BEFORE and AFTER: Vintage Sewing Cabinet Makeover! - Thrift Diving

[@ThriftDiving]

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[@ronaldallen9374]

I am a wood person and when I saw the wood that you cleaned and sanded. BEAUTIFUL!!! but then when you painted and glued the covering and paint to the cabinet, I could have cried. Covering that beautiful wood. Now if it had flaws and couldn'e be restored, I understand making something out of it, but wood in it's natural form should have been shown/ Just mt thought. It did look cute but wood is better looking.

[@RuthiesVlogWorld]

To whoever is reading this keep going, you're doing fine! No matter how slow your progress, each new week is filled with tiny steps forward. Be proud of yourself you got this.❤

[@ThriftDiving]

I love this!!!! Yessss! I like to say that baby steps count as long as you're moving in the right direction! :) Thanks for the positive message!

[@RuthiesVlogWorld]

@@ThriftDiving yes 👏🏽👏🏽💕

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Thanks! I needed that!🐝🤗❤️

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Argh need this. My husband diy the kitchen and learning as he goes.

[@joseapar]

I don't love the pink or floral wallpaper, but i love that you did it! I've always been a huge proponent of personalizing furniture and decor in ways that suite your style. Its your house, fill it with things you love! The methods in this DIY are still quite useful for anyone trying to personalize their own piece of furniture.

[@dawndesu6863]

You taught me so much, today. I've known for a while that there is colored stain, I thought that was crazy. However, I didn't know that there was a grain wax. When you added the paper to the edges, it elevated the piece. I can see myself doing something like that. I can't wait to see the other pink furniture you are planning for your she shed

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Dawn!!!

[@shanaproctor100]

I LOVE IT!!!! This could be my favorite project you've ever done.

[@ThriftDiving]

That's great to hear! yay!!!

[@lisabennett2490]

Girl, I haven’t seen you on any of my notifications in forever. I couldn’t even remember you channel name. Thank goodness it came through today. Love all your ideas and beautiful work!! ❤️ from Louisiana

[@ThriftDiving]

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[@lindacsmith13]

I love florals and pink so I'm giving it two thumbs up!

[@DanaConquersBoutique]

The cabinet is gorgeous- well done! I have to admit, I held my breathe when I saw that pink stain, but was happily surprised at the end. I love how you kept the grain visible.

[@cherylk8781]

Serena this is definitely my cup of tea as well. Beautiful!😍💖

[@l.e.bingham6643]

It turned out amazing 🙏🏾💖🥰💯💫

[@QueenNanaEva]

What a gorgeous sewing 🧵 cabinet! I LOVE the outcome.

[@vintagesouthernpicks8054]

Me, I loved the wood finish of the oak, but you have given it a gorgeous re-do which I also love, and it appeals to the feminine heart!

[@jenniferroland1244]

That is…GORGEOUS ❤❤❤ I’m not much of a pink girl but I do love me some flowers! I love you can still see the wood grain! And the fact it is a sewing cabinet…😍🥰😍

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

Wow! A true labor of love. I would never have the patience for this but it turned out beautifully for you. Well worth the wait!

[@docdoctme]

Loved the video and the editing-so professional. The desk is beautiful and bright. Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@Sanosarah]

Oh, she's my cup of tea.

[@anab.7450]

This is gorgeous!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Ana!!

[@Jenny-uo8nc]

I love it. Beautiful pop of color. Goes with your joyful spirit 🙂

[@L.Spencer]

I like that smoother thing, it looks amazing!

[@HelpMeRhondayeah]

I love it! And I’m all about the pink too! Great job

[@Mustlovebooks15]

I really love pink furniture. I’m all about light and bright colors and have quite a bit of pink in my house. This turned out fabulous

[@sampleworks9432]

What a creative cupboard!!! Love it. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏻

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Jacqui!

[@janevolkert549]

It is so pretty and so bold. Great work!

[@katiebellmichelle]

I absolutely love this 😍 pink is my favorite color

[@nancyjackson6778]

You are amazing. You're not afraid to tackle any project and you do such great work. Thank you for sharing your talent. 😊

[@veronicawalsh1841]

This was so nice and I'm inspired to do my cabinet in that pink color

[@nda7154]

I LOVE pink and florals! This is adorable! 👏💕🌸

[@ramonajacobs9402]

I love pink also. This came out beautiful!

[@ThriftDiving]

Pink is amazing! And so fun. Glad you like it as much as I do!!

[@luzcruz3355]

This is a beautiful piece. It inspired me to finish painting a wheeled vintage tray table that I thrifted about 5 years ago. I hadn't painted it because I like the wood, but this stain is amazing. Thank you.

[@ThriftDiving]

Yay! Glad to inspire you!! Good luck on your project!

[@neetaramesh7512]

Serena! This table looks so beautiful and just so yummy!!!! In agreement with florals and pinks!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@Caeleinn]

I wish I could find treasure like that at my local thrift stores. I can remember longing for one of those cabinets back in the mid-90's when I worked at a fabric shop.

[@maryowens9179]

Beautiful sewing table makeover. Turned out great. Thank you for sharing this ❤

[@candytroutman6977]

Pink and florals are definitely my thing!

[@ReasonsWhy5]

That was a nice transformation, the wood grain was beautiful. I love pink, but I probably would not use it on my sewing cabinet.💕💕💕

[@RuthiesVlogWorld]

This turned out Great I might buy some of this paint for my kitchen cabinets

[@catherinethorington3452]

OMGORGOUS ♡ ! You have inspired me!

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Yooooooo Serena!!! Great to see a video Homie. This came out so colorful & makes me happy to look at. Hoping all is well my friend, Dirty Jersey out!!

[@jennah6673]

I bought a sewing cabinet very like yours in 1985 with an Elna Jubilee machine in it. I loved it! The pink with floral gave your cabinet a lovely updated look.

[@marydenney8249]

Absolutely love this! Thank you

[@janmccorison1688]

Thank you for your instruction on stripping, painting, decoupaging, etc. I learned so much watching this video. I'm jealous of your tremendous find and I love that you went pink and bold!

[@theresaforte2202]

Awesome! It looks retro!

[@Lizzy43645]

Omg it’s so cute!!!!!!!! Yes!!! 💕💗💕💗

[@thanksforstoppingby]

My new favorite channel!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Awww, thank you!!!

[@kimkreate]

I really enjoy so many of your videos, but don't really comment... This sewing desk, however, is just so pretty...had to mention it! Super Great Job!! Very nicely done!! Thank you for sharing and being such an amazing inspiration! God Bless :)

[@ThriftDiving]

You are so sweet!! Thank you for taking the time watch and let me know! ❤️

[@franciscoruiz2890]

“ it’s not everyone’s cup of tea BUT IT IS MY CUP OF TEA “ ❤ I love this quote ✨💯🫶🏾 always be yourself . Above all else 👏🏽👏🏽

[@ThriftDiving]

Yesssss! :) Thank you, Francisco!

[@TLC-]

My favorite color is Pink! Love it! Love what u created! Great cabinet too!

[@tigerbambi1845]

Although this work is a bit too cheesy for me, you do an excellent job with really valuable tips. Thanks for that!

[@_JanetLouise]

Fun & Creative! 😃😃😃

[@hsepulveda1]

Soooo beautiful!!!

[@VaLonFrandsen]

It was such a cool piece to start with, and I love what you did with it.

[@jodirauth8847]

Your progress is great

[@froop84]

Do I like this? No I don't! But damn you put a lot of good ideas and knowledge into that thing... and I appreciate that! Thanks for your videos and your love for wood :)

[@drenamurphy9193]

Absolutely gorgeous ❤

[@ThriftDiving]

So glad you like it, Drena!

[@ednataylor6621]

That is a winner Mrs Serena 😊 it turned out really nice you are very talented and very creative

[@Kt-cn2rq]

This so interesting to see colored stains.

[@talithawimberly3386]

So, this pink and this floral is not for me. But this technique and the idea I LOVE!!! I have something I want to try this on and I'm excited!

[@tinalampe3293]

So pretty! I know what my next project will be...my 30 year old cabinet needs an update! Sometimes I'm too chicken but yours turned out so pretty that I think I will try it in a happy yellow!

[@darniataylor7749]

This turned out beautifully! 💜

[@eileenalholinna5310]

Oh, your cabinet turned out so beautiful!! You are so talented!!!! 🥰

[@Daisy14]

What a find!

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Welp… it’s not my thing, but I’m so happy you love it! All that matters is it’s exactly what you want in your sweet little shed🐝🤗❤️

[@hanaaa6394]

That was perfect!

[@create557]

I love this it’s beautiful, unique, and so feminine Tfs. Diana Romero ❤️🙏🏼💐

[@cassandrareed5959]

Love everything about this project ❤

[@sonicstoryteller]

Serena hellllllo what a piece of art you have created. And to second that what a stunning pair of knee caps 🤣. Hope your well dear best wishes Phil 🌹🌼

[@mimirose4012]

It came out beautiful!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you! 😊

[@mimirose4012]

You're very welcome!!

[@cherylphilipsz3835]

I love this cabinet!

[@ThriftDiving]

Thank you, Cheryl!!

[@elizabethlazore5431]

Great work! 👍👏

[@glowyaf]

When I was 18 me and my aunt found a sewing table on the side of the road and I painted it and used it as a desk! I completely forgot about that till I saw this 😂

[@karenwilson2958]

Would love to find on like it great job turned out gorgeous!

[@anniesuziee]

Outstanding

[@ellenkincaid8434]

I am looking for some ideas for a entry way table and a cabinet, but I think that you gave me some good ideas for the cabinet

[@tanyacordes5916]

Love this!!!!

[@karlab9557]

Wow! I would love to find a beautiful cabinet like this!

[@ThriftDiving]

It was definitely a treasure to find! Thank you, Karla!

[@teresaduvall6269]

Lovely.

[@laurendao4467]

That turned out SO great! I love the paper you used! Now I’m on the hunt for a vintage sewing table to flip as a craft table that doesn’t have to stay unfolded all the time.

[@ThriftDiving]

Thanks, Lauren! Good luck!!

[@ginamaria2579]

Super cute 🤗

[@MAHWL]

Oohh you've got red bottoms in your drawers 😅 just kidding! I love it!! 😍

[@gloryunderfoot700]

I love it!

[@maxinewalsh7788]

I love this ❤

[@AccioPadfoot12]

It looks pretty! I don't think the grain shows well on camera after painting, but I trust you that it does show. Definitely a bright and cheery piece!

[@andreawalker7138]

That looked like a lot of work, but it turned out beautiful! I love how the flora paper complements the pink stain. (Pink is my favorite color)

[@leepiper4621]

Nice job ❣️

[@jannagrigorieva7893]

Loooove it!!!

[@patpresler6708]

You are so talented

[@ThriftDiving]

Aww, thank you!!

[@lenac2022]

Love it

[@carlarandall1811]

This. Looks. Amazing! I have followed you for a long while and this is one of my favorite makeovers. The paper is fantastic and I wonder if there is a brand that you recall. I like this type of floral and would love to get something similar. Who would not love to sit and sew at this terrific piece of furniture? I could see it as a desk as well. You work so hard at what you do and to share your projects with all of us is so enriching and generous. Thank you! Oh, and I subscribed to your podcast as well.

[@collef1136]

Lovely 🥰😍😘

[@TinaLouise528]

Nice!

[@LisaFrancisJennings]

awesome!!!

[@ThriftDiving]

Glad you like it, Lisa!!

[@colinslant]

Nice job, interesting technique with the coloured stain and liming wax. Colour scheme's not quite my taste - but you do you! 🙂

[@shawuanamay3913]

Very nice

[@kimi2B1]

Watched your video a week or so ago and just so happened to be in Goodwill that weekend and found a sewing machine cabinet for $9.99 with military green " White" sewing machine inside. It's missing some parts so I will most likely replace it. I have always wanted to learn to sew and love DIY projects!

[@ThriftDiving]

Wow, great find!! Sewing is awesome and relaxing. You'll enjoy it!

[@2Peachcobler]

Love, love, love it! First time seeing your channel and I’m glad I did. On question left unanswered. How long did it take you to refurbish this?

[@ThriftDiving]

Good question!! I worked on it over a series of a few days! :) Everything takes longer when I have to record each step and take pictures, so it's hard to tell exactly how long something takes when I work on it. :) Glad you found me!

[@cherieducotebreaux3804]

I use Polycrylic to finish my paper beads!

[@irishwristwatch2487]

Do you know if translucent acrylic inks would work through an airbrush to create a similar effect? Ive got a few bits of old furniture kicking about and now Im kinda in the mood to get some changes going! Looks great and I completely agree on having the grain showing, its such a nice effect!

[@ThriftDiving]

Oooh, I'm not sure about the acrylic inks. That sounds like something fun to try! I imagine if would, especially if you can get an even finish without the blotchiness. Thank you for watching!

[@deerobinson108]

Now that you have your separate workspace do you find your previous area more organized and remain uncluttered?

[@ThriftDiving]

Haha, the garage is still horrifically cluttered! 🤣 I need to clean it out and organize it, as well as get the flooring done in the shed and focus on organizing it, as well!

[@rmjmgirl8896]

I do like what u did, 4 ur taste, bcuz it was uniform. Enjoyed the transformation. 💜💜💜 1 question: Did u already do a video, moving ur tools from the garage 2 the "She Shed"? I am subscribed, but I don't remember c'ng a video.....

[@kaycox5555]