Amazing Upcycled Furniture Projects / Thrift Store and Dump Finds Transformed

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Amazing Upcycled Furniture Projects / Thrift Store and Dump Finds Transformed
Welcome to my exciting world of making old furniture amazing again! In this big video, we're showing you how we turn old furniture from thrift stores and even stuff people throw away into something awesome. It's like magic!
You'll see how we find hidden treasures in thrift stores, and we're also rescuing furniture that others think is trash. We'll show you step by step how we do it, so you can do it too. And guess what? It's not just cool, it's good for the planet too!
I love making things look beautiful, and we'll teach you how to do it. Whether you're already a DIY pro or just getting started, this video will give you ideas and show you how to make your home look fantastic.
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@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

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@DonnaDB777 8 ай бұрын

What wax did you use on the painted fabric seats on the chairs? I am going to attempt this!

@user-gh7xn1xn1t 11 күн бұрын

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@cbjk2929 Ай бұрын

With the wood burning you would have more even look with a wider tip burner and go with the grain instead of against

@angieprice4618 Жыл бұрын

My uncles had a dump we would go to my mom would find things and refurbish, this brought some memories flooding in❤️

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

What wonderful memories I’m so glad you enjoyed

@cathysmith7072 Жыл бұрын

The little wicker “table” is actually an Antique Victorian Sewing Box…great find!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

It’s just beautiful I love it

@nataliemarshall7158 3 ай бұрын

@@OurUpcycledLifeI wonder if the linseed oil you used on the rocker would have reduced the brittleness of the wicker on the sewing basket/planter? Or use the linseed oil to moisturise and when it dries off spray the lacquer over the top? I doubt you will see my comment 8 months after the fact but if by chance you do I would love to know your experienced opinion on this suggestion.

@DanceQueen5122 Ай бұрын

Yes I recognized it immediately Grandmother’s family were all seamstresses,sewing , knitting ,embroidery thread and ribbon along with tatting. All by hand . Wow what a find !❤

@lzrd8460 11 ай бұрын

I can’t believe someone threw this bench away. It’s gorgeous & the fleshing up you did was exactly what it needed! I’m soooo jealous! 😊

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!

@c.kaufman2270 9 ай бұрын

The tip about the cardboard box was great. Thank you for teaching us.

@OurUpcycledLife 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@IneldaFitte 17 күн бұрын

I must admit that I doubted the process, but you accomplished marvelous results on all the projects. I am hooked.

@OurUpcycledLife 14 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@suebryant1188 13 күн бұрын

At one time I worked for a furniture refinisher. He taught me to put keys on a ring and slam those into the furniture to distress it.😁 Very therapeutic!

@OurUpcycledLife 8 күн бұрын

That’s a great tip thank you so much for sharing

@Chris-hp8yf 18 күн бұрын

The finished pine cabinet is beautiful in its transformed state.

@OurUpcycledLife 14 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@earlscott2065 3 күн бұрын

The bench is beautiful!

@OurUpcycledLife 3 күн бұрын

Thanks 😊

@marcibrown7944 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the tip on putting art on your TV screen. I’ve seen a lot of people do it and now I can do that, also!😊

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@lindanoreika893 11 ай бұрын

Gorgeous

@sunnyb70 3 ай бұрын

I happen to like raw pine. I would just seal it and add accent cushions to that bench.

@katarzynabielanska6810 11 ай бұрын

This upcyckled bench is looking amazing ❤

@OurUpcycledLife 10 ай бұрын

Thanks

@melindamoore9449 Ай бұрын

Your friends table and chairs turned out fantastic with the fabric softner and blue paint method! What a deal. Had. never heard of using fabric softener to do this. Great idea!

@OurUpcycledLife Ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@pinkimposter4407 Ай бұрын

I love the bench

@OurUpcycledLife Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@connieacree4006 11 ай бұрын

I love the rocking chair. Love the natural color. I personally do not care for all the process that's gone through to make a piece of furniture look rustic. 😊

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

I understand

@spudspuddy 2 ай бұрын

oh and that yellow chair is beautiful, i love mustard colour

@OurUpcycledLife 2 ай бұрын

Me too!!

@charleneblake1146 9 ай бұрын

These were so beautifully updated. I really loved the bench❤

@OurUpcycledLife 9 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@jennymeek6211 12 сағат бұрын

love the bench, what a priceless find! Thanks for great projects.

@OurUpcycledLife 3 сағат бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@debbieking3163 Жыл бұрын

I always love your upcycles!! You make me believe I can do DIY's myself! Your instructions are so clear! I have to say I am jealous-you are wearing a jacket outside! It is 100 degrees here in Louisiana right now!!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Cool mornings ❤️

@chellepitts6677 11 ай бұрын

The caned rocker looks exactly like my grandmother’s that she sat in all the time…wish I had it! She was born in 1881 !! Love, love the chippy yellow bench!!!!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Oh the memories

@ciereneevans9833 14 күн бұрын

I’m not into distressed looks but love your chalk paint and stained wood. Maybe I would have oiled the sewing basket first to feed it so it wouldn’t be so fragile?

@OurUpcycledLife 12 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

@xmobile. 11 ай бұрын

56:16 Oh, wow. This yellow bench is my favorite. Absolutely gorgeous!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Yes I love it

@AM-ei7qk 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your tips. I love all of your upcycling projects ❤️❤❤❤❤

@OurUpcycledLife 10 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@thanaahassan7928 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful job thank you for sharing ❤

@OurUpcycledLife 10 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

@margaretdillinger5090 Жыл бұрын

I’m so jealous, you get to find fantastic pieces in the dump. I love how the cabinet turned out.

@terrisangels4499 Жыл бұрын

Me too. We can't take anything from the dump. So sad

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@beckaspaz 8 ай бұрын

A dry sponge helps remove the paper for those with sensitive fingers. 😊 Love the video, it's very insightful and inspiring! Thank you! ♡♡

@OurUpcycledLife 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

@joantrainor6584 Жыл бұрын

I was happy to see you use products to enhance the wood on the rocking chair t show the beauty of th

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@vivianbunch1963 11 ай бұрын

I enjoyed watching this video. So many beautiful project outcomes👍❤️

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@brendaelledge9702 11 ай бұрын

I’m so excited to try to paint + fabric softener method! 😃

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Have fun!

@c.kaufman2270 9 ай бұрын

Wow! I love this technique!

@OurUpcycledLife 9 ай бұрын

So glad!

@Scarlet-qg1xi 11 ай бұрын

I loved the yellow rustic bench, but without the decoupaged words. Just gorgeous!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@user-gw5kb4in6x 23 күн бұрын

What a lucky find. Chippy sounds perfect!!

@janeenmckenzie4586 6 ай бұрын

I just loved you mistake section 😊

@OurUpcycledLife 6 ай бұрын

😁

@user-rk1tf2zm2s 11 ай бұрын

OMG FANTASTIC

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

@Mountaingirl411 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love that yellow chippy bench! I’m so glad you didn’t paint over the natural aged finish, you did a great job!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@cuervojones4889 11 ай бұрын

It's amazing the stuff people throw away. Perfectly good stuff they could donate to the Restore or St Vincent de Paul or even list on Freecycle.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

I agree

@debbied3116 Жыл бұрын

Love the yellow bench!! Enjoyed the different projects you did! Inspirationaal for sure. Thanks for sharing!!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@jackieburnett6881 Жыл бұрын

Wow! You find such great things at the dump and beside the road! Fantastic projects!! We do not have that luxury to items around here. Everything was beautiful!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@MyName-zd9pe Жыл бұрын

Love all the upcycles! It was like watching the "Flea Market Flip" show without the drama. Lol! The yellow bench and burnt one are my favorites! Have you seen the "Shou Sugi Ban" burnt wood/color technique done? It's beautiful. You almost achieved that with the mulit-colored bench/table. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video and sharing it. Love from Kentucky, God bless. 🙏🏻✝

@cloudiadame7099 Жыл бұрын

I love Flea Market Flip and miss the show…drama and all!😅

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!

@sharronschornagel2714 11 ай бұрын

Loved all your upcycles

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@lauragreen4899 11 ай бұрын

The yellow bench.....the front and back look like the headboard and footboard of an old bed turned upside down. Or maybe two matching twin headboards. Great find.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Could be

@pattyg2521 Жыл бұрын

Loved, loved, loved the yellow bench. Didn't think it could look that gorgeous. You're amazing!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@rebeccaolsen798 2 ай бұрын

I love, love, love that little red shelf with the giftwrap top! The wrinkles actually gave it a texture that looked intentional, which I like.

@OurUpcycledLife 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@Silvana82068 11 ай бұрын

Just amazing! Love it

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Glad you like it!

@marykunselman284 11 ай бұрын

Turned out so nice

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@bonniesf6719 11 ай бұрын

Genius!

@donnadozier4294 Жыл бұрын

What a fun video! I love how you can turn dumped items into beautiful reclaimed furnishings. Thank you for sharing!❤

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@user-nh8sm5xc5b 11 ай бұрын

So many great tips and ideas! Thank you

@OurUpcycledLife 10 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@adorablerepurposals6745 11 ай бұрын

Oh my! It’s only, a little more than, halfway through and I’m loving all of them.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

So glad enjoyed

@cynthiakane9928 9 ай бұрын

❤ I am happy to say that I found your channel about two months ago and want to express my "deepest thank you" for providing projects and materials at an easier price for those of us that are on a very small fixed income. THANK YOU for making all of this possible because I do enjoy thrift storing, great finds and always a mystery of what you might see😊 Bless you for all you do for us😊

@OurUpcycledLife 9 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@tinah.2593 Жыл бұрын

All the upcycles turned out great, but my very favorite is the yellow bench. It turned out fantastic!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@buildinginspectorsnewcastl7654 16 күн бұрын

Your content is always engaging and informative.

@OurUpcycledLife 14 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@southernfriedheathen994 2 ай бұрын

That yellow bench was an amazing find! I love it! I must say though...the words added to it gave it a cliche craft look and really took away it's aged charm.

@OurUpcycledLife 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@deniserice1611 11 ай бұрын

Love your up-cycling techs. Remember you can use Lin seed oil on wicker too. When I seen you varnish over the wicker plant stand and not apply Lin seed brought the thought to me of using Lin seed to slow down the cracking while you were working on it.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Great point!

@bevjensen2278 11 ай бұрын

I agree with painting the backs of everything. I used to sell lots of upcycled furniture in our store and always painted the back of every piece, otherwise it looks like you were just to cheap or lazy to do it, and it undermines the value of the piece and reflects badly on your attitude towards your work. Your endless ideas for everything of every size is very admirable.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Glad your enjoying

@karennoble3795 11 ай бұрын

I love the yellow your using too.

@pat5043 11 ай бұрын

I love the bench, wow

@sh4835 11 ай бұрын

I especially like your perfect choice on the old bench with the yellow chippy paint.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Me too!

@lynndicenzo7440 11 ай бұрын

WOW

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

@KatieWhite-rq7rc Ай бұрын

I enjoy your channel very much. Thank you for inspiring me to try new things.

@OurUpcycledLife Ай бұрын

I'm so glad!

@yokademmers3048 5 ай бұрын

I love ur channel & the many pieces u’ve up-cycled. I’ve done a few wood burning projects in the past & I found that burning in the direction of the wood grain, the same as u would when u paint, brings out the grain more evenly. Going against the grain gives u streaks. Ur piece did look so much nicer with the darker grain so it was a great choice. Thank you for sharing ur creativity, I always enjoy watching u & amazed how the pieces have been transformed 💜

@OurUpcycledLife 5 ай бұрын

Great tip!

@cleza2 Жыл бұрын

I too just found a rocker!!! Free needs a little help as a slat is missing on the bottom so I have a large piece of tile cut to fit the seat. For the missing slat on the back I am just respacing the remaining ones. Add a hang pillow on the back and a lawnchair seat on top of the tile fits perfect. Wish I could share the photos !

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a fabulous find and project

@user-dv6mk8ju5i 11 ай бұрын

Omg my new favorite channel awesome tips (especially the handles popped into the cardboard box for painting) You are amazing!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Yay! Thank you!

@elsieanndaniels5040 Жыл бұрын

Your wicker peice was a sewing table.its amazing

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

I just love it. Thanks for watching.

@judithbeard323 2 ай бұрын

I ❤❤❤ the yellow bench you finished!!! Great job!!!

@OurUpcycledLife 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

@lisamendoza-rodriguez1968 10 ай бұрын

Oh my goodness, what beautiful creations!

@OurUpcycledLife 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@gaylerosenblatt7136 11 ай бұрын

Love the look really sweet

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

So glad!

@joanb7567 11 ай бұрын

That wicker stand is a Antique Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sewing Basket/stand…

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Sure is❤️

@debiegordon3787 11 ай бұрын

I LUV UR BLACK CHALK PAINT...its so soft looking & really covers well👍👍👍

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Yes works well

@beckybanta126 Жыл бұрын

Projects are great! Very clever! But what really impresses me is that you are painting in your "family room" with your new sweater on & there is not a drop of paint anywhere but on the project!!! Regarding stripped screw heads....I put a rubber band on between the screwdriver & screw & out it comes as the rubber grips the screw head! 🤗😁💕

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Haha! It doesn’t always work out that great! I’m usually a mess…

@bonniesmith1179 Жыл бұрын

WOW! That rocker turned out fantastic, and I love how the cabinet turned out.

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

@elsieanndaniels5040 Жыл бұрын

My favorite was the bench for your deck. Just love it.

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@pennycampbell7458 Жыл бұрын

Love all your ideas. You are lucky they let you take from your dump. Where I live they won’t let you which is a shame. 😢

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Yes, we have an area where it gets it to the side. I wish more cities would allow this.

@johnmelissaziech6207 Жыл бұрын

It's great that you can save so many things from the dump, at the dump!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you enjoyed

@marywest2896 11 ай бұрын

I love that yellow coffee table, I would use it inside my house...the sides and legs are so pretty.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

I love it!

@laleighma1 2 ай бұрын

Id love to see you visit the dump and what you look for! I dont think our dumps around here organized the stuff! That would be fabulous if they did!

@OurUpcycledLife 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@cathypurdy5853 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely # jealous

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

@Noniinthebush 11 ай бұрын

My face after the yellow 😖 great when finished though! 😀🤟🏼

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@BrigetteFranklin Жыл бұрын

#replay… Love the coffee table and the cabinet

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

@chrystalcat7488 Жыл бұрын

You clever lady....well done! Thank you so much.

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@nadinewagstaff9854 Жыл бұрын

I would save all ur projects that old yellow bench was amazing

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed.

@tracyjohnson2992 11 ай бұрын

Rattan or wicker they are both plant based materials, have you thought of putting some jute twine in to replace the broken wicker parts adding the handle on the front was a great idea but instead of copper wire use the jute because jute is very durable and you can still have the handle as a usable and functional drawer pull. The Cabinet you painted under your tv turned out stunning sometimes it just needs a lick of paint to dress it up a little. I would have gone a dark navy blue colour myself but yours turned out great. I have never been a big fan of crackle finished or distressed things but on certain pieces it can give it a more updated look. I would have painted the whole cabinet turquoise myself the yellow is doing nothing for me i do not like that yellow colour but its your channel and your finds. This is the first time i have watched your channel and i am impressed with the way you do things, it reminds me of Debbie Travis in a way she did a lot of décor pieces and painting walls and things, i enjoyed most of her things too. I have seen the techniques you are using before and they are great techniques so i am intrigued to see what you do next. God bless you for sharing your knowledge and your expertise.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Some great ideas thanks for sharing

@bettysadlier8708 11 ай бұрын

The Bench is fabulously love it fantastic find ❤

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

@ritapavlis7176 11 ай бұрын

Nice!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@darlenedugan8030 Жыл бұрын

You are amazing, your creation are fantastic 😎🧡👍

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@cindyburst 11 ай бұрын

Great video! I just found your channel. So many great fines and great job of cycling. But my absolute favorite is a little dog!❤

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! Hope you find lots of great Contant love new Crafting friends

@adventurebythemile 11 ай бұрын

I use sanding blocks for the same transformation and it looks great.

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Great tip!

@yvonneleach9650 11 ай бұрын

Love your work. The outdoor yellow bench is beautiful!

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@loumac Жыл бұрын

Love the yellow bench!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Me too. Thanks for watching.

@moncy603 11 ай бұрын

Vary nice love it ❤

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot 😊

@janicemoler403 20 күн бұрын

The small burned bench started out to be so patriotic but still looks great

@OurUpcycledLife 14 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

@claudiabusbee8603 11 ай бұрын

Loved the yellow bench !

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Thanks 😊

@darlenedugan8030 Жыл бұрын

I love the bench you stained with the paint 👍😎🧡

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Me too much for watching

@terriallen2537 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful upcycles!! Your work always makes me smile with all the different colors. Thanks for sharing your talents with us. Take care😊

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@debplumley9033 11 ай бұрын

yes i would save the bench.

@barbarawalker3620 Ай бұрын

👍👍👍❤❤❤

@birdnestcafejewelry1326 11 ай бұрын

Linseed oil works on crispy wicker too

@OurUpcycledLife 11 ай бұрын

Yes it does

@cloudiadame7099 Жыл бұрын

You are just AMAZING! Love watching your videos!

@OurUpcycledLife Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!