Have you seen how expensive cell phone cases can be? And if you like having several cases to choose from, they can add up quickly. Today I’m showing you how to easily and temporarily update your cell phone case with washi tape for a new look anytime you want. First, start with a case (plain […]
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16 August 2014 
Embellished Glass Bottles with Vintage Flair
August 16, 2014 By 2 Comments
I’ve wanted some new embellished glass bottles for home decor, but they’re more fun to make than buy. Plus you can decorate them exactly how you want without having to run to a dozen different stores looking for the perfect style. I started by buying a couple of bottles from Hobby Lobby during a half […]
21 June 2014 
Repurposed CD Holder into Flower Box
June 21, 2014 By Leave a Comment
This project is proof that you can find interesting castoffs at Goodwill and repurpose them into something completely different and useful! Once upon a time, this box proudly held someone’s CDs. It was functional, but far from pretty. To make this flower box, the first thing I did was remove the black plastic holders. It […]
17 May 2014 
Goodwill Chair Makeover
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Happy Saturday! Anyone working on any DIY projects this weekend? I’ll be cleaning and organizing my garage, hopefully! I found this chair at a Goodwill Outlet near my in-laws’ house. Did you know there are Goodwill Outlets? I didn’t – so of course I had to pop in and see what it was like. Honestly […]
26 April 2014 
Paint it White: Mirror Makeover and 6 Other White Projects
April 26, 2014 By 4 Comments
Hi friends, today I’m sharing a simple mirror makeover to show you how much of a difference a coat of paint can make. (Okay, maybe 2 coats of paint.) Usually I like to add a stencil or special paint technique to my pieces to make them memorable, but sometimes the detail is already stunning and […]
15 March 2014 
Advice and Steps for a DIY Chair Makeover
March 15, 2014 By 2 Comments
Hi friends, this is your furniture-makeover-addict contributor Jen from Girl in the Garage with some tips and general advice for doing a chair makeover all on your own. The typical chair makeover can be done in less than a day and without a lot of headache. Read the guidelines below and you’ll have pretty much […]
22 February 2014 
Trinket Box Makeover
February 22, 2014 By 5 Comments
Good morning, LCI readers! I hope you’re all having a great weekend. Today I’m sharing you a quick makeover I did on a wooden trinket box. I picked this up at a yard sale last fall not really knowing what I would do with it, but I knew a makeover could turn it into something […]
18 January 2014 
Washi Tape Chip Clips
January 18, 2014 By 4 Comments
Happy Saturday, friends! Today I’m showing you a simple way to add some personality to a household necessity. These little clothespin clips come in pretty handy all around the house- but we mostly use them as chip clips (and we always have plenty of chips around). 😉 You can buy a large pack of wooden […]
28 December 2013 
Necktie Cuff Bracelet
December 28, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Hi friends – I hope you had a wonderful Christmas! This is Jen from Girl in the Garage with an accessory upcycle today. First, buy an old necktie from a thrift store for a couple bucks. (Or steal one from your hubby that he doesn’t wear anymore!) You’ll also need one button for each bracelet […]
