When Life Gives You a Vanity, Make Nightstands | Furniture Makeover

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In this makeover, I transform an old vanity to a pair of MCM nightstands, featuring custom made handles and legs, and a lot of Bondo repairs.
My initial plan for this makeover was to stain one of the drawers on each piece; however, I also really wanted to try out the shown leg design for a long time, and I decided that a stained drawer would add one too many design elements to the overall look.
Let me know what you think!
- Andy
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Below is a list of the tools and products that I used.
Cutting Pliers: amzn.to/3f3OIsi
Bondo Body Filler: amzn.to/3bGhFZb
Putty Knife: amzn.to/3bDOXs7
DeWalt Orbit Sander: amzn.to/3D1Pgcp
Elmer's Wood Filler (Natural): amzn.to/3hFy7wS
DeWalt Jigsaw: amzn.to/3reXuIt
DeWalt Circular Saw: amzn.to/3hKNwvT
Square Ruler: amzn.to/3LDSszc
Belt/Disc Sander: amzn.to/3rnt46T
Detail Sanding Block: amzn.to/3ApHVlc
Varathane Gel Stain (Dark Walnut): amzn.to/3eYoLdD
Minwax Polyeurathane Spray (Clear Satin): amzn.to/3eZa6Pw
Kreg Screws: amzn.to/3pIR6t3
Peel & Stick Wallpaper: from Home Depot
As a disclaimer, the above links may be affiliate links, so if you make a purchase with the links provided, I may receive a small commission. There's no extra charge to you, but it helps me out!
#furnituredesign #woodworking #diy
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[@UsernamesForDummies]

Those legs are incredible. They make these nightstands what they are…a piece of real design work.

[@GSutton]

"This is a fork." I'm glad you made sure to include that information - Ariel would've been VERY confused otherwise. Now mermaids everywhere can breathe a sigh of relief. 🙏

[@Flusenmonster]

😅🤣😂 you`re cute

[@seiichirou1891]

Time stamp: 3:21

[@alesiaennis6374]

Awesome!!

[@marc44444]

dinglehopper

[@qualcunoacaso6733]

Why mermaids?

[@froufroudeluxe]

Not only are you great at transforming furniture, you are also a great videographer/video editor. The amount of skill here is wild

[@user-ws5mb7it5g]

100% this comment. I'm ASTOUNDED at the all-around amazing talent from start to finish, in all aspects.

[@tanial.williamson8082]

Skill? This guy is a hack! He’s Martha Stewart’s wet dream!

[@racheyrox724]

I just said this on a separate video! I restore furniture too and have recorded them but I just don’t have the patience for editing. I just dumped them all onto a flash drive where I’m sure they will remain forever 😂

[@debbydhill]

Another stunning transformation! At this point, I'm thinking someone should contact you to design furniture. A place that offers one of a kind furniture and you limit the runs. You are so creative.

[@lollygee172]

I was just thinking the same thing. I would like to buy the legs alone!

[@isaacserbin8763]

Making new furniture is not environmentally friendly. Refurbishing used furniture is

[@julianawang2829]

Also vintage furniture quality is so much higher than modern factory pieces.

[@debbydhill]

@@isaacserbin8763 Not the point I was making.

[@debbydhill]

@@julianawang2829 Not at all what I was talking about. I was talking about a small independent store with a woodworker. Stated this in my post, nothing about a factory. Also, not the point I was making.

[@TuanNguyen-kj1rz]

Upon unboxing, I was immediately upset at how the rails were very noticeably bent. But I kept going, all tools needed to assemble were included kzbin.infoUgkxqtX4Dxs6aecAZEuz6GY5-d81YecKCshn and I had it set up in about 30 minutes. Honestly I love this thing, make sure to read the measurements and measure your space so you know if it'll work for you. I bought this to put inside my closet, underneath where I hang my clothes and it is absolutely perfect! It is VERY sturdy and all drawers glide easily and mine are stuffed, and they are still flush when closed.

[@kyfarm]

I Love that you don't have annoying music on your channel. Thank you.

[@edgarribeirodossantos9019]

The legs have set the style to it, plus the color choice very tasteful too! You are an artist before anything 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼👊🏼😜

[@gladyssanchez5928]

Why am I always smiling at the end of your projects? Because...they are amazing. The process and the finish, you young man are a master at refinishing.

[@yaa63]

VERY IMPRESSIVE...specially building the legs!!!! WOW they are absolutely perfect...I would take a lifetime if I had to make them🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣...AND the handles...bravo!!!!

[@zero_bs_tolerance8646]

Very nice work. Great photography and editing, too. No annoying music to distract or detract from the video. I become totally engrossed. Thanks.

[@katielin2379]

Absolutely love the legs and drawer pulls. Spot on styling.

[@pollyg562]

this is a guy that reinvests in himself he has all the gear and when he mentions he got this or that piece from the roadside pickup that's brilliant it brings in another type of viewer great videos close to perfect

[@jeannedorsey8122]

Andy…you always blow it out of the park. So detailed oriented, I could watch you work all day!

[@FrancieleAlvess]

It's funny, because your video has just everything that makes me happy, everything! 🥰

[@nancyanneberg403]

Vanity, vanity,all is vanity. Not when Andy gets ahold of it. Beautifully designed and thoughtfully executed.

[@jeffvenables4845]

Not only are your woodworking skills and creativity off the charts, but your video editing is amazing as well! Enjoyed so much. Beautiful work!!!

[@linatorres5293]

I just love how the legs give the body of the nightstand more depth and shape. The blue paint and dark stain wood completed the puzzle to this project. I love your eye of imagination and creativity. It definitely shows that you plan beforehand and the results are out of this world.

[@ModernMakeovers]

🙏🏻❤️

[@Bzcenci812]

A fantastic metamorphose (for Not saying Transformation as the comment bellow). And the most enviable is how you keep your hands delightfully manicured while making that work.

[@ahooten1955]

Love the legs. You are very talented.

[@brendaowens2466]

Those take me back to the 1950’s when they were really in style.

[@TheJaniebabe]

beautiful, love the legs and the handles

[@Psammead21]

Ok, so this has to be my favourite project of all of yours so far. The production of your videos is absolutely superb and your craftsmanship is second to none. Hats off to you, Andy, once again. 👌👏 So glad I found your channel right at the very beginning. Watching your projects evolve over time has been amazing 🙌 Bright blessings as ever, from me on the Somerset coast 🇬🇧

[@ModernMakeovers]

❤️❤️

[@anita.fineapple9450]

Somehow didn't see the legs coming and they took my breath away. STUNNING.

[@catabee1064]

honestly watching these videos is just incredibly helpful for people (such as myself) that like to take on furniture or home makeovers. I feel like im learning a lot just watching you work and how careful you are to conserve what can be preserved.

[@jeffw8611]

In the US Bondo has a product specifically for wood, I wish it was available here. Spectacular as usual.

[@gracielarabuskehendges8431]

Unbelievable! You make miracles with a table belt sander! Your creations elevated this piece to an object of desire.

[@ExLibris-Alys]

I’m becoming addicted to your videos. The quality of your editing is awesome.

[@rachelpartington4667]

I’m so obsessed with how you did the legs; they look spectacular!

[@joycohen938]

Those legs are a thing of beauty. Beautifully hand crafted!

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

I am always thrilled to see you've posted a video. For such a young man, your pride in your craftsmanship is wonderful to see. It makes me proud for you at the same time. Great job on this transformation. I was sad to see so much painted but the wood grain accents you added really gave them a classic appeal. ❤

[@user-fy2td8di6t]

Вы -музыкант,поэт,художник! Детали поют в Ваших руках!💯💯💯 БРАВО!!!👏👏👏👏👏 ТВОРЧЕСКИХ УСПЕХОВ в реставрации,чего-бы то ни было!😊❤ Очень красиво,опрятно, МАСТЕРСКИ!!!❤

[@theresabrunasso2638]

I'm impressed with your creativity and artistry, and I love that you save scraps of wood and use them in your pieces. I look forward to seeing your future projects.

[@nevillesmith9795]

I am blown away by how this units turned out from what it used to be....your creativeness is beyond comprehension. Well done. The "green/blue" colour is beautiful. Well done👌👌👌👌👌💯🏅

[@MsMollyPorter]

You are a magician! Beautiful. Please make something from the center of the original vanity. PS you are quite the gardener, too.

[@stephengordon8968]

You're house must look like a museum with all those beautiful pieces you produce !

[@davidrabie]

Yea! Give us a house tour!

[@yaja_nowakowski]

These are seriously elegant pieces of well crafted furniture now. Such a great job again, Andy. I can tell you love doing this work, through the thinking you put into it and no doubt an enormous amount of patience. I wonder if this is a kind of meditation for you.

[@jennah6673]

The legs and handles you made are beautiful. They bring the nightstands to a whole new level literally and figuratively.

[@joym944]

It's always amazing. But this time I just wanted to make a point to say so. Also, you are the ONLY place on KZbin that I want to hear/watch every SECOND 😍😍👍👍

[@jenniferbosch7590]

Young artisans such as yourself, make me feel good about the world.

[@sophiachristo7546]

The legs and handles are pieces of art! Amazing color! Awesome nightstands! Thanks so much for sharing

[@shesthebethest]

The videogrpahy, the transitions, the framing the editing AND the transformation of this piece are all amazing!!! Every video is art 👏👏

[@hanna3685]

i love wood working and refurbishing videos but i have to say the way you film these and the “simple” seeming edits are just so beautiful and immersive, it shows me the love not only for the furniture but the process and it keeps me coming back to your videos for more than a year now. it makes me so happy to think that people/you do these great things with their lives and let us all have a peak at it. thank you

[@lucyssilverlining5396]

I really love the fact that you work outside and show bits of nature. Your videos are the best!

[@czroberts3806]

Incredible ~ ! So much new life & attitude, I think they'll just "walk" out of any room they don't like ~

[@BrokeredHeart]

Great end pieces, but I'd love to see you do something like a writing desk with a fold down lid. My great-grandfather's desk is a converted church organ with felt and leather lining, and it's a spectacular piece of furniture I'm excited to have passed on to me one day. These furniture remodel videos are always so soothing to watch, or even just have them on in the background while I work. They may be power tool sounds, but for some reason, the way you film these videos very zen. Love it!

[@lurdesoliveira]

7:32 I really miss the rain!! it wasn't rain for over 5 months, where I live. Great work!!

[@m_paul9286]

sigh,,,, same here in London Ontario

[@ModernMakeovers]

It’s actually been super dry here in Mississauga as well, the rain in this video was a very rare occurrence for these past few months!

[@patsyshafchuk5368]

The whole time you were making the legs I couldn't picture what you intended to do. On the finished nightstands, they look as though they have always been there, and any other design would ruin the perch effect. Simple, clean, elegant, and beautiful. Thank you!

[@prunira]

Второе рождение мебели!Как здорово,что вы используете старые столешницы для новых изделий,ножки и ручки просто великолепны своей самобытностью и древесной текстурой.

[@victorhawkins3461]

Andy -- not only are you talented and skilled at furniture rehab, you -- or someone in your circle -- are a mighty fine filmmaker! Kudos to you, sir!

[@ModernMakeovers]

🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@barbarakornacki8599]

Growing up my parents had heavy, light-colored wood (oak?) nightstands. Years later my mother told me they had been part of a vanity that was taken apart. She didn't say why that was done but I think she did say she regretted doing it. Not sure. Yours, on the other hand was the absolute right thing to do and you did a beautiful job with the nightstands.

[@josephinesultana1334]

The middle piece would make a perfect matching complimentary table.

[@agabenett]

I love your sense of humour... And your tastes. I think your work is looking great, hope you enjoy it as much as we do ! Thank you for the inspiration ideas, bisous

[@nodramamama3438]

I'm astounded at your hand accuracy on that sander. So good 👍

[@emmavik-fredriksson640]

As always-amazing! Love the way you utilise scraps and upcycle. And those legs😍.

[@christinegagnon5983]

Just one thing to say: wow! What a transformation. The handles and legs are so beautiful.

[@1953lili]

Another transformation from the master! As a little girl in the 50s I would watch my dad building with his many hand tools in the basement of our Philly row home. I get that same feeling watching you work with your hands. Love the beautiful wood touches; remind me of Danish modern.

[@lucm70]

Great talent for restoring furniture but also for filming and editing ! 👍

[@m_paul9286]

9:36 Beautiful to see you using the old sock. I love your projects because you recycle, reuse, and repurpose anything and everything

[@cazii9419]

At this point I’m binge watching your videos amazing work

[@user-qy1hy5ub9m]

Была одна бабушка-тумбочка, а получились две красотки! Главное что деревья в лесу сохранили, мастеру респект!

[@Woolooloota]

Wow, those are just STUNNING ! Congratulations on another beautiful restauration !

[@GuitarSlinger26]

The craftsmanship and the videography here is awesome! You need your own show on hgtv! Great job!

[@Kiki-]

The dark stain captures me every time

[@accordionbabe]

Graceful. Lovely. Thoughtfully designed. You are masterful.

[@julie30519]

I love the mid-century modern take on this piece of furniture and the mix of paint and wooden elements are beautiful together. The teal paint is gorgeous and works really well with the wooden pieces. I would buy these bedside tables.

[@dianebelew4394]

Perfect combo. I love MSM furniture!!

[@sarasolomon4812]

Wow. Those are gorgeous. I particularly love the legs, and how they go up a little on the sides. Beautiful.

[@BunnyLang]

I love your creative segments, the magazine in the frame and the paste, the flower and the sandpaper looking like a butterfly, so cool.

[@margaretstock474]

Every time I watch one of your videos my jaw just drops. Like I can't even- WOW you are so talented

[@Flecha57]

All I can say is WOW! Stunning. 👏👏👏👏 I really admire you skill in designing and then building the legs and drawer handles. A 5 degree angle is simply beautiful. Not only your wood skills are phenomenal, but also you video skills. Taking the moment to highlight some of your exteriors is really a balm for the soul... 🌹🌹 It must be a nice place to work. Peace and quiet. You are really a true artist. Keep those videos rolling! PD: You have a beautiful voice. 🥰🥰

[@jcsrst]

I Love them! So nice to see worn out old furniture get a second life!

[@leewood729]

I laughed when a giant putty knife appeared to squish woodfiller all over a lovely room full of furniture - funny juxtaposition. Good job on the night stands, too...

[@rzpotts4]

What a masterpiece 😍.

[@kathyl5610]

I jump as soon as I see you have a new video! You are such a master craftsman, you are amazing! I love watching your videos, you take something that most people would trash and you make it beautiful and one of a kind. Thanks so much for sharing your vision and your talent with all of us. Take care, stay safe.

[@Mandy7D7]

The legs are everything. 😍 Thank you for sharing such a stunning creation.

[@jodidavis6595]

I hope that for all your creativity and time you put into these new creations you’re paid handsomely for this beautiful wrk. I’ve loved every piece you’ve done. 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Stas_Vas]

Прекрасно, когда у старых вещей появляется вторая жизнь. Новая в буквальном смысле. Да ещё и такая красивая))

[@jenniferbarney7952]

Wow! I couldn't see your vision at first, but those are beautiful! I love the legs you built on them, they stand out. Good job!!!

[@KhiavDim]

Love it. I learn so much from your videos!

[@CFinch360]

Who watches the enter Squarespace ad, even though you don't need a website, just to listen to Andy's voice?

[@Jenjenilou]

The sock method to put the stain on. Genius! I will definitely be using that in future!

[@micheydevita183]

Love your philosophy and presentation. I feel I’m watching an artist work. Such respect for reuse. Even toe socks. 😊

[@stevesoldwedel]

I love these. The legs and handled make them, and the wood stain complements the green nicely.

[@m_paul9286]

Oh WOW!! You are the true magician, those night tables are insanely gorgeous 10/10

[@suzanneh4275]

The end product is stunning! Beautifully done.

[@heatherferguson265]

Perfect! What a craftsman you are. Thank you for sharing.

[@thecasualhiker3566]

Jeez these are stunning. The legs, wow, so creative.

[@debk9889]

Wow, simply beautiful! The wood legs and handles cut and sanded to perfection are exquisite. The teal I was unsure about at 1st, I love teal btw, but with the wood accents really stands out as a special piece of furniture. I would decorate a room around these stands, love them!

[@chantelnovelle7134]

So very professional. Love the hand-made oak handles and legs Andy!!

[@kadelu1137]

Would love to see the middle bit turn into an entryway table :) lovely video and transformation

[@rockshot100]

Beautiful proportions, the legs are like a dream, I have never seen legs like those. Was it as hard as it looks to get all 8 to match? Guess you didn't have enough of that oak tabletop to do these top? Looks like maybe it would have been too thick anyway. Like how you matched the sheen of the wood with the paint as well. ❤❤❤

[@1953lili]

That’s what amazed me, the perfect symmetry; all eight legs matching! Dynamite!

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 69 yr old grandma in Texas, USA. 🐼 ❤ 🎀 👍 🧚‍♂ 🐈 🧚 🍀

[@davidsprague6385]

One only wonders what this craftsman might be able to accomplish with a full woodshopp. The ability to make such masterpieces from minimal equipment, just shows what dedication and commitment this artist has. Makes you wonder what the earliest wood worker's might have accomplished if they had such as power this and power that, such as CNC and lasers.

[@nakiahall4201]

Chef's Kiss, Andy!

[@pattyliedel6485]

The legs and pulls! Really artful. It’s impressive that you imagined it from where it was to what you created.

[@dianheart2243]

It's lovely to see you use parts from older objects, creating a sort of Frankenstein-esque approach to restoring furnature.

[@pammclennan1642]

A-mazing! My one-word descrip of your work. As a man of few words I thought you might appreciate a succinct comment.

[@mariaangelesbadenes8752]

Felicidades muy bien. As hecho 4 proyectos majestuosos 1 as rescatado una joya de la basura 2 as disfrutado haciendolo 3 nos as regalado un tutorial muy bueno. 4..y e disfrutado viendolo. Muchas gracias y bendicipnes para ti. Te lo dice una forofa de la restauracion..

[@oreobenavidez953]

Wow what an amazing talent you have I also like the editing right on point just you and your tools no annoying music

[@makaylaclements8323]

I am just in awe of both your woodworking skills and your videography skills. Truly amazing!

[@rudybriskar5267]

Those legs and those pulls are absolutely gorgeous!