Before After

Yesterday I showed you the “before” condition of this poor little table, which was used outside by its previous owner and left to rot and weather. Today I’m showing you how to paint faux marble to use as a replacement table top for any project you have in the works. This is a very easy technique that takes hardly any time or money to do. Round wooden top or decorators table Black paint White paint Sealer Regular paint brush Sea sponge Small feather 1.

Nothing gives me motivation to spruce up the house like sending out invitations! In preparation for a small birthday party with a few girlfriends, I’ve nearly turned this house upside down. I rearranged the furniture in both living spaces, swapped out a coffee table and some pillows, and got new lamps. Thanks to the Cure, there is also new greenery.

Katherine sent us in photos and floorplans of the update of her West Loop loft. This is a hardworking condo — it is home to a (new) family of three and during the day also accommodates two employees as a live/work space…..and the After!Here is Katherine’s info on the update: We had to overcome a dated warehouse conversion of a beautiful masonry and timber loft building. Views were compromised by the fireplace and tv alcove dividing the kitchen and living area.

Name: Gene, Heidi and Baby WyethLocation: Downtown — Brooklyn, New YorkSize: 1,285 square feetYears Lived In: 2½ years Gene recently shared his home through a House Call Gene’s Graphics & Color: Geometric Art Collection — and I couldn’t wait to share more! A perfect kick-off to our Art, Craft & Collection month, this Brooklyn family’s loft is oozing with exciting art and Gene shared one of the most extensive resource lists (including all the art!

This small space features a music room, guest bed, as well as an arts and crafts corner. Wow!

This apartment dweller gave his space the first-class treatment.

Every single one of these says, "come on in!"

Looking to cook up some style in your own home? Get inspired by our favorite kitchen redos of the year.

You'll want to rainbow everything once you see this transformation.

A couple Benjamins and a little elbow grease make for one stylish bathroom redo.

Those dollars go a long way in this kitchen transformation.

The only thing missing from this adorable closet redo is a daiquiri.

So bright! So open! So ORGANIZED.

This will be the bedroom that convinces you to paint your walls mustard yellow (seriously).

The tile in this bathroom will give you serious heart-eyes.

Looking at this living room just makes us want to curl up with a good book.

Deep navy paint is MOODY—in a good way.

Bring on the color!

The total budget for the renovation was a lot less than you might think, too.

We'd say those 30 hours (!) of hand-painting really paid off.

Last year Danielle picked up a vintage settee for $50 and, with her mom as co-pilot, wanted to take it on as her first foray into upholstery. She was conflicted about the fabric to use: something modern and bold or something more traditional? Readers chimed in, many urging her to have it professionally recovered instead of trying it herself and the majority of readers advised going with a classic print and color for the fabric. Did she take either piece of advice?… No and yes!

Sponge painting, but make it FASHION.

This little fairytale house will make you want to be a kid again.

You won't even believe it's the same kitchen.

This bright, welcoming redo is fireplace goals.

Ok, yes, strong claim—but wait until you see it.

Bye, dirty carpet and crumbly ceiling tiles. Hi, dream destination.

You can barely tell it's the same space!

The new bedroom and bathroom are a little fresh, a little funky, a lot stylish.

It's a lot of bang for less than a Benjamin.

Let these bold changes inspire you.

Jeff Goldblum would go wild for these adorable little made-over nightstands.

Neutral colors and minimalist style? We're relaxed just LOOKING at this bedroom refresh.

So quick! So cheap! So EASY!

See if you can spot all the tiny swaps that make this kitchen look brand new.

These will knock your socks off, despite the teeniest tiniest price tags imaginable.

A wall full of built-in bookshelves is a bookworm's dream! Bit Karie Frost didn't love about it: the white paint job, which—while nice enough—made the wear-and-tear of the decades-old wood more obvious.

Let this DIY built-in bar get you in the renovating spirit.

*Blink blink blink.* Yes, it's the same dining room!

You'll barely recognize the befores.

Hello, 1995? We're here to give your beige tile back.

This family got the best of both worlds: a fresh new bathroom with a classic old-school look.

This guest bedroom has tons of charm (and your new favorite IKEA hack).

One great way to get the look, without the high price tag.

This is proof that you can make a serious transformation on a tiny budget.

Some clever DIYing turned this bathroom into a space you won't even recognize.

Lime green: great for slime, not always so great for cabinets.

It's the stuff of Scandi-modern dreams.

We see a lot of kitchen makeovers, and these are our editors' favorites of the year... so far!

These planters only look $$$.

Tired: Scuffed wood veneer. Wired: This geometric makeover.

A few high-impact, low-cost swaps totally transform this builder-basic bathroom.

Old cabinets and wall-to-wall carpet in much of the rooms, the interiors were pretty outdated before the renovation.

It's like night and day... or day and night.

Brick veneer plus DIY art makes for one fresh hangout space.

Talk about a budget upgrade!

As this homeowner says, "paint, elbow grease, and lack of fear are my secret weapons!"

One UK couple DIYed the meh away, and might make you want to paint your tub orange.

From toe kicks to pendant lights, this kitchen's a total DIY job with seriously impressive results—all under $5k!