Drink Station / Planter / Potting Table

A drink station is just the upcycle we need for year round indoor or outdoor use. In the Fall, I can see this planted and sporting mums. It will even work as a potting table in the Spring if you choose to use it as outdoor furniture. Or welcome friends and family to backyard BBQs all summer long and use it to keep drinks cold!

Of course, with the maple leaf design it could also be just what you need for a Canada Day celebration. But if you celebrate 4th of July (or any other patriotic day), switch it up with something symbolic of your own country!

When you see the reveal, you may even want to adapt this as an indoor bathroom vanity.

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How to Stencil on Wood (+ Fix Paint Bleed)

We’ve shown you a few projects on how to stencil on wood (you can see all our previous stencil ideas here). The best outcome is always to stencil on wood without bleeding, but it doesn’t always work out that way. So today we’re showing you how to touch up those bleeds if they happen. Last, but not least, is our stencil storage hack. We have the best way for how to store stencils once you’re finished painting with them! Continue reading →

How to Paint with Chalk Paint – Clock Shelf

Nothing is more fun than trying out new (to us) products! So today we’re showing you how to paint with chalk paint, use a silkscreen stencil and create your own grain sack stripe with tape! Using unfamiliar products can be a little intimidating so we’ll take you through this beginner project step-by-step to build your confidence!  Continue reading →

Hudson’s Bay Point Blanket Inspired Upcycle

Growing up, I always admired the Hudson’s Bay point blanket that adorned my Great Aunt’s bed – with it’s iconic stripes! When I saw this knock-off at my local Value Village, I grabbed it knowing that point blanket stripes would inspire this project.  Continue reading →

Singer Sewing Table Makeover

When we found this vintage Singer sewing table at a local thrift shop (missing the treadle and band wheel), I couldn’t resist the challenge to repair the veneer and breathe new life into it! I had two very distinct visions for it – so we’ve upcycled it twice! We’ll have one reveal for you today and another – more unique one – next time. Continue reading →