Some good tips. Did my first piece at age 11. I am Now 64. As a single parent wount find pieces in trash etc and my kids and I would redo them as projects in winter months on bad weather days then donate them to folks in need
Loved the tall boy . I am from the uk the thrift stores here are called charity shops each shop is associated with a different charity every penny they make goes to support that particular charity .
It is amazing how polarizing antique furniture can make people! I'm one who usually prefers the look of antique wood furniture over painted furniture. But, I also love the look of a good piece of painted furniture if it fits the space correctly. I actually have both types in my home. For example, I bought my 150 year old Chippendale Mahogany dining room set (Table, 6 chairs, large buffet, small buffet, and China cabinet) from a lady on Letgo for $500. I knew from the minute I saw it I would never paint it because it is simply too beautiful. However, I've bought pieces from two other women on Letgo that were already painted (but are not in very good condition) for the sole purpose of refinishing and repainting them. I got those two for $40 each so I can't complain!! Sorry for the novel just wanted to share my thoughts!! BTW, love your videos!!
pieces that survived multiple civil wars, were made by craftsmen who were skilled in their trade, made with love and care and have possibly traveled across the country multiple times, have had multiple lifetimes just to be painted so that it will fit in with a square's farmhouse aesthetic...yeah I can see why its polarizing..
Haha yes I feel conflicted between painting furniture or just refinishing with stain as both look beautiful, but ultimately just want to make sure the furniture stays in good shape so it can be preserved. Those two furniture in the second store, what a deal!
Christina my husband is that kind of person, he doesn't like that I paint the old furniture, he wants to keep the natural color. I love your videos. Last year when I was driving I saw two small tables on the street I pick them up but I didn't painted yet, also bought a dresser in a state sale.
This cracks me up, the comment about the man not wanting you to refinish antiques. I could understand to a certain extent, like if there is a lot of value.. I started to paint furniture a few years ago. We were building a house and I started to collect some really pretty pieces with nice shapes that I could redo. My husband couldn't bare to see me paint over them, so now they are as is in the house, in the garage, or I just gave them away.
There are a lot of antiques in my family and my father would have a fit at the idea of painting any of them. So, I totally understand what you mean about painting antiques bring polarizing.
I’ve seen them charged used forever 21 clothing for more than the original would’ve been. 🤦♀️ goodwill is really out for profits over the past few years
Thank you so much! Useful information. Here in Melbourne Australia during lockdown our OP Shops (thrift shops) are sadly closed now, but I've been so lucky to find excellent pieces that have been put out in hard waste collection. Lots of fun refurbishing these pieces.
Just want to say thank you for these awesome videos. They are so helpful, I feel like I’m in furniture flip college 😆 this particular one is exactly what I needed as a beginner. I’m doing as much research as possible before I start my first project.
Thanks for the tips...I did saw before you mention to start small and I did ..I just bought a 5 dl. table kind of looks like the 2 first ones in this video.. and Ive just been messing with it just sanding it by hand..too much work..but hey Im liking it. Thanks for all advice and tips...
Goodwill is a sleeper. I once found a solid brass and incredibly thick glass topped vintage coffee table in a Goodwill, covered in grime that nobody wanted. It was marked down several times until I snatched it up for $35, discounted from that price by another 20% (because it was on the floor too long). By chance, a couple years later, I happened to see the same piece in an antique shop (not even a high-end shop, a non-profit) going for several hundred dollars. Which means in an upscale antique boutique, the same piece would almost certainly go over a thousand dollars. If you have a good eye, Goodwill is amazing!
Also check out fb and Craigslist for free or cheap pieces. So many people tell me they were going to throw it in the dump. 😢 very sad. Ive acquired 6 pieces in the last month. All free!
HA! bring it right back ...to the thrift store. Haa ha. I love the video you did on the beginners side table!! The products and techniques are really top notch.
I have 2 end tables with a shiny finish, that belonged to my grandmother. They have a shiny finish. What recommendations do you have? I was to keep the antique look.
Remember that wood came from cuted tress, other big reason for buy second hand furniture, it helps the planet for reduce or even eliminate that more trees been cuted, those are also the homes and food for many animals, and of course oxigen and control of temperature. Try to buy second hand as much as posible for the planet
I know this is a really old video but I'm just now seeing it. I have an old round pedestal dining table that I want to paint with chalk paint. I have recently realized the top is laminate thanks to this video. The base is solid wood. Would I still be able to paint over the laminate?
I had my husband pick up my first ever pieces this weekend and I told him : Whatever you say to the man, don't mention that I am refinishing the furniture, he might back off and not sell them to you!
Oohing over that high boy piece, definitely worth it to grab weather you use it now or later...that would be over 300 dollars around my area thrift stores. The condition would not even be that beautiful. Go back...lol ;) great channel as I just found you, so far enjoyed what I have seen. Tfs👍
I have a minivan which fits just about anything. And we have a truck now, too. Find a friend with a truck. Most of these places will hold your piece until you can find a way to get it home.
I don't have any big disasters, but I do have lots of mess ups. Luckily I learn a lessons from them. I found most any mistake can be fixed in some way.
Here in Abilene Texas, the Goodwill stores prices for furniture are super expensive. Really sad actually, because there’s no way that the less fortunate can afford it. For the same high boy, here they were asking
Just a hint. Many MCM pieces have laminate tops. It was "the thing"...much like Pall Mall burns. Also tip a chair. If it tips easily ...walk away. Found a gorgeous Stickley sofa at ReStire for $125. Mint.
1st I watch all your video's and get such inspiration from your finished products. I stumbled upon 2 really old dressers that one is in need of some extra love. I absolutely want to just fix them and resell them because I SADLY don't have room for them. When a dresser need some wood glue or fixing what product do you suggest so that I can just re stain these pieces and bring them back to their prior glory. TIA
If you want to buy a big furniture, how do you carry it to your home? Just curious, I always wondered.. I want to get one but it doesn’t fit in my car!
I’m enjoying your videos and your technique yet I’m hearing you mentioning stain, which I need help with a cherry wood that I’d like to salvage on a beloved family piece of furniture for my teens to be passed down to them since they refused me on getting rid of. Help and suggestions, it was being moved and front got broke in some detailed area, yet I have considered painting my family would like it original
ahhh i always knew the dresser set gifted to me by my fiance (and one that I'm going to paint using your Beyond Paint tutorial) was sturdy, heavy and good quality so I ran upstairs to check and guess what? Dovetails! lol
Oh wow, thanks. I actually just stamp eye shadow on my lid in a dark brown or black with a definer brush. The secret is I use a black coal liner in my water line. It's Urban Decay 24/7.
First time I saw your channel is this video. I work at a Restore in Illinios and although some furniture is marked highish...(is that a word) we have a wheel spin on Fridays where you get more of a discount. I will continue to check out your videos.Look like you do great work. PS - not a fan of painting wood, but if it gives it a second life then why not.
Im moving to an area that seems to have an abundance of antique and mid century furniture. They are sold at auctions with good margins for resale. Some of the furniture has scrapes and scratches but other than that they are solid and in good condition. I cant find any information about defects on furniture. Does high quality furniture with scrapes sell or are people expecting pristine pieces? I find a lot of the same types you found in restore. Thank you for sharing your experience.
I have a couple of pieces in my house, I want to upgrade somehow, but have no clue what to do with them. Is there a way to send yo pics and get advice?
Thank you! I had so much fun too. I'm just getting started on my journey of furniture painting and your video really helped me with what to look for when buying a project. Looking forward to seeing more!
The glass and wood coffee table at goodwill under the white painted end table is Ethan Allen. I refinished that exact table a couple years ago and it is still my favorite transformation. I stained the top gray and painted the bottom white, have my feet propped up on it while watching your video. Love your videos, and I enjoy seeing what people find at thrift stores.
Love your videos! I have a couple pieces that I would like to paint, but haven’t even attempted chalk painting. A little scared to begin. Your videos have made it a little less scary. What chalk paint do you recommend? Are you a Michigan State fan? I have 3 daughters who graduated from there. Go Green 💚
A little different twist to Shop With Me this week...THRIFTING. Let me know below if you want to see more videos like this.
Love the thrifting and the explanations. Great!
Christina Muscari yes please. 😀
Would love to see more video's like this as I upcycle furniture
Great video - very helpful. I would love to see more. Thanks!
I love it so much ,,, thank you 🙏
But next time please take your time we want to see more stuff 💖
Good tips! I You need some luck but when you find that special furniture its the best feeling!
Some good tips. Did my first piece at age 11. I am Now 64. As a single parent wount find pieces in trash etc and my kids and I would redo them as projects in winter months on bad weather days then donate them to folks in need
I love the name of your channel. Love thrift flips!
Loved the tall boy . I am from the uk the thrift stores here are called charity shops each shop is associated with a different charity every penny they make goes to support that particular charity .
Hello, how are you doing, hope your staying safe?
It is amazing how polarizing antique furniture can make people! I'm one who usually prefers the look of antique wood furniture over painted furniture. But, I also love the look of a good piece of painted furniture if it fits the space correctly. I actually have both types in my home.
For example, I bought my 150 year old Chippendale Mahogany dining room set (Table, 6 chairs, large buffet, small buffet, and China cabinet) from a lady on Letgo for $500. I knew from the minute I saw it I would never paint it because it is simply too beautiful. However, I've bought pieces from two other women on Letgo that were already painted (but are not in very good condition) for the sole purpose of refinishing and repainting them. I got those two for $40 each so I can't complain!!
Sorry for the novel just wanted to share my thoughts!! BTW, love your videos!!
Thanks for sharing.
pieces that survived multiple civil wars, were made by craftsmen who were skilled in their trade, made with love and care and have possibly traveled across the country multiple times, have had multiple lifetimes just to be painted so that it will fit in with a square's farmhouse aesthetic...yeah I can see why its polarizing..
Haha yes I feel conflicted between painting furniture or just refinishing with stain as both look beautiful, but ultimately just want to make sure the furniture stays in good shape so it can be preserved. Those two furniture in the second store, what a deal!
I totally agree!
This was good; thanks for the tips!!❤
Glad you liked it!!
I liked the table with the glass and iron decoration...the white table was on top of it...fun to do that one.
Beautiful Christina!
Christina my husband is that kind of person, he doesn't like that I paint the old furniture, he wants to keep the natural color. I love your videos. Last year when I was driving I saw two small tables on the street I pick them up but I didn't painted yet, also bought a dresser in a state sale.
I totally get it. Natural wood is beautiful, too. I love that you picked up tables off the side of the road!
This cracks me up, the comment about the man not wanting you to refinish antiques. I could understand to a certain extent, like if there is a lot of value.. I started to paint furniture a few years ago. We were building a house and I started to collect some really pretty pieces with nice shapes that I could redo. My husband couldn't bare to see me paint over them, so now they are as is in the house, in the garage, or I just gave them away.
There are a lot of antiques in my family and my father would have a fit at the idea of painting any of them. So, I totally understand what you mean about painting antiques bring polarizing.
Sometimes Goodwill is crazy expensive for poor quality, like when they try to resell Target furniture at cost
Agreed. I don’t understand where they get of charging $150 for a piece of furniture that’s in bad shape as well
I’ve seen them charged used forever 21 clothing for more than the original would’ve been. 🤦♀️ goodwill is really out for profits over the past few years
Thank you so much! Useful information. Here in Melbourne Australia during lockdown our OP Shops (thrift shops) are sadly closed now, but I've been so lucky to find excellent pieces that have been put out in hard waste collection. Lots of fun refurbishing these pieces.
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I'm envious. so many options and choices even though you didn't bring anything home. lots of good tips thanks
Thanks for watching!
TX so interesting and helpful! I buy nothing new, no $$$, so I buy thrift fix up cycle and have a new piece for my small home.
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love the way that dresser came out in the past
Thanks for watching! I just checked out your channel!
Just want to say thank you for these awesome videos. They are so helpful, I feel like I’m in furniture flip college 😆 this particular one is exactly what I needed as a beginner. I’m doing as much research as possible before I start my first project.
Haha sometimes I just can’t pass up a good deal on a piece of furniture even though my garage is full.
Same problem here lol
I have the same problem! Lol
LOL SAME .... I recently had to rent a storage unit. Hahahahaha
Thanks for the tips...I did saw before you mention to start small and I did ..I just bought a 5 dl. table kind of looks like the 2 first ones in this video.. and Ive just been messing with it just sanding it by hand..too much work..but hey Im liking it. Thanks for all advice and tips...
Yes! I love it.
You can spray matte clear finish over the gloss on a small table like that...simple.
Absolutely, love how your brain works, you picked furniture that I would’ve picked myself. Can’t wait to see how you use it. ♥️👠
Awesome! Thank you!
These are great! I'm building out a 1988 chevy to travel in and I am looking to put used furniture in it. I love these tips!
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Goodwill is a sleeper. I once found a solid brass and incredibly thick glass topped vintage coffee table in a Goodwill, covered in grime that nobody wanted. It was marked down several times until I snatched it up for $35, discounted from that price by another 20% (because it was on the floor too long).
By chance, a couple years later, I happened to see the same piece in an antique shop (not even a high-end shop, a non-profit) going for several hundred dollars. Which means in an upscale antique boutique, the same piece would almost certainly go over a thousand dollars. If you have a good eye, Goodwill is amazing!
Also check out fb and Craigslist for free or cheap pieces. So many people tell me they were going to throw it in the dump. 😢 very sad. Ive acquired 6 pieces in the last month. All free!
Yes! Great suggestion.
If you use a heat gun you can take the shiny varnish right off with a scraper blade
Thank you for great tips. Milwaukee Goodwill is priced great also for furniture.
Love thrifty shopping, it takes time and patience.
Yes it does!
HA! bring it right back ...to the thrift store. Haa ha. I love the video you did on the beginners side table!! The products and techniques are really top notch.
Thanks so much Jody! Yes, practice on thrift store furniture, not your family heirlooms. 😂
Thanks for the "ride".
Here is furniture so expensive.
But I still have a lot to do.
Thanks again!!
Good thrifting! I love this - I'm shooting a restoration video right now. A Mid-century bar cabinet. Stay tuned 🙂
I have 2 end tables with a shiny finish, that belonged to my grandmother. They have a shiny finish. What recommendations do you have? I was to keep the antique look.
Remember that wood came from cuted tress, other big reason for buy second hand furniture, it helps the planet for reduce or even eliminate that more trees been cuted, those are also the homes and food for many animals, and of course oxigen and control of temperature. Try to buy second hand as much as posible for the planet
Hello, how are you doing, hope your staying safe?
I absolutely love your videos. I love thrifting and up cycling so I surely enjoy your thrift trips and flips as well !! Great video ! Thrift on 🤣🤣
So great! Thank you.
Thank you Christina. I’m going to check out my local thrift stores😊. I’m new at painting.
This is really helpful information! Thank you for sharing, I would love to see more videos like this!
Thanks, Leslee!
I know this is a really old video but I'm just now seeing it. I have an old round pedestal dining table that I want to paint with chalk paint. I have recently realized the top is laminate thanks to this video. The base is solid wood. Would I still be able to paint over the laminate?
I always go to GraceWorks when I visit my sister. And small world...I’m an MSU alum. From Allen Park, MI.
So cool! Go Green! My husband is an alum and he has me brainwashed. 😂😉
I have one those places where i live to and the prices are higher..but it is a good place to find cheap handles sometimes
In my town goodwill prices furniture 4.99 no matter what it is.
I want to visit your city!!! Where is it.
In my country all the prices you saw multipli by ten or even more 😭😭😭😭
Our Goodwill in las vegas nv prices way to high so i finally stopped going to them and looked for other outlets
Oh wow. Really? So interesting.
Goodwill gives military discount 20% off per item on Thursday's and senior citizen discount days as well.
Good to know- thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the post. Excellent as always.
Thanks, Tom!
I had my husband pick up my first ever pieces this weekend and I told him : Whatever you say to the man, don't mention that I am refinishing the furniture, he might back off and not sell them to you!
What beginning tools would you recommend for someone who has never done this, but would like to try.
Sometimes you just gotta leave it alone and appreciate the finish it comes in. I guess that’s why the guy was surprised. Lol
I see his point. I appreciate stain and paint. ❤️
Christina Muscari
But yes some totally needs painting.
Great tips, thanks. Now I want to paint my highboy.......and my nightstands.......and
Paint your highboy!
Oohing over that high boy piece, definitely worth it to grab weather you use it now or later...that would be over 300 dollars around my area thrift stores. The condition would not even be that beautiful. Go back...lol ;) great channel as I just found you, so far enjoyed what I have seen. Tfs👍
Hello, how are you doing, hope your staying safe?
How do you transport the big pieces home? I find great deals but get nervous about how to get them home. Great video.
I have a minivan which fits just about anything. And we have a truck now, too. Find a friend with a truck. Most of these places will hold your piece until you can find a way to get it home.
“Don’t tell people what you’re doing.” 😂❤️🌈🦋 you’re great!
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Do you have any DIY disasters? I tend to try and do too many pieces at once and tonight was an interesting one for me! lol
I don't have any big disasters, but I do have lots of mess ups. Luckily I learn a lessons from them. I found most any mistake can be fixed in some way.
Great tips! Thank you.
Here in Abilene Texas, the Goodwill stores prices for furniture are super expensive. Really sad actually, because there’s no way that the less fortunate can afford it. For the same high boy, here they were asking
I have the same problem finding furniture in TN!
I really loved watching your video. It was very informational. I can't wait to thrift shop furniture for myself. keep posting.
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Just a hint. Many MCM pieces have laminate tops. It was "the thing"...much like Pall Mall burns. Also tip a chair. If it tips easily ...walk away.
Found a gorgeous Stickley sofa at ReStire for $125. Mint.
Hello, how are you doing, hope your staying safe?
1st I watch all your video's and get such inspiration from your finished products. I stumbled upon 2 really old dressers that one is in need of some extra love. I absolutely want to just fix them and resell them because I SADLY don't have room for them. When a dresser need some wood glue or fixing what product do you suggest so that I can just re stain these pieces and bring them back to their prior glory. TIA
Do you inspect used furniture for bedbugs? If so, what do you look for?
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Thank you for taking us along your thrift shopping. I was waiting gor this video. Thank you for your knowledge.
Thanks for watching, Ruth!
You are Soo naturally Pretty! (Beautiful) lol Thanks for inspiring us to do these projects! You do a Great job explaining the steps. Love the T-Shirt!
You are so sweet. Thank you! Girl, go buy you a shirt. 😂 teespring.com/stores/prettydistressed
If you want to buy a big furniture, how do you carry it to your home? Just curious, I always wondered.. I want to get one but it doesn’t fit in my car!
great tips
Glad it was helpful!
thank you for your great tips. How do you transport those heavy big pieces to your shop/home?
My husband drives a pickup truck and is my hired muscle. :)
@@ChristinaMuscari Lucky you!!!
Good tips, thanks!
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Thank you that was very informative! Great pieces !
*🔴Question:* How do people open the top drawer of a high boy dresser and access what's inside? It seems so high up for most people!
Love your video and tips…
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I’m enjoying your videos and your technique yet I’m hearing you mentioning stain, which I need help with a cherry wood that I’d like to salvage on a beloved family piece of furniture for my teens to be passed down to them since they refused me on getting rid of. Help and suggestions, it was being moved and front got broke in some detailed area, yet I have considered painting my family would like it original
ahhh i always knew the dresser set gifted to me by my fiance (and one that I'm going to paint using your Beyond Paint tutorial) was sturdy, heavy and good quality so I ran upstairs to check and guess what? Dovetails! lol
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Thanks for sharing.
Such fun, good. Tipss
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Yay!! I just found you. Go Green!! And I’m just over the plateau in Knoxville!
Nice!
Great video!! Very informative. Thank u!!
You look as gorgeous as a model.....great tips....love furniture...wish i find some like it....
Thank you for this video! I too don't tell people I'm going to paint a piece if I'm buying it from them lol Especially if its free! Lol
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Can you show me how to get this blue paint on this table?
Great!! This is just looking at myself!! I do the same!! Crazy about furniture! I love your channel!
Thanks!
Great tips!
Thank you!
I jus love your cool vibe and wealth of info❤️
Thank you!
First what eyeliner is that. You rock the midwest Nordic beauty.
Oh wow, thanks. I actually just stamp eye shadow on my lid in a dark brown or black with a definer brush. The secret is I use a black coal liner in my water line. It's Urban Decay 24/7.
@@ChristinaMuscari Those stamps work! I need the one you have. Thanks NOT so distressed.
First time I saw your channel is this video. I work at a Restore in Illinios and although some furniture is marked highish...(is that a word) we have a wheel spin on Fridays where you get more of a discount. I will continue to check out your videos.Look like you do great work.
PS - not a fan of painting wood, but if it gives it a second life then why not.
Thanks for the tip, Jon! And thank you for your honesty but gentleness about painting furniture. 😉
Thank you for the great tips!
A lot of very useful information!! 👍🏽🔥
Thank you!
I am assuming that you transform your pieces in your garage. Do you have to worry about temperatures when painting or sealing?
Yes! Its harder to do it in my garage when its extremely cold or hot. I move my painting inside when the temps are too extreme.
Try Value Village.
Thank you xxx
Really enjoying your videos since I found you a few days ago! Helpful tips! 👍
Thank you, April! You were on the chat this morning, right?
@@ChristinaMuscari Yes! I was excited to catch that! : )
@@AprilAdairShares Thanks for joining us! We had so much fun. And the fun continues on Kacha's podcast on Monday!
Christina Muscari I'll check it out! I listen to podcasts while I'm at work. Don't tell my boss lol
Do u have a furniture repaint website?
Interesting information
Im moving to an area that seems to have an abundance of antique and mid century furniture. They are sold at auctions with good margins for resale. Some of the furniture has scrapes and scratches but other than that they are solid and in good condition. I cant find any information about defects on furniture. Does high quality furniture with scrapes sell or are people expecting pristine pieces? I find a lot of the same types you found in restore. Thank you for sharing your experience.
It just depends on your market. My of my stuff is scraped up, but that is why I typically go with a rustic, distressed look for my finishes.
I want to know more about finding a place like this to shop at. How do you find places like this?
Asking around and Google have been my best sources.
What should I do if i can't feel the wood grain on my piece? I bought chalk paint and wax. Do you suggest I sand it down a bit first?
If it isn't super glossy, you should be able to paint right on it without sanding.
I have a couple of pieces in my house, I want to upgrade somehow, but have no clue what to do with them. Is there a way to send yo pics and get advice?
Chad, you can email me or send me a message on instagram. All my info is on www.prettydistressed.com.
Good manufacturer will have a seal in the drawer.
Thank you! I had so much fun too. I'm just getting started on my journey of furniture painting and your video really helped me with what to look for when buying a project. Looking forward to seeing more!
I'm so glad!
The glass and wood coffee table at goodwill under the white painted end table is Ethan Allen. I refinished that exact table a couple years ago and it is still my favorite transformation. I stained the top gray and painted the bottom white, have my feet propped up on it while watching your video. Love your videos, and I enjoy seeing what people find at thrift stores.
Really? Cool. I'd love to see a pic of your table. Thank you for watching!
I wish I could find a shop like that in Indonesia :(
Love your videos! I have a couple pieces that I would like to paint, but haven’t even attempted chalk painting. A little scared to begin. Your videos have made it a little less scary. What chalk paint do you recommend? Are you a Michigan State fan? I have 3 daughters who graduated from there. Go Green 💚
My husband went there, so we are all fans now. Go Green! Any of the paints you see me use on my channel I'd recommend.
Hello Lisa, how are you doing, hope your staying safe?