Look for:Old mirrorssmall to floor lengthparticularly those with interesting and ornate frames.
Any little blemishes or chips?
Then hang it in your entryway or guest bedroom for a new-to-you statement piece.
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Callery recommends looking for the pieces regardless of color or pattern as their transformation is simple.
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“You’ll look like you spent a fortune at a high-end decor store,” says Callery.
Making your own is a breeze and just requires some typical thrift store finds and a little paint.
Look for:Antique table decor like candle holders and vases.
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Look for:Floor lamps, table lamps, task lighting, or pendant lights.
Then you could source (or create) anew lampshadeto give it a personality that works for your tastes.
This means they last for ages and make for great decor.
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Look for:Various sizes of picture framesignore the color as you will change this.
Look for:Chairs, tables, shelves, and sturdy dressers.
Project:Start by sanding down the wooden object you’ve choose for your project.
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Then, select a color you love to repaint itbolder colors and modern pulls make for showroom-worthy pieces.
The beauty of antique books is that they just look better with every passing year.
Here’s what to stay away from and why:
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