of a Serial DIYer

Make Up Vanity

Use an old mirror and desk to create your very own make up vanity!

Found Jen Wood House

Grandfather Clock Upcycle

Grandfather clocks are lovely, but they are also loud and can easily fall into disuse. If you have a grandfather clock that isn’t working in your home, why not consider upcycling it? This couple used a simpler clock to keep the main feature, then utilized the bottom for shelving and a wine rack!

Found Pinterest 

Drawers as Shadow Box Picture Frames

Use old drawers to display photos! Plus there is an added benefit of having a small shelf to add little mementos!

Found Pinterest

Drawer End Tables 

Breathe new life into two over-the-hill drawers! With a simple make-over, these turn into end tables with additional storage!

Found HomeTalk

Garden Bed

Trying to think of something to do with that retro frame? Why not make the bed with some flowers?!

Found DIY Network

Secretary Desk Bar Station

Secretary desks are lovely, but not everyone has a pressing need for one in their home. However, with a nip and tuck, it can turn into a bar station!

Found Pinterest

Basic To Bling

Can’t find exactly what you want for a set of drawers? Find the most basic version and customize it to your hearts content!

Found How To Nest For Less 

Table Leaf into Buffet Riser 

When was the last time you used your dining room table leaf? Does it take up storage space for years at a time? Why not make it work harder for you?!

Found Amateur Decorating Like a Pro

Shutter Cabinet

You can upcycle a set of old shutters into an adorable cabinet! Make sure to give it a pop of color!

Found Good Housekeeping 

Lamp Base Bird Bath

Take the base of a beautiful lamp and spruce it up into a fantastic and interesting piece for your garden!

Found Color Me Thrifty

Crib Into Craft Table or Desk

Another great solution for upcycling an old crib! Customize it to you child’s liking!

Found A Little Learning for Two

Window Jewelry Organizer

Organize your necklaces, earrings, and other jewelry with this great upcycled window jewelry organizer!

Found The Borrowed Abode 

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