September 24, 2010

DIY Bookshelf Makeover using Recycled Spindles, Table Legs, Molding and Studs


diy bookshelf repurposed makeover
The "after" of my bookshelf makeover...

wooden bookshelf makeover
I forgot to take a before photo but it looked something like this, 
a basic oak shelf, from my 90's oak furniture phase.
It was still functional for me but I couldn't stand how it looked.

wooden bookcase makeover with molding
After priming, painting and "antiquing" with a brown wash,
I cut wooden balustrades in half and attached those to the sides
of the bookcase with glue and finishing nails.
bookshelf makeover with molding and balustrades
I also attached crown molding at the top and pounded antiqued brass
upholstery tacks into the shelf front.

bookcase makeover diy
The half circle shutter piece was something I had found at an antique store.
It was already the perfect color and I just propped it on top.
 I added molding around the bottom too.

Thanks for checking out my bookcase makeover!

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8 comments:

  1. gail@My Repurposed LifeNovember 20, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    saw this over at Beckie's place! Great job. I love the addition of the spindles. I have a table saw, but I haven't cut these yet. I think a band saw would be better. (I don't have one)
    I love the way this turned out.
    gail

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  2. bjFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Gol-leeee, this is amazing. You are so good at this..
    I signed up to follow! :))
    xo bj

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  3. Funky Junk InteriorsFebruary 5, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    I can't believe it's the same bookshelf! Nicely done!

    Donna
    http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/

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  4. PammaFebruary 6, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    This looks fantastic and uniquely yours. Love it!
    ~Pam

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  5. BonitaFebruary 6, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    WOW! This is incredibly creative and what a difference. I would never have guessed what the original bookshelf looked like!

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  6. Barbara JeanFebruary 6, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    wo! That is gorgeous!!
    Now I have to decide whether to do mine or not. =)

    blessings
    barbara jeanw

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  7. Serendipity Chic DesignFebruary 6, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    This is so creative and fantastic. I love the perfect storage and you have accomplished this.

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  8. DaynaFebruary 7, 2011 at 1:47 AM

    You are so creative! I love this.

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I've moved to Lucydesignsart.com to focus on my mosaic art. I'm no longer creating dragonflies or mermaids.

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