Top Dollar Finds At Goodwill PLUS High End Flips and Dupes

[@carolynbuckles1550]

You are so amazing I watch all your DIYs on my TV . I love everything you do. I am 79 years old and I use to work like you do . Still try but wear out soon. There is not many like you anymore. Love your Videos

[@minajones1635]

“Your” style is the “right” style! Life is too short to decorate, dress, etc to what is trendy, just to be “in”. Proudly own whatever color or style you like. :) You are very talented and I thank you for sharing your creativity and talent.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much Mina!

[@deborahmatatall]

Hi, Cory! Thanks for taking us shopping with you! Blue is definitely having a moment right now and I am thrilled! All your projects were lots of fun and turned out really great. This was a perfect thrifting video! The frame on that watercolor would not be original to that painting, if it is by the artist. The back shows it was not professionally framed. Maybe take it out of the frame and see if it is an original watercolor or a print of one. If it’s an original, I would suggest taking it somewhere to have it professionally framed with preservation quality glass and backing. Michael’s and Hobby Lobby both have that capability. Original art can retain its value if it is well cared for. Without UV glass and without a backing to protect it from dust and grit, watercolors can deteriorate quickly. You might actually have an heirloom that will show up on in-the-future “Antiques Roadshow!”🌸

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

I would totally put the Sullivan painting into a different frame and fix up the bamboo frame for something else. The ideas clash. Bamboo and field flowers doesn't look nice to me. I would put the painting in a nice thin white frame. The lamp is my favorite project today!

[@purplewombat1923]

I would paint the frame white. At the moment, the frame is competing with the painting for attention. I love all your DIY transformations but the lamp is my favourite :-)

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!!!

[@ginapeterson5338]

Be sure to remove the painting from the frame before you repaint the frame so no damage happens to the painting.

[@stacihines541]

I would paint the frame a complimentary green and white wax to bring out all the detail in the frame. Loved all your upcycles!

[@anna-christina5713]

This painting deserves a more classic frame to show "frame" it's beauty. Reframing will bring it to the next level of sofistication. What about a golden or silver frame?

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Anna good idea

[@kristycullen8287]

The lamp looked great. Good scores!

[@gailbutler3310]

Loved it all of course! My favorite was the lamp, you definitely brought it up a notch!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Gail. A good lamp is always so attractive to me!

[@shannoncornish6243]

Love the wooden crate at the beginning! Pretty sure it is Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit (Jemima puddle duck!).

[@heatherburrill]

It is !❤

[@pamfaircloth5284]

Totally love that lamp n blue! The gold rub and buff accent made it stunning! 😮

[@rhondawillis3019]

That's funny, my family is also from Prussia. Love watching your channel.

[@jaymelorentz2330]

Loved your video today! So glad you made the statement about it being your style! I think many people think they need to follow the trends and end up spending a lot of money every year!

[@DesertDIY]

Very true. Thank you Jayme

[@joycemorgan6956]

Loved the outcome of the church pew. More than that loved the birth story. What a great story and it is so nice of you and your husband to share. She is a cutie.

[@lovingmayberry307]

Love the watercolor! I'd reframe it in a white, distressed wooden frame. I don't care for the frame it's currently in, I'd probably re-donate that to Goodwill. Good haul!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@paulanull8731]

Yes LM the current frame even in white detracts from the painting. The texture overwhelms the delicate details of the watercolor.

[@rebeccacrow2110]

Wow! Love the Lamp it turned out beautifully!

[@chandrasutton4669]

Oh, the plate rack and plates were very nice as well!!!

[@charlenegoskowicz8220]

I kind of like that frame. I think you could paint it white and it would set off the artwork better. I love that little watercolor.

[@marciemuhleman3427]

I, too, am a blue and white fanatic...great taste!

[@johnettehaines6291]

The lamp turned out lovely.

[@Flippingdrawers]

Makes me want to go thrifting 😊

[@Quidnunc777]

The serving platter that you showed at the 1:34 mark is a collectible - vintage Hall Jewel Tea “Autumn Leaf” from the 1950s-1960s.

[@DesertDIY]

Wow good eye! Thank you Kimberly

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

I spotted it, too because I’m from the “ vintage” years,👵🏼.

[@tiffanyluna664]

I really love this video! And I too am in love with that deep navy color. You surprised me with that lamp and the plates. Your creativity is contagious.

[@hinatalpur9148]

I love watching all your DIYs ,u really explain so well ,feel as if I am with u there,superb

[@mjgullickson5168]

Paint the frame with your original idea. You have a good eye. Great find!

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

Fun projects! I think they are all great. I love navy and white, too.

[@angesews8110]

I love the plate rack can't say iv seen them in England. You find amazing things. How I wish England charity shop were like yours.

[@DesertDIY]

I wish that for you too!!!!

[@jend2862]

I really like the frame and think it goes well with the watercolor painting. I have found that when I'm drawn to something, it'll work in my decor - so if you like it as is, try it out in various spots.

[@angelabstractart6168]

That was a fun video, Corie! About the frame... is there any way to find out from the artist if she framed it like that? I'm thinking a white frame will wash out the painting itself, perhaps a green that's in the foliage with a dry brush white overtop. Thanks for the nightcap video!

[@DesertDIY]

That sounds like a great idea

[@sharonduvick1606]

I am a watercolor artist. Definitely reframe and matte the painting to update it. You will get years more pleasure out of it with an up to date presentation.

[@DesertDIY]

I bet you make wonderful pieces!

[@martinedehoef8594]

I would certainly change the color of the frame

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Martine

[@jeanmohr4711]

I think a soft green would look nice for the frame. Maybe a sage chalk paint?

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Jean

[@joycemorgan6956]

Paint the frame. Loved everything you did today.

[@maribelroman]

I’m in love with the lamp! What a transformation TFS I’m never disappointed with your content.

[@chandrasutton4669]

The mail table vinyet is delightful!!!

[@maryinthemaking7211]

Hi Corey, thanks for the fun video. Fun projects!! I’m itching to thrift and look for something navy now. Btw, I agree about the lamp shades, I wish Goodwill would not separate them. If I don’t care for the shade on a lamp that I purchase I simply donate it back again. It’s always nice to have the option of the original shade. So nice to have you posting again, you and your channel are a favorite of mine. 😍

[@antiquesrestoration3874]

Alcohol proof refers to the lacquer finish on the tray, which (theoretically) wouldn't be affected by alcohol, unlike shellac. Nice score on the watercolor. I'd definitely get a nicer frame for it...one that is more in tune with your traditional aesthetic.

[@janhunt6214]

Love everything you do! Love love the lamp.

[@CopperCactusDIY]

Love that lamp the most! I always see lamps at the thrift store but never think to paint them. Thanks for the inspo, Cory! Hmm, if you're keeping that frame i think it would look nice in black. Would let the art pop and the frame would stand out on your neutral wall color. BTW, the toy box and your sons reaction just melted my heart. Thanks for taking us along!

[@debraneria4242]

What a fun video Cory ...and for the water color frame is go with gel stain in White and do gold wisps over the Details of the bamboo ..I think that will compliment the Art To Maybe Go By where you Put your keys and mail🥰❣️👍

[@chrisrobson5187]

i would definitely paint the frame white

[@lem4100]

Great video! I would try the watercolor with frames you already have to get an idea of what it would look like. Would save the frame it's in now to use on another painting. I would paint it though.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you

[@erinj9642]

Also obsessed with Navy blue.

[@doddnejadfard3251]

White washed frame,,yes,,love that watercolor,,lucky find,,good for you!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Dodd

[@janjones4772]

If your going to keep it, paint it, beautiful painting.👍👍♥️

[@Jean-s7c]

White wash the frame. Cute painting

[@eljaysmiley]

My great grandmother was from Prussia too! Marienwerder is the name of her village. ❤

[@DesertDIY]

It's a small world!

[@beverlyjackman2669]

How interesting my mom is German and Prussian .she was an orphan in Germany and was adopted by an American family in the air force

[@lorrainewhitlock5377]

I think white for the frame would be really nice

[@lauriebertrand9319]

Love the water color you found. I would paint the frame or get a new frame. Thanks for sharing!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Laurie

[@amethystgarnet3161]

If it's an early one of her paintings, it will be worth even more than current ones. Paint the frame, definitely. I agree, it likely didn't come in that frame. Actually people have found valuable paintings at thrift stores plenty, so, yes, always worth your time to look. Also, you can find gorgeous old real wood frames. I am a painter myself and found a huge (3 ft) round painting in a gorgeous old frame. I didn't care for the painting, sort of an old " 17th century English picnic on the grounds" (cardboard printed) piece. I wanted it for my country kitchen pantry area. I planned to toss the painting and paint a totally new scene, but I actually ended up keeping a good bit of the background image, and painted a quaint old farmhouse and farm scene into the focal point, and added foreground shrubs and foliage that covered up the ladies in 17th century dresses and their picnic basket. I was very pleased with the final image and no one would ever know it was an altered piece. I was a little amazed to have pulled it off, frankly. It was not an "original painting" before, now it is! I think I paid seven bucks for the piece, and I have no doubt I could make a decent profit if I wanted to sell it, but I won't, it will be something I pass on to my kids. I like the concept of "altered art". I love taking something old and giving it a new lease on life. I am like you, in being able to invision what something can become, be it a house, an old piece of furniture, even jewelry. I am glad to see many of your generation appreciate the stewardship aspect of repurposing and repairing instead of running out and overpaying for mass produced things, furniture made of compressed sawdust, and cookie cutter "McMansions". Everyone who visits my home always says how cozy and inviting it feels. That's the "permanence" of stuff with history that they are feeling, and a home that is lived-in rather than being a showcase. Works for me and mine! I love how people have been able to do things they love, and make an income out of it by posting videos as you do. Enjoy your new home and the fun of exploring new surroundings! You are blessed with a wonderful big family too, so glad to see folks out there who want more than "1.3 children", lol. Nothing more awesome in life than getting to be a mom if you ask me. I was an RN, but being Mom is the job I have loved the most.

[@maryarwood8942]

You are so talented. I love all your finds and redos.

[@TheAfezio]

paint a creamy white with a the same gold you accented the lamp with, do the inside square of the frame. Looks great! your son sounds adorable!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Alicia

[@conniemalone8939]

Love all of your DIYs! Iam going back & watching all of your Videos! I Also flip furniture! Gives me a Calming sense over me! And Great Satisfaction I Saved a piece of furniture!❤❤❤❤🐶

[@jw6504]

I would paint the frame and maybe do some dry brushing to highlight the weave pattern

[@DesertDIY]

I was thinking the same thing

[@mariaroldan4200]

Just like you, I love the navy blue. I have blue and white plates hanging on my walls. I love traditional. But blue would not go well with the painting. Maybe same color of the flowers and a green like the stems.

[@karherineedwards3595]

I would leave the frame as is or navy blue. The navy would make the flowers pop.

[@tamibooboobritt]

I love the plate racks! I have been collecting for a little while and have quite a few! I used to own a bakery and have my antique platters and plates from my bakery and am planning on displaying some on them!

[@DesertDIY]

How cool!!!

[@angelashdesignsandthrift517]

Great video!! Paint frame white!!!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you!

[@teresabell1014]

Loved the lamp..and everything else. I am German and Norwegian. My family name was Von Schlieken....spell that as a child !😆 Also look forward to seeing your videos.

[@annroush5424]

White in the wide middle section with variegated greens, like in the foliage or leaves Kay Sullivan painted, on the bamboo inner and outside work. My idea anyway. I looked her up, too. I like her work. Floral watercolors should be delicate. Good eye, Cory.

[@ginahernandez3219]

Great haul and the way you updated them are very nice. Thanks for sharing 💙

[@katheyheath8611]

Hi Corey, I’m new to your channel but I just love all your clips and creations!! I’ve been binging on your content and and going to God will next week to see what I can find. Wish me luck 😃

[@terrizimmerman5297]

My favorite project is the lamp. It’s beautiful! The frame for the watercolor isn’t a good match. I’d switch out the frame for something that is a better option.

[@BrendaC-cf7td]

Hicould you paint the lamp blue.

[@elke-d7c]

I just love your videos!! You are so talented and have the greatest ideas. I couldn't believe it when you mentioned that you are of Prussian heritage. My father came from East Prussia. How great is that? Maybe that's where you get your love for the color blue from. That famous Prussian Blue. Thanks for the great videos.

[@DesertDIY]

That is very possible!!!

[@anitabarker3125]

Painting the frame would be good. The paint piece is the one of value. It is pretty.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Anita

[@EM-fh2tx]

The existing frame is doing nothing for that painting. Take it out & use a proper mounting board (mat board) with a good wide border to show off the painting and a more low key frame. Use the bamboo frame for something else.

[@DesertDIY]

Good idea

[@debrabell2604]

I would paint the frame a nice green or white. I like to pick a color from a painting for the frame.

[@rzpotts4]

Great diys. Leave the painting but you can paint the frame.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Rhonda

[@chandrasutton4669]

Yes, paint the frame!!!

[@patriciareeps3389]

I would leave the painting alone. I had those plate racks twenty years ago. I’m a traditional girl myself and love your style. It sets you apart from other you tubers. I have lots of blue and white chinoiserie sprinkled throughout my home. I really liked what you did with the lamp

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much Patricia

[@rhondajschlottman4262]

I’d paint the wicker frame black which I believe the pic will show up great.

[@marynevlida2057]

I’d paint the frame white to highlight the painting. Great find! And I love all your transformations. Thanks!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Mary

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀 ❤ 🎀 ❤ 🎀

[@doddnejadfard3251]

I love all the great finds and your changes,,

[@vickidunkle3698]

8 agree with white frame and embellish it with rub and buff! Your 8dea for it perfect!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Vicki

[@pamelamartin3568]

Kay Sullivan is definitely an known artist

[@catharina2022]

Leave the frame as is! I love the combination. And what is it that artwork should be looking the same as the house decor? If the artist framed the painting herself it is as she ment it to be.......🇱🇺🌷🙋🏼‍♀️

[@charlotted6247]

The frame is fine to paint. I'd paint it. It's very pretty!! This was fun. I love thrift flips and dupes.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Charlotte

[@kaycox19]

PAINT THE FRAME! LOVE ALL UPDATES IN THIS VIDEO!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Kay

[@tesselatrix]

The original painting on the toy box is Gemima Puddleduck from the Beatrix Potter stories!

[@skelly0424]

It's a beautiful picture and I would find a different frame for it.

[@annhedderson2398]

I think I would do the frame in Antique wax . Love the lamp and toy box . all beautiful thanks for sharing 👍

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Ann!

[@q2hearts14]

Love your pieces

[@manuelamansilha7988]

You should paint navy BLUE. The watercolour in the paint Will pop more . Another option is the Gold,

[@annroush5424]

I’d paint it, but since there’s not even a hint of blue in the painting, the frame would look nice whitewashed. My opinion, anyway. I love blue and white earthenware. Check out Flow Blue, it is expensive, somewhat, but lovely. Thanks for showing us your vision for how to repurpose. Loved the concrete topped tables. You’ve given me quite an idea. Thanks again.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Ann!

[@stephaniehebbard2076]

The water color was a great find!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Stephanie. I felt like it was an episode of antiques roadshow where they find out something is valuable

[@nicolebiel6678]

The art is the expensive part. I would makeover the frame to go with your house!

[@nadjagonzalez1832]

Gold to go with the blue with and gold and place it leaning against the wall on top of the table where you put your keys 🔑

[@zullo3529]

I would reframe the painting. The existing frame is too wide. It takes away from the painting. I love the navy blue you are using. Thanks Corie

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Stephanie

[@pattyredden5123]

You should have used rub an buff 9n the final on the lamp

[@rebeccacrowell2386]

The Glass vase with the silver at the rim might be a Dorothy Thorpe if it is it is a couple hundred dollars so when u go back there check it out to see if still there and look for a signature

[@patriciaritter2115]

I would white wash the frame. It is a beautiful find.

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Patricia

[@laurelarmstrong4535]

Very creative. I love the blue

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Laurel!

[@pamfaircloth5284]

I would dry brush that frame in white.

[@kreativekimberlyco]

Do the white wash on the frame. Great finds!

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you Kimberly

[@sooziessugarshack6695]

Can’t wait to see what you do with plate rack/hangar. I see them all the time at GE and scratch my head to figure out how it could be repurposed. Do you have suggestions if I do not have a Cricut? Thanks….I am tardy to party so I apologize in advance.

[@OurFurnitureFlippingAdventure]

Love your projects, Cory! And you’re looking great 🙌

[@DesertDIY]

Thank you so much my dear

[@pteddie6965]

This was a fun video to watch. I love your creativity in repurposing thrift store items and giving them new life. Thanks for sharing these transformations with us. Congrats on finding the water color painting. I agree with Mayberry. I'd try painting the trim on the frame with paint close to the original color to see if you could save it. If this doesn't work, I'd be tempted to take it to a professional matting provider. It seems to be worth investing a little money in.

[@DesertDIY]

Greats ideas thank you!