DIY IKEA HACK DRESSER *Lulu and Georgia inspired*

[@tinalemac]

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[@kelseywagner1786]

Option A! It’s a more tranquil and relaxing pattern which is perfect for a bedroom! I bet you could make a larger paint brush for the wall if you buy a push broom and twist the handle off of it :) Also, option B has a grid-like pattern that is similar to the beautiful dresser you diy-ed in this video. So the two walls of the room would have matching motifs. Not sure if that is something you want or not, but just something to think about.

[@starbugginout]

Option a looks wayyy more soothing for a bedroom and it goes really well with the room

[@jennynations04]

Option A. It seems to be a relaxing pattern. The other one would look good in a craft room with all the movement it offers. I love how good the dresser turned out. Great job.

[@elzacreatif7511]

I think you will be happy with option B for a longer period of time than with A. That was a *great* IKEA dresser transformation!

[@opalmoon2256]

Option A!!! W0W!!! The dresser turned out amazing, great job!!!👍👍

[@blackcatproductions3]

Option A is soooooo magical and fits the feel of the room I think.

[@SarahJeanM]

Option A - love the dresser. You have a great eye for detail 😊

[@tinalemac]

Thank you so much, Sarah!! 💛💛

[@marroosh]

Option A is my favourite. Love how the dresser turned out!

[@susanbillam7067]

Love the dresser, looks amazing! Option A is my choice.

[@kitrinnasabino1701]

I'm going with option B. It just looks so much more clean and doesn't get lost with the headboard. The dresser is spot on.... gorgeous 😍

[@debbygunn2499]

Looks great. Hang the tv and make a frame for it. Then group other art around it for a gallery. That way you still have the dresser top for display and as a drop zone.

[@carmelkonrad7567]

Option B!

[@alinetoloto]

I vote for option B! I think it's a very fun pattern ❤ Personally I would try less contrast using a more watery brown something like watercolor feel! But whatever you decide to do I'm sure it will be A-mazing! ❤

[@milkaplonka9444]

Like the option A. Drowers look great :) i think it will even look more elegant if the squerst on the fronts would be thicker

[@teresab1584]

The dresser came out great! Option A would be my choice.

[@lisamencer5450]

Option B. I was all for the first one in the bedroom - more calming. However, after getting the dresser in, I think option B goes better with the dresser. It's more of a contrast which makes it more exciting. But to 'tone' down the excitement in the bedroom and make it more subtle, what do you think about using the same color as the walls but in a different finish. Like the difference between flat finish and gloss finish?

[@jlammetje]

gosh, yes! I was leaning towards option A, but option B in the same color but a different finish would be great!

[@TiniestMonster]

Option A :) Also I’m a little late to the party so I’m not sure if someone already said this, but you can do the sawdust trick for wood filler to help match the color. Sawdust from the offcuts of your wood mixed in with wood glue or mixed into the wood filler helps camouflage the color difference. Beautiful projects!! 🤗

[@emmajones7492]

Option A is my choice. Dresser looks very good

[@vishnupriyaananth6090]

Option B. its very unique.

[@breeramsey5136]

i like option B but i am sure whatever you chose will look great

[@JanetCoates-rd9yi]

Use option B please. I fell it is a leaner fresher look. Love the dresser makeover! Janet

[@vedakendrick8521]

I love option "B". The dresser turned out great!!!

[@BohoAstronaut]

Oh my goodness I definitely feel you on being indecisive!! I've saved dozens of wallpaper ideas over the last year and I don't feel any closer to making a final decision. Also I really appreciate you showing you us just a normal example of an area you're not happy with bc it makes me feel so much better about the parrs of my house that are incomplete. 😊

[@jyotipatel9423]

Hi Tina! I have found that using a pin nailer is a great way of attaching decorative trim to furniture. The hole is so small that you don’t have to put wood filler. You can just stain or paint over it. My pin nailer is my favorite investment! Thanks for the dresser inspiration! I have been looking to redo a Malm piece that I have too.

[@dch3934]

I like option A for the bedroom. the dresser really lifts the room❤maybe start a gallery wall from the entance of the bedroom for the entire length of the wall- which could include the tv over the dresser? can't wait to see what happens next 🎉

[@kellyk425]

1000% improvement over the console table. Love it! And option B for the wall treatment. 👍🏻

[@moanabrown9194]

Option A. The dresser is gorgeous! ❤️

[@patriciagoudeau8908]

You do a great job with redoing furnitures . You need to open a shop refurbished furniture shop I think you will do well ❤

[@anticapitalisthomedesign]

i’m OBSESSED with how the dresser turned out 👌 i just moved & have been looking for dresser inspo & this checked all the boxes for me!

[@tinalemac]

Yay! Thank you! Glad this could give you some inspo for your next project 💛

[@audreycaruso8111]

I like Option A. Amazing job on the dresser!

[@heylo757]

Option A but vary the density so there's a sense of fluid movement instead of the blurred x-blending of a limewash. It will give you a graphic quality, but not too much from far away. The malm upgrade looks great. Got me thinking of doing something similar.

[@brittanymitchell9215]

You could always use a little nail at the top of each decorative piece, like near where the dresser meets the pedestal. It would ensure they stay put through moving and the nails would be in an area that will never be seen by anyone. Also, excellent DIY! So inspiring for my new space. I vote the large brush stroke wall paper. I love that subtle movement without any harsh negative space.

[@hollyhasegawa4240]

Oh wow Tina. I like option A!!! I really love this dresser that you did such a fantastic job redoing it, I also loved that other shorter table that I believe you could paint it a cool color and maybe make those shelves more sturdy and possibly replace the glass with some wood or something fun looking. I really always love watching your channel because you always do some awesome stuff that always inspires me to try doing something cool in my own house. Have a beautiful and blessed rest of your day, sending love and hugs, bye!! 😊🤗👍👍🙏💖💕💜💜

[@i.coralthomas7414]

Option B! Dresser looked SO good!

[@michelewaderker5083]

Awesome job on the dresser. Option B.

[@dianejohnson-dk5tx]

Option "A: for wall TOTALLY looks great!!!

[@vickytimmerman1365]

Oh option number two you're an artist that is so your thing!!!🎉

[@nathalierosell]

Option A 🙌🏼 it’s calming and would look great with the new dresser💛

[@stefflcus]

I prefer Option B--ironically I think it ended up looking less busy and more soothing and seems more "you"--but I'm floored you feel like we would know better than you! I get the indecisiveness (story of my life), but every time I think "Hmm, I don't know if that's gonna work" you knock it out of the park. Trust your gut! I'm always impressed by your intuition. This dresser, though! I knew it would turn out great, but WOW. It's a stunner and fits in the mood of the bedroom perfectly.

[@diannnoeora]

I like options best. The dresser came out really attractive!

[@rosebuhr]

The dresser is beyond gorgeous!!! Well done. I prefer a pattern like in that art piece that was behind you while you were working on the dresser. It’s more you. Don’t move too far away from the real you.

[@radioizhak]

Option B! It's amazing 😊

[@mwnbeme]

I would vote for the patterned designed over the brush strokes. I just think the brush strokes look sloppy. Although I think the pattern is a bit busy for a whole wall and a canvas might be better. The brush strokes would look better on a canvas over a whole wall too.

[@marycoffee7366]

Beautiful drawer unit makeover. Great idea using a glass topper👏👏👏👏

[@avigailsumaylo6253]

Great job on making over the cabinet drawers. I love the little wood detail you put on the bottom. It is so pretty!!

[@peggyr209]

I like option B. Your dresser turned out beautiful.

[@bridgetparker6459]

I like option A. It’s flowing and rhythmic. Very soothing for a bedroom.

[@ketarahsledge]

I'm loving option A for the bed wall!!! It seems very calming. The dresser turned out awesome!!!!😍

[@hnycreek]

I would choose option B. I do love A too though, lol. The dresser turned out amazing!!!

[@rosalindaarons6657]

I love the outcome of the dresser. It's amazing how versatile and adaptable Ikea furniture is. You always make a piece so unique. As for the patterns I favor B, unlike the majority. A, reminds me of a scary Van Gogh painting, "Scream".

[@Sooz1234]

First thing I thought in the "before" was closed storage, and thanks to your clever IKEA hack, you have it! Are you going to hang the large mirror across from the windows, put your smaller art near the door, and hang your framed TV above the dresser? Can't wait to see the grand finale! 1 vote for pattern B.

[@JennaMcCallister]

I mix a little bit of the sawdust from what I cut in with wood glue, and I find that stains a little better! That’s basically what wood filler is, it’s just using the exact wood that you are trying to fill.

[@brendabignall9926]

Hi Tina! 🙋🏻‍♀️ The dresser came out very nice!!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ❤️✨ Option A is more restful and serene. It would be my choice. Option B is busy and playful. It might be more serene if you lighten the color. You could try 2 or 3 paler shades. You could also try a paisley shape. Curved shapes are more serene than square corners Pick the one you love best because you will be living with it 😄✨ Love, Hugs & Sparkles! ❤️🫂✨

[@teresawilliams1201]

Tina!!! What an incredible job! WOW you should be so proud. So elegant. Edited to add: my vote is to do the wide brush strokes

[@mytinycastles5855]

What a beautiful transformation!!! Option B (maybe a little softer) as it will contrast more against the headboard. Can’t wait to see what you do.

[@susanbilton9359]

Well done on the console/dresser! I like option A

[@fridaemilsson8868]

I like option A. Love the dresser 😍

[@jeanettevega7560]

😮WOWWWW...IT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL..U DID AN AMAZING JOB ON THIS DRESSER GREAT COLOR CHOICE😊 KEEP UP THE AMAZING JOB THAT U DO..THXS FOR SHAREING LOOK FOWARD TO SEEING UR NEXT VIDEO MUCH APPRECIATED N MUCH LOVE ❤

[@l.e.bingham6643]

Wow this is one of my favorite diy that you have done great job. 🙏🏾💖🥰💯💫🌷🕊️

[@JackieKillian-t3w]

Wow! Love the dresser. I love B, but A would look good behind the bed.

[@gaile2241]

Option A is calming

[@JeannineBishop]

love option B. Dresser looks amazing😍

[@kristenbaik8162]

Tina, you're so creative and talented! Love all your projects!!

[@gloriaeren8717]

All I can say is wow it’s beautiful

[@evepiercing]

I think both option A and B would look great. I can't even choose. I think it depends on the vibe you are going for. I think option B is more fun where option A is more mellow. Both great vibes. Idk, I personally would want my bedroom to be more mellow. But, I think you guys are more "fun vibes" when it comes to interior design.

[@SandiD1959]

That's gorgeous Tina. You are so talented!

[@BohoAstronaut]

The dresser turned out beautifully! I especially love the new bottom ❤❤

[@tinalemac]

Right?! The bottom might be my fave part 😍😍

[@leslieschmitt7749]

What a great makeover … I love it!! My vote is Option A ❤😊

[@mwilliamson3989]

Love the Malm hack it came out gorgeous and sophisticated! I live in Los Angeles county BTW and welcome to Paradise! ❤

[@stacywatters9106]

I luv it! That dresser looks so amazing. I’m so glad u decided to upgrade it from its plain state to a more modern upscale state. As for the walls wel my suggestion may be a little more tedious but I feel u should combine them using the feather stroke as the base and then the brush stroke on top. Good luck can’t wait to see what u decide to do.

[@jeannine22marie]

Wow that is beautiful and you did an amazing job! I think option A would nicer and is less busy and it's peaceful!❤❤

[@shanaproctor100]

Great job, Tina! That piece looks amazing.

[@IrmaDiaz-h1l]

Option #2with the white background blended in

[@GiftPrincessBuhman]

That dresser is a killer!!!!!

[@luperodela9668]

Option B gives you some contrast.

[@jackandlill]

You've probably seen this before Tina - but for the woodfiller question - I've seen people add sawdust to the woodfiller as a way to make it blend better when covering nail holes & such. Not sure how much of a difference it makes - but it's a thought.... And as always you've created another masterpiece w/this thrift flipped dresser...just incredible!!!

[@mariadowdy2526]

ooo this is hard!! I think I like option B!! love the dresser 🤍

[@mommygarcia9137]

Wow Tina ! What can’t you do ! You are so freakin talented the dresser looks exactly like the inspiration one ! It’s so beautiful !

[@marcelviareynolds1697]

Hi Tina the dresser unit looks absolutely beautiful wow you are so talented Tina you inspire me to learn how to cut wood materials and make something beautiful❤❤❤❤ oh I almost forgot option b

[@samanthamarsch]

Both are beautiful but I’m feelin option B! I think spreading out the pattern and adding more negative and white space between the squiggles might make it even better 🤎 whatever you decide will look great

[@laurenasm]

I have the one picture you made a few years ago and I love it!

[@lilianaledesma7254]

I agree with another comment I read. I think you'll like option B for longer term then A. I think will make the room feel darker than you want it to. I think B is very clean and adds dimension to the room. It's like an art piece in itself. As for the wall by your door. I think you could do a few things with that. I think the main thing is think about what would feel the most functional to you. What came to mind for me is a stylish bench, a bookshelf or wall floating shelves, a catch all side table, a shoe organizer maybe a coffee bar. I think your mirror should be part of the art wall like flow into it. It's functional and intentional. If the TV could be hung on the wall too and have digital art on it when it isn't being used could be cool too. You could even make or get one of those TV frames.

[@halaalam]

Definitely option A Or the real wallpaper from option B And it seems like some squares need their sides stained as they are still the light wood color.

[@sandieedward993]

Love it, but make another by putting them side by side. It will give you more storage while giving it even more impacfulness for as long as it flows seamlessly it will look great..no opinion on wall choice their both good looking but 😮you've got the vision trust your gut ❤❤❤

[@virginiatolles1664]

Absolutely incredible!

[@catarinabessel6874]

Option A! But maybe not so dense? A little more white space in between or what ever lighter color the base will be. You could also use an additional darker color to bring in some depth :) Option B looks good as well but I think it will be to much for a bedroom or for a big wall... plus you will be limited with art work to put up or decore items in general (to busy). I think it is more suited for a statemant wall, a stand alone thingy...

[@JlNXED]

I’ve seen some people save the sanded shavings and mix that with wood filler to help hide nail holes, worth a try. I like the Inspo for option a, I wonder if you used lime wash with some paint mixed in to saturate some spots more if it would give a similar effect I like the dresser design but it feels more yellow toned than the Inspo.

[@mistyduke880]

Option a is my favorite.

[@IrmaDiaz-h1l]

Tina I know you can take that piece of furniture and turn it into something great knowing your skillful gifted hands 👐 can't wait to see how the walls and furniture turns out.

[@tinalemac]

Thank you so much!! 💛💛

[@tinaesquerra]

I like option A and what you did with the dresser

[@LindzyAlexandria]

You did your thing on this one! 👏🏽👏🏽

[@donnamcknight3175]

Wow Tina, that looks good!!!!

[@lakiethakelly1540]

It's gorgeous! Great job!

[@jhayes449]

Your working music is 🔥🔥🔥

[@sharonknorr1106]

The dresser is fabulous - great job on that. It looks way better, more substantial, than the wicker one, although I love the other table, just not where you were using it. I would vote for option B. Not sure if you are keeping the basic wall color the same and just adding one of the effects on top or it you are doing a total accent wall. Anyways, I think B is kind of quirky and fun, but in a bedroom, would tone down the contrast between the wall color and the accent strokes a bit more than what was in the sample you did.

[@bethgahring6676]

A!! So cozy!❤

[@craftyolivediy]

17:16 I feel like I’ve seen somewhere that when you match the wood filler, you need to match it to the final color, not the color of the wood currently. It’s worked for me for the most part. Also, you have to sand off all the excess filler until it’s smooth, so less is more so you don’t have to sand as much.

[@deannarose2424]

Option A is my vote!

[@Tania689]

I love the dresser! I have a malm dresser i want to do it to mine