Bed Springs Repurpose ~ DIY Furniture ~ Box Springs Upcycle ~ Repurposed Furniture

[@teresapayne7782]

Mary, I rarely comment on videos but while going back and re-watching some of your earlier videos you stated that your only hope was that you could inspire people with your channel. I want you to know that not only do you inspire me to be creative and use up every last drop of everything, but more importantly, you inspire me to be better and do better. Please know that you sharing your life and who you are absolutely makes a difference in my life and I'm sure, so many others. The table and box are gorgeous.

[@oscargoldfield1593]

Great post! You should comment more often.

[@patriceyoung7479]

I so agree. Can you imagine what our world would be like with more people like Mary. She is an inspiration in so many ways.

[@politicalpartyagnostic268]

So true and beautifully said.

[@carolynlunel9382]

Thank you for taking the time and writing so beautifully..Mary is a treasure ❤

[@sarahdeason493]

Teresa P. / I love your post so much . I mirror your feelings but could never have said it so perfectly . Thank U for your post ❣

[@jodiemeschke6889]

Was it worth it? 1. The satisfaction of reusing something you were going to throw away. 2. Spending time doing something you enjoy. 3. Building a beautiful new piece for your home. 4. Sharing your talent with your subscribers. Of course it was worth it! Thanks for sharing.

[@kaycox5555]

I just love how others see trash, and you see beauty and reuse!

[@saidaswift9531]

Dear Heavenly Father, Mary has gone thru so much to salvage some wood to make a beautiful piece of furniture. Please bless her indeed this year, above all that she can think or ask...and all the viewers said... Amen! 😘❤️😘

[@elainewarren7968]

Amen 🙏🏽

[@ruthlowrey3962]

Amen!

[@beautifulsoul7394]

AMEN 🙏

[@jjcooper8]

Your tenacity is one reason I watch you. You’re Inspiring

[@diannerempel8262]

I am not only inspired, I am blown away at how you come up with such a beautiful project as a spa-like stool from a boxspring mattress!!! Then to make such a cute little soap box with the scraps and nest/candle holders from the springs! Mary, you should win a DIY woman of the Year award! You are calming, inspiring, encouraging, and such a blessing to others. God bless!

[@fayee8986]

I couldn't have said it better myself. LOL for about a year I've just been laid around. Let my house go let myself go and everything else go. LOL but after watching you clean, and the energy, and zeal you had. And you're beautiful home. Made me want to get up and do something. LOL and that's a miracle these days. Thank you Mary. I don't think you're really realize what a blessing you are!

[@lindakelly9699]

Mary, those springs would make a good trellis for outdoor vines like clematis, etc.

[@bushpushersdaughter]

I thought bottle tree, bird house design (roof with added 'shingles'), wind chime base and on and on! :)

[@janenefelter4056]

My Dad used a twin metal bed frame over the beans in the garden!! Box springs have a ton of purpose too!

[@jennawildah6514]

@@janenefelter4056 Thank you:) Your comment reminded me of projects my Dad would do. We crawled across an empty pool once & dismantled a huge wooden makeshift pool cover to bring him a truckload of wood. He used it for yrs, making a lrg sign & barber pole for my Mom's shop (still there). He even reused some of the nails! Grew huge tomatoes. He's been gone 10yrs now, & I wish he could've taught me much more. (Especially now as a newly single chic w/a necessity to know all the "fix-it" skills myself). Learn all you can from him. I wish you a prosperous 2021:)

[@shirleycarter2451]

Was thinking just the same. Or garden ornaments.

[@sheshickey]

@@shirleycarter2451 I have used these springs and chair springs for garden decor!

[@stef1lee]

Woman power is always cheaper than going into a big box home improvement store and purchasing their low quality products. Plus, you disassembling that box spring and repurposing the materials, helps to keep that stuff out of the landfills. I'd say, it was completely worth the time. You did an excellent job and just impressed all your friends and supporters more and more with your incredible talent and eye for beautiful and functional furniture. Thank you for the video.

[@Tootsie55]

That wood is probably better than what you get at lowes....its seasoned already. Love how you reuse things. Everything turned out so stinking cute! Amazing!

[@cbereal]

With what is happening in our country today, I feel a bit lost and unfocused. I decided to get a cup of coffee and sit down to watch Mary at work on yet another project. Watching her lifted my spirit as well as reading all these lovely posts. Very hopefully for today! Thank you #whitecottagecompany.

[@JolovesDecor]

This woman is amazing. God has blessed her mightily.

[@justmejo9008]

If there was a gawd he would bless every human mightily 😔

[@jlsumner7]

She chooses to use her talents to be active and she taps into her creativity. I admire her work ethic. Saying someone is “blessed” is a turnoff to Christianity. Are people with disabilities who cannot do those things cursed?

[@JolovesDecor]

@@jlsumner7 no. I meant nothing by this. Just that she’s very talented. I feel God blessed everyone with different talents and abilities. That’s all. This is what’s wrong with the world today. People make something out of nothing. I’m disabled, so should I take your attacking my comment offending? No, because I see this for what it is. I’m 53. I’ve lived way to much life to allow a simple compliment or comment about what someone can do get under my skin by someone who’s most likely looking for an opportunity to cause more division in this world. I’m not blessed to be a basketball player, or play the piano, but I have other abilities. That’s all I meant. She’s a blessed person. Is your REAL issue with God, or that someone with or without disabilities couldn’t be blessed? (Which was your ?) And no....saying the word blessed is NOT. A turnoff to Christianity. Unless you have an issue with Christianity. God blessed everyone, and I’m not apologizing for God either. Have a blessed day.

[@pattycarosi9618]

Well said! She is so creative.

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

It takes so long to grow a tree, so, thank you for sparing one by using available supplies. Your projects were fantastic!

[@theresatrudelle3972]

I love the fact you left the marks on the top with the indentations of bed springs.

[@shellslaraine9295]

Me too.

[@DaintyDiaries]

This is so cute, I love that you reused the wood from the bed frame and gave it a new lease of life! and the scrap wood soap box! Amazing! Well done x

[@lindanave6390]

Dainty Diaries I follow your channel! I was excited to see you on this site!! Just wanted to say hello!

[@margabyl418]

Says the lady who made an outside bar from a boxspring😏🙋‍♀️

[@sylettemonroe8878]

Birds nest on bed spring so stinking adorable!

[@lauradelucastroia4191]

I watch you, too! I love that we have a world wide circle of friends! 💕

[@cristiankyler5228]

Instablaster

[@kokeshidoll5863]

Getting those springs off would have defeated me Mary! Your persistence paid off. What a darling little table and soap box!

[@wandawilliams3110]

You and women like you, makes me so proud. Two months ago, our teenage grandsons was horsing around in the den. One of them, slam the doorknob into the wall. I've seen my husband make these kinds of repairs a lot, because of our four boys. So I decided to try and do it, what a mess. I wouldn't close the door, I didn't want him to see the larger hole I had made. And that metal tape stuff along with the paste, that had fallen into the hole. I had forgotten about the hole. Closed the door a few days ago and found it had been repaired. With a note that read. "Thank you baby for trying." He hasn't brought it up,nether have I. I just fixed him a Sweet potato custard. And the note read: Thank you baby. Peace

[@ginajennings1664]

I love how you look at something that might end up in a land fill and repurpose it and turn it into something beautiful....You inspire me to be more creative with things I would normally discard. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

[@taragunser8438]

Wow a lot of work to be sure. But such a cute piece. Amazing

[@pamelairvin3164]

Those springs!!! I'm sure you know they are treasures at the antique stores; used as bases for bird nests, as photo holders and simple farmhouse decor additions!

[@sandychism6098]

Yes, and gor candle holders. I have a few and when I need a filler I use them in a wooden box or bowl. They are handy.

[@angelmom916]

Snowmen,scarecrow heads,curling iron stand,etc..The possibilities are as endless as the imagination

[@tanypie1321]

I have my own small business creating home decor and gifts with wood, and after a VERY busy Christmas season, which I am so thankful for, I was completely burned out and haven't felt much like being creative. I watched this video and it restored me and I now have some inspiration to get back into my shop. I always enjoy watching you repurpose items and this video was a great one. Right down to using the springs!! Love your channel and can't wait to see what you share with us next. Happy and blessed New Year to you and your family.

[@asianangel5400]

I know repurposing things takes a long time, but you make it look so easy on KZbin. Your projects came out beautiful.

[@ensignj3242]

Ahhhhh my kind of woman. My husband was blinded in combat while serving as a marine. I learned to do home repairs and projects on my own. I’m now a widow and 67 yrs old and I’m still doing projects. Many thanks.

[@brianandtamiolson2330]

Ok, just when you amazed me with the little table, you go and blow my mind with the springs👍🏼❤️

[@micheleann6099]

I don't have enough words to express my thoughts! You are such a Godly-gifted woman!!!

[@lindaplunkett1864]

Reduce, reuse, recycle has been my motto for many years, so watching this video made me smile😀😀. Great job!

[@shellslaraine9295]

I look at a box spring and see a box spring.! You look at a box spring...then you transform it in to beautiful pieces. You are so inspiring Mary.

[@marykirtley3474]

I admire your determination. It's great to use as much as we can instead of throwing things out. Good for you! Best.

[@terrytt2932]

Her visions are always amazing to me. So glad the springs will also be repurposed! But, oooh, I so wish she would protect her eyes! Made me anxious with her pulling out staples and snipping springs!

[@christineclark4469]

Me too!

[@carylonanteau8387]

I love watching how you can pull things apart and put it back together to make something useful and beautiful! Even love the springs with the butterfly tag and ribbon! You are a true inspiration to all of us crafters and creators!! Thank you

[@frang.5913]

I love how you use every little bit of materials to make useful beautiful things. Less in landfills too. Great job.

[@annetten.8667]

Young lady you have such a gift. GOD bless you and keep on with your amazing diy ideas . Your bench is perfect !

[@nancyschaffer7568]

I love the stool and the way you used it in the bathroom. You have a God given talent.

[@afdraftsrmandy3176]

Wow, you have much patience and perseverance! Job well done!

[@stephanieadams6461]

I think it was totally worth your effort homesteading and recycling aren’t always easy but you get that sense of pride and achievement knowing you saved it from landfill and created new lif. I love what you did with the springs

[@kmjnkns]

I think the bird’s nest on the spring is a cute idea. I’ve seen pumpkins on bed springs for fall. The table turned out so cute!

[@rachelking7002]

It's just cool people could have a piece of your old furniture. I love when things have a back story to it.

[@janeyjanedee2493]

I used to have an antique booth and stools and small tables were always good sellers. Love the table and little box. ❤️❤️

[@jbellbird9050]

Your hard work was worth it and the little table looks gorgeous in your bathroom. Never tire of watching you transform used, unwanted things into beautiful items!

[@maryrapai8301]

I just knew you would come up with a use for the springs! Love the table. As usual, you made my Wednesday morning!

[@robynw6307]

No-one would believe that these two gorgeous items can from the frame of a box spring. Stunning. I love that the rings from the springs are still visible on the top. So glad you made use of the springs too.

[@lolabrainard7403]

I love how the table turned out, Mary. Its absolutely beautiful.

[@MerlyCosta]

Your video made me emotional. I love the way you transform things that would go to the garbage. A lot of work for sure but the reward of repurposing something that would otherwise be burned or pollute the environment is priceless. It always hurts me to see so many things go to waste and seeing your videos give me ideas and motivation to collect and metamorphose the unwanted. You are a true artist. Thank you!

[@karenhoffart7431]

The bench turned out so good, all the projects did!!❤️

[@NancyBIsom]

Oh but look at all those lovely springs!!!!! A little time out in the rain and snow and the most gorgeous rusty patina!

[@anneliehedblom3578]

I love how creatively you reused almost all of that bed! Great job! Best wishes to you and your family! ❤️

[@teresecox4109]

Mary, in the beginning, i could not possibly envision what in the world you with do with that wood! Wow! I never cease to be amazed at you creativity and abilities!

[@shirleylentz862]

Love your determination--was going to say that crafters would love to have the springs!

[@brendarummell6152]

Mary you never cease to amaze me at all you can do. I have never seen anybody take apart a boxspring before. You did a great job repurposing!

[@vickiharrison1626]

the bedsprings were popular several years ago.. I remember seeing flying angels, large birds etc. attached to them..

[@jodollman8136]

I love that you repurposed the box spring into something useful and decorative.

[@susanhoxter1566]

Beautiful work, hand made in the USA!

[@leahrivka]

Mary I so appreciate that you persevered and created such beautiful items with the box spring. You really inspire me. Not only in creativity but in your humbleness.

[@Judy-ys2ge]

So so cute Mary. It was worth the work. ❤️

[@ginafriend1690]

Nice on your table, little lady! The lifetime of memories it created are worth even more!!

[@politicalpartyagnostic268]

I suspect that wood is well dried hard wood vs soft wood from the Home Improvement stores. Well worth the work breaking the box Spring down IMO. You did a great job! The little table has allot of character!! Turned out beautiful. The springs if cut up with a grinder could potentially make cool Christmas decorations painted silver and zip tie some lights for brightly lit spirals.

[@janredfern3218]

The idea of the bedspring platform for whatever use is just amazing what a stupendous brain you have.

[@AWanderingEye]

Gloves and goggles, please!

[@maryherbert2709]

Absolutely love the bench, soap box and the reuse of the spring...cleaver! More patience than I possess. MUCH more.

[@sueoneal2249]

Great job. I love that what you make is so useful and beautiful!

[@francampbell9356]

Mary, I absolutely love this project! I know it was a huge amount of work, but you certainly produced some beautiful, useful items. You never cease to amaze me! May the Lord bless you today.

[@sarahsiskin6780]

I would use those springs to grow peas on. Lol. A tall spring tree! My mind is always drifting towards the garden!

[@erikas974]

Great idea or you can use it a wine bottle or glass holder.

[@nicole1184]

What a beautiful sentence ....... “my mind is always drifting towards the garden”.

[@jansouthern]

So great that you were able to make things from actual trash, saving the wood and springs from the landfill. Way to go, Mary!

[@nikkiep23]

Mary the bench is adorable! And I love how styled everything. And wow what a great use of the springs. You are so talented and creative. Happy New Year!

[@rebacorddesignstudio7470]

You repurposing that wood, etc. keeps all of that out of the landfill and that alone is a good thing. Anytime something can be repurposed instead of tossed is great. I don't think anyone is laughing, just very interested in what you are doing. You inspire the rest of us to see what we can do with what we have. Thank you for that.

[@yzolakitchi]

That bench is fab, definitely worth the effort. I love how you left the spring marks on the surface. I was worried you were going to sand them off and I think it's always nice to give a nod to an upcycled item's former life!

[@cherylmiller2334]

Mary! You are so creative! I never would have thought of that!!!! I don't believe you waste anything. You are truly an amazing repurposed lady! I sure hope you're proud of what you bring to us and what you have accomplished in life! I applaud you!!!!👏❤️

[@gorgo1945]

Dear Mary, I love everything you do however I would like to say please, please do protect your eyes when removing those pins/staples from the wood. They can easily fly up and damage your eyes. xx

[@christyinthecarolinas]

IMO, Saving wood of any kind is a great thing! So beautiful!

[@kathyhatley4366]

Extra wood would have been good for an IPad stand.

[@carolvargas5630]

Oh Mary, you did it again !!! There is nothing that you can't do!!!! AMAZING!!!

[@wendyharbison6266]

My husband said, he can already see me pulling in the driveway with a mattress on the roof of my car! 😂🤣

[@donnamauriello1511]

I'm just in awe of your talent, who would have thought of using a box spring???? That's just awesome and came out beautiful!!!

[@pamelafox7677]

Don’t forget to get your safety glasses Mary!

[@summersez1673]

Those springs would be a great start to make tree toppers. A wood star cut out attached with twine or even making angels out of them. I always love your videos. Gets my creative juices flowing. Thanks for another great one Mary!

[@NitrosMom074]

Mary, please wear eye protection when working like this. I was so fearful that a flying staple would hit you in the eye. I cringed every time you got one out with such force. I really love the finished project!

[@vbee3571]

Quit with the nagging. Just let her do it her way and enjoy her.

[@NitrosMom074]

@@vbee3571 I don’t see how being concerned for Mary’s safety is nagging, but you are welcome to your opinion.

[@31sahana]

Yes I wish she would also wear ear protection.

[@erikas974]

Yes I agree she should wear eye protection. That is concern nothing else. Since I had eye operation I am more aware of it when I am working in the garden to wear protection. Bits could fly up better safe than sorry. You only have one pair of eyes.

[@joycekendrick6024]

I was thinking the same thing! Please protect your eyes!

[@benteboganes5275]

Your faith is as beautiful as your creations, Ohio is now on my bucket list!!! Greetings from 🇨🇦 Canada ❤️

[@susanaquezada7671]

Mary, for Q&A: Why did you leave the Amish?

[@beverlymartin1414]

Rather personal please rethink.

[@helenablignaut662]

Well done, Mary! Reusing instead of recycling is always first prize. A job well done.

[@joettejohnson5658]

Mary, shouldn't you be wearing safety goggles when popping out staples?

[@angelahagood7143]

Oh my word! 🤯 Mind officially blown!!! How cute, cute, cute! 💡 Genius!

[@katherinejohnson3998]

Mary , I love your determination and perseverance in a project. I never laugh at you when you are tackling a hard task. I am just in awe that you are trying it. I really like the table , you did a great job. And I think the spring idea is something I would like to have. Thanks for sharing.

[@lj4166]

Mary, You are an absolute delight to watch. I call you my friend when I'm working in my own shop. Sometimes my husband will say, "why are you doing it that way?" And I respond with, "because that's how my friend Mary does it." Please keep sharing your creative and resourceful spirit with us. I look so forward to your videos.

[@lauradissinger5404]

I loved the repurposed wood and springs. It’s always worth it. God blessed you with talent and creativity.

[@jackieburnett6881]

Mary there is nothing you can not do! Your mind works a mile a minute!! This definitely was worth all of your efforts. Now I would not throw the springs away. There use is so many things! Love this video. The table and the box is just perfect!!

[@lindak7499]

Really nice projects Mary. Only 2 hours to take it apart doesn't seem to bad. I'm glad you recycled it. I think the creative process and seeing a vision come to fruition is more important than how long it takes to disassemble. Thanks

[@teresabell1014]

I like that you don't waste anything. You are very creative.

[@sherilynalexnder897]

I love the bench/table, and the way you made the little 'soap' box. Your hubs is a lucky man to have snagged such a well-skilled woman!

[@mercedesescoto628]

God bless you mary. You are most inspiring to me and to so many people. Recycling is an excellent way to help the earth and avoid the extreme growth of dumpsters. I thank you all the way from Puerto Rico USA caribean. Shalom

[@connievandekoppel562]

A girl after my own heart . Recycle, reuse, repurpose. Keep those creative wheels turning.xo

[@jodifesler6712]

Oh my gosh sister talked about making a silk purse out of a sow's ear. To me that is a true artist that can look at something and see it in a whole different Realm. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@patriciaskitch2341]

What a blessing you are to your followers Mary.

[@RebeccaRohrHome]

Those spring coils are great for primitive rustic decor , put them in your shop. Thanks Mary for sharing.

[@madonnawayne4130]

Keeps the thing from the landfill. It looks so simple but useful. Love your instructional steps, easy to follow.

[@teresap268]

Very ingenious. You didn’t let anything go to waste. We all should all think that way.

[@louisedole7179]

You are so industrious. Unbelievable. So appreciate your creativity.

[@standingforjesus1214]

What a blessing. We are to be wise stewards of the blessings God has given us. So many people take a lot for granted. To me you were using what God gave you to the max. Too much waste in this country. Loved your ideas. Looked great.

[@jeannet9592]

That bench is absolutely adorable, and the wood is a very pretty natural color. So clever, Mary!

[@dianeboileau2026]

I think it was totally worth it to take apart the bed frame! You must feel so much satisfaction out of repurposing the wood and the springs! I am so amazed at how many bed frames end up in our landfill! Love the bench and the little box! And I never would have thought to use the springs the way you did!

[@alicejump2290]

You work so hard and didn’t give up! Sometimes I feel that way with art and craft projects, keeping on usually is worth it! Blessed and safe days!

[@manuelasanchezlozano3868]

Me encanta reciclar y ver como has transformado un objeto que ya no te servia en algo tan bello me alegra. Gracias Mary desde España