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Nifty Thrifty:  Repurposing...what have you done lately?  |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1631 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1631 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 01 2022 : 7:16:33 PM
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Thank you, April, for sharing all these ideas! I love them.
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2023 : 6:10:10 PM
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Hopefully this is a better forum for my mermaid bathroom update. Hubby painted the walls in sleeping beauty with an eggshell sheen. The trim is off whites as is the base board. Hubby found this dresser at the Goodwill. It was stained brown. I painted it with white chalk paint twice. I then waxed with clear wax. Each layer takes about 24hrs to dry and cure. I then used grudge grey wax for accent. It is not a perfect job but we are pleased with it. Hubby put the marble laminate and brick tiles and the tile trim.
I had a lot of fun with the chalk painting and waxing. I found out if I put too much wax I could wipe it off before it cured and fix it to what I want. I am not done in this room yet. I still have art work to get up but you can see some of the mermaid decor I have. I also have a small hutch to paint and wax. It will be the medicine cabinet and guest towel storage. So nice to have two baths again. Another note... we also created the backplate for the light fixture.
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TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 02 2023 : 6:14:17 PM
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Here is a close up of the light fixture. I wanted it to resemble dift wood. 
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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nubidane
True Blue Farmgirl
2916 Posts
Lisa
Georgetown
OH
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Posted - Mar 02 2023 : 8:08:59 PM
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Nice job Nancy! I love chalk paint. I have also discovered a product called Beyond Paint that is similar, but you don't have to apply wax.
I used it on a step in our bath going into the tub and it has been quite durable.
Good luck with your Mermaid Bath! So many options for enhancement! |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4319 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4319 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2023 : 03:36:18 AM
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Your bathroom is beautiful!! Enjoy it every time you step in the room.
Farming in WI
Michele
FGOTM June2019
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7121 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7121 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2023 : 03:50:44 AM
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Nancy it's beautiful. Well done.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2023 : 09:17:53 AM
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Thanks Ladies!
Lisa thanks for the Beyond paint suggestion. I am a little concerned about the front edge getting worn down with use from the sink. Time will tell how durable it will be and if I will need to touch it up.
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
7253 Posts
Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2023 : 11:34:06 AM
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Nancy, your bathroom is beautiful! You and your hubby have done such a great job. I really like your wall color. I bet you are excited to have the whole thing completely finished.
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2023 : 5:03:46 PM
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Thanks Krista!
I know he is glad it is done. I mostly picked colors and handed him a hammer and paint roller. I only painted the dresser and light fixture plaque. Now come the fun part putting up the wall decoration. I will post pics when I get the medicine cabinet hutch painted. Hubby took an old night stand and built a tier with shelves and doors. He is simply amazing.
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6666 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6666 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2023 : 11:31:57 AM
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Nancy, your bathroom renovation turned out really nice!! Your idea of a mermaid theme is fun too!! Congratulations on successfully doing such a big project and how wonderful hubby is gifted with renovations skills too! You two make quite a team!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2023 : 3:02:54 PM
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Thanks Winnie !
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4411 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4411 Posts |
Posted - Mar 10 2023 : 3:54:25 PM
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Wahoo, that is a gorgeous bathroom! Loved the repurchased dresser and the sound of your old nightstand too! Great fun colors! What a crafty talented group we have here on MJ's!! WTG Nancy!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2023 : 5:27:41 PM
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Thanks Dianna !
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Mar 13 2023 : 6:55:20 PM
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Nancy, just Adorbs!
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9443 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9443 Posts |
Posted - Mar 14 2023 : 02:26:28 AM
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That is beautiful and what a fantastic makeover for a dresser! Looking forward to seeing the hutch!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." 
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
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Janice
True Blue Farmgirl
191 Posts
Janice
Vancouver
WA
USA
191 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2023 : 5:58:36 PM
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Beautiful bathroom make over!
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2023 : 1:36:36 PM
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Thank you everyone. Been a little busy adding more stuff to the house and I didn't check in sooner.
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4319 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4319 Posts |
Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 5:59:11 PM
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Redid a jewerly box for my granddaughter. Turned out pretty good.
Farming in WI
Michele
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2285 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
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Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 6:31:14 PM
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So pretty! That type of jewelry box always made me think of a Barbie closet.
Vanessa
Farmgirl Sister #6754
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1036 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1036 Posts |
Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 7:22:36 PM
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Michele, that is adorable !!!
TW
When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel !
Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4319 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4319 Posts |
Posted - Jun 06 2024 : 04:24:34 AM
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Thanks!!
Farming in WI
Michele
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7121 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7121 Posts |
Posted - Jun 06 2024 : 05:33:23 AM
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Michelle, you did good, it's beautiful.
Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014
FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023
Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4319 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4319 Posts |
Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 03:57:25 AM
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Thanks!!
Farming in WI
Michele
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1631 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
1631 Posts |
Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 5:03:06 PM
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Beautiful job, Michele!!
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
3140 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
3140 Posts |
Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 6:17:31 PM
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Beautiful! I bet she's going to love it!!
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
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Repurposing...what have you done lately?
