Tag Archives: furniture

Mini Makeover: Emotional Attachment Edition

Posted on February 20, 2019 by

This is a biggie. Giving away things that we no longer use but feel personal attached to can be hard. I admit that I’ve even shed a few tears as I gave away some of my kid’s toys, but I … Continue reading →

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DIY dining room chair to office chair

Posted on September 30, 2017 by

Originally posted on Real Life of an MSW:
I have had my office chair for a few decades. It was most likely my first “real piece” of adult furniture (what was yours?) that I found at Value Village for I…

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The smile on my face

Posted on December 25, 2016 by

The happiest people don’t necessarily have the best of everything but they make the most of everything – Sam Cawthrone

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DIY dining room chair to office chair

Posted on January 8, 2016 by

I have had my office chair for a few decades. It was most likely my first “real piece” of adult furniture (what was yours?) that I found at Value Village for I am sure under $5. I remember it being … Continue reading →

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Thrift Store: Kitchen Bar Stools (DIY)

Posted on October 31, 2015 by

I love visiting thrift stores. I love looking at old pieces of furniture and through their tired worn fabric, and chipped finishing, envisioning a second life for them. This week I found myself at VV (Value Village––but “VV” sounds so … Continue reading →

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