Come see how we transformed this $1.99 Goodwill find:
First thing's first: I cleaned this sucker until I felt like I could kiss it!
Goodwill is great, but I am a total germ freak--everything's gotta be cleaned. I used dryer sheets to get the lint/dirt/dust out of every spot and area, and used a razor to trim the excess fabric on the bottom side of each shelf. After that, I used antibacterial wipes to clean the wood and also the metal brackets.
Next I removed the pins from the brackets and separated the two shelves to prep for painting.
Then I spray painted the brackets and nails in silver, metallic paint.
While those were drying, I went ahead and sanded the wooden shelves to prep for painting. Using just regular acrylic paint, I covered the shelves in 2 coats for an even finish. Then I grabbed some scrapbook paper I got from Michael's and measured the bottom of the shelf. Using scissors I cut it to fit, and then lightly dabbed Mod Podge onto the center of the shelf and placed the scrapbook paper down on top of it.
What was your most recent, inexpensive Goodwill transformation? We would love to know!
This looks fantastic! I am always amazed what a fresh coat of paint can do. I love the scrapbook paper addition too! Wonderful job!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Christine!
DeleteWOW, this turned out beautifully! I can't wait to go to Goodwill to see what gem I can find to transform!
ReplyDeleteGoodwill is awesome for little projects like this one, isn't it? You totally should! Please do link back if you have any recent Goodwill transformations--I'd love to see them!
DeleteThis turned out fantastic, such a great idea!
ReplyDeleteSweet! I am glad you like it, Britni! Thank you!
DeleteThat looks fantastic! I always want to do projects like that, but my problem is I usually give up half way through. Haha.
ReplyDeleteI hear you--I almost never have time, but if I don't make time to do stuff like this I go crazy! I need an outlet for my frustrations form work, life in general, etc and crafting/reupholstery/baking is perfect for me!
DeleteLooks awesome! I love seeing what you've done with this. Super Cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jodie!
DeleteThis is such a neat idea! I love the scrapbook pattern you chose :-)
ReplyDeleteAww thank you, Erica! As soon as I saw that scrapbook paper, I knew that was the one I wanted for it.
DeleteG'day! What a great idea to share!
ReplyDeleteCheers! Joanne
Thanks Joanne!
DeleteCongrats, Cathy! Your shelves will be featured this Sunday @ Inspiration Monday Party! Yeay!!
ReplyDeleteYAY!!! Oh my gosh I am so excited--thank you, Julie! I love your blog so much :D
DeleteLove it, great makeover. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure! Thank you!
DeleteI love that you picked black and made it very modern and classy!! Thanks for posting. I am always inspired by makeovers. Makes me feel that I could do something crafty too!!
ReplyDeleteW00t! Yes--thank you! I am glad you liked my vision as well. You can totally do this!
DeleteOh, my! I love that! Goodwill is my favorite place to shop for home goods and clothes.
ReplyDeleteI would love for you to share your thrifty update with my readers at my Fabulously Frugal Thursday party! http://www.alifeinbalance.net/fabulously-frugal-thursday-linky-party-67/
Aww thank you so much! Yes I agree--Goodwill is perfect for goodies like this. And thanks so much for the invite--I just linked up!
DeleteBeautiful - I love it darker! (Coming from Link Party Palooza)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Michelle!
DeleteSo pretty!! The black is awesome :)
ReplyDeleteAww I appreciate it! Thanks Stephanie!
Deletelove the shelves always love my thrift stores. Lately they've gotten alot of craft supplies in so I hit them up for those items. Thanks for sharing visiting from pintastic party have a great week.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure--yes I love my thrift stores near us as well!
DeleteI liked it once you got it all cleaned up, I would have stopped there, I have no imagination. But I loved it once you added the paint and the scrapbook paper
ReplyDeleteAww I am sure you have imagination! But thank you so much! That is so nice of you to say that :) But seriously, I bet you can do stuff like this!
DeleteSuch a great job! I've featured it for tomorrows Worthwhile Wednesday.
ReplyDelete-Allie @ http://thecraftiestallie.blogspot.com
Thank you so much, Allie! So exciting!
DeleteCheers!
Much better - beautifully done! I appreciate you sharing with Home and Garden Thursday,
ReplyDeleteKathy
Thanks so much, Kathy! I thought it looked 200% better myself, and I am glad you can agree! :)
DeleteWhat a great redo. I love upcycled projects like these.
ReplyDeleteThanks Shannon!
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