Here you’ll find furniture flips, DIY projects and lessons learned along the way – shared to inspire you to give it a go, trust the process and enjoy creating something of your own.
How I Turned $50 Into a $475 Flip
Here’s exactly how I transformed a $50 set of bedsides into something I’ve listed for $475. This is one of the easiest flips for beginners — low cost, simple process, and a really solid return if you get it right. Full transparency – I used materials I already had on hand to keep costs down.…
How To Fix Orange Timber
Want to learn how to flip furniture properly from start to finish? I’ve put together a beginner-friendly guide launching soon — subscribe here to be the first to know. If you’ve ever sanded back a piece of pine and thought… why is it SO orange?! — you’re not alone. The worst part is, sometimes it isn’t obvious…
Beginner-Friendly Guide to Paint Washing Furniture
Paint washing is one of the easiest ways to update furniture while still letting the timber shine through. It’s incredibly versatile and can be used to lighten timber, neutralise unwanted tones, or help different timber panels blend more evenly. The best part? It’s very forgiving — you really can’t mess it up. All you need:- Paint… I…
Hutch & Buffet Makeover — Step-by-Step
This piece started out as one of those dated old hutches that had loads of potential, but also… just a bit boring. Thick varnish, chunky base, orange timber — the whole lot. But the bones were beautiful, so I knew it deserved a second life. I really wanted to keep as much of the natural…
Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Charcuterie Board
This beginner-friendly woodworking project is a great place to start if you’re keen to dabble in a bit of woodworking but not sure where to begin. They make a perfect gift (I mean… who doesn’t love cheese and cured meats?), and honestly, they’re a lot simpler to make than you might think. You can even…
