Our Furniture Refinishing Showroom
Design and DIY have been part of my story since my teenage years. For a deeper look into how it all began and how it’s evolved into what it is today, feel free to explore the Our Journey section. Below is a curated collection of past projects and custom commissions that have shaped, defined, and refined my craft over the years.
2021
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Coffee Station
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Another major project for my mom—one of the first in her full home renovation—started in the basement. When she first moved in, the basement was honestly a pretty scary place. After moving walls, redoing the floors, and adding new drywall, she sent me a design idea for a “coffee station/storage solution” at the bottom of the staircase. The goal was to make mornings easier for both her and her guests, without the constant trips up and down the stairs. We started by installing white shiplap on the walls, then I built a custom unit with deep drawers designed to store plenty of tall items. The cabinet also had to be sized perfectly to fit the mini fridge she wanted in the space. I helped cut and install the countertop as well, adding a waterfall edge for a clean, modern finish. To complete the setup, we custom-cut some old IKEA shelves to fit above the cabinet for all her coffee essentials and added a small upper cabinet to house the microwave.
Apr·06·2021 -
Andrea
~[SOLD]
63 w · 18 d · 36 h
The one that started it all. This Brick mass-produced “Brook style” dresser got a serious makeover. Its original white finish was chipped, sections were plastered with princess stickers, and the bottom left drawer was barely hanging on with tape. The previous owner had even left it outside with a “FREE” sign flapping in the wind. The first step was a thorough cleaning, followed by sanding the worn finish until it was completely smooth. Repairs came next: all the drawer components were reglued, and a custom Red Oak base—stained in Walnut and inspired by DIY Wife—replaced the cracked bun feet, giving the dresser a lifted, refreshed look. The transformation was completed with a coat of Behr Loftlight [MQ3-09] and modern Gold Square knobs from Home Depot, giving this once-forlorn dresser a fresh, stylish new life.
Sept·25·2021 -
Countess
~[SOLD]
64 w · 19 d · 31.5 h
This was my first ever custom commission, reaching out through Facebook Marketplace after seeing my Tarva Nightstands listing. Alana had a very specific design in mind to match her French provincial nightstands from a high-end boutique, including a stencil she wanted replicated. After a week of searching, we found the perfect dresser just down the block. We coordinated over Messenger, picking paint codes while I virtually matched and cut out her stencil on my Cricut (a college graduation gift). I custom painted the stencil on both sides and added a pearlescent Metallic Accents Water-Based Finish in White Pearl for the perfect topcoat. A missing handle was replaced with period-specific French provincial hardware from Home Depot, spray-painted in Behr Ultra Pure White. Delivery was a challenge—standing the dresser vertically to navigate three flights of tight stairs—but seeing it in place was worth it.
Sept·28·2021 -
Raven
~[SOLD]
55 w · 16 d · 31.5 h
This vintage blonde 6-drawer dresser was another “FREE” gem found on Facebook Marketplace. It needed quite a bit of veneer repair, and I scored a major win at Lowe’s in the mis-tint section—whole sample cans of Basalt Grey [6208-63] SICO and Volcanic Rocks [6208-83] SICO for just $1 each! When I listed the finished piece online, Brittany reached out immediately. She fell in love with the two-tone modern look and wanted the dresser to be the star of the room, so she chose the tiniest matte black knobs to let the design truly shine.
Oct·10·2021
2022
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Cadet
~[SOLD]
15 w · 12 d · 24 h
To fund my large nightstand project, I needed to refinish and rehome these basic Walmart end tables from my early college years. The legs had taken a beating over time thanks to my fur babies climbing on them, so I repaired the damage with multiple layers of Bondo and sanded them smooth. I gave them a fresh coat of Hazelwood from Fusion Mineral Paints—though the photo’s lighting makes it look blue, the true color is a soft grey. Revived and restored, these end tables found a new home through my Facebook Marketplace listing, sold to a lovely lady for her future living room.
Feb·12·2022 -
Venetian
~[OWNED]
29.5 w · 15.62 d · 32.5 h
In my quest for large nightstands for our master bedroom—without paying $300 each—I may have lost my mind (according to my partner). He caught me one day from down the hall, cordless circular saw in hand, cutting our 6-drawer Tarva dresser in half. No warning—just action. Cramped in the dark corners of our closet, it wasn’t living up to its potential, and I had a vision I was determined to bring to life. I added birch plywood side panels to square up the units, re-attached the rails, and built a custom Red Oak base. I ripped ¼” birch plywood slats on the table saw and attached them to the fronts, then paint-washed everything with a 50/50 mix of water and Spanish Sand [OR-W07]. The tops got a simple white wax from Michaels, the budget-friendly solution at the time. Hardware? None—for two whole years. I finally added Antique Brass Round Knobs that wouldn’t distract from the custom front paneling.
Jan·02·2022 -
Vera
~[SOLD]
48 w · 12 d · 80 h
Late one night on Facebook Marketplace, dollar signs flashed across my screen: a “FREE” upper China cabinet, no damage to the glass or shelves, up for grabs. The seller just needed to clear garage space, so off we went to claim it. I briefly shared my vision and got a shrug emoji in response—clearly, not everyone sees the value in what they own. Vera, however, was destined for more. I added a new beadboard backing, crown and base moulding, and a custom Red Oak base to elevate her grandeur. New hinges, escutcheons, and antique knobs from Lee Valley made the center door functional. Painted in Behr’s 2023 Color of the Year, Cracked Pepper, she shifts from deep black to rich blue depending on the light. Sometimes in this line of work, you hesitate to let pieces go, and Vera was one of them. But her new owner was thrilled, promising to return—and validating every bit of care poured into her transformation.
Feb·13·2022 -
Lauren
~[SOLD]
60 w · 16 d · 32 h
This dresser marked my first major investment in my flipping refinishing era. Originally used as a boy’s nursery dresser, it came with the cutest bear drawer knobs—still waiting for their next home someday. The bottom half was painted in Behr’s Winds Breath GR-W06, a Home Depot “oops” paint with just a hint of blue that contrasted beautifully with the natural pine. I paired it with Richelieu Eglinton 6-inch Champagne Bronze hardware for the bottom six pulls, while the top three drawers received cabinet pulls to keep the seams looking seamless. The top drawers and dresser top were sealed with a clear topcoat to preserve the natural wood. Finally, I lifted the dresser a few inches off the ground following the DIY WIFE YouTube Red Oak tutorial, giving it a fresh, elevated look.
April·14·2022 -
Wood Storage Shed
~[FAMIlY]
72w · 34d · 144h
Another outdoor project completed at my mom’s house—this time, a firewood shed inspired by a reel she had seen, and the perfect solution to her ongoing wood-storage problem. We started by removing the grass and laying down a weed barrier to keep it from growing back. After that, we added a layer of gravel and leveled out concrete blocks to support a pressure-treated 4x4 post frame. We bought 1x3 boards and cut them in half to create a slatted design that added both privacy and texture, while also keeping small pieces of kindling from falling through the gaps. The shed was finished with a single-pitch roof to handle the heavy winter snow and protect the wood from moisture. And the best part? Quinn, my mom’s dog, now has a much easier time finding her favorite stick.
May·26·2022 -
Adeline
~[OWNED]
41 w · 18.5 d · 21 h
This vintage cedar sewing chest was a freebie on Facebook Marketplace from a sweet lady looking to downsize. My brother-in-law and I picked it up along with another piece and loaded it into his truck. The inside was well-worn from years of yarn storage, and her husband had attempted to stain the cedar long ago. After hours of sanding, I painted the exterior with a mix of Ash and Hazelwood from Fusion Mineral Paints. The top was still rough, so I gave it a 50/50 paint wash and added a decorative trim along the bottom, then finished it with a custom Red Oak base. My goal was to turn it into an end table/bench to lure our cats away from the bed. Today, it still stores extra blankets at the end of our bed—and the cats love it too.
June·24·2022 -
Eloise
~[SOLD]
64 w · 16 d · 32 h
This was my first time converting a 9-drawer dresser into two custom nightstands. A lady reached out on Facebook Marketplace, hoping for nightstands in the same style as my Tarva pieces. The only solution I found was a 9-drawer dresser that could be cut in half. I wasn’t totally confident it would work, but I agreed to give it a try. After lots of Bondo, custom-cut pine slats, new front panels, and a raised base, the dresser finally became two functional nightstands. She drove in from out of province to pick them up, and they barely fit in her SUV—just 1/8 inch to spare before the back hatch would crush all my hard work. Once they arrived safely, she texted to say they were perfect—and her husband loved that they looked like Star Wars stormtroopers.
July·27·2022 -
Desire
~[SOLD]
60 w · 17 d · 38 h
After months of back-and-forth, a lady reached out about refinishing a 9-drawer dresser for her master bedroom. She had already purchased the dresser from Facebook Marketplace and dropped it off at my place. Once I started, I discovered it was actually a 7-drawer dresser—the middle drawers were double-depth, creating the illusion of missing drawers. I suggested cutting down the drawer height to add a hidden drawer inside the middle drawers. She was hesitant at first, but I assured her she’d love the design. She chose her hardware on Amazon, but it arrived a harsh yellow—so I spray-painted everything in Behr’s Champagne Mist for a softer look. The dresser was painted in Behr’s Windsbreath, her chosen color. When she picked it up, she was beyond thrilled with the "hidden" concealed drawer element which perfectly stored her intimate clothing and trinkets.
July·09·2022 -
Brittany
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was another “free dresser” find from Facebook Marketplace. I used it to experiment with the popular “dipped” furniture look, creating two slatted side bases for it to rest on. The top was painted in Behr’s Riviera Beach and the bottom in Black, using paint and hardware I already had—so the ROI was excellent. Although it sat on the market for a while, it eventually found the perfect owner. I was actually on holiday at the time, so my partner handled the packing and loading. The buyer was thrilled with the two-tone finish, having searched for a piece like this for quite some time.
Aug·12·2022 -
Sage
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Bri needed a dresser that was slim enough for her space, with real wood elements and visual interest. This piece had been hiding in my garage for a few months, waiting for its turn. It turned out to be a bit of a monster—stripping through layers of white, teal, green, orange, pink, and the factory finish took two full days just to reveal the natural pine body and walnut drawer fronts beneath. We also removed the old spindle legs and built a custom base with new legs, giving the dresser a fresh, modern stance. In the end, some of the wood couldn’t be fully salvaged, so we went with a custom 50/50 paint mix of Behr’s Dragonfly and Whitewater Bay, creating a finish that perfectly accented her space.
Aug·21·2022 -
Adele
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was the first full custom set I sourced and designed for Kyla. She initially hoped I had something in stock, but I ended up finding a pine set on Facebook Marketplace that fit her vision. She wanted a bright, white paint finish from Behr, that paired with the natural pine. Since pine tends to yellow under finish, we applied a light paint wash top the tops to balance the tone. The set had detailed shell embellishments on the bottom of the nightstands, which required careful work to preserve while filling and smoothing other areas with Bondo. I also crafted a custom base for all three pieces to add height. Kyla chose half-round black hardware to cover previous holes and a stark contrast to the design.
Aug·21·2022 -
Matilda
~[SOLD]
60 w · 14 d · 32 h
Maya reached out to refinish her pre-owned teak dresser and nightstands. She decided to only start with her dresser. After debating color samples, she decided on the trendy “dipped” look, keeping some of the natural teak visible. She also wanted to update the original large circle pulls, choosing the popular rectangular champagne gold hardware. The body and bottom portion was painted in Behr’s Spanish Sand, giving a soft, creamy off-white finish, while the top and top three drawers were sealed with two gloss coats of polyurethane for a simple, elegant touch.
Aug·31·2022 -
Brianna
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Jennifer reached out on Facebook after seeing one of my custom nursery pieces. She wanted an gender neutral MCM-style dresser with a white body and grey drawer fronts, so we exchanged plenty of inspiration photos before landing on this smaller walnut vintage 6-drawer dresser. She also wanted some of the real wood to show through on the drawer fronts, which required some color correction and fine-tuning to get the perfect shade and tone. For a fun twist, she chose a colorful speckled pattern for the inside drawer bottoms. There were a few minor hiccups along the way—like the finish turning yellow and the unpredictable weather—which delayed the timeline a bit, but we persevered and brought the vision to life.
Nov·06·2022 -
Davina
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This particular shed was largely built by my talented mom, and I helped out at various stages of the construction. The first step was leveling the ground and laying down sand and pavers, followed by installing a pressure-treated 2x4 foundation frame. The next stage I helped with was adding the tar paper and installing the custom blue siding. After that, we moved on to the soffits and finishing the J-trim. During one of my many thrifting adventures, I came across a pair of solid wood doors. I bought them, painted them to match the siding, and hung them with barn-door hinges. We also attached tongue-and-groove cedar planks—leftovers generously donated by her neighbor from a past outdoor project. The final major task was shingling the roof before winter arrived. I took that job on partly because I'm not afraid of heights like she is, and partly because I wanted to learn the skill myself. Now the shed houses her garden tools and seasonal gear, keeping everything easy to access without taking up valuable space in the garage.
Nov·24·2021 -
Edith
~[SOLD]
32 w · 8 d · 12 h
I found this gorgeous red oak coffee table on Facebook Marketplace for $30. The seller was about to toss it in the dumpster because his dog had chewed part of a leg—absolutely not on my watch. I picked it up, repaired the damage, painted the base in Tricorn Black, and stripped the orange finish off the top to let the natural wood shine. After sealing it with two coats of matte poly, I listed it back on FBMP for $180—and it sold in under four hours.
Sept·07·2022 -
Salem
~[SOLD]
30 w · 3 d · 84 h
Karin reached out looking for a modern update to a mirror her dad had handcrafted years ago. She didn’t want to replace it just for a color change—the piece held too much sentimental value. Pressed for time and tired of putting it off, she asked me to take it on. It ended up being one of the quickest client projects I’ve done, and she told me that finally seeing it finished and hanging in her hallway brought her immense joy. The original oak finish no longer matched her aesthetic, so we went with a matte black makeover to tie seamlessly into her home.
Sept·22·2022 -
Ellori
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Cheryl wanted her original family oak dining set—something she’d had her entire life—updated to match her current décor and finally escape that 1900s orange oak finish. This was my first full dining set project: four chairs, a round table, and a leaf. Her vision was a bright, clean white base with a deep walnut stain on the tabletop and chair bottoms for contrast. I’ll be honest: sanding every crevice of those spindle chair backs and legs took forever—emphasis on forever. But in the end everything came out exactly the way she wanted. Everything was sealed with multiple coats of topcoat to keep the set protected and beautiful for many years to come.
Oct·14·2022 -
Maeve
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This solid pine dresser was left over from a set I purchased last year. The client ultimately didn’t want the long style and traded it in for a discount on their custom project, so the dresser ended up sitting in storage, collecting dust, just waiting for its moment to shine. Right before winter, I finally had time to work on it. Everything I used—the paint, the handles, even the base—was already in my stock, making this piece practically free aside from the labor. The color is Pashmina by Benjamin Moore, inspired by a YouTube kitchen reno; it shifts beautifully between cream and grey tones. To my surprise, it sparked a mini bidding war and sold for above asking price.
Dec·28·2022 -
Annie
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Lorinda wanted her dining set refreshed to better match the rest of her home. The original dark cherry-red finish stood out like a sore thumb against her décor, so she asked me to bring it up to date. This project also happened to be my last one of 2022—and it was a monster. I started just before October and didn’t finish until right before Christmas. When will I learn with dining sets? LOL. I completely stripped every inch of the table, both leaf extensions, and all six high-back chairs. After removing the old finish, I hand-painted Park Avenue by behr, a paint wash over each piece to achieve the soft, updated look she envisioned. When the table was finally done, Lorinda insisted her husband pick it up. Unfortunately, during unloading, the table slipped and one of the corners was damaged—a heartbreaking moment after months of work. For peace of mind, and to avoid any more mishaps, I offered to personally deliver the chairs myself. After all, I had poured so much time into this set and wanted to make sure everything arrived safely.
Dec·12·2022
2023
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Back Entrance Custom Closet Cabinetry
~[FAMILY]
12 w · 24 d · 96 h
When Mom completed her kitchen renovation a couple of years ago, she completely removed a closet that had previously divided the kitchen in order to create a more open-concept space. However, she still needed a functional place to store coats and gear for the back entrance. This custom corner hutch/closet built-in was designed specifically to solve that issue and fit seamlessly into the space. The cabinet boxes were constructed from white melamine and designed to accommodate jackets and outerwear. The doors and drawer fronts were made from 1/3 red oak and feature custom-routed edges for added detail. Mom also spent several weeks finding the perfect stain match, which will be applied later in the summer. To complete the look, I color-matched the drawer hardware to match the patina of her existing handles. If you want this to sound more conversational, more technical, or more like a portfolio description, I can adjust it.
Nov·24·2024 -
Brooke
~[SOLD]
84 w · 24 d · 36 h
Leah reached out from Leduc, just a 10-minute drive from my workshop, asking about refinishing her dining table from Ashley Furniture. It was a thick, textured dark-brown piece with sturdy legs, but her kids had put some noticeable wear and tear on it. She wanted to invest in restoring it rather than buying something new. I completely stripped the original finish and repaired several deep gouges along the edges of the tabletop—clearly her kids enjoyed using utensils a little too enthusiastically, LOL. I stained it using a new product for me at the time, a Saman water-based mix of Colonial Brown with a light coat of Black, which gave it a beautifully rich, warm tone without turning it fully black. To protect the newly finished surface, I applied four coats of topcoat, hoping it would withstand little fingers. In the end, she decided to add a glass piece on top for extra protection.
June·11·2023 -
Ivy
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Anna was the first client I ever accepted a trade-in from. She owned a full four-piece Ethan Allen set—a dresser, armoire and two nightstands —made of solid mahogany. These were, without exaggeration, the heaviest pieces I’ve ever lifted. Since she was moving and downsizing from a three-story townhouse to an apartment, she offered to trade in the nightstands for a discount on refinishing the dresser and armoire. This also turned out to be the hardest pickup I’ve ever done. My partner and I practically had to drag the dresser down three flights of stairs; I’m convinced it weighed over 800 pounds. And before you ask—yes, we tried removing the drawers to lighten it, but this dresser simply wasn’t built to let them come out. I happily accepted the trade-in and got to work refinishing the dresser and armoire. Anna wanted a modern, sleek color to fit her new space, so we went with Behr’s Color of the Year, Cracked Pepper. Depending on the lighting, it shifts from a soft grey to an almost-black, giving the pieces a beautiful contemporary feel.
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Apr·23·2023 -
Eve
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Delivery of this set was a breeze compared to the pickup, and Anna was absolutely thrilled with how her updated furniture turned out. The armoire from the same set also received some upgrades. In addition to the exterior makeover, I cut and installed new shelves along with adjustable shelf pins, allowing it to house her printer in her office while still keeping the doors closed.After delivery, Anna reached out to let me know that one of the original hardware pieces had broken off a drawer. I offered a quick consult to help fix it, and with a bit of back-and-forth over text, she was able to replace and reattach the handle herself.Anna has since contacted me about additional custom work and still raves about her original pieces.
Apr·23·2023 -
Tatum
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Meggie from the south side wanted to give her pine sideboard a fresh, updated look. She chose one of the most versatile paint colors—Riviera Beach by Behr. She still wanted to keep some of the natural pine visible, but without the strong orange tones it’s known for. We left the top and the top three drawers in natural pine and added a white paint wash to prevent any yellowing. This allowed the knots and grain she loved to really shine through. She also requested a bit of extra height so she could easily sweep underneath. We trimed the base and added adjustable feet to the bottom, giving her flexibility to raise it to the perfect height and making it easier to move into future spaces. Megan was one of the easiest going clients I’ve worked with and gave me a lot of creative freedom for this piece. I’m grateful I got the chance to work on this beauty.
June·11·2023 -
Oaklyn
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Laura, a local on the southwest side of Edmonton, reached out about refinishing three pieces. The first two were a large round coffee table and a smaller end table, both with a “printed” sticker-style finish that had definitely seen better days. I gave her a quote and sent her a link to a specific faux-wood look that I thought would bring new life to the pieces. She loved the idea and approved the design, so we got started. For the base layer, we used a neutral cream paint I had left over from another project. Then we purchased Rust-Oleum’s Transformations Decorative Glaze. Using a dry-brush technique, you lightly sweep the glaze back and forth over the base coat to mimic real wood grain. If you ever try this yourself, definitely practice a few times—and maybe don’t start with a circular piece! I made several test samples before attempting it on her tables. The final result was even better in person; Laura said she loved it a thousand times more than the photos. We finished everything with multiple topcoats for added durability.
July·02·2023 -
Grace
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Laura’s third project was a small wine bar in her kitchen. It was a simple piece—very similar to standard Walmart-style furniture. I suggested giving it a more elegant look by adding a quartz countertop I had sitting in my workspace collecting dust. With the new top and a fresh coat of white paint, the piece suddenly matched the rest of her kitchen décor and provided a bit of extra counter space. It was one of the simpler design choices, but it made a surprisingly big impact overall.
July·02·2023 -
Mobile Workbench
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This year I decided to start renovating and organizing my garage workshop for my own sanity. I was spending too much time searching for tools or clearing space to work because nothing had a dedicated place. My first project was building a fully mobile workbench with built-in storage and a large work surface so I could finally stop working on the floor. The base frame was constructed from 2x4s and mounted on heavy-duty caster wheels for easy movement around the shop. I also repurposed IKEA Alex drawers from my old office setup, integrating them into the bench to organize my most-used hand tools and project essentials. Later this year I plan to paint and finish the base to match the rest of the workshop.
May·12·2023 -
Low Rolling Table & Worksurface
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Continuing with the garage organization projects, I built a workstation where I can roll in dressers or nightstands I’m working on without constantly bending down or moving them on and off rollers just to access the bottom. It also provides the perfect storage space for my spray tent and popup tent, keeping them protected while still easy to grab when needed. This setup has significantly sped up my workflow since I can reach all sides of a piece without flipping or constantly maneuvering it. As a bonus, it fits perfectly back-to-back with my rolling workbench, effectively doubling my workspace.
May·12·2023 -
Custom Router Rolling Cart
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
The third project was building a dedicated router cart to prepare for larger projects coming down the pipeline. I needed a sturdy, elevated surface to mount my router, along with a place to install my grandfather’s vise. The cart was designed to line up end-to-end with my other two workstations, expanding the overall workspace. I also incorporated another white IKEA Alex drawer unit that I found on Facebook for almost nothing, giving me organized storage for router bits, clamps, feather boards, and other accessories. Having this setup has made it much easier to create custom edges and channels that wouldn’t have been possible without a proper router table.
May·12·2023 -
Hardware/Fastener Rolling Cart
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
The last major organization project was adding a cart with multiple drawers to store all of my different screws, fasteners, and small hardware. I spent the better part of four months going through specialty boxes and loose hardware, sorting everything by thread, length, and type. It basically turned into my own mini warehouse of fasteners, making it much easier to find exactly what I need for a project. It also helps me keep track of inventory so I’m not constantly buying duplicates and wasting money. The top of the cart will eventually house my planer, making it easy to bring in and out of the shop when I need it.
May·12·2023 -
Haven
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Sana reached out on Facebook asking if I could take over a project she had already started. She had sourced a vintage wooden headboard and footboard for her daughter’s newly designed room and had stripped about 90% of the original finish herself, leaving only a few small areas untouched. Unfortunately, some sections had significant veneer damage, which ruled out a natural wood finish. We decided to go with a blinding white to match the rest of the décor in her daughter’s room. This meant filling in the floral decal and being extremely meticulous with the repairs—because if you know anything about white paint, it shows every tiny flaw. She chose a popular trending shade, Chantilly Lace from Fusion Mineral Paint. The transformation gave the headboard total “princess in her castle” vibes and blended perfectly in the space.
May·27·2023 -
Rue
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was one of my major winter projects working alongside my mom. We started by designing a wall of custom cabinet boxes that would eventually become a bar and hosting area off her kitchen. Like most projects, we began with the design phase, and I created a 3D model to give her a clear visual of the finished space. The plan included four cabinet boxes across, each with matching countertops, topped by two hutches. I not only built each cabinet box from scratch but also crafted six custom red oak doors, which required a lot of precise, detailed work and hours of routing. The doors are currently attached but left unstained, as we want to carefully mix the perfect color and hue to match her kitchen. The upper hutches and the remainder of the project are scheduled to be completed in 2026.
Apr·04·2023 -
Mini Fridge Custom Cabinet
~[FAMILY]
12 w · 28 d · 32 h
This project involved building a custom, slim cabinet into the side of a kitchen island to house a mini refrigerator. Special attention was given to ventilation, with creative airflow solutions added to the back of the cabinet to ensure the unit operates safely without overheating.
Nov·24·2024 -
Custom Island Cabinetry
~[FAMILY]
20 w · 20 d · 32 h
Another custom cabinet project was built for my mom’s kitchen island. The goal was to increase storage by adding three drawers, including a top junk drawer. While the drawer fronts were ordered, I constructed the entire outer cabinet box and inner drawer housing myself. The island is now nearly finished and topped with newly installed countertops.
Nov·24·2024 -
Desk Corner Setup
[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Apr·06·2025 -
Joelene
~[FAMILY]
47.75 w · 15.75 d · 36.25 h
This six-drawer laminate dresser was generously given to me by my best friend’s mom, Holly. She passed it along with a few other pieces, knowing I could redesign and modernize it. I started by removing the plastic molding on the top two drawers and used an IKEA hack—cutting RÖDEBY bamboo armrest trays to size—to create slatted drawer fronts. I then stripped the bottom trim piece and repositioned it lower to better complement the dresser’s shape. For the finish, I chose two of my favorite Sherwin-Williams colors: Tricorn Black and Dark Olive. I also experimented with a new base and leg design, using leftover cedar boards that had been sitting in the garage. To complete the look, I replaced the old vintage pulls with sleek bronze knobs from Amazon. After listing the piece on Facebook Marketplace, I received a few inquiries. One potential buyer requested a repaint and different hardware but ultimately backed out. In the end, the dresser found the perfect home—my sister’s master bedroom, where it’s now happily in use.
July·27·2023 -
Pandora
~[SOLD]
63.5 w ·17 d · 41.25 h
Alana reached out after seeing one of my two-tone dressers on Instagram. After a bit of back-and-forth while searching for the perfect piece, we found a seven-drawer pine dresser that fit her vision. She wanted the natural pine accents to coordinate with elements in her son’s nursery, as she was expecting at the time. She chose Urban Bronze by Sherwin-Williams and spray-painted the hardware to match the antique bronze finish of his crib. I also refinished the matching mirror in the same color to complete the set. The top was stained using one coat of pickling white wash followed by one coat of Golden Oak, giving it a soft, warm finish that tied everything together beautifully. Pickup day was memorable—the dresser barely fit in the back of their car, but with some creative maneuvering, we made it work. Once they set it up at home, I stopped by to adjust the drawer hardware to make sure everything aligned and functioned perfectly.We’ve kept in touch over the years, and I’m currently working on another piece for their home.
July·29·2023 -
Dusk
~[SOLD]
36 w · 20 d · 042h
This was my third and final client of the 2023 season. Lisa reached out after seeing one of my Facebook Marketplace ads, looking to give her living room sideboard and vintage dresser a fresh, updated look. We exchanged plenty of ideas about the modern style she wanted and ultimately settled on a trim slatted design. The original pieces had inset round wooden cup pulls, which is why we used the slatted trim to cover the holes. For the finish, I tried a new technique called dark washing. We stripped off the previous blonde finish and applied a 50/50 mixture of dark brown and black paint with water, giving the pieces that rich, deep chocolate-brown tone. To complete the look, we added bold, chunky hardware to break up the lines of the slats and painted everything in a matte black. The photo doesn’t do it justice—it beautifully highlights the rich, layered tones. Finally, the piece was sealed with three coats of Behr Satin Poly for long-lasting durability. Lisa and her family brought the pieces to their cabin, where they now reside, adding a modern, elegant touch to their space.
Aug·11·2023 -
Holly
~[FAMILY]
48 w · 1 d · 30 h
My best friend’s mom, Holly, reached out about creating a seating chart for her wedding. She had thrifted an empty frame and asked if I could use foam core and my Cricut to design the layout. What seemed simple at first actually became quite time-consuming—we had to constantly double-check name spellings, make seating changes, and update RSVPs as guests cancelled or confirmed. Every revision delayed the final design since the vinyl wasn’t removable once applied to the foam core, making it a one-shot process each time.
Sept·02·2023 -
Autumn
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was my final client project from Sheri for the 2023 season. She reached out after seeing one of my Facebook Marketplace ads and wanted an updated look for her child’s desk, headboard, and dresser. I let her know I’d be refinishing my deck at home and wouldn’t be able to start her pieces until that project was wrapped up, since summer was quickly coming to an end. I started with the dresser first. At the beginning, she was hoping for something with a lot of texture—possibly slatted drawer fronts—but after a few mock-ups, she ultimately decided on a clean and simple color change instead. Paired with understated champagne-gold pulls, the dresser’s sleek but simple, design really stood out.
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Dec·08·2023 -
Maria
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Onward to the desk. The solid pine desk received a full color makeover in Benjamin Moore’s Pashmina, along with a new drawer pull that would later match the dresser and headboard. Everything was sealed with three coats of Behr Satin Poly to ensure durability for years of schoolwork and everyday use. This was actually the first desk refinish I had ever taken on, and it ended up becoming one of my favorite staged photoshoots I’ve ever created.
Dec·08·2023 -
Luna
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Lastly, the headboard and footboard carried over into the winter months, so I ended up finishing them inside the house. It wasn’t a big deal—it just meant I had to hand-paint the finish instead of spraying it. The set stayed protected in my office for a while before it finally made its way back home.Thank you, Sheri, for the wonderful opportunity to work on such a unique set.
Feb·02·2024
2024
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Cove
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Jacinta reached out on Facebook about refreshing her bedroom set. When I picked it up, the set was in rough shape—pieces were falling off and even broke as I transported it to my vehicle. After a lot of reconstruction and some design delays, she drew inspiration from one of my previous two-tone dressers and decided on a tan and moody black combination. We also had to get creative to conceal the inset drawer cutouts that she didn’t want to keep. I know, I know—painting oak is practically a sin—but trust me, these pieces were nearly beyond saving. The final design ended up looking striking and sharp. The set was paired with black handles from Home Depot, spray-painted in Behr’s Champagne Mist. I also added new feet from Amazon to raise the nightstands a few inches, modernizing the base and overall look. These nightstands were the first pieces of her set to be refinished. The other two pieces—a dresser and an armoire—will follow.
July·23·2024 -
Faris
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Do you ever have that one project—the one that lurks in the back of the garage, haunting your every move? That was this piece for me, sitting in the corner for an entire season. Ian reached out, hoping I could finish a project he had started in his youth: a full walnut and oak highboy he began when he was just 16 years old. We started by fully reassembling all of the top sections and drawers. I added custom-routed edges to the top and each drawer, and each drawer received custom bottom slides to ensure they remain intact and functional for years to come. While it may not seem like much changed visually, working with hardwood meant that every cut and routed detail took three times as long as usual. Finally, the piece was sealed with two coats of Behr Semi-Gloss Poly, giving it a beautiful high-gloss sheen that highlights the natural wood grain. Thank you again, Ian, for your patience with the extended timeline—it was worth it to make sure this highboy came out as a perfectly stunning piece.
July·29·2024 -
Emerson
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This toolbox refinish project was incredibly sentimental. My grandfather was a man of many crafts, and his garage was filled with projects in every corner. I like to think I inherited some of my talent from him. When he decided to downsize, I offered to help clean out the garage. This toolbox had been sitting in the corner of his garage for as long as I can remember—collecting dust, metal bits, spiderwebs, and even serving as a home for squirrels. I asked if I could take it and give it new life. I spent weeks painting over the chipped red finish with multiple coats of black. Each screw and glide received a full rust and grease-removing bath, followed by thorough regreasing. I also built a new rolling base to house the bottom unit, making it easy to move and access in the future. The original metal base had fixed wheels that were barely holding on. Now, the toolbox has a permanent home in my workshop, holding all of my tools. It’s the first thing I see when I walk in, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Thank you, Grandpa—I hope to pass this down through my future lineage and live to be even half the grandparent you were to me.
Aug·11·2024 -
Kitchen Nook Bench
~[FAMILY]
96 w · 26 d · 24 h
Another custom piece for Mom, created to complete the major remodel of her kitchen. This nook bench sits beneath the back window, overlooking her backyard. She wanted the perfect spot to enjoy her coffee every day, while also creating a cozy space for breakfast. It was made from previously used red oak cabinets that were cut down and repurposed into the bench. She also had a custom cushion made to span the entire top surface, adding comfort and protecting the wood. What would have been wasted, unusable space—too small for a dining set—was transformed into the most relaxing part of her kitchen.
Nov·24·2025 -
Astrid
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Mom was back at it again, needing my help with another project. She’d had this console table for many years, still sporting its original factory French-provincial brown, and it no longer matched the room she wanted to use it in. A simple shift to black was the perfect solution. Along with the new paint color, I filled in the square “crumb” detail on the top to give the table a more modern look and create a smooth, fully usable work surface. I also spray-painted the original hardware silver to match the rest of the finishes in the room and added a fun, colorful peel-and-stick wallpaper inside the drawers. Simple changes, but the end result felt clean, fresh, and elegant.
Aug·14·2024 -
Brinley
~[SOLD]
22 w · 18 d · 30 h
These were in rough shape when I first picked them up from Facebook Marketplace. Even though the price was low, I quickly realized I’d been swindled—several parts were missing or broken. Still, I had a vision for the final design and was determined to make it happen. I used a custom cream paint mix and built a new red oak base with a style I’d never tried before, giving the pieces a really unique look. I finished them off with copper-toned 5-inch pulls—honestly some of the prettiest hardware I’ve used—which I had snagged during Amazon Prime Days for a steal. When I relisted them, they pulled in over 1,000 views within the first four hours. Crystal ended up placing a deposit to hold them, and I delivered them to her home a few days later.
Aug·19·2024 -
Ava
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was the second piece from Jacinta’s set—a six-drawer, two-door oak dresser designed to coordinate with her nightstands from earlier posts. I started by adding a 2x4 structure to the bottom to support the future legs, and I also removed all the “baby safety” clips that had been stuck to every door. For the design, we decided the pieces should look like sisters, not twins. Instead of repeating the exact two-tone look from the nightstands, we went with a full matte black finish and added a fluted detail to the doors for extra character. The same style of feet was added to lift the dresser off the ground and avoid that heavy, chunky look. I also got a little smarter this time and waited to fully assemble the dresser after we got it up her stairs—much easier that way.
Sept·02·2024 -
Wood Storage Cart
~[OWNED]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I started designing this rolling storage bin cart during the second year of my garage remodel. I needed a way to keep items off the floor while still having easy access whenever I needed them. Instead of storing everything up in the rafters—only to wrestle it down every few months and repeat the cycle—I wanted a smarter solution. Built from simple doubled-up 2x4s and secured with lag screws, this cart is incredibly sturdy. It handles serious weight and brought much-needed organization to a space that was definitely lacking it.
Sept·15·2025 -
Hunter
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I had put client work on hold for a while to focus on a major deck remodel project for my landlord. During downtime on the deck or rainy days, I refinished this piece. The bottom of a china cabinet was something I had sourced while searching for an upper unit for a different client on Facebook Marketplace. The first update was removing the plastic decals on the doors, which had dated the piece. I added the slatted texture on the base and top drawer using scrap from another project—if you haven’t guessed by now, I like to reuse materials before buying new. The paint was a custom-mixed green, blended from four different tester cans. I also built a red oak base to lift it off the ground and stained it in dark walnut, with a custom-matched top. The piece actually sat on the market for a while. It had several inquiries, but no one fully committed. In the meantime, I used it as a console table by my front door. Eventually, it found a permanent home with a new family in the area who were looking for a piece that could function as a bar and provide extra counter space. Sometimes furniture just needs time to find the perfect home.
Sept·20·2024 -
Zara
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
The final piece from Jacinta’s bedroom set was the tall oak wardrobe. After delivering her earlier pieces, she still needed to finalize decisions on the hardware and the swing door design. She chose to continue the black-on-black slatted look to match the dresser. I’ll be honest—I kind of got swindled with how much hidden damage this unit had. One of the drawers had completely fallen apart and needed a full dowel reconstruction and repair before I could move forward. We also discovered that the same slatted panels we used on the dresser drawers wouldn’t fit the vertical space on the wardrobe door, so I picked up a detailed ribbed trim from the orange big-box store to achieve a similar look. When it came time for delivery, the wardrobe proved to be a heavy piece to get back up her staircase, but we made it work. I also added an extra layer of top coat to the surfaces for added protection—especially with little ones around.
Nov·04·2024 -
Backyard Deck Reno
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This was by far the largest project I’ve ever taken on. My landlord subcontracted me to refinish the back deck at our rental home, and it ended up taking the entire summer—literally. Most of the grueling work happened during the demo phase. As I started pulling up the cracked and rotting deck boards, I realized just how massive the project was going to be. Instead of ripping everything up and tossing it, I removed each board by hand, pulled every screw, cut out the sections that were beyond saving, and stacked the “good” pieces so I could resell them. Not everything was garbage, and I knew people would be hunting for wood when planter-building season came around. The unsalvageable boards were loaded into the truck and taken to the eco station—three full trips. Once the boards were up, I discovered that the landing under the step hadn’t been built to code. The entire weight of the step was sitting on one board, and about 90% of it was literally floating—a huge yikes. There was also a design flaw with the outdoor waterline; you basically had to jump off the side of the deck to reach it, turn it on, and then take a running start to climb back up. Not ideal. So I brainstormed with my mom, and together we redesigned the upper platform to fix both issues. We made the platform narrower and added steps down to the waterline. We also installed picture-frame deck boards around the perimeter, which required adding blocking to every joist. Then came the “step of doom”—it was sinking into the ground and was also not built to code. I rebuilt the entire step and the structure supporting it. I finished everything just in time, right as the first snowfall started.
Nov·11·2024 -
Naomi
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
These custom vintage oak end tables, featuring a distinctive octagon-shaped base, were a rare find that I scored on Facebook Marketplace for nearly free. I gave them a modern makeover and added textured wallpaper to highlight the hexagon-style paneling. The wallpaper was a thrift-store steal—just $1 for two large rolls—and I still have plenty left over. I also reused leftover paint from a previous project, making this one of the lowest-cost transformations I’ve ever done. I listed the tables for sale, but their unique shape kept them from selling for a couple of months. Eventually, a buyer reached out who loved the textured wallpaper and thought her furry friends would enjoy curling up in the cubbies inside.
Nov·20·2024 -
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Half Wall Conversion
[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Apr·06·2025
2025
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Zara
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Danielle reached out after seeing one of my ads on FB Marketplace. She was looking for a sideboard that could be transformed into a bathroom vanity, and this project actually ended up carrying over into the winter months from last September. I had a huge backlog of work that needed to be finished before the snow hit, and she was incredibly patient and understanding while I wrapped those up. After a lot of back-and-forth on design choices, she settled on a gorgeous color from @myoldmasters. I applied it with a very light hand—almost buffing it into the wood grain for that soft, blended look. To get the piece exactly where it needed to be, I created several color swatches and samples for her to choose from. I custom-cut and shaped new front legs out of maple so they would match the tapered legs at the back. I also added custom trim to the front and installed new maple side panels to cover sections of wood that wouldn’t take stain. I built new trim pieces along the top to support the weight of the future countertop and cut openings in the back of the unit so the plumbing could be installed later on. The top two drawers needed to function around the sink, so I reconfigured them to keep as much storage as possible without interfering with the plumbing. To refresh the interior, I treated all the inside wood surfaces with Howard’s Feed-N-Wax, which brought a lot of life back into the original material. And throughout the process, I made several trips back and forth between our house and hers to make sure every detail fit perfectly in the space. Some projects take far longer than expected and challenge you at every turn—and this one definitely did. But it also gave me a couple of new skills to add to my arsenal. I’m really glad I got to try something outside of dressers, but I’ll be taking a little break from bathroom vanities for a while!
Mar·04·2025 -
Stenzel Artistry & Design Market Sign
[OWNED]
36 w · 0.75 d · 36 h
Apr·06·2025 -
Harper
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
These custom nightstands are finally done. Yes—done. If you know me personally, you’ve definitely heard me complain about these demon-stands more than once. Rewind to two years ago (yep, two whole years). My mom took inspiration from one of my previous dresser-to-nightstand conversions and wanted her own set made to very specific dimensions. She sourced a nine-drawer dresser that could be cut down into two perfectly sized nightstands for each side of her bed. I picked it up and immediately got to work deconstructing it. Only the basic trim, the top, six of the drawers, and the original hardware were salvageable for these truly Frankenstein pieces. Everything else had to be custom-made. I routed brand-new top edges and redesigned the profile that sits under the third drawer. I also rebuilt the entire frame and both side panels on each nightstand from scratch. One of the top drawers was missing a rail, so I had a custom metal one made by Conrad from FBMP to ensure everything would glide properly. I then built new tapered red-oak bases with fully mitered corners to give the nightstands a solid, modern foundation. From there, I created a custom-blended paint color and carefully matched it to the tone of her bed. I spray-painted the original hardware to give it new life, and I finished the interiors by adding a floral peel-and-stick wallpaper to each drawer. Because this project dragged on for so long, I don’t actually have a proper “before” photo. Thankfully, my mom had taken one. My only photo was from the day one of the nightstands fell off my workbench and shattered into what felt like a million pieces—basically forcing me to start from square one. (Fun times.) I’m honestly just relieved these are finished. And if this project had been for anyone other than my mom… I’m not sure I would’ve pushed through to the end.
May·27·2025 -
Kylee
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I picked up this antique record player cabinet from a woman almost six years ago, and it’s been sitting in the back of storage ever since—mostly thanks to my lack of motivation and commitment. At the start of this year, I set one goal for myself: catch up on all my old projects so I wouldn’t keep carrying around this never-ending list. I decided to start with this cabinet. I custom-mixed a blue/greige shade and painted the entire structure, inside and out. For the interior, I added leftover beadboard from a previous project to give it character and texture. I also custom-cut a pine bottom panel, attached it, and stained it in Golden Oak to complement the blue. The top trim and flip-top lid were finished with a peel-and-stick wallpaper I already had, featuring the prettiest blue pattern. The finished piece turned out so pretty that when I listed it, tons of people asked where the wallpaper came from—but no one was actually ready to buy the cabinet. I knew choosing blue might slow down the turnaround, and that’s okay. I ended up using it as a display table at one of my indoor markets in the meantime. After that event, Megan messaged me saying she wanted it and could come right away. She had a specific spot in her home picked out, and when she sent the final “resting place” photo, she told me how in love she was with the color.
Apr·05·2025 -
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Rachel
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I found this small end table on Facebook after seeing a cool idea for stacking two tables to use at a holiday market. The first step was sourcing two tables—one small enough to sit on top of the other. This one had a dark brown finish that was badly chipped and flaking. I stripped off all the old finish and painted the base in a classic black. For the top, I wanted something more natural, so I did a white/green-grey wash over the red oak to keep it from turning pink. I sealed it with multiple coats to protect it during the market. Once the event was over, I listed both this table and the larger one for sale—and they sold within the week. This smaller table ended up going to a lovely woman who’s using it in her wedding boutique showroom for guests to set their items down while they relax on the couch.
Apr·11·2025 -
Victoria
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I picked up this piece to use as the main table for the Great Canadian Trade Fair. It served as the bottom table in the stacked setup. When I got it, one of the feet had pretty significant damage, and the top wasn’t in great shape either. I filled and re-carved the damaged foot to match the original design, then painted the entire base in a sleek black. The top was sanded down to its natural yellow pine and finished with a cream/brown wash. I sealed everything with multiple coats of satin topcoat so it could handle candle risers and the second table without denting or scratching. After the market, I listed the table for sale, and it found a new home with a woman in Spruce Grove who had just moved to the province. She needed a kitchen table that could be easily disassembled to fit up to her second floor—so it was a perfect match.
Apr·12·2025 -
Rosea
~[FAMILY]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
We found this antique sheet-music cabinet at the South ReStore last summer.I google lensed it to find out it was a very popular days of 1914. My mother-in-law loved the shape, style, and price—but definitely not the color. It needed a lot of work, and the finish was a musty, uneven dark brown. Underneath all of that, though, was gorgeous tiger oak. When we picked it up, the piece was in very rough shape. Most of the finish had worn away or pooled into the corners, and someone had smeared a crusty dark stain over the entire exterior. The inside smelled like a 90s basement and had five broken shelf pieces. The top was splitting from age and use. We removed all the damaged interior shelving and added adjustable shelf-pin holes to support a single new shelf. I lined the inside with some textured wallpaper I had in my overstock to add interest and cover the unfinished wood, and used the same wallpaper on the inside of the door. Every remaining wood surface went through multiple rounds of stripping and sanding. She wanted the final color to match her golden oak kitchen cabinets, since that’s where the cabinet would live once finished. The result gave it the most beautiful, buttery glow. I used antique-gold Rub ’n Buff on the hinges and door knob to complete the look. Sadly, I don’t have a before photo—this piece was part of my “finish everything in storage” series last summer, and I forgot to take one before diving in.
Mar·27·2025 -
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Emi
~[SOLD]
40 w · 20 d · 39 h
I picked up this Bassett dresser (one of two) from@design_fusion_interiors forever ago—or at least it felt like forever. It eventually ended up buried at the back of my stockpile, so it became part of this year’s “finish everything” series. The maple itself was in immaculate condition and really just needed a style update to bring it into a more modern era. I originally planned to strip it down and clear-coat the natural wood, but I also had a huge can of cream paint I wanted to use up. So after fully prepping the piece, I sprayed on a custom-mixed creamy finish. I swapped out the original “batwing” hardware for something much cleaner and more current—the ever-popular rounded antique bronze knobs. I also removed the rounded factory feet and built a custom double-trimmed red oak base to raise the overall height and give it a fresh silhouette.
This dresser was sold/pending and was delivered to its new home in Ardrossan. I also have the matching four-drawer tallboy from the same series set aside for next year, if anyone’s interested in a custom recreation.
Apr·17·2025 -
Livy
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
This vintage oak sideboard was another “free but mangled” find. The plastic decals on the doors were cracked, and over time the middle of the frame had started to sag. I began by removing the decals and pulling out all the nails, then stripped both the body and doors down to raw wood. I left the exterior of the body as natural oak and sealed it to preserve its beauty. To add texture, I used some leftover trim pieces to create wide slats, which I painted a dark grey. I carried this color into the interior and lined the backboard with a monochromatic peel-and-stick wallpaper for a subtle, cohesive touch. The side panels at the bottom had suffered water damage, so I removed them and built a completely new red-oak base, painting it a stark black to create contrast with the body. I chose not to attach any hardware, keeping the front clean and modern. This console actually sat on the market for a while, until a buyer who had already purchased another piece of mine noticed it and decided to take this one home as well.
Apr·27·2025 -
Jade
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
Keeping with the theme of finishing long-awaited storage projects, this vintage blonde dresser was next on the list. I originally snagged this MCM piece for free off FBMP about three years ago, and it’s been one of those projects that sat in the back corner of the garage quietly avoiding inspiration. I worked on it bit by bit while also tackling my deck project. I started by removing a random trim piece and securing the “wave” drawers together. Then I filled the gap with Bondo and feathered out the wave for a smooth transition. To add interest, I used leftover slatted drawer texture from the Rodbey IKEA mats—leftovers from another project—and applied them to the wave drawer fronts. I filled all the old hardware holes and lines to prep for a clean, flat surface. For paint, I mixed Bayberry and Victorian Lace to use up both cans and ended up with a soft, calming color. I kept the drawers minimal and added custom routered L-pulls to the inside top edge of each one. I already had a full stock of these pulls, so I simply spray-painted them with Behr’s champagne gold for a refined finish. In the spirit of reusing materials, I also repurposed an older walnut leg set and base from a previous project to give the dresser extra height and bring in some warm wood tones.
July·01·2025 -
Rae
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I picked up this Dixie Bell dresser off FBMP for cheap from Leduc about three years ago. It’s survived two moves with me and—true to my usual workflow—kept getting pushed to the back of the line while I worked on other projects. But it finally got the refinishing it deserved. Cream tones paired with bronze hardware have been a huge hit in my market, so I decided to keep that trend going. I kept the overall design simple and let the natural drawer details be the focal point. The paint is a custom mix of three white shades my sister had leftover from her home renovation, which created the perfect soft, creamy undertone. I stripped both the top and the base down to the natural oak and sealed them with two coats of satin for a clean, durable finish. This project also became the very first “start to finish” piece I streamed live using my new workshop camera—so you can actually watch the entire process on the livestream tab in the menu. It sold for full asking price within just two days of being listed.
July·13·2025 -
Garage Door Refinish
~[FAMILY]
30w · 1.50 d · 96h
Another project for my landlord at the house—one of many we tackled this summer. A major focus was landscaping: clearing out overgrown vegetation and prepping walking areas to accommodate new gates for the backyard. The deck privacy fence and stair railing we built last year will have project photos posted starting next fall. Our front door also got a complete refresh. The door was in rough shape, with scuffs and bubbling original paint in several trim corners. I removed it from the hinges and pressure-washed it twice, then applied three rounds of stripper to reach the original base layer. After a final power wash and thorough scrubbing, I applied two coats of the same red paint it had originally—but using the highest-grade exterior paint for long-lasting durability. To further protect it, I finished with Behr’s new Top Coat—an exterior, water-based Spar-Urethane with UV protection. The installation was completed with a brand-new skid plate, and all torn weatherstripping was replaced to ensure a polished, functional finish.
July·25·2025 -
Aromatherapy Holders
~[COMPANY]
11 w · 2.5 d · 1.75 h
Joy reached out from one of my favorite spas in town because she was looking for wooden aromatherapy bottle holders that actually fit her bottles properly. The ones she had previously purchased didn’t hold the bottles securely and were prone to tipping over. After exchanging inspiration and ideas, we decided on an all-pine design with a layered construction and detailed trim on all sides to add texture and visual interest. They were finished with an oil-based Minwax stain in the color Fruitwood, which helps protect the wood from oils while providing a durable, rich finish. We also added rubber feet to the bottom of each holder to prevent sliding and keep them securely in place on the counter.Although this project was different from what I normally work on, I was happy to have the opportunity to create something like this and really enjoyed the process.
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Sutton
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
I picked up this pine matching set off FBMP for just $30. The pieces were in rough shape, with significant veneer damage on the tops. We removed the trim piece between the drawers since it dated the piece and added no structural value. The bottoms were cut flat so I could build a base to raise both nightstands up, which helps accommodate the taller bed heights common today. As part of my “get everything done” series, I finally had time to refinish them. I used leftover round brass knobs and painted the bodies with a custom mix of four whites and creams. The red oak bases were stained with a blend of two oil-based stains—Colonial and Golden Oak—to complement the lighter tops. These were listed as part of a four-piece set, including a tallboy and dresser. Christine and her husband purchased these nightstands along with the tallboy and the black slatted console table. They would have taken the whole set, but unfortunately, the long dresser didn’t fit in their space.
Apr·27·2025 -
Gabriella
~[SOLD]
0 w · 0 d · 0 h
The next piece from that four-piece set is the tallboy. This one had a pine base and originally came from a client set that wasn’t needed. I removed the dated batwing hardware and filled in the previous hardware holes. The five-drawer dresser required some internal reconstruction on the drawer glides as well as a completely new back panel. I kept the design cohesive by using the same hardware and paint color as the nightstands from the set. The red oak base was stained with a blend of two oil-based stains—Colonial and Golden Oak—to complement the lighter top. This became another piece for Christine and her husband.
Apr·27·2025 -
Lou
~[SOLD]
67.75w · 17 d · 34.75 h
Lastly, the long dresser. It has had some interest, but no solid bites yet. This piece needed a bit more construction work than the others in the set. We rebuilt the entire base, giving it a fresh structure, and filled in the top crumb crack to create a smooth, flat surface. It features the same finishes as the tallboy and nightstands, keeping the set cohesive. This project was quick and straightforward—honestly a nice mental break compared to some of the more complex custom pieces I worked on this year. I also took the opportunity to purge some of my home décor stash and staged this dresser with a beautiful setup. As of writing this, it’s still available. Fingers crossed it sells before the snow sticks to the ground!
Apr·27·2025 -
Marla
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21.75 w · 17.50d · 30.75h
This was the last set of nightstands I finished this year before officially shutting down my workshop for the winter months. After posting that four-piece set, I had a rush of people looking specifically for nightstand pairs, so I shifted gears and tackled these next. They originally had a cherry-red finish and were made of solid pine. It had been a while since I did a fully stained piece, and I wanted to test out a new process on them. I started by stripping off the red finish, then bleached the wood with oxalic acid to neutralize the tone and keep that light pine color. Worried that an oil-based stain might go blotchy, I used a mix of water-based whitewash and java brown instead, which created the prettiest driftwood effect. The tops weren’t taking the stain evenly, and I didn’t want to resort to paint, so I bought new pine boards, cut them to size, custom-routed the edges, and attached them to give the nightstands a clean, fresh finish. Lastly, I built a new red oak leg base to give the set a strong, solid foundation.
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