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Makeover a dresser: Remake a dresser with paint, a little wood putty, new drawer pulls, and fresh detailing. We found this one on Craigslist, painted it black with grey accents, and added Mission-style square oak knobs. See how to remake a dresser

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Makeover a dresser: Remake a dresser with paint, a little wood putty, new drawer pulls, and fresh detailing. We found this one on Craigslist, painted it black with grey accents, and added Mission-style square oak knobs. See how to remake a dresser
Nature's stained glass: Chinese pistache leaves are translucent enough to glow like stained glass when lit from behind. To celebrate their vivid fall beauty indoors, display them on simple glass hurricane candle holders. Gather leaf cuttings from your garden (ginkgo and Japanese maple are other good choices). Press them in a book overnight to keep them from crinkling, then use one or two Glue Dots on the back of each stem, affixing each leaflet to the outside surface of the glass. 20 ways to...
Transform a chair: Turn a drab thrift-store chair into a stylish accent for any room in your home. All it takes is some paint, fabric, basic supplies, and a free weekend. To start, choose a chair with no missing screws or loose legs; it should have interesting features or frame detail. Or turn 2 or more chairs into an eclectic set. Look for designs that have a wooden frame and an upholstered seat and unify them with the same color and fabric. How to transform a chair
Reinvent thrift store candlesticks: Turn mismatched candlesticks into a fresh new set by painting them an unexpected color (in this case, high-gloss indigo). 1. Remove any wax residue with paint thinner and a clean cloth. 2. Mist one coat of spray paint primer for metal onto the candlesticks, holding the can 10 to 12 inches away. Cover evenly with paint. 3. Once dry, spray two light coats of spray paint for metal. Hold the can at a distance to avoid drips. Cover the detail grooves evenly. We used...
Paint a floor canvas: A cool floor covering made from painted canvas is simple to make and surprisingly durable ? and it adds instant graphic punch to your room. You can paint one freehand or work with a favorite printed design. See how to make this floor canvas project
Make a memory book: Create a journal, scrapbook, sketch pad, or guest book with illustration board covered in your favorite paper or fabric. Let the future contents guide your design, using a kitchen motif for a cookbook, or a pocket with pencil for a travel journal. Add as many blank pages as you like. You'll end up with a personal gift or keepsake for about $20. How to make a memory book
Turn castoff bedside tables into a stylish console: To make this one, we removed the drawer handles, lightly sanded all surfaces, and applied one coat of primer and three coats of Benjamin Moore's high-gloss Bunny Gray paint (2124-50). We painted the tabletops with a chevron pattern using a stencil fashioned from 1- and 2-in.-wide painter's tape. Instructions and painting pattern
Make glowing goblets: Turn old goblets and trophies into sparkling candle holders. First, clean them well with with metal polish and a clean cloth. Fill with Microwaveable Soy Wax for Containers (by Yaley; $6.99 for 1 lb.; from joann.com ). Add a Pre-Waxed Medium Bleached Wick with Wick Clip (by Yaley; $2.99 for six; from joann.com ) to make elegant, long-burning votives. How to decorate with what you already have
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