Tuesday, June 1, 2010

More DIY Ideas: Creative Salvage Makeovers

One of my favorite topics to blog about is DIY / Makeover project ideas. I really wish I lived in a house with a garage and/or backyard (instead of an apartment) so I could take on more of my own DIY weekend projects...but for now, I"ll just have to settle with scoping out other people's fabulous transformations for inspiration. I found this gallery via Sunset Magazine with some great ideas! Do you have any DIY projects in the works? Please share :)

BEFORE (ABOVE): Chandelier lampshades and lumber



BEFORE (ABOVE): Window frames, lumber and door hinges



BEFORE (ABOVE): Old mismatched candlesticks

AFTER: High-gloss, bold, blue candlesticks


BEFORE (ABOVE): $45 Outdated Table from Craigslist

AFTER: Glamorous Side Table (added 2 mirrors and a fresh coat of paint)


BEFORE (ABOVE): Shabby dresser found on Craigslist

AFTER: Beautiful new furniture accent piece!


BEFORE (ABOVE): Wooden Spools

AFTER: Hose Wrap


BEFORE (ABOVE): Salvaged ladders / lumber / dresser drawers....

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20 comments:

  1. jodi french paper artsJune 02, 2010

    I enjoy your eye for style! I hope you get a work studio too! I think you will create wonderful things...

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  2. ginaJune 02, 2010

    I love DIY! I am always stopping by my local Goodwill and Salvation Army for things. Most of the time I leave empty handed, but every now and then I score something perfect! And it is all so affordable and fun.

    I found this piece about a month ago and refurbished it. I love it.

    http://uselessendeavor.blogspot.com/2010/04/before-and-after-ollies-saloon.html

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  3. AnonymousJune 02, 2010

    So creative, all of it! I would love to have a craft spot. Now I feel like running out to get some paint. xo

    p.s. I'm having a giveaway if you are interested (barnes & noble) xo

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  4. alison (semi-fab lane)June 02, 2010

    i love seeing before and afters. i had to do a double take at the dresser-i couldn't believe it was the same piece!

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    1. UnknownJuly 31, 2012

      That was crazy to see on that dresser.. I kept looking back and forth to figure out if it was legit. But all the drawers are in the same place and everything. I wish I had a full garage I would totally take on some of these projects, so neat!

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  5. Will @ Bright.BazaarJune 02, 2010

    I do love a good bit of crafting! Lots in this great post to inspire me for my next project...thank you, Jules! Will xo

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  6. Kari L.June 02, 2010

    These really want me to go to the LB antique market this month and grab some great(cheap) finds, pick up a can of paint, and let my imagination go to work! Love the candlesticks. Love it all!

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  7. KCJune 02, 2010

    Very inspiring ideas! I love how the candlesticks and side table turned out!

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  8. luxuriouslifeJune 02, 2010

    I have a table that looks just like the before of the "glamorous side table". It has been sent to my basement. I see a glamorous makeover in its future!!!

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  9. Sarah from 20somethingcupcakesJune 02, 2010

    I hope that as I age I become more handy, because I love all of this. Particularly loving those blue candlesticks. xxSAS

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  10. Sarah BJune 03, 2010

    Wow, there's so much inspiration here! I love the candlesticks, the little blue table and the garden table :)

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  11. avant garde designJune 03, 2010

    julie! these were such fun to scroll down and see! really great before and afters :) i especially found the ladders, lumber and chest drawers a super after! what a great outdoor addition to any space. and your bureau inspiration is just what i needed as i'm restoring one right now. i will be posting my before pics soon, and i do mean before, it's sanded and in pieces! :)

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  12. ashlina {the decorista}June 03, 2010

    love the blue candlesticks....so cool!

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  13. Radostina // 79ideas.orgJune 04, 2010

    So creative. Love that garden table. Thank you so much.

    xoxo,
    raru

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  14. Bravehearted Beauty {formerly LLH Designs}June 20, 2010

    Just stumbled upon your blog and am loving it! I'm not a big-time DiYer, but I love the concept and occasionally give it a go...like this super easy lamp shade:

    http://www.llhdesignsblog.com/2010/06/easy-diy-lampshade.html

    Keep up the great work! Love what you're doing here! -Linsey

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  15. AdamApril 26, 2011

    I like the table, made from glass window & hinges. A great idea!

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  16. MarcelaApril 27, 2011

    Julie - beautiful blog and great ideas and inspiration. You definately have an eye for the unique and beautiful. I'm excited to continue to visit your little corner of the world for motivation to DIY. - Marcela

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  17. SarahJune 02, 2012

    Love these DIY ideas! That dresser is just gorgeous.

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  18. AmandaSeptember 09, 2012

    beautiful!

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  19. DebSeptember 28, 2012

    Found you on StumpleUpon and so glad I did. You got my creative juices flowing again!!!! Thanks and God bless!

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