12 Trash To Treasure Makeovers

[@jakhan4203]

I think the chair cushion has covered up the most unique part of that gorgeous chair... maybe try removing it? ❤❤

[@paulawhite5625]

I love everything you do. You are so down to earth, friendly and no nonsense and you are just as sweet

[@ginavargas3297]

I love all your videos, the longer the better

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Gina! I'll try and do lots of long videos in the future

[@lindabunce5133]

​@@DesertDIYI agree with Gina

[@loiscarteaux9389]

Me too!

[@melissawidboomgreer]

On the chair, take the cushion off the seat.

[@PattiRussell-r9v]

Me too. I am a new subscriber. Enjoyed all your projects!!

[@tinamiller8574]

Definately longer video. I'd watch you every day if possible. 😊

[@DesertDIY]

Wow thank you so much!

[@conniemorgan8402]

Girl, I would never second guess your paint or decor choices because, honestly, I just love your vision for these much loved pieces..

[@Sandra-ir5bm]

Thank God you are all safe. Beautiful projects and flips

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much!

[@lorihill7349]

I prefer the longer videos. Your videos are so well done and practical. Thank you for your content- I have been watching for years when you mainly did furniture in Arizona, but I love these thrift flips even more.

[@DesertDIY]

Wow thank you so much! That makes me so happy to know that

[@noraleestone2859]

I second that! 😁🥰🥳

[@alicemarlow1906]

I definitely prefer the longer videos. I'm always excited when you post a new one. Your flips are so unique and creative. ❤❤

[@paulavanduynhoven8951]

I love the blue with the white headboard ❤❤ Cory don’t worry about what anyone says. It was falling apart and you gave it life❤❤❤

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Paula!

[@denitabrinson1736]

That little pew bench would make a wonderful addition at the foot of the bed in a childs room.❤

[@sylvialangworthy1435]

So happy you survived Beryl with minimum damage. Up here in the Tyler area we had lots of rain and some wind. Loved your video today! It was so nice to follow your shopping at the Goodwill bins. You got some awesome decor items. Be safe and stay cool. 🤗

[@janetmann3557]

I prefer videos less than 30 minutes but I will watch yours no matter what. Love your ideas.

[@maxineswontek6005]

I agree, the longer the better. Thanks for asking. Also, I would take the pad off of the chair so they can see the beautiful cane work.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Maxine. That's a good point

[@maryoconnell3857]

First, I am glad you and your family are safe. Living in FL, I know what these hurricanes can do! I would keep the mirrored tray and the sunflower picture for your room. Just an idea: I think because the nightstand came out so fabulous, I would pain the other nightstand the same! I love having two different night tables and then have matching lamps. You did a great job finding all of those items, and I cannot wait to see your next trash to treasure! Have a great day!

[@cherylgoff8955]

❤ I think dark wax would make it even prettier. The blue cabinet turned out great! All of the projects did!!

[@DesertDIY]

I think you're right

[@Clovergirl7934]

I agree!

[@DeniCowdell]

That little table would be gorgeous with dark wax on it!

[@heatherburrill]

Well I am no help😂 because I totally think you should keep that bench it looks so cute for fall decor. The pumpkins totally transform the wreath ❤ the table cloth is absolutely gorgeous

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Heather!

[@edithjackson5476]

I would keep the wreath hanger. It's so versatile you could change the wreath at any time for any season

[@patriciareeps3389]

Loved everything you did today. I especially like the nightstand , it’s inspired me to do something with mine. Years ago when my husband and I downsized ,we thrifted two dressers, two nightstands and a headboard. I painted all of them Swiss coffee. The walls are a pretty light blue so painting the nightstands blue would look good. I like both long and short videos of yours

[@rosemaryvalenti7880]

I love pretty much everything you do so I would want to keep it all for myself.

[@genevievemurray7743]

Do the triple drawer bedside unit to match the blue. Keep the blue lamps and mirrors. Very attractive with the bed head. Put the cute chair in the modern Monet room with a Monet inspired cushion cover. The happy yellow painting will be perfect in the modern Monet room. You find great stuff. The child’s bench would be a lovely plant riser.

[@kaycox5555]

Young lady....you have TONS of talent!

[@jodiefinley2888]

Long or short makes my day! Just fyi love your black pants and shirt at the beginning of the video! You look so cute!

[@charlaberteau4793]

For your guest bedroom, I would paint the second dresser blue, keep the blue lamps, but get one or two pretty books in the color of your choice, besides blue, to put under each lamp. That would give you a distinction between the blue lamp and the blue nightstand that you need. I love all of your videos.

[@MicheleLRid]

So glad you and your family are doing ok after the hurricane! Thanks goodness for generators! I appreciate the long video with all of the good thrifting and flipping. Take care and good luck with cleanup!

[@tanjacouch3340]

Champnes and heirloom are two very beautiful colors. Heirloom is one of my very favorite

[@DesertDIY]

I'll look up heirloom!

[@tanjacouch3340]

@@DesertDIY it is by Fusion

[@heatherburrill]

Thank you for letting us know about how you weathered the storm. You definitely were surrounded by “whomping willows”! Glad you are all safe and have just clean-up rather than major damage or flooding. Since this is just the beginning of the hurricane season it may be a good idea (if you can budget it in) to have a trusted arborist remove those branches and check for any other damaged ones that may come down in the next storms and have them removed. My parents did that since we have tornadoes pass through our area and our trees have fared so much better in consequent high windstorms. It was worth the investment for peace of mind and house protection. The trick is always in the budget. Looking forward to seeing you again under sunny skies ❤

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Heather. We are going to get a quote to remove 10 trees from our property in hopes that it will prevent anything happening in future storms that might be worse. Might have to take out a loan to do it but it's better than them destroying our home and not having a place to live for months waiting for insurance

[@heatherburrill]

@@DesertDIY absolutely 🥰

[@ednakeenan6212]

I think the guest bedroom is absolutely beautiful… it looks so comfy and cozy..

[@cynthiatillman4171]

Cory I am so thankful that you & your family are safe🙏🌈💖 Will be praying for everyone affected by the storm. I love your videos & can’t wait for them to be posted. LONG videos are awesome! You are a blessing to us🙏🌷 Thank you for all you share with us sweetheart!

[@cindybolling5855]

I love the longer videos. The more DIY’s you do the better.

[@DesertDIY]

Yay! Thank you!

[@maryarwood8942]

I love the longer videos too. Wow, you did have a lot of crazy weather. I hope nothing was messed up too badly. Loved all your beautiful creations.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary

[@kathycameron7625]

Corey I am almost 73(October the5th) and you do rock girl! Keep doing what you’re doing and I agree the longer videos the better!

[@georgepratt4448]

Years ago on HGTV I saw a person who worked on furniture using a table they made by starting with a circular card table, adding a turntable, and adding another circular piece of wood on top. It enabled them to work without having to squat down or keep turning the furniture piece manually. I think something like that could help save your back in the long run. I love your videos and how you transform things so beautifully! Barb in Cali

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Barb!

[@MBFavazza]

The pinecone can be both Fall and Christmas. Love it.

[@cherylweso]

Cory I have had you in my prayers all week! We are all so grad that The hurricanes power decreased from what it was when it was in the golf! Thank God! Even here in Ohio, we received two days of rain and 3 inches of rain just because of that hurricane. Unbelievable that it can affect so much weather so far and wide. Praise God that you and your family are fine amen.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much Cheryl I really appreciate that. I'm amazed it traveled that far

[@cindyconlisk1062]

The bedside table looks great, and I like the sunflower print. I like your long videos when you do multiple items.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Cindy!

[@tresawilkins7159]

It looks like you luve near Cypress 53:43 North Houston. My sister used to live there. I also have a brother in Jersey Village. I hope you got your tree damage taken care of with little or no cost. I'm glad you were able to host extended family. What a blessing!

[@5dgates]

I agree with Gina! The longer the better!!!! I thought I was subscribed….. but I am NOW. I love your style. ♥️

[@DesertDIY]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sandylmcallister]

You did such a great job on all of your flips. Your talent keeps multiplying. I loved this video, so many cute things. If that little kids bench doesn't sell maybe paint it the same blue color that you painted those dressers last month. You hit the jackpot at the Good Will bins for sure!!

[@berthahobler2003]

Hi Cory so glad you make your videos you are so down to earth.always explain step by step what’s your plans are on your projects . Thanks on using healthy choices on the order listings.safe cleaners for Mother Earth. Stay safe and prayers for your family safety.😊

[@marilynmckelvey2361]

On your night stand, definitely add black wax or antique glaze. Also might do lightly distress wear areas. I’m not crazy about the pull hardware but you do you. Nice job. 😊

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! What pull would you have chosen

[@elizabethbooth8794]

Corey, I’m 70 but do remember nursing 101- let the alcohol sit 30-60 seconds to be most affective.😅You rock sister. Elizabeth

[@DesertDIY]

There you go! Thank you

[@mollieforbes652]

I agree! The longer the better! I love watching your videos and get so excited when I see a new one!

[@soniacalero7064]

I love that you don’t only tell us about your cleaning process you show step by step what you use and show us that sometimes using simple ingredients is the best and easiest way to go. Thanks that great for our health and environment.

[@cynthiagayheart5673]

I loved everything you got my favorite was the Daisy picture you showed at the end.

[@AmberMoonWitchOfSolstice]

I am so glad you didn't put antique wax on your beautiful bedside cabinet. I always think of Monet art as being fresh, soft - but never dulled with dark washes. The blue is perfect - and because the arched mirror is white, I think the blue lamp looks lovely too :)

[@AmberMoonWitchOfSolstice]

Had to add... Audrey Mayfield is quite a popular artist - her hydrangea paintings are fantastic too.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Amber! That's a really good point. Maybe I can put the lamp on a wood riser to break up the blue

[@JudyYeater-v7v]

I think the nightstand on the left side of the bed is too chunky looking . The chair with the cane seat would also look nice in that room. I do love your work! Glad you are safe. I have family both in Rio Grande Valley and in Houston, so I was watching closely from my home here in Baton Rouge.

[@melindashahan6836]

I'm glad you guys are doing so good. Love the blue nightstand. That daisy painting was so cute.

[@DianaWilliams-r9t]

I looking at this video today, July 11th and I'm glad you and your family are doing well. God is faithful and He will continue to protect you. Look forward to seeing you return when you can.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!!!

[@SuzanneRacine-k5i]

I love the tablecloth and the wreath on the little bench. Thank you for removing those creepy bug motel things - I hate those!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! Yes they're the worst!

[@NanaGigi2025]

Wow you scored on those two trips. Love what you're doing with your guest room its so my style. The night stand you just did Id keep in there maybe a round one similar in style n color for the other one. Just my opinion. Happy to hear y'all faired okay during that massive weather. Trees are a job to clear up n yes very expensive. Any video length you put out I watch and always inspired. Sending prayers for y'all and others that are dealing with the aftermath.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much

[@DonnaW25]

Hello from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇬🇧 😀, love your channel and my friends and I have named you ghe queen of thrift flipping ❤️

[@DesertDIY]

How cool!!!! I am so honored. Thank you

[@heatherburrill]

@@DonnaW25 you are so right ! 🥰🇨🇦

[@wendyellis3676]

yes perhaps a bit of antique wax would have added to the blue side table. It will all look very nice when the picture is up above the bed, it will bring it all together. Well done and bless you for helping so many people with their homes and interiors. I worked for Laura Ashley for 15 years so I know what I am on about, you are a little gem of a lady, with a lovely husband and family. I enjoy watching your videos xx

[@marymcghee3023]

Love the style of painting this cabinet. Gorgeous. Your dog is so sweet. You definitely have a decorating eye.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary

[@Kitty-mq2dw]

Long videos are good. I enjoy watching them. Great finds!😊

[@DesertDIY]

Glad you like them! Thank you

[@terribushta6032]

I am so glad ya'll are ok. Thank you for video of how things look. All your diys are beautiful. I love your shopping at the bins. It's so much fun seeing you dig. 😅 Take care and hope you get things back to normal. 😊

[@beverlyoberhelman9322]

Everything is lovely! I wish you had videos more often than once a week. Love watching you transform things. So happy you all are ok

[@kathleencorrigan3134]

Loving this long video!!!! Omg what a great haul at the GW bins!!!! I love your guest room….wouldn’t change a thing!!!! Loved everything!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@vickieking5831]

Happy you came through the storm with minimal damage. You did fantastic getting stuff at the bins. I really loved it all. I especially liked that you put that little painting on an easel. You could even decorate with a couple paint brushes, etc.

[@DesertDIY]

That's a great idea. Thank you

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

Great finds at the bins! Glad you made it through the storm. Your poor trees!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! My poor trees are old and at the end of their life. We are going to get a quote to removed many of them.

[@caregiver1418]

I like the blue cabinet but I "think" I would have went with white handle, knob and hinges. What a FANTASTIC haul and great projects that you've completed. Love it all.

[@DesertDIY]

Good choice! Thank you!

[@joannnelson9847]

Hey !!!! You of so many wonderful ideas. I would add gold to everything cameoed in your blue monet nightstand!!! Dark grey pops of color!!!! You are amazing!!!! You and your hubby are beautiful!!!!!

[@7951Aries]

The pine cone in this video can most definitely be used for fall/ winter! I think natural pine cones overall can be used any time of year as a nature element. I have a bunch in an old wood bucket sitting on the fronch porch under a barnwood bench. I wld like to turn all these pine cones into a wreath at some point but have no idea where to begin with that.

[@teresamacdonald9268]

I just love everything you do, wonderful inspiration ❤

[@jimandpegzeleznik19]

I’ve been watching your videos for quite awhile & I’ve learned a lot from you! I really like your furniture flips.i think the side tables look beautiful-perfect for the look you’re going for!!!

[@terryfeist5745]

Super grateful that you have minimal damage from Beryl! Great flips 💗

[@DesertDIY]

Me too!! Thank you

[@annefereday1293]

The antique fabric on the bench looked great draped on its own. Adding the busy pumpkin wreath gilded the Lily!

[@DesertDIY]

It is not meant to be the only way to decorate, just some ideas for things everyone can do with thrifted items. I can understand if it was too busy for you

[@Jo-AnnCorbin]

Enjoy watching your thrift flips and makeovers. So glad you’re ok after the hurricane, we live in Michigan & got the tail end of that storm, no wind just lots of rain.

[@flippinretired]

You are by far my favorite DIYer, you are amazing and such great vision. Keep it up. Glad you guys survived any serious damage from Byerl.

[@rachelhendrickson7555]

This is so good! Your coined phrase modern monet is great! This blue piece is amazing as a nightstand. So easy to picture a small vase with wildflowers in it sitting on top of the blue nightstand

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Rachel, I am so glad that you like my theme! I can envision that as well

[@janspeed2071]

Great projects. I think the nightstands in the guest bedroom would look good white! To me, pinecones are good for fall or winter!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@shawndelaney9311]

You do good work! Glad you only had the minor damage and have a generator.🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@DesertDIY]

Us too! Thank you!

[@dianehoffman3508]

I'm so glad you are doing well, considering the devastation in Houston. I hope you have electricity. Thanks for your videos!

[@AnniePhillips-ml9hz]

I am so happy cory that you all are ok god bless and thank you for sharing your talent and making all of us smile😊

[@angelinahernandez9205]

Yes longer videos are the best I love the blue nightstand. ❤ God bless 🙏

[@DeborahMask-w9k]

Thankful you and your family made it good through the hurricane

[@RoseDavis-kh6ze]

I think that the Lil bench would look so cute in your bay window with some of those beautiful plants you gad gotten!❤

[@DesertDIY]

Oh that's a cute idea!

[@Tammy-c4e]

Glad you survived with little damage from the storm...Your items are beautiful. Keep bring the ideas.

[@Linda-ii8hc]

I love the nightstand, it’s a beautiful blue. But, I think you either need to paint the other one blue or repaint it white. The design on the front needs some brass rub’n buff so it goes better with the brass pull-this is, of course just my opinion. I love the frame that you made into a wreath holder, it’s darling. All your flips are so cute! Glad you are all ok after the hurricane🥰

[@missnisha98]

❤❤❤ glad you and your family are all safe and sound.

[@Emmaandlucy743]

Love everything, you have great bins! So glad you all are safe.

[@deborahwillis1396]

Cory what good finds and great transformation Really enjoying your videos 💕

[@janethayes1908]

Glad you paint ALL of the piece!! Sooo many people go the “easy way out” and it shows.

[@DesertDIY]

I try!

[@ablare4717]

I'm just really impressed you could paint without a drop cloth. ❤ I would have paint all over my kitchen floor.

[@debbielightfoot9303]

I think your little blue bedside table is adorable ❤

[@angietarpley1983]

Love all your videos! Very hard to wait for them. Love all your projects. You have an amazing talent! Love and Prayers,

[@loushawl6721]

Everything is so pretty! I love the longer videos!

[@evaakerberg2927]

Beautiful projects and flips, and Thank god you are safe. Hugs 😍

[@LauraStafford-r6z]

Always looking forward to your videos. Everything is so beautiful.

[@MissChris1960]

So glad you are all OK!! I love all your videos, not all the makeovers are my taste but you know your clients and style!! Love longer videos as well.

[@jwolfe9232]

I would add a tiny bit of gold brush on to the little nightstand raised pieces in the middle of the door. There’s a metal handle up above and a metal pull on the door. Just seems like a little hint of gold or brass on the raised wooden pieces would cause the eye to follow three highlights instead of two. Love your voice and your happy attitude.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you! That's a great idea

[@marynick530]

I think the Christmas tree is for Christmas, the only thing I would use for fall in the items is maybe the pine cone. Loved the wreath hanging frame! Gorgeous! The painting sitting on the "easel", very cute. 😊

[@janemurray2563]

So glad you all good. Prayers coming your way. Loved your bedroom makeover. I vote for you to not change anything. Stay safe.

[@JudiClark-fx8tt]

You made me LOL with your bug motel comment. I couldn’t agree more. I enjoy your videos so much. Love your projects. So good.

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

Piper is a little sweetheart! Gee whiz, what a haul!! Like what you did with the bench. Girl, those creepy things are seed pods and I do like them (to each our own) lol. I think that wreath would look good with anything, anywhere. It is lovely. Really thankful you are safe and my heart goes out to all affected by this hurricane. Thanks for sharing. BTW, love your long videos!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much! I thought everyone hated the seed pods but I was wrong. You are the second one to comment saying you like them so far.

[@delmariesnyder2739]

I do love the pods, kinda sentimental. My Dads funeral was beautiful and rustic, like him The spray was that I got him had a few of those mixed with pheasant feathers and twigs (and greenery). I still display them in vases in my home and get compliments on them. I don’t know what they are called or where they come from. Anyway thank you for all of the beautiful projects that you share with us out here. 💕

[@wandarios]

Light and faucet are beautiful! And the curtain rod is perfect! Awesome! BLESSINGS!!!

[@bonniesmith1179]

I definitely prefer longer videos with many projects rather than short videos with few projects.

[@BeKindBePositive]

So sorry about the storm damage! Glad you were all safe

[@junerobbins6871]

The blue night stand is so awesome. I love your french inspired piece ! The lenght of the video doesnt matter to me as long as you keep it interesting. I think that the child sized bench might took good at the foot of your bed The pieces that you thought had bug homes is a seed pod and yes people still like them. The pine cone looks really wintery, so I think it would look good with both fall and christmes

[@cindyhoward9620]

Glad you guys are doing well. Your DIY’s amaze me. Very talented and you have a good eye for decorating

[@LaurelMichelleGalway]

I like the longer videos. If I need to go do something, I just pause and come back a little later. I enjoy your videos very much!

[@pbgreenroom]

I saw a mirror technique for antique mirrors that had the reflective coating peeling or qorn off. You sand off some of the back coating in random wear patches, then decoupage your old paper or tissue paper to the back. That way it peeks through the mirror. It's Very Cool looking. That mirror tray would be perfect to try that technique on!! It hides the glass imperfections. And it's easier to dust/ clean than regular decoupage.

[@lisanasca2762]

Either way long or short. Just love seeing all you projects and smiling face.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Lisa!