thrifting my ENTIRE mcm living room makeover

[@blueollis]

‘Broken Silence’ is the perfect name for a piece of art that’s overlooking a conversation area.

[@Singalong519]

Love that ❤❤

[@manonguinchard5829]

Omg i didn't think of this but you're so right !!

[@lng2750]

That's so clever 😁

[@sazennonumber]

That's a great observation, love it.

[@Aniiratak]

Exactly, what i was thinking!

[@baileyb9145]

Everyone: Becky should Velcro the cushions! Becky: I need to take the entire day to build an arm out of wood! Love the creativity and dedication lol

[@dianes4858]

That’s the first thought I had too! But what Becky designed turned out really well.

[@MeganBecnel]

My first thought was wood too

[@lizpeacebelle]

I was actually thinking attached little side table kind of thing~ pretty similar

[@hkjpirate]

the back cushions still need velcroing i would say. the wood is a good finish and I like it!

[@leeluvslife]

It still benefitted from the wooden end pieces, aesthetically. It looks finished.

[@erinluijkx6788]

the light looks fantastic. Looks like you did the drips on purpose. Wonderful surprise when the light is on. No rings. Right now it's classy. rings will make it look cheap IMHO. Great work!

[@TonyYeungExe]

exactly my thought. Leave it as it is now. The planet lighting without right is iconic.

[@lesliemoiseauthor]

💯

[@eden900573]

Agreed I normally and not into this but I kind of love the way it looks now. Rings would make it look cheap

[@Poisenivy5]

Ya, love the light just the way it is. Sorry the faux milk glass didn't work out, I wonder if you tried another bulb...

[@kriiisstiiine]

It's a work of art! Light loooooks greaaaat! Very unique

[@TheJpedro665]

The light actually turned out better than what I was expecting

[@leeluvslife]

I don't even get planet vibes from it. I get trippy 70s glass vibes.

[@jay_beri]

i love that the drips look more like color streaks on a blown glass bulb rather than paint drips. it looks intentional and organic and great as it is without rings :)

[@sumayah6025]

Yes, my thoughts exactly. It looks so purposeful, such a happy accident. I Love it!

[@irishqa.]

WOW!!!!!! The light turned out AMAZING!!! I would leave it as it is, it actually complements the whole space perfectly. The art piece was an absolutely incredible find, it looks as if it was made specifically for your space, even its name "Broken Silence" is on point for your conversation spot. I'm blown away with this makeover 🧡

[@maryjoclimie6080]

I vote for leaving the light as is. Lovethat it’s a one-of-a-kind piece!

[@elizabethr.9359]

Yeah I lowkey love it, it looks like a blown glass piece

[@alipoole7061]

Couldn’t agree more! No ring’s.

[@justyb2209]

Of all the makeovers by the Sorry Girls, this house is my all time fav! The style, the pieces and design are truly beautiful. I love this 70’s house! ✊🏾

[@margrietvanbaal7984]

For anyone with a similar issue of couch cushions not staying put- if you don’t want to/can’t make a whole new armrest, you can use heavy duty Velcro strips to attach and secure the bottom or back of the cushions to the base of the couch or chair. Obviously it’ll be more secure if you sew it onto the cushion covers but I think some Velcro come with an adhesive back.

[@Leslie-wb8cb]

I was thinking this the whole time. LOL

[@chalybion]

I also thought about this! But the wood does add a nice visual factor

[@kerra7386]

I tried that for my couch and it didn’t hold very well 😕

[@margrietvanbaal7984]

@@chalybion I agree! Love that she kept it simple and didn’t really add a rest, just kept it all in place and it looks like it was originally there anyways

[@katylubarnes]

I did this for my couch and it is amazing! Works so well and we just have the heavy duty adhesive ones.

[@chanceeculp5693]

When Austin said “we should put a ring around it”, I literally said, they’re made for each other 😂 🫶🏼

[@alexandratracey8252]

SAME!❤

[@karmaamariee98]

Absolute soul mates 🧡

[@hellykay]

"If you like it then you should've put a ring on it" 😂❤

[@BarryRackley]

Becky is slowly becoming my favorite "Sorry Girl" because her ideas are simplistic, stylish, and creative. Every project you do inspires me to get up and try making something new from objects that are easily attainable. You have expensive tastes but with a natural common sense approach of acquiring the same look and feel.....and that is what makes you the perfect designer.

[@Barb.....]

Becky is my favorite as well.

[@Userusinutube]

I agree with you !! She’s truly great

[@ACC-2929]

She’s been my fave since forever!

[@Flight25]

Definitely thought you were gonna cut a hole in your floor for the couch lol. Also the light matches the directional lines on the couch!!!! Turned out great 👍

[@sophhhhhhhx3]

I DID TOO! SHE SAID A CONVERSATION PIT AND I WAS EXPECTING A WHOLE 4 STEP STAIRCASE DOWN

[@caliiinoel]

same!!!@@sophhhhhhhx3

[@crynnn]

Instead of another big round light (since you already have at least two in the same room from what I can tell) I think this would be the absolute perfect opportunity to try a really low hanging light like the ones from the 70s Ikea catalogue video. There's rarely a chance to try something like that but here it could work really well.

[@lisarendina165]

Agree.

[@lade_pardee]

This is what I thought was coming before she introduced the light upcycle lol

[@minimalcat1987]

Omg yes

[@melp89]

Yes!

[@WorkerBeeSupply]

I agree. I think some sort of vintage fabric light/lantern would look good and add a bit more texture.

[@yappyfinkle9796]

Don't you dare take that light down it is amazing. It goes with the gradient art and the sofas, I mean, it could not be more perfect. It is amazing!!

[@nataliemartinez5950]

Keep the light its perfect!! Comes off orange-y/brown on camera and totally matches the aesthetic of the rest of the room! Also who doesn’t love what looks like a magic trick (milk glass off, space lamp on)

[@user-gw5sw3uz7v]

Quality furniture is upholstered to match pattern/stripe . . . line up the cushions on the sofas for a finished look. Cannot believe no one else caught this, especially perfectionist Becky! Otherwise I think this conversation area, including the light, is superb! Danny is the perfect accessory 🐾

[@Androgynary]

That art piece you found is SO perfect for the space, i can’t think of a more complementary decor item.

[@andiewise]

Yes! The title, "Broken Silence" for a conversation pit-esque seating area is so perfect!

[@AmPlant]

honestly the streaks in the light are gorgeous. they make it look like a super classy art piece and the orange glow matches your 70s vibes also YES on the rings. I'd try to do sort of a floating donut type thing with LED strips in it so that the ring(s) also light up

[@dazeydaisy-pu6hl]

Becky should totally start her own line of furniture

[@lanham1091]

One, I’m so happy you re-purposed the sofa! Two, that light turned out EPIC!!!

[@Bluesurfergirl85]

I made a faux milk glass lamp and it turned out great. I cleaned with alcohol and then I sprayed the inside of the globe with light layers of white spray paint until I got the opaqueness I wanted.

[@waterbitten]

I was thinking light layers of spray paint would have minimized the blotches.

[@paulas_lens]

That third outfit was so energetically fresh and I loved it. Gentle Herd looks cool on their website.

[@Truelyblue333]

Sometimes a DIY not working out actually works out better… This light is an example! ❤

[@sophiapearson6473]

It was already retro but then the little wood caps brought me right back to my grandparents couch! So perfect

[@noelani555]

Your light is a stunning, one-of-a-kind, success. I love it and I love it in that space. I vote for leaving it as is. Excellent series, Becky 👏

[@sambradley3179]

I’m LOVING this area of the house!! This might be a weird suggestion, but I think the couches should be closer together and centered with the shelf bay that’s one more to the left. This would make a more intimate hang out space and would separate it from the living room just a bit. This would also offset the focal point of the shelving unit which could be nice. I saw someone else’s suggestion to use a low hanging pendant lamp over the coffee table and I think that would definitely go with the cozy, conversation pit vibes! I am obsessed with the direction this space is going!!!

[@sophwitchproject]

For future projects, instead of buying plugs, collect the saw dust from the cuts and drilling, mix it with wood glue to make a paste, and shove it in the hole. It's like a sandable/stainable wood filler that matches the color of your wood

[@jemma50]

That's a good suggestion, but personally, I think the plugs give the arm a bit of personality. ♥

[@Rocannee]

she suggested this in a past video but I don't remember which one

[@beccaowl7452]

The best part after the couch is definitely the light. It hits that post- space race vibe that 70’s Doctor Who had. Where we comfortably knew the stars were in our grasp so we didn’t need the tin and silver colors anymore, we could explore the colors out there in space itself. It’s fantastic and super interesting as a light piece!!

[@ansbach74]

I would definitely give the sofa a deep cleaning or recover it with a similar fabric. Thanks for sharing.

[@PJwithheart]

Yes, it’s a cool pattern but looks worn and not so fresh

[@rosemarieschwaiger9446]

I dig the light. It gives high end hand blown vibes. I think you could have gotten the Milky look by sanding the outside with an orbital sander

[@jennafriedrich]

To test out different painting methods for lights for the future you could get clear Christmas glass globes, try a bunch of methods and see which ones work with a light shining through them. That could be a really cool video and then try one out large scale!

[@tbargh1]

Omg I LOVE how this space turned out! The light, the shelves, the art piece are all spot on! I wouldn't add anything to the light I love how it's a one of a kind piece but doesn't draw attention away from the rest of the space. Perfectly balanced!

[@KM-ew3lt]

The light makes the room go from great to groovy! Keep it as is. Loved this ep.

[@eloranelson]

Dreamy!! From the unexpected beautiful diy art light to the thrifted treasures, you've created such a charming conversation pit! Love this series ✨️

[@beckywiz]

honestly that light turning out that way is very quirky-mid-century design. I love it!

[@carlyh6913]

I love Austin & Becks so much, I would literally watch you guys on a reality show 😂❤

[@katiegerber23]

I get so excited when Becky’s videos get posted! Her style is amazing! I actually love how the light fixture turned out

[@sandieedward993]

Yes, and do the rings Like Saturn it's a Vibe Becky

[@HairofHeritage]

Love how the lamp turned out! Fits perfectly in the space!!

[@countessa222]

The light looks great sometimes it is the “flaws” that make art beautiful and unique and special 😊

[@manuela_kral4983]

When I was a teen in the 70s I got a sectional sofa for my room with a moss green velvet cover fabric. 👌🥰 This piece is still living in my parent's house and looking like new allthough it's beeing used every day. The quality of furniture in those days was absolutely amazing, not comparable to today's trash.

[@TonyYeungExe]

The 70s House is looking so good, and it is getting better and better.

[@calliedaly1940]

I really like how crazy the light turned out. It was so truly unexpected and unique.

[@This.is.Bonnie]

Ok but I LOOOOVE how the light turned out! I need one immediately

[@sunnysideup5]

Loving the planet light! I’m actually from that era… It also has marble vibes. Marbles are all different colors, yet are cool. Nailed the aesthetic’s perfectly. A warm cozy vibe!❤❤

[@Caerise]

Pity that the fabric on the sofa looks so stained and beat up, cause everything else looks on point. Would be cool to see you figure out a way to either restore it or reupholster it in a similar fabric

[@cruelaz]

yeah because the fabric is already so busy I dont think you would get away with mending it or patches sometimes that can look rather nice but highly dependant on the style and fabric of the sofa. you didnt see how used the sofa was when it was in the breakfast nook now it reminds me of the couches friends had in their basements, garages or garden sheds. good enough to still sit on for a party and not problematic if you spill on it haha

[@IvetaWells]

Am I the only one who is put off by the state of the fabric on the sofa? The rest of the house is so nice …

[@tinamax4023]

@@IvetaWellsnope, not the only one! I would not want to sit down on it let alone have it in my home 🙈

[@alinam5092]

That sofa looks like the kind of object that people say it looks trashy in a poor person's house (it still looks like someone died on it), but fancy in a rich person's house. I couldn't sit on it, with all those stains.

[@Ddrhl]

@@alinam5092 But are they stains or wear spots?

[@alyenriquez_]

LOVE how the space turned out ! The couch arm idea was brilliant, super functional and adds little interest without taking away from the couch, the art work and the room styled with the coffee table. I think paper lanterns like the ones from your previous home in the staircase hung lower would be a great alternative as well since you have the disco ball and other round fixtures in the same space. The lanterns would give it that cozy and intimate vibe especially if it’s going to be used as a “conversation pit” 🧡🤎🤍🤎🧡

[@LarsGudem]

This looks beautiful! And no, the rings would just make this a bit of a childish thing. It’s a really relaxing piece of light, and I think we all love it😍 And the table! My lord👌🏻

[@rrei]

I did the same process with a lamp and also was unsure about the drips at first... Now I love them! My lamp also has an iridescent coating on the outside, which i think really accents the funky drips.

[@Texastimbo]

Love it! You don’t need rings. Looks great as is.😊

[@cindicopeland9731]

Maybe your best work yet- but I say that every time! I love that you walk your viewers through your whole thought process ending in many victories & the occasional need to pivot. Love your work! Love your channel!

[@nataliebehling5712]

YAYAY another 30min for me to vicariously live through Becky as she creates my literal DREAM HOUSE 😭😁

[@librarylady6mena368]

I like the globe lamp the way it is, its very 60s, unusual and unpredictable. Perfect!

[@cutewitchIRL]

Honestly love the light, but I GOTTA say the art you hung looks soooo good!!

[@AudraLeigh01]

Love the couch! Looks like it might need a little cleaning though. You can do it yourself or hire a carpet cleaner to come to your home and they can clean it. My mom always had that done 1-2 /year.

[@carriebarker4493]

I absolutely love the light like it is! It looks so retro like it is! It's perfect! I love everything that you have done! 70's vibes rock!

[@ChlorineBee]

So many things to unpack here!! Love the outfits! But 1a and 2 are my faves! Also love the light as it is, don't think the "Saturn rings" will improve it? 😅 but it's your space, do what makes you happy ❤ The "arm rests" are the bomb! ❤❤ Love, Love Love your videos. They make me so happy 🌈🙈❤

[@kkatmom]

Becky, you are so incredibly talented! This space turned out amazing. I love every detail! That coffee table is perfect! That light! I love how it turned out. It’s art! It’s perfect. You could lean into the planet aspect, space was a huge influence in design in mcm. I showed my daughter this video because I’m so impressed with your design skills. Great job!

[@prakrutiparichita1915]

The light was an accidental wonder 🙌. It looks amazing ...as if its done on purpose. Leave it as it is❤

[@theresahilton9904]

The light: It’s art. It’s lovely!

[@j9_shine]

Just add velcro to the underside of the cushion then you're not screwing through any of that precious fabric and please get it professionally cleaned those stains are just to obvious

[@DeerAngelasVtg]

Yes ugh the couch makes me kinda cringe

[@rockylily36]

The arm rest things she built make it look more intentional, no?

[@andreamalik2961]

Honestly, that light shade is GORGEOUS. It gives off the softest orange based light when lit & i love it!

[@AC-cu6ij]

This light is my fav light in the entire history of TSG!!! And Becky your home just keeps getting cooler and cooler with every subsequent episode ❤❤

[@lynette.]

The light works so well with the art work I would say complete. Messing with it could end up child like.

[@osnapitzjared]

i think this space looks so beautiful! i personally wouldn’t do the hoops around the pendant. without the light on, it won’t have the same look. love you becky, austin, and danny!!!

[@robinsabo6932]

First of all, your hair looks beautiful! A little bit of sun kissed highlights! And I love the planet light! As soon as you hung it and turned it on, I said, “perfect!”. And all the decor on the shelves look great. Love the ‘broken silence’ picture! ❤

[@anneyday3493]

This all turned out spectacularly! The art and the orb belong together.

[@justme5544]

I bought that sofa , regular 3 cushion, & matching loveseat in the late 70's. Glad you kept it! LOVE the light, no rings though. AMAZING area!

[@TheBonny720]

Absolutely love the planet light! Keep it! My only suggestion is that you need a much larger rug. If you can get one where all of the living room furniture comfortably sit on with a little bit of space to spare, I think that would look better. It will actually look at the living room look bigger.

[@notmybirthplace]

Totally agree.

[@lenamasters7419]

love the light, no rings. perfect the way it turned out.

[@tashastubbs-davies3628]

The light is absolutely stunning! Excellent work Becky, definitely leave it as it is. It's perfection, I would pay good money for that shade over milk glass any day.

[@brokenvesselsstudiowithtri428]

Beautiful work on the couch arm situation! I was thinking like a small drink table/ledge kinda thingy, but your design looks sleek and fabulous!! When you started staining that oak!! WHAT. WAS. THAT. SORCERY?!?! (I'm not crying, YOU'RE crying!) Then I was blown away as soon as you turned the light on!! It is absolutely PERFECT!!! It's taken me many years of being a perfectionist-artist to learn to go ahead and embrace the initial serendipity of the outcome, and not continually question how the debut of a project presents itself. Sometimes it is as it needs to be. And the Noguchi replica table?! Are you even kidding me right now?! What a score!!! Keep up the AMAZING work!!!

[@ladypinkylee]

I love love love your style!!! I can't wait to see that sofa reupholstered; it would really elevate the whole room!

[@Leslie-wb8cb]

Did she say she was reupholstering it?

[@ladypinkylee]

No, but I can't imagine she would leave it stained and faded for the final result. @@Leslie-wb8cb

[@suzettelinder9044]

I love your new area. The light is so cool the way it is. You turned me on to Theard Up. I buy most of my clothes there now. I'm 66 years young, your house reminds me of my 1st house so much. Being someone who lived in the 70's, I'd say your doing a great job decorating. Keep up the good work.

[@ibmimi2566]

I love the light! I also think the sofa arms are chefs 😘

[@imAoKay87]

Your vision for the couches turned out beautifully!! Seeing how sturdy the piece was attached was so satisfying 😂😍

[@appleciderwitch]

EARLY~! Also can I just say I LOVE the light? I love that kind of drippy/Jupiter-style weirdness to the light, it's instantly a conversation piece.

[@khalinaherrera7305]

uuumm just watching this and thinking how I found you channel years ago when you guys were moving to the loft and how freaking far you've come and how much all of us have grown. just wow.

[@Gabrielle499]

LOVE the planet light! ✨🧡

[@georgethomsonyoung8959]

Love the way the light turned out . I once sprayed a globe with car paint it looked really good and the light did come through.

[@lesliemoiseauthor]

Option 1.5. I'm a blue girl! The finished space looks AWESOME! I love the planet light.

[@kendrad4491]

I love the planet pendant! It gives the vibes of great conversation and intimacy amongst friends.

[@amguy1983]

potentiallty for the light fixture you might have been able to use an airbrush to get a more even interior coating. Anytime I have tried the thin and swirl method it never quite works like I intend it too. An airbrush with really thinned white/cream colored paint and a lot of very thin layers might have created a more even texture. I actually like the planet vibes of the light personally though :)

[@SethMyersm16]

THE GLOBE IS OBSCENELY BEAUTIFUL 😍!!! I VOTE NO RINGS! ITS PERFECT! I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!!

[@viivi4196]

oh my gosh I LOVE THE PLANET LIGHT! it looks expensive and just so freaking cool! I think it's perfect without the rings since those might make it look a bit cheaper. I just feel like the vibe is perfect now. also, love the art piece you thrifted - warm yellow and orange are some of my absolute favorite colors so I'm definitely enjoying that (and all the other orange stuff in your house too)

[@leplatdujour]

yes, pls! do the saturn lamp!!

[@starhill6792]

That art caught my eye the moment you showed it in the shop!! It’s so perfect!

[@jessicamillier2307]

Leave the light as it is. Beautiful!

[@marinamaiameireles8465]

Velcroing (a verb) the cushion to the base wouldn't be more effective?

[@lorimecikalski3079]

But not nearly as interesting!!

[@shereeralph3802]

No to the rings, Becky. I think let it do it's own unique thing. I actually have an original light shade the same size that my husbands work was getting rid of about 15 years ago. He flipped it the other way, and made a base for it. It makes the most delightful glowy orb in our bedroom at night (it sits on the top of a tall boy), and we use it every evening. Love what you did with the couch. ☺

[@cchampaigne4047]

I think that art piece would look great off center. A bit of asymmetry can really add visual interest to a shelf system like that. 😊

[@mckenziesmith7498]

I like the way the light turned out.

[@saraontheroad]

Yes to the planet DIY! Maybe lots of planet lights scattered through your whole house??? 🤔💯

[@AudraLeigh01]

Pendant light looks awesome. You can do some internal rings that are hidden when off but visible when on. Pick a paint and use a milk frother and stick inside the bulb and turn on. It will make rings.

[@CountryGirl-zo2pe]

Love the light! Leave as is 💕

[@hollyhasegawa4240]

Oh Becky you did a great job putting that wood on the end of those sofas to keep those cushions from falling off, they really look so pretty and that rug and coffee table go together so good. I also love that artwork you bought and hung in the center of your shelves and all of the things you place everywhere is looking so incredible, sending love and hugs, bye!! 🤗👋👍🙏💜💜💜

[@PreciousMe]

Lean into the planet light. It completely goes with the sofa and no one is going to know unless you tell them! The space is perfect. Big Hugs

[@peppanotpepper4672]

The light pulls the oranges and yellows from the painting - if there’s anything I learned from art school (besides I don’t want a career as an artist lol) is that when you make mistakes or things don’t go according to an, own it, make it work, and convince everyone it is was a deliberate design/artist choice 😁😆

[@Jobo89]

I love the shelving unit, the rug and the art piece… that’s all the rest can change

[@littlerivercottage8558]

The light gives retro vibes, on and off. Leave as is 😊 crazy that you got that coffee table. It literally was my thought as the ultimate fit. The space is A-MAZING!!

[@annebarboza]

27:11 I've been present to almost every house tours you do Becky, and I love that at every one of them, your harry potter books are always displayed in your shelves ❤