DIY Freestanding Mobile Pipe Coat Rack

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Roeshel

Holiday season! That means some entertaining in our home, get-togethers with families, dinner parties (having a holiday open house today, in fact). Time to get holiday guest ready! Did you ever notice that your own family fills up the coat closet (sometimes to the point of “avalanche!” when opening the door? Or is that just us?!)…and when guests arrive in colder months, coats are stored in the guest bedroom in a pile on a bed? Our solution:

A DIY moveable, mobile coat rack. I am so over the utility types that teeter, lean or fall over when filled up. Know what I mean? This industrial looking DIY coat rack is sturdy, not to mention adds a touch of rustic industrial style.

Materials I used:

(1) 48 inch stair tread (I used red oak but for a more budget friendly option, there was also pine)
Rust-Oleum Ultimate Wood Stain (color is kona and ebony)
foam brush for applying stain, gloves & rags, paint brush for applying polyurethane
Rust-Oleum Polyurethane sealer (finish is satin)
(4) heavy duty casters
(2) 3/4″ flanges
(2) 24″ galvanized steel pipes
(2) 30″ galvanized pipes
(2) 3/4″ tee connectors
(2) 3/4″ nipple connectors
(2) 3/4″ 90 degree elbows
(2) 3/4″ 90 degree street elbows
(2) 3/4″ caps
(1) 36″ galvanized pipe
#12 1 inch hexagon washers (screws)

What I did:

Soak the sticker parts of the galvanized pipes in hot soapy water. (It doesn’t take long.) Remove stickers. Dry pipes and set aside.

Finish the wood. Using the foam brush, I applied the wood stain (brush on in the same direction as the wood grain). Let sit for a few minutes then wipe away the excess with old rags. Unlike pine, the red oak wasn’t absorbing my favorite kona colored stain in as rich of a color so I also applied two coats of ebony in the same way to achieve a darker color. Stain then dries in about an hour.

After the stain was dry, I sealed the wood using a coat of polyurethane. Simply brush on (looks a bit milky when wet but dries clear). I let that dry overnight.

I attached the four casters to the under (unfinished) side using the hexagon screws. Be careful with the screws on the cut side of the wood. Going too close to the edge may cause the wood to crack.

Flip right side up. Set aside the nipple connectors, two street elbows and the caps.

Next I assembled my pipe pieces. Starting with the flanges. Screw 30″ pipes into flanges.

Then add tees to the other end of each 30″ pipe.

Then add the other 30″ pipe sections (one to each tee – you’ll have two poles at this point).

Add a 90 degree elbow to the top of one pole.

Connect the 36″ galvanized pipe (center) piece. Add a 90 degree elbow to the end of the center pipe piece then add the other pole.

Place the pole-contraption onto the wood stair riser (I found the center by using a yard stick). Attach flanges to the wood using the hex screws.

Add nipple connectors to the center tees, then elbows then caps. This creates a space for hanging purses, hats or scarves.

Now when we’re expecting guests, we can simply roll the coat rack near the door for hanging coats. Or use it as extra hanging space in a room without a closet (or one with a packed closet). Handy to have in the laundry room too!

Store it in the basement, a closet, the laundry room, an office or guest room and then move near the door for parties and gatherings. Or if you have room, display near the front door entryway or mudroom area.

I received a Lowe’s gift card to put towards this challenge. Opinion and above idea is 100% my own. More DIY ideas at Lowe’s Creative Ideas or follow Lowe’s on Instagram, Pinterest and sign up for the Creative Ideas magazine and app.

DIY Pipe Fitting Wooden Coat Rack Tutorial

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Roeshel

This little seating area is great for putting on shoes and a quiet pet resting place and I love the vintage mould (I think that’s what the chalkboard is hanging on) but you know what? I was ready for a change. Surprise, surprise! haha!

Time to get creative and since we love pipe and wood projects for a bit of a rustic industrial style (see this), those are the materials I used to create a pipe fitting wooden coat rack.

What I used:

Three 3/8 inch galvanized flanges
Three 3/8 inch 90 degree elbows
Three 3/8 inch black caps
Three 3/8 inch x close steel pipe nipples
Twelve 3/4 inch sheet metal screws (these fit nicely for securing the flanges to wood)
RustOleum Universal Metallic spray paint + primer (oil rubbed bronze)
Scrap 1 x 6 pine board
RustOleum Ultimate wood stain (Kona)
RustOleum Ultimate polyurethane
2 drywall anchors and screws (to secure to wall)

What I did:

1. I connected my pipe fittings in this order: flange, nipple, elbow, nipple, cap.

2. Then I gave them a few light coats of spray paint and let dry.

3. I cut my scrap pine board to 30 inches.

4. Then sanded the edges smooth and wiped clean.

5. Next using a foam paint brush, I applied the wood stain and let it sit for a couple of minutes. You’ll want to wear gloves!

6. Then wiped away the stain with an old rag and let it dry.

7. After about an hour, I brushed on the polyurethane and let it dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Once everything was dry, I secured the first pipe hook to the center of my wood plank. Then secured the other two.

9. I attached it to the wall using drywall anchors and screws.

Perfect for hanging jackets, the dog’s leash, or my tote bag.

Check back next week to see the tutorial for the dog silhouette wood plank wall art tutorial.

DIY Hanging Organizer (for peg hooks)

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Roeshel

How do you add a fun pop of color to an otherwise neutral room? Try Pantone’s Color of the Year for something you may not normally choose. The Lowe’s Creative Idea March challenge was to use Valspar’s Radiant Orchid. Just a small touch adds elegance to my white and gray space.

Inspired by PB’s Gabrielle system, I created a wooden peg hook organizing caddy from scrap wood.

Materials I used: Most of my wood was purchased at Lowe’s and is left over from previous projects with the exception of the .50 yard sale find piece shown below. Adjust measurements according to your own needs or scrap wood measurements. Inexpensive pine works well for this project.

1″ x 10″ x 18 1/2″ (back)
1″ x 6″ x 18 1/2″ (bottom)
1″ x 2″ x 4″ (sides)
1″ x 2″ x 18 1/2″ (front)
1″ deep (or however thick your peg hook rack is) x 1″ tall x 6″ wide (back stop piece)
Gorilla Wood Glue
1 1/2″ wood screws
Wood filler
Valspar Radiant Orchid

What I did:

Mark the center top of the back piece of wood. Hold up to a peg on your coat rack, lining the center with the center of a peg. On the wood, mark the center of each peg placement.

Decide which hole saw bit is just a little bigger than the pegs.

You’ll want your holes to be near the top end. I used a ruler to measure down about 2″ from the top and a level to make a cross mark to show the center of each hole. Drill tiny pilot holes where the pencil marks meet.

Attach the hole saw bit to your drill and using the pilot hole as a guide for the center drill bit, drill/cut holes. I think our hole saw bit is a little dull so the back side of my wood is splintered. (Thankfully no one will see that side!)

Sand and wipe clean all wood pieces. Hang on pegs to ensure holes line up.

Using wood glue, wood screws and clamps, assemble your caddy and let dry. I attached my screws from the bottom and back so they weren’t seen but you could also countersink screws, fill and sand.

I thought that was it for the construction until I tested it hanging on my peg hooks. Oops, front heavy. Using just wood glue and a clamp, I attached the back stop piece to the center bottom of the back. This ensures that the caddy will hang level.

Using wood filler, fill all seams and cracks. Let dry, sand smooth and wipe clean.

Paint the entire wood caddy. Mine took two coats. Radiant Orchid wouldn’t have been my first choice but it’s growing on me and it’s nice to do something bold and fun for a change. I love the Valspar sample size paint…more than enough and perfect for adding colorful accents. Down the road all it takes is a new coat of a different color to re-freshen things up.

Now I have a shelf/tray for decorative items, toiletries in the bathroom

Great for keys, wallet, sunglasses, change, cell phone near the door in the mudroom or entryway.

My peg hook is located in my bathroom but I’d really love to have something like this near the door as well. How about you?

More DIY ideas at Lowe’s Creative Ideas, follow Lowe’s on Instagram, Pinterest and sign up for the Creative Ideas magazine and app!

*Disclaimer: As a member of the Lowe’s Creative Ideas Creators and Influencers network, I received a Lowe’s gift card to complete this challenge. As always, all ideas and opinions are in my own words. The blog post above is what worked for me. Results may vary. Remember to work in a well-ventilated area and to take the proper safety precautions.

Stylish Spaces – That DIY Party Highlights

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Roeshel

One of my very favorite sources of DIY eye candy – your room makeovers. Here are some gorgeous room highlights from That DIY Party…

Entryway Style at Circus Berry

Kitchen Makeover at Turtles & Tails

Kitchen makeover at Fisherman’s Wife Furniture

Kitchen makeover at Maggie Overby Studios

Kitchen progress at Nalles House

Hot beverage bar at Creatively Southern

Master Bathroom Makeover at HomeRoad

Family Room Makeover at That’s My Letter

Fall living room at the Happy Housie

Pudel Design studio reveal

Boys bedroom reveal at Little Bit of Paint

Vintage industrial boys’ room makeover at Freckle Face Girl

Coral, Aqua and Navy girl’s room makeover at The Chronicles of Home

Bunkroom at Hunting Creek Homestead

Twin boy nursery at Our Pinteresting Family

Shared girl/boy bedroom with vintage Disney theme at Persia Lou

See more DIY:

Thanks to these talented ladies for linking up their inspiring creativity and hard work!

Cecilia’s beautiful Christmas Tree for the Christmas tree party & contest.

Accent Wall Before and After

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Roeshel

Patti (my youngest sister) is renting but has permission from the landlord to paint…and to be creative about it too. The entryway wall before had peeling paint…

I scraped and sanded until we had a smooth finish. Holes and cracks were patched using DAP’s DryDex (spackling that goes on pink, dries white) and sanded.

The walls got a coat of primer and a base coat in a neutral light gray color.

Using FrogTape Delicate (the yellow painter’s tape with PaintBlock Technology, safe for freshly painted walls) the next day, I created a chevron/zigzag pattern.

Then painted the zigzag stripes alternating a left-over darker gray paint and left-over gray-beige paint (the color under the tape is a lighter gray).

As soon as I were finished painting the second coat (while it was still wet), I removed the FrogTape Delicate.

Next up cleaning the dingy vinyl floor and decorating.

After (paint is still drying):

Patti just happens to work part time for a thrift store so she gets first dibs on all of the eclectic treasures (and has a good eye for what can be transformed). Lucky girl! If it was me, I’d never get out the door with a paycheck. I’d be trading those dollars for thrift store goodies!

Even though the wall now sports a busy pattern in 3 colors, the colors are neutral enough to work in some fun colorful accents and patterns. {All accessories found on Polyvore.}

teal, gold & gray

coral, black & gray

emerald & navy

gray & mustard

Looking forward to seeing what she does, how about you? Which color(s) do you like?

This is a sponsored post brought to you by FrogTape. The opinions are completely my own based on my own experience.

Entryway Envy

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Roeshel

Our farmhouse lacks entryway pizzazz. Heck, it lacks an entryway. Period. Even if you do have a grand entrance to your home, you’re going to love one from The Three of Us…

Before was white. Plain. Bare.

Add lots of DIY fun for an awesome transformation…

Love the view looking down…what a change!

Gorgeous! See more awesome DIY from Ashley and Luke at The Three of Us. Loving the recent DIY dip dye curtains and DIY paint stick light.

Painted Striped Curtains {apartment sneak peek}

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Roeshel

Painting Horizontal Stripes on Fabric Curtain Panels

Renovating, furnishing and decorating an apartment = very tight budget. With the main floor needing six panels, Ikea’s Vivan panels were a perfect choice. A set of two panels for $9.99 – what a deal! And they’re huge! 52″ wide x 98″ long. I love all white curtain panels but for the main living space, I wanted to add a little texture, neutral accent and simple pattern. I love horizontal striped curtains. We decided to go with three large neutral stripes, starting from the bottom.

Not according to plan: My plan was to do an ombre design from black, dark charcoal to light gray. I ended up with something a little different. Here’s how I did it, my suggestions on what I would have done differently and why my stripes aren’t ombre.

What I did:

Materials:

Ikea Vivian curtain panels
Paint (fabric paint or latex paint)
Sponge rollers (recommend trying foam rollers)
FrogTape
Tools used: yard stick, iron, sewing machine for hemming if needed

I started by pre-washing and ironing out wrinkles, then spread them out (one at a time) on the dining room table. I used a vinyl table cloth as a “drop cloth” for underneath the panel.

Using my yard stick, I started from the bottom and measured 12 inches, then drew a pencil line.

I used my FrogTape on the outside of my 12″ line to create a crisp border. For the next stripe, I measured 12″ from the edge of the FrogTape. Note: My straight tape lines extended past the panel to secure the edges of the fabric to the vinyl tablecloth to help prevent shifting.

I purchased 3 large bottles of fabric paint in black. My plan was to add white to lighten each stripe. However even three bottles of fabric paint does not go a long way with six curtain panels. I ended up using the black fabric paint for the bottom stripe of each panel.

Dip in paint, roll on cardboard/paper towels then roll onto fabric. My cheap rollers meant I had to go over it a few times but once the roller was saturated with paint, it went quicker.

Then…since we are on a budget, I used latex wall paint – which is the reason I ended up with a black stripe, gray stripe and greige stripe…not white ombre, but neutral! Tip: {figured this out after the fact}, water down latex wall paint for better absorption.

I used a sponge roller from the dollar store for each stripe. Tip: DO not use cheap dollar store sponge rollers. Invest a couple dollars in a better quality foam roller. My cheap sponge roller is part of the reason for a “suede” look…which we were okay with and ended up liking the look, but I also would have liked a more solid result. The faded look is pretty too and when time is an issue, it looks even better. 😉

I painted each stripe, let it dry a little, then hung each panel to dry more thoroughly. So, with six curtain panels, it did take me a couple of days.

I wiped the vinyl tablecloth in between laying out each panel. (Pleasant time saving surprise: The paint on my vinyl drop cloth could be seen through the white curtain panels, meaning after the first one, I didn’t have to measure/mark each panel – I just lined it up on the vinyl drop cloth and taped where the previous curtains’ FrogTape lines showed through.)

I immediately removed my FrogTape once painting was complete.

Once all of my panels were dry, I measure the length and cut from the top, adding 3 inches to create a rod pocket (cutting from the top or bottom means one of those needs hemmed and I found painting from the bottom up easier). I love using curtain rings, but again, 6 sets of curtain rings adds up, and this is a budget friendly makeover.

cutting and measuring…

I creased the extra 3 inches with an iron,

then folded about an inch under and ironed that.

I sewed a straight line near the bottom of the ironed fold to create a rod pocket.

***I’ll share what I did with the “top” piece of the curtain panels soon – cutting from the top left me with 6 valances, just needing a hem.

I gave each panel another quick iron over and now they’re hanging!

Before apartment makeover:

Just a peek of the apartment windows before:

Door paint color is Valspar Gilded Pesto (beautiful chartreuse!).

Sneak peek windows after:

Side note: Since the tiny apartment doesn’t have an entry way or closet, I attached some coat hooks (Hobby Lobby) to a board and screwed it to the door – instant cute coat rack. DIY Show Off bag is from Nest of Posies.

Whatdoyathink? It might make more sense when you see the rest of the apartment, eh? Patience, my friends. I know – not one of my strengths either. 😉

Note: I haven’t washed the curtains after painting, but I’m assuming all will be well – after all, the paint doesn’t wash out of my paint splattered DIY attire.

Update: More apartment details! We are still working on some finishing touches and last minute issues that have come up {the joys of DIY!}, so the reveal has been pushed back. However, there are a TON of DIY details and I’ll be sharing those over the next week or two {and while we’re on vacation}. We think it’s awesome and can’t wait to hear what you think! Little by little…we’ll work up to the reveal!

This is a sponsored post brought to you by FrogTape. The opinions are completely my own based on my own experience.

DIY Project Parade and Highlights – Part 2

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Roeshel

Hello, DIY friends! There are so many amazing links each week. I’m trying to figure out how to include the highlights (please bear with me). I think some weeks, a few different Highlight posts throughout the week will be a great idea to get your creativity and inspiration noticed even more! This week, the features are random but I think starting next week, I’ll categorize the highlights. Thanks for your patience!

See Highlights Part 1 and check out these awesome DIY projects you may have missed last week:

One area that is really neglected in our home this year is the porch. With a summer passing by as we renovate the apartment, I’m longing to relax on this beautiful southern porch over at Dixie Delights. Dreamy!

Couldn’t you just run to the next yard sale to see if you can find something this amazing? I love Amy’s {Blissful Bee} vision and the before/after transformation is stunning. What a beautiful settee makeover!

I love that Miss Charming painted the wood on her chairs and the impact was instant updating and WOW! They look fabulous with her new chalkboard wall and pretty white frames. See more at Charming Zebra.

An organized and pretty welcoming entryway is something I’ve always longed for. Jenn at Clean and Scentsible shares her inspiring tips and beautiful styling:

I love old windows. We have a few more around here somewhere and this idea from Number Fifty Three is a great way to create wall old window wall art.

Debbie at Visual Eye Candy shares tips and a tutorial for a herringbone tiled floor. It looks amazing!

How to Tile a Herringbone Patterned Floor Part 1

How to Tile a Herringbone Floor Part 2

Bridgett at Osie Moats shows you how to build a DIY farmhouse table. It is gorgeous and they make it look sooooo easy! Check it out!

Great idea for a small or virtually non existent entry space. Love this mini mudroom creation at How 2 Home…

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DIY Show Off – Mudroom/Back Entry Way Makeover

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Roeshel

My Mudroom/Back Entry Way:

Niski welcomes you to our home. {We lost our sweet doxie girl 12/10.}

Entryway to the back yard before we bought the house with single door and blue carpeting (standing in dining room).

Installation of French doors:

New slate tile floor:

Alphabet Chair accent tutorial

*My chair was featured in Better Homes & Gardens 100 Decorating Ideas Under $100!

Key keeper for those who LOSE everything!. Key Keeper Tutorial

We decided to repurpose this mirror that was hanging over the fireplace when we purchased our home (picture of living room before we bought the house). Remove very carefully. Luckily ours was only held in place by brackets. No glue.

This is the room that I decorate (and I’m not exaggerating) at least once of month, sometimes more.

Ready for summer:

Then it looked like this for a while:

Then a holding room for the wingbacks…

then this..

Christmas 2011: New paint, curtains

No sew drop cloth script curtain tutorial.

Custom Chalkboard Paint Tutorial {and edging tips}

The sitting room is now a special dining space for two:

no sew drop cloth script curtains

valentine's day, dining nook

Sitting room December 2012:

Roomspiration – Laundry Rooms and Mudrooms

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Roeshel

Join in the Roomspiration by adding your own laundry room or mud room by linking up today with Elizabeth from The Mustard Ceiling and her gorgeous stenciled laundry room.

I was getting all ready to do a post full of Pinterest inspiration but I think I’d rather keep it real today and show you our own home. No! Not the laundry room. We hold the record for blogger’s ugliest laundry room ever so we’ll just keep that a secret until there is a makeover to show off.

We have an area we call the “mud room” but it’s not really since no one really enters through these doors. What would you make this space? I think I’ll be looking for some seating to go in here…it’s sunny in the mornings.

When we moved in, it looked like this:

It’s off the dining room. We tore out that single door and installed a set of French doors…

We added a coat/shoe closet to an area that sat back beside the basement steps.

Mr. DIY installed slate tile. Isn’t it pretty?!

We recycled and framed a huge frameless mirror that came with our home…

and here are some pictures of how it’s looked over the last couple of years. I love to rearrange this area!

summer

spring

Then this…

Here it was last Christmas…

The orange chairs from the bedroom makeover (here) even sat in this ‘mud room’ while waiting for their debut in the guest room.

Come back tomorrow when I show you how it looks for fall. The DIY Fall Festival will start one day early this week (Thursday) due to the Roomspiration schedule and hosting Roomspiration-Kitchen Edition Friday!).

Here’s the schedule for Roomspiraton. Hope to see you over at The Mustard Ceiling today!

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DIY Ottoman, DIY Project Parade and Giveaway Alert!

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Roeshel

Hello, DIY’ers! How was your weekend? Productive? Relaxing? Fun? I hope all three! Show and tell time! I’ll go first. I’m still tweaking this catch all/entry area but having so much fun doing it. See the ottoman below? We built it! I’m linking up to

Head over to see some gorgeous inspiration!

Remember when I mentioned we were building an ottoman and that I’d share the spot inside where we enter our home? Well, here it is! It’s just a little nook for right now until we have a real front door (next year?) or until we save enough for Mr. DIY’s dream stand alone refrigerator and freezer, then this little nook in the kitchen goes away. But for now I love that we have a little space to sit comfortably, put on or take off shoes and dump everything when walking in the door.

(Wow…construction in the kitchen creates dust. I thought I got it all! I’ll be taking care of that refrigerator vent asap!)

Lalka is my shadow so she’s usually right where I want to snap pictures – diva kitty!

The ottoman frame (everything except the feet and fabric actually) were provided by The Upholstery Studio. They have entire kits for DIY ottomans! That means, for this 24×26 ottoman, I only picked out the fabric and bun feet and the rest was all ready to be assembled with the assistance of detailed instructions and helpful video. Mr. DIY and I built this together with our own two hands. Here’s a little of what we did:

Pre-dill holes

Glue and screw together the frame

Attach webbing

Add burlap

Glue down foam and cover wood with dacron.

Cover in batting

Cut fabric

and sew cover

Slip on cover and staple

Create welting

Staple on welting

Cover up

Add feet

(and felt to protect floors)

It can be built in just a few hours although I recommend taking a few days…better to spread it out a little and take your time. I’m so proud that we built it ourselves and I also learned some cool things along the way. Interesting bits that definitely help with future projects. Super sturdy construction and bouncy comfy seating! It’s empowering – I feel like I could build an entire couch! Well, you really wouldn’t want to see that but the entire learning process was very helpful for when re-upholstery skills are needed on a future thrift store find. The kit looks a little overwhelming at first because of all of the goodies packed inside, but it’s not hard. It was actually fun and more like a complete course in re-upholstery with everything needed to build the perfect accent piece that matches your style.

I even had a blast designing the fabric myself at spoonflower. If it fits your style, you can purchase it too. Yep, add fabric designer to my list of DIY. Easy and exactly what I wanted…personal/cooking related and a little typography-looking but not girly or too kitchen-y.

Since it sits in our kitchen, I wanted to personalize it for ~~the cook~~ my husband. I really love that it’s exactly what I wanted for this space. I have plenty left to make some throw pillows or covers for bar stools or even valances. I’m still undecided.

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Roomspiration – Entryways

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Roeshel

Let’s get this party started!

What better way to kick off Roomspiration than with welcoming entryways, right? Pop over, knock on a few bloggers’ doors by visiting Laurel Dawn at Abode Love (her entryway is GORGEOUS!) and walk right into some inspiring entryway links.

Technically, we don’t have a front door or entryway yet. Previous owners enclosed the front porch/front door area and now it opens to the side. We don’t use that entryway at this time, we use the set of French doors off the kitchen. So, until hopefully next year when we knock out a wall in the enclosed porch and add a beautiful front door area and entryway, I’m bending the rules for me and here is where we enter our home and what currently qualifies as our front entryway…

I’ll be sharing the entry way area in our kitchen coming up soon. 🙂

And here’s another entryway, the second set of French doors at the back of our home…

This area has actually undergone some changes but it’s not finished yet. Another day or month or couple of months. I’ll spare you the other two entryways because they are frighteningly ugly and it’s not Halloween yet!

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DIY at Blissfully Ever After

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Roeshel

Meet: Jennifer from

Jennifer shares her creativity, blissful and healthy living and DIY. 🙂

This beast of a bathroom after being gutted…

became this beauty! Blissfully ever after? Definitely! Beautiful fixtures and attention to detail. See the full post with more detailed pictures and progress at Bathroom Renovation.

The entryway before wasn’t bad…

But now, with a new facelift, this girl shines!

Sweet scripted detail…

Welcome to Blissfully Ever After…DIY coat rack and wainscoting detail:

Jennifer isn’t only talented with home improvement. She’s a craft genius too. I love these Restoration Hardware inspired baskets. Gorgeous! My favorite project and since she had everything on hand, her cost? 59 cents for the foam brush. Now that’s thrifty and inspiring!

Inspiring, yes? Thanks for sharing your beautiful DIY, Jennifer!

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Before and After at Oak Ridge Revival

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Roeshel

Stunning before and after transformations!

Meet: Andrea, a self proclaimed design addict. Her before and after home transformations are amazing. Here are some sneak peeks. Click the links to see the full original post with more pictures and all of the details.

Kitchen and Dining Room Before

and now, after removing a wall, making one large room and changing spaces….

this is where the dining room was!

I love the white cabinets with the rich wood tones of the island.

and the dining room is where the kitchen was located in the first picture…
gorgeous!

the mudroom is right off of the kitchen…
I love when everything has it’s place (and it’s there!).

See more of this area of her home at The Heart of the Home.

A bedroom becomes a bathroom and if I didn’t see the in progress pictures, I wouldn’t believe it’s even the same house let alone the same room!

Bedroom before…

Ready? You won’t believe your eyes!

The same area is now a beautiful, spa-like retreat.

Rub your eyes. Look again. It’s still a beautiful dreamy bathroom!

Seriously, wouldn’t you love waking up and getting ready to start your day in here?

You’d find me here…getting all wrinkled…in a good way.

See the details at Bedroom to Bathroom.

The living room before actually looks pretty decent in the photo at first glance…

But, they removed the wallpaper, drop ceiling, poorly designed built-ins, old oak flooring, mantel, huge wood burning stove insert and everything else in the room. Literally. Makes the room sound terrible, doesn’t it?

They started fresh. As in this fresh….

Here is the amazing result.

A quiet space to read, play, chat and entertain away from the family room.

Reupholstered wingback chairs (fabric was $4 a yard!).

See more pictures and decor at Out With the Old.

Andrea, you’ve done a super job! The transformation is unbelieveable – it’s a completely new beautiful home. I love what you’ve done. I love your style. Thank you so much for inspiring us and sharing a bit of a home tour!

Pop over to see more. There’s 27 posts in her Before and After category…just warnin’ ya! 🙂

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