Have you ever wondered what to do with an old sewing cabinet, Sweet Friends?  Old Furniture, like sewing cabinets, record cabinets, old chests intrigue me.  I love taking something old and repurposing it into something new.  Today on the blog I am sharing with you about my “Sewing Cabinet Turned Desk Transformation!”  I shared a video on the transformation months back, but I thought i’d give you the full tutorial here today.

Watch the video here on You Tube:

Although I really loved the look of the Sewing Cabinet, in order to turn it into a desk it need to be painted.  My sewing cabinet did not come with a machine, so when I opened up the cabinet there was a big hole.  I used a piece of wood and some Dixie Belle Mud to fill in the whole.  Unfortunately, I was not able to stain the wood to match the cabinet and that’s when I turned to paint.

If you’ve been following me for more than a minute, you know I’m kind of a paint fanatic anyways. 

Pinterest Inspiration

I created a Pinterest Board when I was deciding on the transformation of the sewing cabinet that you can check out here.  Pinterest shows many ideas for a Sewing Cabinet Transformation.  A few  ideas are: beverages bars, ice chests, plant stands, and bedside tables.  Those were all great ideas but, I needed a new desk for our home.

Sewing Cabinet Transformation

The video shows the struggles I encountered painting the sewing cabinet.  I ran into the stain bleeding through my paint which is never a fun scenario on a makeover.  In the video I also tell a silly story.  

I’m recently divorced and enjoy dating every so often.  Sometimes the date plans don’t go as you expect and that’s what happened when I was working on the Sewing Cabinet Turned Desk Transformation.  Kinda coincidental, huh!

If you like my dating stories, you should check out the “Bad Date Furniture Make-over!’ That’s another one of my silly dating stories.

Here is the tutorial on how to transform a Vintage Sewing Cabinet into a Desk.

Materials needed for the Vintage Sewing Cabinet turned Desk Transformation.

• Old Sewing Cabinet
• DIY Paint and Brushes
• Dixie Belle Mud
• Dixies Belle Boss Stain Blocker
• Plywood

Links to the products used can be found at the bottom of the post.

Instructions for the Vintage Sewing Cabinet turned Desk Transformation.

Step one: Remove the sewing machine from the cabinet, if it’s not already missing.

Step two: Put a piece of plywood where the sewing machine sat – you may need to drill or glue this into the space.

Step three: Use Dixie Belle Mud around the edges of the plywood if there are gaps.

Step four: Use a stain blocker on the wood surfaces if needed.

Step five: Paint the wood surfaces. I used DIY Paint in the colors of White Swan, Crinolin and Sandy Blonde to create a one of a kind look.

Step six: Seal the wood surfaces. I used DIY Paint Big Top and applied two coats. It is a matte sealer and provides a durable finish.

A side observation: On this transformation, I struggled with bleed through. The stains from the cabinet bleed through my paint to create a splotchy look. I used Dixie Belle Boss Stain Blocker over and over to eliminate the bleed through. Watch my video and learn more about preventing bleed through.

The Sewing Cabinet Turned Desk Transformation provides a great space for writing, computer work or as bedside table. I’m sure you’ve noticed it’s been all over my home.

Do you have any dating stories???

I hope I’ve inspired you to take an old piece of furniture and make it functional again. Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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I love flowers, Sweet Friends. In fact, if I could wear flowers in my hair every day I probably would. I love having flowers in my home, so much so, I do at times, settle for faux. Are you a flower lover?

I love real flowers and faux flowers and I love incorporating them into my home decor. In today’s post I am going to show you one way to add flowers into your home decor.

Trash to Treasure Furniture Makeover!

Trash to treasure furniture makeover’s are my favorite and this dresser was such a mess. The picture above really doesn’t give the mess justice, but if you can imagine an old wood dresser that has been alive for probably 50 years, I am sure you understand what I mean.

Incorporating painted flowers on a dresser is the perfect way to include flowers in your home. Bringing flowers in from the garden is always bliss but if you don’t have a garden you may need to find other solutions.

Now, in years past when our home had a huge garden I spent most of my time out there. I’d plant sunflowers and peonies and dahlia’s and iris’s and morning glories and flowers in every color of the rainbow. I really love planting bulbs, as watching them emerge from the ground is always a fun and surprising thing.

With this furniture makeover, I originally painted it a two toned look where I left the drawers the wood color. I loved how it looked but then.

Then I got inspired by Josie and Sally, the Iron Orchid Designs Sisters to take it a step further.

You can watch how I completed this project on my You Tube Channel here.

Sallie and Josie inspired me with a project that they worked on. I thought that the dresser would look so beautiful with a vase full of flowers on the front of it.

On this project I used Iron Orchid Designs Air Dry Clay, Decor Stamps and Decor Transfers to create an image that looked like a vase full of flowers. I also used DIY Paint on the project. Here is the dresser at TreasureFest last year.

I hope this project has inspired you to go out and create something you love. Make it a Great Week!

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I hope you’ll join me soon for some “Craft Classes at the Create With Cynthia Store!”

Craft Workshops!

I’ve been partnering with Revel and teaching Craft/Art Classes in Redwood City and Belmont, California. Located right smack in the middle of the San Francisco Bay Area in California.

Revel says, “We believe you’re just who you’re supposed to be. Our mission is to connect, share experience, and support each other through gatherings.” The photo above is courtesy of Revel.

Last month we made coasters and inspiration artwork and it was so much fun. This month we are gilding wine glasses and working on projects for Fall and the upcoming holidays. You can register for the classes on my website here or at the Revel website here.

I look forward to seeing you soon. Leave a comment and let me know if you have any questions about the classes or just want to say hello.

Make it a great day!

Cynthia

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Did you know you can put bees, butterflies and dragonflies on a dresser?

Check out my new video here! A Maker’s Studio has released some new products and I am having so much fun trying them out! Ink Transfers, oh my!

Bees, Butterflies, Dragonflies and Wildflowers …..

Now, go out there and create something.

Cynthia

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I loved having the boys home for Summer, and now that school is back in full swing I thought I’d share a little about what it looks like.

Hello Fall!

Luke started high school, oh my!!! He is excited about football and girls and getting into the swing of his new schedule and all the football practices. And if you are wondering….yes he is taller than me and I’m 5’9!

Oh my, when I look at the picture of him in kindergarten it brings tears to my eyes because the time has gone by so fast. Luke was and always will be a football fan! Go SF 49ers! Go Cal Bears!

Troy started Middle School and he is adjusting to different classes and staying organized and on time. He is also playing football! Go Bayside Broncos!

Back to School!

As the Summer Season comes to a close, September 23rd to be exact, I love getting ready for Fall. I’m excited for pumpkins, apple cider, hay bales, autumn nights, football, football and more football. Fall really is my favorite time of year.

Note aside: I think whatever season we are in is my favorite time of year.

If you missed my Summer Wreath last week, you can check it out here.

Last year my Fall Wreath looked like this photo below. I’ve been checking out Pinterest for ideas on a new Fall Wreath! Have you started your Fall exploring yet?

Do you have a favorite season or are you just a “”Lover of All Things Life!” Leave me a comment and let me know what season resonates most with you.

Make it a great day!

Cynthia

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My Favorite Products for Craft Projects!

I have been creating ALOT of projects and making ALOT of You Tube videos and I’m loving it.  I hope you are able to follow along and enjoy!  If you don’t have time to create at home, consider joining me on a Thursday night at 7pm in Redwood City for my Craft Workshops.  You can read about that here or you can view my calendar here.

You Tube Videos – Create With Cynthia

In the meantime, I’ll catch you up on the videos and products with links that I’m using.

1. DIY Kitchen Towels and Gel Art Inks with Essential Stencils!

In the video, DIY Kitchen Towels and Gel Art Inks with Essential Stencils, I used the following products which can be purchased on Amazon. All other products can be purchased at CreateWithCynthiaShop.com.

Cotton Craft 8 pack of towels

2. Handmade Bag with Ink and Stencil

In the video, Handmade Bag with Ink and Stencil, I used the following products which can purchase on Amazon. All other products can be purchased at CreateWithCynthiaShop.com.

Smart Green Canvas Bag

3. Handmade Baby Gifts with A Maker’s Studio products.

In the video, Handmade Baby Gifts with A Maker’s Studio products, I used the following products which can purchase on Amazon. All other products can be purchased at CreateWithCynthiaShop.com.

Gerber Unisex Baby Onesies

Neat Solutions Baby Bibs

4. Handmade DIY Handmade T-Shirts using A Maker’s Studio products!

In the video, Handmade Baby Gifts with A Maker’s Studio products, I used the following products which can purchase on Amazon. All other products can be purchased at CreateWithCynthiaShop.com.

Amazon Essentials T-Shirts

I hope you enjoyed the recap of my recent videos.  Don’t forget to Subscribe to my You Tube Channel and Hit the Notifications button.

Make it a great day!

Cynthia

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