Trash to Treasure Episode 11 ~ Office Chair Upcycle ~ Trunk Repurpose ~ Tin Can Idea

[@CottageontheCorner]

We have such a "throw away" mentality in general...I love that you see potential in everything.

[@linmims3049]

Yes, I agree! Mary truly has a creative soul.

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

I agree as well! Her creativity is so amazing 😊

[@shariday9849]

Dear Mary, thank you for your example of creativity, determination, underlying faith, and humble Godliness. I admit to re-watching your posts to calm me and learn from your example of how to live well.

[@terrypiercd2781]

Hi im a hair stylist and im using my hydraulic base of my chair and putting a large round wood top on mine. This will be a coffee table and then it pumps up for a dining table and also is like a large lazy susan lol its great idea for small spaces. Double duty. I love your channel

[@sandrasolaligue-perez3606]

Terry, you have made such a practical piece of furniture! 💙💙💙

[@eternalfizzer]

I love the chair upcycle - and that's another novel idea. thanks!

[@sherrieduchaine1876]

Get idea iam retried hair stylist too omg and i was going to dump my chair not now thanks for the idea 💡

[@sandrasolaligue-perez3606]

@@sherrieduchaine1876, we have a connection, here! Happy for you! No need to put your chair or stool to the trash. 💇‍♀️💇‍♀️💇‍♀️💇‍♀️

[@cindyannefontenot]

I wish you could post a pic or video of it in use when you’re done! That would be VERY COOL to check out!!

[@sandytaylor8482]

Love the trunk! Your decision to straighten the top was a huge success! Creative use of those old wheels too. What a nice piece it made!

[@ForevrYaweh1144]

This woman could not be more talented. I am always shocked

[@victorbullard2108]

Grace Duhon y6t7yfiy

[@maymewilkinson9093]

Gotta say it again..Mary you are one of the most talented women ever!! Great projects , love love watching you, such an inspiration to recycle..

[@jilliaann_xo]

I've only been following you for a short period of time and I am in love with your channel! Your videos are so inspiring and amazing.. Continue being a blessing Mary 😊

[@lisaroth7526]

"Don't hide your light under a barrel." I am very thankful that you share your light on KZbin! That trunk is beautiful! The chair was brilliant: I'm so glad you didn't just toss the whole thing. I've done tin can candles before, oh my word, decades ago, really. Yours are so cute!

[@mariansinger9003]

You can use an old metal coffee can for wax melting - crimp one side into a spout & save yourself the trouble of cleaning wax out of your pot and pitcher.

[@MrShnazer]

Marian Singer yes , but that would spoil the ambiance.

[@angelabuckley29]

so cute to see one of your fur babies climb into the chair as you place it on the floor as if it was just for him.💕

[@janavaliton4165]

You amaze me! You’ve been given such a beautiful gift from above… Thank you for using it and inspiring so many! Just amazing I tell ya! ❤️

[@angiesmith9074]

I don’t think I could ever get tired of watching you do projects. Great work!

[@myrnarenoud3056]

You are so talented! My goodness....I’m amazed at what you create. Thank you for sharing your blessing with us!

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

Both pieces are just stunning. You are saving so many beautiful pieces from a life in the landfill. I wish I could sit and watch your videos all day! Thank you Mary! 😊

[@sherryshelton199]

Even turned out adorable! Who would have thought tuna cans could be so cute!

[@imsogodsgurl]

That trunk turned out so beautifully! Actually, they all did! It is always fun to find a completely new purpose for something you would otherwise have thrown away. You turned a stinky cat food can into something that is beautiful AND smells good, talk about irony! We have a couple of old computer chairs here that I now feel inspired to re-purpose. As always, thank you, Mary, you are such a blessing.

[@TheLatinaNextDoor]

I love how everything turned out Mary! The chest was my favorite! So beautiful 😍

[@CeresaJL]

Mary, You have to be one of the most creative women on YT. I just love your ideas! Have you thought of writing a book on all the trash to treasure ideas? I think it would be a hit. Especially if you add the Bible quotes, recipes, and other ideas you have on your channel. I would buy one. These videos always brighten my day.

[@mamashanshan2772]

Such fabulous ideas! You’re so blessed, as are we having you having a beautiful soul and sharing your incredible gifts. Thank you always, thank you also for sharing ways of repurposing items. Have a blessed and fabulous day. 💖💖

[@nancyanneberg403]

Seemingly unsalvageable and insurmountable items retrieved from the trash pile. A million claps to you of admiring applause. Thanks for ideas and work.

[@sportkat97]

It seems as though everything you touch turns out beautiful. You have a true talent! ❤

[@deborahdeboer1175]

I love how you admit that what you make may not turn out. I am not surprised when what you make turns out beautifully as usual. You are so talented! I always enjoy whatever you share! I always get excited when you have a new video. Keep up the beautiful creativity!

[@teresap268]

The trunk was very nice. You worked hard on it. I liked the candles too.

[@tfntexas]

Wow this is one of my favorite Trash to Treasure videos! That trunk and chair are just fabulous! You put so much detail and work into your projects. Great job!

[@irenedolan4702]

WOW! Mary your finished projects bring a Hugh smile to my face... Thank you so much 😊

[@rhondamartin1251]

Mary this trunk turned out beautifully. All your projects turn out great. I love watching your Channel. I know I don't comment often, but your channel is one of the best.

[@chattykathie7129]

Love that trunk. I’ve often thought about repurposing a office chair base. Thanks for paving the way.

[@cindyborgen5480]

Mary, thank you so much for sharing you interest, your adventures, and your knowledge. I know I truly appreciate everything you have completed.

[@mikellecallahan516]

Your the craftiest person. You can literally makeover anything.

[@magentaangel5531]

Wow, is there anything you cannot create. I am in awe of your wonderful God given gift, your creations are stunning. Thank you for sharing.

[@antheadelahay5948]

Brilliant Mary👌 Absolutely love all your videos. You are amazing and so talented 😊

[@kayfabe591]

All 3 upcycled projects are amazing. You are so generous with sharing your creative genius. Thanks.

[@zeninme7980]

"I'll give it a shot" !! Mary, I don't think there's anything you can't do!! I am amazed!! That trunk, I thought, oh my... this will be a tough one, but nooooooo, you brought it back to more than just beautiful! Loved the whole video love all of them actually. I watch and re-watch!! I just painted my dining room chairs in country white and distressed them. I am working up to redoing the table!! I'm nervous, but as you say... I'll give it a shot"!!!! You are just the best!!! Love your channel!!!! 🥰❤

[@cindycuzner3886]

Thank you Mary. I look forward to your Wednesday videos every week. It is a spark of joy during my middle of the week day. Bless you for being you. 🥰

[@susanmathis1682]

In 🥰love how you clean as you go.

[@MetaMM]

That's the first thing I noticed and I liked it right away! Love seeing people do that.

[@kdrummond449]

You are so creative! I love watching you do your magic. Thanks for sharing your talents with us.

[@CookingandCouponing]

All of them turned out great! My daughter has a trunk like that in her room. You’ve inspired me to try something like that.

[@debbiegrubb9776]

I love how you make everything you redo look so easy,we all know that’s not so. I love your projects.You are so talented and I appreciate your eye for great design,it’s so appealing. Keep up the great artistic work that you do,It’s a joy to watch.

[@RhubarbandRoots]

I literally just got lost in a trance in this video and was sad when it ended . Her videos are so soothing.

[@Vk-mm4lf]

OM gosh, The trunk is so amazing. I often see trunks and have walked away because I imagined the restore to be over my head, but you have, as always, inspired me. And the office chair is brilliant. Ive been watching you for so long and I think this video is at the top of my list. Thank you for sharing. God Bless

[@lindap.p.1337]

Mmmmmmmm, maybe one of those candles should be tuna scent! Haha! I love that stencil! Am loving the trunk. The rusty wheels are great.

[@sharondoss4297]

I am addicted to your channel. You are so clever with all of your designs. You are a joy to watch.

[@KraftsbyKatelyn]

Everything looks so beautiful! I love your channel! 🤗🤗🤗

[@voodle50]

WOW Mary they are all so beautiful! That trunk was gorgeous before, but you took it to another level! I admire your taste and hard work so much.

[@mitziepeterson3685]

Beautiful job as always Mary!

[@loanasantos4202]

I am a huge crafter, I love reusing, repurposing, upcycling... and I love all your DIY's, you r so inspiring, I have 3 cats and every time I feed them the can food I always feel bad discarding the tin cans because I know it could be turned into something nice and your candles came out awesome 👏👏🙌👍👌🤗🥰

[@LisaWilliams-jm7tm]

WOW. Everything turned out pretty bit that trunk transformation was my favorite!!!!! Keep making things beautiful again!!!

[@cherylmiller2334]

Mary, you can do anything and it always turns out wonderful! So talented....God has really blessed you! Thoroughly enjoy watching you and what you inspire me to try & do! Thanks....have a great day!

[@lydiaabernathy5723]

Absolutely love this video. Everything came out so Beautiful.

[@kkat54]

Always great to see your trash to treasures.

[@laurajeffcoat4731]

Thank you thank you I have an old trunk just like yours. I was trying to figure out how to save it. Had come up with the same idea as you with the top. Just wasn't sure it would work. Someone sat on mine as well. Love how you put wheels on yours. Love the way your office chair came out. And of course who doesn't like candles. Great ideas thank you for sharing these with us. 🤗💕💞💓💞💕

[@desmondlittle2614]

We love the uncomplicated approach. That releases so much creativity. The energy flows into the project and in the end you don't want to stop with happiness. Thanks Mary. Alexandra

[@stacihartman48]

Great ideas as usual. Love all 3!

[@sherryhardesty8050]

You have a way of making us feel like you're not sure about what something's going to look like when it's finished but your projects are ALWAYS awesome. The trunk is beautiful and has inspired me to take a look at an old one we have out in the garage. It hasn't been touched in years but I am hoping it can be refurbished as nicely as yours. I love the candle idea and like to repurpose what might otherwise be tossed. What a lovely idea! I'm amazed at how the stool turned out. I'm not sure I could do as well with that, but we actually have a couple of old desk chairs that look much like yours before the transformation. We'll see! You are an inspiration!

[@warenewaz3183]

As always inspirational to watch.

[@rhondacoffey3419]

You are such a talented and amazing person! Your creativity never ceases to amaze me! I look forward to every new video. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. I love your channel!

[@redryder7409]

I’m going to do a wood top for my old desk chair that was way to big for my room. I was going to throw it away. I found a awesome piece of wood in the barn! Thanks for the awesome idea!!!

[@lovingmayberry307]

Love all three!! 😊

[@tammymango3028]

Wow Mary, you are so amazing! Inspiring & multi talented 😊😍🙏🙏

[@donna8212]

I never doubt that what you create, won’t turnout the way you envision it. Fabulous as always! 😉👍🏻💖

[@coffeewithmysunshine2506]

You do amazing work💕💕💕Awesome ideas! I love how the trunk turned out💛💖

[@joannecarroll5504]

I love that you aim to find a purpose for everything, Mary. People I worked with used to say to me "Oh, you're so creative!", but I'd reply that I'm not really, I just make the most of what I have. I never would have thought of reusing pet food tins for handmade candles, but I do use the 825g (appx 30oz) Fruit Salad tins for storing paint brushes, pens, coloured pencils etc. Once the tins are washed & thoroughly dried, I paint them white on the inside & teal on the outside, so they look all cute & fresh :)

[@onasilverbudget4245]

I really love the chair transformation and the can food container omg love love love everything. I love whatever you do anyway. So thank for your inspirations. 🎆💚🥰😘😘

[@barbarawilliams744]

recently inherited my Dad's Navy trunk (circa 1946) and immediately thought of this "trunk repurpose" video you did. the hardware is not in the best shape and so I'm thinking of painting it all black, adding casters like you did and then cleaning up the lining by mod podging all his actual Navy papers. love your videos. you are truly inspirational. on my most productive days, I don't come close, but I sometimes envision myself in "fast forward" mode. LOL look forward to Wednesdays to see what new ideas you have and how you inspire me to use what I have and turn it into something I love! thank you!

[@annlatham]

Good morning Mary! Have a lovely day ! ❤️

[@angelahagood7143]

Mary I wish I lived near you because I would give you all kinds of stuff just to watch what wonderful treasures you make! Love that printing on the wood, looks authentic! Your candles are so cute and that trunk...who’d a thunk it?!! Love your channel! 🕯🙌🏻👍🏻💗🌸

[@nancyt8858]

You do such amazing work! So inspiring

[@carolg.6838]

A good eye! The trunk makeover is so nice with the metal, stencil and wheels. The candles are cheerful and doable for many. I like how you don't need to know exactly what to do before you start. That is freeing.

[@restorebeautyfinds4180]

Love, love, love everything. You're such an inspiration to me

[@ldlcreationsllc]

Beautiful trunk! Cute candles and what a wonderful idea for the chair. I can not tell you how many we have tossed over the years. Not anymore! Thank you once again for the wonderful ideas!

[@melissabrannon1724]

Love all your videos.. God bless ❤️

[@shanaproctor100]

Of all the KZbinrs I follow, your "trash to treasure" videos are the best! And so are the rest of your videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@carmenrosario1709]

loved everything, my favorite , that trunk

[@patriciaskitch2341]

No question, you have a God-given talent Mary. Who would ever think to make candles from cat food tins … oh Mary would! They are darling.

[@prettymayuricostumescreati3233]

the cat : "but why you do that with this chair it was so comfortable"

[@lynngudgeon9416]

God has blessed you with such talent. I love all of them, thank you for sharing.

[@faithfifield7278]

Mary, my cats are the same way if they fit it must be for them to sit, lay sleep on. I have an over size heavy paper gift bag they have been sleeping on. Lol

[@rneustel388]

Faith Fifield We just moved into a new-to-us home, and my dog’s favorite place to lie down is the plastic wrap from our mattresses! Silly animals 🤪

[@charlenegates1711]

Trash to Treasures are my favorite video. You can make something out of anything. I just loved those little candles.💕💕💕

[@catheymarker8676]

WOW Mary!!! What a transformation on the trunk and old chair to beautiful stool!!! What scents did you use in the candles? I just love watching your trash to treasure videos! Thanks and have a blessed day!

[@sosweetstill]

HOw did the candles turn out Mary?

[@michellejaggard9657]

I love your ideas. Your things turned out fabulous, loved them. When I got married several years ago on a budget, I saved cans the size of yours from tuna and chicken. Washed, cleaned, sprayed white and used to hold my large pale pink candles. They were the same size around but 3 different heights. They looked beautiful. I also glued on white seed pearls in a small heart pattern.

[@maritzamachuca4251]

wow what a diffeence on the trunk

[@ladymeropi]

That old trunk would be a throw-away to most, but you transformed it into something anyone would like. I loved your bathroom floor and it works so well on this trunk too. Great job! I recently purchased small fragrant candles to give as a token xmas gift that looked so similar to the cat can candles you made. It cost me around $18. for 4 little candles..... All one needs is the time, energy and inventiveness that you have to reproduce your creativity. No wonder you have so many 'likes' and members.

[@cherylcarnes4207]

Look there Mary you changed an old office chair into a cat bed.

[@DEEDEE2000ful]

You're amazing! Everything you touch turns to gold. You never cease to impress me

[@lucykyles9809]

Loved the trunk!❤

[@vickinoeske1711]

Love the chair transformation! The piece of wood is lovely & the printed words make it look like a piece from a shipping crate.

[@marybanspach4056]

prop the chest open and display quilts or blankest

[@theresourcefulmomma4037]

I LOVE the trunk and that you left the hardware. Beautiful work as always. Thank you for sharing, Mary!💕

[@lstewart7015]

Liked the trunk black better.

[@queenberengaria9626]

Nicely done but seems an awful lot of work for one decorative box that's just shoved against a wall and not obviously used for storage as one might assume.

[@debbiegarland7124]

Queen Berengaria how do you know there’s nothing in it?..

[@maryalicehornsby1885]

Mary, you are one talented and creative gal! I love to watch you work your magic. You make me want to get up and make something. Keep doing what you're doing. You are so inspiring. Take care.

[@joanfisher9838]

I love the trunk, it turned out beautiful!!! Do you keep all of your project's?

[@janinafisler5280]

Mary, thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas. I’m always eager to see what you come up with next. You inspire me to think outside the box. Thank you and God bless.

[@dd_2023]

You are a true craftsman; so creative! Thank you, Mary; great inspiration, as always. So many great ideas, nothing should be wasted ....lol!!

[@lindachapman9765]

Wow what an incredible transformation, what you do with a tin of cat food, simple but very usefull, and that chair incredible, lovely job Mary as allways xxx

[@beverlygray-alexander2876]

Back in the '50s, I had an old trunk like that I wish it had been saved but as you know somethings just go by the wayside. Your show today was wonderful it proves to my sisters that I am not crazy because I like to make old things purposeful again. You are my inspiration in my life. I always ask "What would Mary do?".

[@krisponeal]

My son and I love watching your trash to treasure videos! He's 2 years old and loves to *create* things with me! Especially if it involves painting!! We watch you all the time and he always blows you kisses! Haha *God Bless*

[@oliviapineda1318]

I'm impress they all came out so good ... thanks for sharing and inspiring us to repurpose, recycle save our earth ...

[@sandramigacz1766]

All of your projects are amazing and you make it look so easy. That is always very encouraging.

[@deniseowens4543]

Mary, you have done it again your such a creative soul. "Waste not want not". Blessing have a good day.

[@justjudycrafting7401]

I couldn’t imagine what you were going to do with your son’s old chair but it was genius. I love the wood burn look. The trunk to repurpose was a no brainer. Fabulous. But truly the best was old cat cans. Love the prints you used for the sides. Really spring. I love the melts and was you get from the lady you have pour your candles. I have a few or 4 or 5 of them myself. They smell beautiful. Really enjoyed this today.