IKEA Alex Hack! DIY Faux Apothecary Cabinet. Home Office Update!

[@Winterwitch4477]

Reduce Reuse Recycle!! Love your vibe pretty lady!! 🥰 Much love from 🇨🇦

[@DaintyDiaries]

Yes! Thank you sweetheart, thanks for watching x

[@emilyallen8436]

Oh, how I wish you were full time on youtube! I adore you and everything you do. I've watched almost every one of your videos...some of them a few times lol. My baby and I get up from our thursday naps and the FIRST thing I do is look for you! And you never disappoint!!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw Emily, I am so happy to hear that, I am delighted you enjoy the videos and look forward to them x

[@gwenruggeri9151]

Catherine, you are one clever, talented, creative, and gifted young lady. Great job! So enjoy watching your channel. You never cease to amaze me!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw, I really appreciate that Gwen, thank you for watching x

[@lifeofaimee6259]

OMG I love this finished project...just got the keys to my new house and a number of up cycling ideas gathered from you...

[@DaintyDiaries]

Congratulations on getting the keys for your new home! X

[@rachelolivas4775]

Wow you have so much creativity. I love how it turned out .. God knows i don't have a creative bone but love watching your masterpieces❤ Thanks again for sharing😉

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

You brought out the white wax, and I thought 'yippee!! She's going to say my favourite word!! Autentico!'. And then you didn't. Gutted, I tell you, gutted! Great job, missus, looks fab. Xx

[@julesiou12]

That's such a great hack. I love how you've added the veneers to the fronts and adding legs really gives it a cool look. I'm a terror for collecting legs. I've even unscrewed feet or legs of an abandoned sofa or two that are beyond repair for anything else. They really vamp up a piece. Love all those little drawers so handy for hobbies. Thanks for sharing and inspiring as always x

[@barbarashipley9720]

Love the Ikea hack. You did a great job changing it and it looks fantastic.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you Barbara, I hope you have a lovely weekend, thanks for watching x

[@leighsanchez481]

Love the way you have changed the set of drawers, absolutely brilliant. It gives me an idea to change one of our sets of drawers. Many thanks for inspiration to do this Catherine.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you Leigh! I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@beverlycollins4283]

I think what you have done with that room is stunning. It does bring a calming effect to one's spirit. A nice cup of hot tea after a relaxing bath at the end of the day, a pencil and some drawing paper and let the creativity flow. ☺

[@harley8680]

I love it! Ikea furniture was my best investment ever, I wish I had not spent thousands on other stuff. I have had an Alex for almost ten years. It holds all my paper punches, cutters, rubber stamps, Sizzix dies. The other I cannot live without is the Kallax (formerly Expedit)...oh the best for craft spaces! Cheeky thumbs up my favorite ray of Irish sunshine! xx

[@lorrainepearson4150]

Can’t wait to see your new office , ikea unit looks great 👍

[@jmlane5156]

Love it!! You did a superb job transforming a plain, practical piece of furniture with your own personal style. My sister did something similar with an old dresser she found and now it’s pride of place in her newly renovated trailer. Making furniture personal makes all the difference in the world to a space.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you sweetheart, thanks for watching x

[@MatthewEncina]

Very smart use of 1/4” for the faces. Thanks for sharing!

[@barbaramccoy3592]

Excellence again! I am rethinking my work space and this idea is priceless without denting the budget. Thanks.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Glad it was helpful Barbara, Thanks for watching xx

[@allisonbaylis95]

I have just discovered your vlog, and blown away. Aren't you lovely. Love what you have done with your home. Very inspirational. 🌻❤️🌸

[@annieoli28]

It turned out great. Love the sage green.

[@trishagoodier3943]

Loved this make over/up cycle, brilliant idea, the colour is perfect, it's one of the colours I'm into at the moment. I also absolutely love your Buddha that you dressed the unit with.

[@DaintyDiaries]

AW thank you Nikki! X

[@ruthgoddard6539]

Oh it turned out so pretty and neat.love the way it looks

[@tisa6193]

Great idea! loved the outcome . Think the feet looked good but still look good painted too.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Theresa x 👍

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Hey Catherine that turned out really nice. Recycle, reuse and reduce💚❤

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Cathy, I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@deannaworm2365]

This came out so nice. I am very impressed. You have a great eye for things.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thank you x

[@judym4673]

YES to passing things on ! Looking good 😃

[@jackiemadden4024]

Just love your makeovers you’ve become a wizz with the electric tools

[@intentionallycreatingmylif2281]

Great job, love it. I love up cycling, it’s lovely to see the transformation. I like the legs being different. Unique 😉

[@debbieredhill]

Love it! You have brilliant ideas! Very important not to buy and just throw away. Reduce, recycle, reuse. My IKEA furniture is more than 20 years and it's doing very well! No intention of getting rid of it 😉. Take care xxx

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Deborah, thanks for watching, I hope you have a lovely weekend x x x

[@debbieredhill]

@@DaintyDiaries thank you! You too xxx

[@janetwilliams782]

I really love this hack..looks gorgeous..love the paint colour also..u did fabulous..love ur work..tyfs♡

[@jacquelinelem7446]

What a great way to change the look of a chest of draws great job Catherine thanks for sharing love Jackie x

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Jackie! I am glad you enjoyed it x Thanks for watching x

[@eileenchambers4253]

Looks fabulous Catherine, looking forward to your next vlog ♥️

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks so much Eileen! 😊

[@michellefleenor5854]

I watch tons of crafting/furniture makeover videos, and I think your is the best! Hugs from Kansas USA

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you so much Michelle, you are so kind x 😊

[@mecraftytoo]

You never fail to amaze me, you really do have some brilliant ideas. I just love how you just get those big tools out and create something fabulous.x

[@deepestanio4625]

Looks like old fashioned tool drawers! Amazing!

[@KateriBurnett]

Hi Catherine, wow this little dresser turned out so cute. Great job sweetie. Your an amazing young lady. Look out people Catherine has her power tools again.😁😆😊

[@zoeemiko8149]

It's a lovely flip! I'd never guess it started out as a plain ol boring Ikea piece. Well done!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Zoe! I hope you have a lovely weekend x

[@angiejovi1]

Brilliant , you will be setting a trend

[@dedestephens4229]

Very nice job Catherine!

[@katieMarie2022]

Oh Catherine, your such a smarty pants! very creative and talented. Beautiful work and well done. God Bless.

[@amandapinkerton2785]

As always AMAZING I always look forward to Thursdays and your next project. Keep going it's my weekly treat xxx

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw, I am happy to hear that Amanda x

[@brendamoring5429]

That turned out amazing. You are so talented with all you do. Yes would love to see the craft room makeover. Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed day.

[@DaintyDiaries]

You are so kind Brenda, Office makeover is ready to go for next week! X

[@annestephenson1548]

Lovely job Catherine.! Another great upcycle from you ! Absolutely love what you have done , you are soooooo talented 😀

[@DaintyDiaries]

You are so kind Anne! X Thank you

[@DerrynEHahn-ir2jv]

Looks great! When attaching lots of handles, make a cardboard template based off the centre of the drawer with your pilot holes❤️✨

[@pennyhanson2598]

I’ve always wanted a set of Alex drawers, but nowhere for it at the moment. You’ve done a super job transforming yours! Kind regards from Penny in Liverpool 🇬🇧😊💕

[@DaintyDiaries]

I really appreciate that Penny, thank you x

[@4nicmac4]

Oh you have outdone yourself this time! It’s fabulous!

[@larag1764]

Great job by Blondie and Pepsi - they both deserve a raise ! Love the new wall colour in your office. I'm looking forward to the reveal. Stay safe and best wishes from Australia 🤗

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Lara, I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@louiselill1528]

You did a great job Katherine I love the draw front ideas

[@moyaking8961]

I have a 2 bedroomed townhouse which is quite large. I used to have a craft shop so I have a ton of things in the craft room. The other day I was helping my crafter friend pack up her house as she's miving. It made me realise just how much stuff I've got and don't use. Once our weather here in Cyprus cools down im going to have a good sort out. I live the Ikea hack and I'm looking forward to seeing what you've done to your office. I'm also painting a couple of walls in my lounge in Willow green.

[@DaintyDiaries]

I love sorting out and passing items on to others, it feels good and allowed space for more abundance to come through, I would love some of your Cyprus sunshine lol x I hope you have a lovely weekend x

[@elizabethmonsees3643]

That looks very nice CatherinE 😊Love how you take chances and get wonderful results💕

[@jdowsett1]

Wow Catherine what a lovely job❣️Bravo 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Jennie x

[@chrisprpich7019]

What an awsome piece. Love how you changed it up. 😀❤️🇨🇦

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@suecox2308]

If you box in each of the legs with the same plywood you used on the drawers, (a simple topless, bottomless box glued onto the legs) it would match the stain better. Lovely project.

[@malva4838]

I was gifted one of these as well! I'd considered painting it, but this veneer idea is now a possibility. Great transformation! And I agree, painting the feet may be the way to go. Thanks for sharing your creations!

[@amybriggs8423]

I loved the finish cabinet !!!!!

[@acampbell1959]

Beautiful! Luv the recycle vibe. And of course hugs to the Queenie! Hugs

[@chrissieanne4641]

Fabulous make over, it’s amazing what can be achieved with a sheet of mdf and a creative and talented mind. Love it xx

[@vickinoeske1711]

Really like how the cabinet turned out. And, I like the stain color.

[@spookygeek9459]

That’s brilliant I like the way you what you done to that unit thank you for sharing that give me some idea for my new place when I do move keep safe take care and your family🌸💜😊

[@carinnedifrancesco7618]

Lovely addition to the room. I loved to way you made it "yours".

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Carinne, I am so happy with it x

[@prueconnelly3904]

Your creativity seems endless. I love what you did with this price and completely agree with the Ikea mentality. You have done a beautiful job, I can't wait to see the whole room. Love from Australia ❤

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you sweetheart, I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@susan5301]

Another project well done! Looks smashing! Thanks for sharing and have a nice week-end! Hi to Blondie and Pepsi!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Susan, I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@bleugaze]

I'm loving your clamp lyfe, lol. Saw this on pinterest, I'm so happy I found you on youtube. Great idea!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Yay, glad you found me x

[@alyssacarvalho5795]

Yay! A new video by Dainty always makes my week better! Looks gorgeous. Love to "Queen Bee" and Pepsi! 🐈🐱💗

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Alyssa, I hope you have a lovely evening x

[@janreilly6989]

Turned out fab.. Love the basket and decor aswell xx

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Jan! Thanks for watching x

[@patriciabennett1819]

Everything is just so very inspiring ,Catherine. All what you do is amazing.This is a super transformation. Really a pleasure to watch as you are helping everyone achieve and follow your great instructions.This Alex unit turned out perfect.will hold lots of things. Thank you so very much,Catherine.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you Patricia! X

[@deirdredelaughder1060]

Catherine, I love what you did with this IKEA piece! Great job and it’s so pretty in your space. God bless you hon!💕💕

[@juneroberts5305]

What an amazing and excellent hack/make-over! It looks fabulous. I 💙 apothecary cabinets, so this was right up my alley. 😀

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw, thank you June, Happy to hear you like it x

[@marieradatsz4126]

Definitely better than that original . This is the best ikea hack I have seen yet. U also think the legs look fine as they are. Who is a clever girl xxx

[@momof2momof2]

Wonderful job as always ! It looks so good ! tfs 💗 I had a thought about the legs...you could decoupage some pretty paper or napkins etc. on the legs if you wanted to girly-fy it :)

[@DaintyDiaries]

Oh Thanks for the decoupage tip! X

[@JennyAmponsah]

Great video as always Catherine!

[@Kelly-lo6cz]

So much prettier!! Great job!

[@rainbowobsidian5313]

Im in the process of making an office / craft room too. will hopefully have plants in it as well.

[@SimplyChill]

Your home is beautiful love your style you are an inspiration. love from Austria.

[@shelley5008]

Looks fab!! Well done.

[@heinz57mama]

I love what you did! 👍 I also have been loving sage green color. You did a great job!

[@caryulmer5578]

The legs actually look fine as is. You did a beautiful job. Honestly you always take something & actually improve it from what the original design was. Someone (furnature building companies?) should hire you to assist with designs. Your ideas are lovely.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw, thanks Cary!

[@trinaansel9979]

Hi Catherine! I love everything that you rescue and make your own style, you are always so creative! Thanks for sharing your talent and for the inspiration. I can't wait to see your craft room makeover. :)

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you Trina! I hope you have a lovely weekend x x

[@kikibrownie1374]

It looks so beautiful !!😍

[@susiedavis8374]

I plan to get this Alex unit to use as a bedside table. But don’t like any of the finishes it comes in. This gives me lots of ideas for up cycling. Thanks

[@little_misscrafty]

Love the makeover, really creative way to make over utility furniture into something useful and beautiful 😊

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you xxx

[@kathyesargent9088]

Looking forward to the makeover

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Kathye! X

[@donnawalter3061]

Catherine you are a very talented lady, your draws look fantastic, I actually think there is nothing you can't do 👍😘

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you so much Donna 😀 you are a sweetheart x

[@funnyd8798]

Such a great idea! I love it!

[@naomiakulu-haulangi3502]

love your thrift flip!! another cheeky thumbs-up 👍 👌 😉 👏

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks for the cheeky thumbs up Naomi! X

[@polly2020]

What an upgrade, so good.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Polly! X

[@ramancheema5dec]

Damn girl !!! You are so creative.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thanks sweetheart! Thanks for watching xx

[@trishwilson7517]

Clever girl, you've done it again. Gives a nod to a map or drafting cabinet to me. Changing the leg colour is a great idea. I wonder if you could "veneer" on the same plywood s the stains would match..? I also think industrial casters would be awesome on it. Anyhoo, I believe you're right about this winter being a long one :( Here's to fun projects and tidy spaces!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Yes, I hope Winter isn't as bad as I am feeling but, we will get though it, I hope you have a lovely weekend Trish x

[@sandraashcroft9791]

Great storage flip. What about using castors so that you can bring it to your bench when your working on a project.

[@moominesque6081]

Another great video! You are an inspiration! 🌻

[@faypendleton7150]

This turned out beautifully! Love it!

[@traveledtexan]

Such a nice touch and color...

[@carliem9494]

Just dyed a blekinge white, cover for the Ektorp storage footstool a smoke grey to match a sofa of someone I was passing the footstool onto - dyed like a dream! Guess I don’t regard Ikea as throwaway though as the design is so strong and the pieces lend themselves to re-thinking of use/appearance. (which Ikea encourage) Your re-imagining turned out very nicely too

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Carlie! That sounds FAB

[@PilatesFanC]

Great job! Very creative!

[@cebj7121]

A little love can go a long way. A lot of paint and Gorilla Glue can go even further, LOL! Beautiful work as always. TFS! 😷😊🙏

[@rebeccarendle3706]

Looks amazing! .. I think the legs look nice as wood.. They just need a darker stain to better match the door fronts.

[@donna8212]

Beautiful job Catherine!! Everything you recycle turns out amazing!!! ☺️👍🏻💖

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks Donna! XX

[@tinaspears6769]

Huge cheeky thumbs up from Kentucky, USA 😁👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😁💖💝💘 this was a stunning upcycle, Catherine! You are amazingly brilliant!!! Please come stay with me in the US & help me upcycle my bedroom lol I kept wondering what you had clamped on your pants thru out the video 😂😂😂😂 well I found out when you put them on the drawers 😂😂😂 much peace & love headed your way 🙏🏻💖🎀🧚‍♀️🌷🌸💚⚜️💘🌷🌸💝🙏🏻

[@DaintyDiaries]

You are a sweetheart Tina! Thank you, thank you for your kindness x

[@mandyjolil6069]

Good job glad your back x

[@ethompson1965]

LOVELY, YOU DID A GREAT JOB, LOVE FROM CANADA

[@vivsalittlebitcrafty4854]

What a brilliant hack. Looks great x

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you Viv! X

[@casbabe63]

You’re so good at DIY I love watching your channel x

[@janetbyrne7765]

Katherine, you are so clever and have such a creative mind that sees possibilities! You did an excellent job cutting a straight line and that is hard with a jigsaw! If you have some thicker lumber to cut, you might try clamping a long timber (like a 1’x4’ in the US) along the line you draw, thereby making a cutting jig. Also, my darling girl, if you are using a drill you MUST either put your hair in a bun or braid it or tuck your ponytail where it will NOT be caught by the drill when you bend over. It would be a disaster. I was so nervous watching your hair I could hardly stand it! Thank goodness nothing happened. Listen to the voice of experience! I love the look of the chest of drawers you made over. If you painted the legs metallic it would look very mid-century modern, but I like the idea of them being the same color as the body of the piece.