Furniture Makeover: Snow White MCM Dresser

A dated and damaged mid-century modern dresser gets a fresh update with new paint and hardware!  I haven't been blogging much, but I have been cranking out some furniture makeovers.  Recently, I picked up a little three drawer mid-century modern dresser from one of my favorite used furniture sources , Facebook Marketplace.   I loved the style and fluted drawer, but it definitely needed some work.  It was missing hardware, had some damage and a bit of loose and missing veneer.  It was nothing that couldn't be fixed though, so I headed out to pick up the dresser and got started working on it right away. ...

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Creating Beautiful Vintage Displays and Vignettes

Styling vintage decor to create beautiful vignettes and displays!  Happy Friday! Sorry for the unexpected radio silence.  If you've been reading my blog for a while or follow me on Instagram then you probably already know that in addition to blogging, I also have a booth at a local vintage barn .   Picking, hunting, styling, staging and having a successful vintage booth started out as a side hustle, but has quickly become a full-time gig and true passion of mine.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE blogging and decorating and won't be giving that up any time soon.  I've just been spending the majority of my time and energy on growing my vintage business .   With that being said, I thought I would share some recent vintage finds, booth photos and a few of my favorite ways to style vintage decor to create beautiful displays and vignettes....

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Dated Dresser Turned Vintage Boho Inspired Chest

A dated dresser gets a vintage boho inspired makeover with bronze pulls and a fun pop of green!  Hey, hey!  I'm back with another simple and affordable dresser makeover.   If you follow me on Instagram then you may have already seen the transformation of this dated dresser turned fun vintage boho chest. I'm much more active and on top of things on  Instagram , but it's definitely been a while since I've blogged.  That's only because I've been so busy and consumed with my  vintage booth .  Just like blogging, I love every aspect of hunting, picking, styling and curating my booth, so I'm definitely NOT complaining.   Having the booth allows me to do what makes my heart happy and blogging allows me to share everything with you.  It's a win-win. Okay, now back to today's furniture makeover and super affordable Facebook Marketplace find.  A lot of people tend to look over dated dressers with curvy bases, but they are actua......

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Friday Favorites: 10 Budget-Friendly Finds Under $35

Beautiful, stylish and budget-friendly home decor and fashion finds under $35 What do you do when there's another snow day?  You raid the pantry for snacks, park yourself in a comfy chair, snuggle up under a blanket and look up home decor and fashion finds.   Sound accurate or am I the only one who does that 😂?  I love shopping and looking online for stylish and budget-friendly finds and what kind of friend would I be if I didn't share some of my favorites?   Today, I'm sharing 10 stylish home decor and fashion finds under $35!...

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How to Get The Perfect Raw Wood Finish

Get the perfect raw wood finish and seal and protect furniture WITHOUT darkening the beautiful different types of wood.   Are you a natural wood/stained furniture lover or prefer the look of painted furniture ? I'm typically a "scuff up furniture and paint" kind of girl, but now and then, I get the itch to refinish  a piece of furniture to its natural wood finish.  There's nothing better than allowing the beautiful natural wood of furniture to shine.   Recently, I bought this little side table from a local auction (find my favorite used furniture sources HERE ) that was screaming for a raw wood look.  Granted, it would have been much easier and quicker to slap on a few coats of paint and call it a day, but something about this piece told me the raw wood needed to shine. ...

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How to Mix Old and New in Your Home Decor

Give your home interest and personality with these simple tips for mixing old and new (vintage and modern) in your home decor!  How would you describe your decor style is a question I get asked often.  My usual answer is that I don't stick to one particular decor style and simply buy what I love.  If I had to describe my style I would say it's a little vintage, a little modern, a little industrial and a little farmhouse.  How's that for a style description?   I have never really believed in the "rule" of sticking to one style and feel the best way to create a home is to fill it with what you love.  You can mix styles and still have a beautiful and cohesive home that fits YOUR unique and individual style.  It's your home and should represent YOU.  Mixing old and new, vintage and modern is my favorite way to give my home a lived-in feel and create a place I love.  Keeping it neutral allows vintage pieces to shine while also allowing m......

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Free Printable: Vintage-Inspired Anatomy Book Labels

Create unique vintage-inspired books using free anatomy book labels!  Did you know I graduated from college with a degree in Exercise Science?   Yup,  I studied exercise physiology, biomechanics and had my head buried in biology, chemistry and human anatomy and physiology books for years.  I even had the opportunity to study a human cadaver, which was incredibly fascinating and something I will never forget.  Although I never put my degree to use, (I got married when I was 22, just 2 months after graduating college, fell into a 10 year career as an insurance agent then became a full-time DIY/home decor blogger) I still have a love for anatomy and physiology.  In fact, I have all my old anatomy books from college that I can't bring myself to get rid of.   So, it should be of no surprise that I decided to combine my love of vintage and anatomy to create vintage-inspired anatomy books!  I was itching for a quick and simple craft and th......

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