Are you someone who loves scouring flea markets, thrift stores, or even your own attic for hidden treasures? Do you have a knack for seeing the potential in worn-out furniture pieces? If so, then furniture flipping might just be the perfect venture for you. Not only is it a fulfilling creative outlet, but it can also be a lucrative way to make some extra cash. In this blog post, we’ll explore the ins and outs of furniture flipping and provide you with some practical tips on how to get started on your journey to turning old furniture into profit. What is Furniture Flipping? Furniture flipping, also known as furniture restoration or upcycling, is the art of taking old, worn-out furniture pieces and transforming them into something new and desirable. It involves repairing, refinishing, or repurposing furniture to give it a fresh look and increase its value. Why Flip Furniture? There are several reasons why furniture flipping can be an attractive venture: Getting Started Now that we’ve covered the basics, let’s dive into how you can start your furniture flipping journey: Furniture flipping is a rewarding endeavor that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship. By following these steps and staying dedicated to your craft, you can turn your passion for furniture into a profitable business venture. So roll up your sleeves, grab your paintbrush, and let the flipping begin!
Turning a New Leaf
It’s been a long time, well a long time in blogger-time, since i’ve posted on this blog. I took a permanent leave from social media in July 2020, and haven’t blogged since before that. I don’t miss Instagram one tiny bit, but I do miss blogging. That is one reason I’ve decided to bring this ole site back from the grave. Another reason, my husband and I are starting a new journey. We are working on our plans to full time RV, and it’s something I want to document and share, if only to help and inspire others. I don’t plan to have Instagram again, but I do plan to share RVing stuff here. Trust me, I already have the RV makeover planned to a T, so that will surely make it here. As people, we grow and evolve. My Eclectic Grace means so much to me; my life is eclectic and crazy and unique. I have a lot to share, and just because i’m not showing up daily on your IG stories doesn’t mean I have to stop sharing content that can live on, and truly help someone. This is my growth and evolution. I will be blogging yet again, so if you want to subscribe to be notified when knew posts are live, please do! I’ll try to be consistent, but let’s be real…I have never been a consistent blogger! Happy to be back! xx
DIY Stair Runner
I took my ugly carpeted steps and turned them into smooth wood steps with a sisal runner of my dreams cascading down…and it was a lot of blood, sweat and tears. Quite literally. If you have carpet and want to rip it up, I say just go for it. The worse that can happen if you have to tack it back down if the floor sucks underneath. Luckily when I started pulling the carpet off my steps (and it didn’t resist at all. yay old carpet) the treads underneath were a beautiful pine that was in great condition. I guess the layers of thick carpet and padding kept them nice all those 30 years they were covered. Step one – remove the nastiest of carpet from the steps… It took me and my fiance about 12 hours total to rip all the carpet off our 13 steps, pull the tack strips up and painstakingly pull out hundreds..possibly thousands of staples. The wood was still in good condition after that, miraculously. Please don’t be fooled thinking that redoing your stairs is a one day project. This took weeks, and we worked really fast! If you did have a ton of holes from nails and staples, you can use wood puty and sand over it. I am notoriously lazy and like to cut corners with home improvement, so I didn’t do this. I also knew the carpet runner would cover most of it, so why do extra steps? Sand + Poly Next […]
34 Things To Do With Extra Time
Due to the elephant in the room…I’m looking at you COVID-19, a lot of us have extra time on our hands. I don’t want to brush this whole situation under the rug, because it’s horrific and I’m anxiety-ridden most hours of the day..but I’m also a “cry for 3 days and then look at the glass half full” type of gal. I got my freakout out of the way and now I’m ready to combat the stir craziness with productivity and even try to have fun. If you’re a homebody like me, maybe you already do these activities on a regular basis..but I know we are all looking to A) do something that keeps our minds off things B) stay healthy and active and C) support our communities in this crazy time. I tried to formulate this list to hit all of those! Here are my suggestions, along with many suggestions from my lovely Instagram community! Thank you! Home: You’re stuck at home, so maybe it’s time to tackle those annoying but important home projects! Clean out your cabinets. I’m talking kitchen cabinets, bathrooms, mudrooms. Take this opportunity to sort through it all, clean the cabinets inside and out and reorganize. I did this and found a coveted bottle of hand sanitizer in the back of my bathroom cabinet. #blessed. Spring clean! It may not be Spring yet, but why not get a jump start? Clean your house and sanitize while you’re at it. Throw out old stuff, and donate […]
Christmas Guide: Gifts for the person who has it all
Christmas is just around the corner, and it truly is my favorite time of year! There are bloggers and websites everywhere telling you all the best things to buy for your mom, brother, sister, husband, neighbor, dog..etc. If you can buy a gift, someone is suggesting what you buy. I am not one of those people…I don’t have a list of suggested gifts to buy anyone because I think gifts are personal and one size does not fit all. I’ll cut to the chase; I am not a gift person, I don’t like getting gifts and shopping for them stresses me out. However, it is the season of giving, and there are always people on your list that have everything. If they want it, they could buy it themselves, so it’s like..why even bother? Do you feel me? I’m no Grinch though, I do think the people you love should receive something, but not in the form of a material item. What to get those who have everything, want nothing, or simply for the minimalists in your life: One word…experiences. There are so many ways you could give people in your life the gift of experiences, and I promise, they will enjoy that gift above all. Let me elaborate! Give your time: This day in age, everyone is busy. Busy working, shuffling kids around, busy doing chores, running errands..scheduling down to the very second. Carving away time for someone is a true gift. I would give anything for just a […]