Oh, the Beauty of Possibilities!

Force yourself to look beyond the years

of use and the layers of old paint:

Design Sponge

This Mid-Century dresser was given new

life and purpose.  Isn't it glorious?

Though chairs are priced as a group, it doesn't hurt to ask the thrift

shop volunteers if they would break up the set and sell just one:

Before                                                                                After

Paisley & Polka Dot Threads

How many times have you passed on a chair with caning or webbing

damage?  They're often marked ridiculously cheap as these types of

repairs can be quite costly.  An alternative?  Upholster over the damage:

Jennifer Rizzo

Here we have a typical thrift store tarnished treasure . . . . . .

Natty By Design

. . . . . that was lovingly transformed into cherished keepsake.

          A rather dull 1930's wardrobe was ingeniously

          transformed into charming children's storage space:

 

Apartment Therapy

Although these weathered porch posts look as if they've

been there for a while, the transition to columns with

stone pedestals finally completes this house:

Faux Panels

Another successful exterior renovation:

Angie's List
The marvels of imagination, a healthy
budget, and a competent contractor!

When I first saw the makeover, below, I thought, 'What is that big screen TV

doing in the dining room?'  It took me a moment to realize it's a mirror - duh!

Drab To Fab Design

There really was nothing "wrong" with the dining room before

the re-do but now it's fresh, interesting, and inviting.

The kitchen project, below, is one of

the most inspiring I've seen in a while:

               Before                             After

                                                  

 

Carol Raley Interior Design

If you're addicted interested in the television show House Hunters International,

you might already have seen this unbelievable transformation - a 441 sq.ft.

parking garage in Bordeaux, France, was converted into a sophisticated home:

The actual renovation can be viewed on this
video - I still can hardly believe the results.

That's all I have for you today, loves.  Just thought we all

could use some Thursday inspiration.  Back to unpacking!