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Beneath My Heart

My Thrifty Under $50 Desk Makeover

DIY projects· furniture makeovers

13 Apr

Hey friends!  Today I am participating in a fun blog hop called Thrifty Under $50 hosted by my friend Beth from Homes Stories A to Z!

If you are visiting from the talented, Lauren from Bless’er House, WELCOME!  Everything she does is beautiful right?!!  Can’t wait to see her again at Haven this year in August! :)

 

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For my Thrifty Under $50 challenge, I decided to show you the makeover I did on this desk I found at the Habitat Store!!

Now, when I bought it, it didn’t look sanded down like the picture below. :)  I forgot to snap a picture before I started sanding…oops!

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But the desk had good bones and was ONLY TWO DOLLARS!!!  YES!  Only $2.00!!  I knew that with a little TLC, this desk would be perfect for a little office space that I need to create in my master bedroom. 

If you have followed my blog for a while, you know that I created an office in one of our small bedrooms.  The craft closet in that room is one of my most pinned projects on my blog.  But after my son’s Blind Audition on The Voice, he desperately needed a space in the house to become his “music studio.”  So I reluctantly gave him my office and decided to create a work space in my master bedroom.

With just a little bit of paint, I transformed my $2.00 desk into a bright cheery workspace!

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Isn’t it fun?  I brought some of my accessories from my previous office, and created a great spot for me to work on my computer and other tasks.

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To make my old desk look brand new, I used these products…

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The oil based painted gives my desk surface a smooth, durable finish and is easy to apply with a small foam roller.  I applied two coats on my desk, letting it cure over night in between coats.  I used the spray paint for my drawer pulls.

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I told my four boys that this space is OFF LIMITS!  :)  They always seemed to make big messes in my previous office, so having this little space in my master bedroom all to myself is super wonderful.  

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I love to grab fresh tulips from Kroger’s whenever I go and get groceries.  Tulips make me happy. :)

The metal tray below is from IKEA.

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For the handles on my desk, I removed them with a screw driver and spray painted them with oil rubbed bronze seen above.

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 I love the pull out board on the right side of my desk that creates more work space for me.
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You can see some of the “old school charm” of this desk right below the pencil in this picture…

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I could have sanded those nicks and and scraps smooth, but I love seeing them!  It adds character!

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I found this cute little coffee cup at Marshall’s and use it when I am working here to remind me to DREAM BIG about my blog, about my kiddos, and about life in general!

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This little “It is well with my soul” sign is a new addition from Hobby Lobby.  It’s one of my all time favorite hymns and a great reminder of what is most important in my life. 

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So what do you think?!  Not bad for just two bucks, right?

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Next stop on the Thrifty Under $50 blog hop is Liz from Love Grows Wild!  You are going to LOVE her project!  

Here are the rest of the amazing Thrifty Under $50 makeovers:

Monday

Home Stories A to Z
Design Dining Diapers
Finding Silver Pennies
Anderson + Grant

Tuesday

French Country Cottage
Refresh Restyle
Just a Girl
Finding Home Farms

Wednesday

Bless’er House
Beneath My Heart
Love Grows Wild
Ella Claire

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Comments

  1. Marcia says

    April 13, 2016 at 7:50 am

    Traci, the desk became beautiful and it fitted perfectly in yr space! Tks for sharing! kisses ML

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:56 am

      Thank you, Marcia!

      Reply
  2. Barbara H. says

    April 13, 2016 at 8:12 am

    This is fantastic, Traci! Love it. Two bucks and great style – who could ask for more.

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:55 am

      Thanks, Barbara!

      Reply
  3. Ann says

    April 13, 2016 at 9:08 am

    You did a great job. I’m stunned at the $2.00 price tag.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:55 am

      I was too, Ann! Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Susan says

    April 13, 2016 at 9:41 am

    Wow what a transformation! The cost is unbelievable. You never know what a little elbow grease can do. Love your desk set-up.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:55 am

      Thank you, Susan!

      Reply
  5. Dorothy says

    April 13, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Love it! It would make me want to sit there and get some work done.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:54 am

      Thank you, Dorothy!

      Reply
  6. Cyndi Spivey says

    April 13, 2016 at 9:59 am

    I need a desk like this for my new office. Can I buy that from you???

    Or would you help your sister out and find one for me and then transform it??? :-)

    Reply
  7. jean says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:17 am

    nice looking office space! you do good work.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:51 am

      Thank you, Jean!

      Reply
  8. Bobbi says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:22 am

    The desk looks great, your office corner is very cute! What happen to the office space you were renting, did you finish it?

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:51 am

      The owner of the building was having constant leaking issues in the roof, and we were not able to finish it. :(

      Reply
  9. Laura says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Wow! That is quite the transformation – I love it and it is perfect in that spot!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:50 am

      Thanks, sweet Laura! xoxo

      Reply
  10. Cheryl says

    April 13, 2016 at 10:53 am

    You totally rocked the thrifty under $50! I need to go shopping with you. $2.00 desk… That’s a great score and love the way you put your stamp on it.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:50 am

      Thank you,Cheryl!

      Reply
  11. Beth Hunter says

    April 13, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Wow! You can’t beat the price!! It looks beautiful Traci! Thanks for joining in the Thrifty Under $50 hop!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:49 am

      Thanks, Beth! xoxo

      Reply
  12. Jonita says

    April 13, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    I love the desk, my husband said it was is a Anderson, a sable series.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:49 am

      interesting! thanks for the info!

      Reply
  13. Debbie Prater says

    April 13, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    Very nice Tracie. Love it! Great job!

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:49 am

      Thank you, Debbie!

      Reply
  14. Sue Krznaric says

    April 13, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Love the transformation. And love it more that you used it to create a space just for you. We all need that in our lives!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:48 am

      Amen! Thank you,Sue!

      Reply
  15. Julie Blanner says

    April 13, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    Gorgeous transformation! I absolutely love your desk set up!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:48 am

      Thank you, Julie!

      Reply
  16. Deb says

    April 13, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    Traci, what a great job. I love the lines of the desk. What a cheerful place to catch up on work.

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:47 am

      Thank you, Deb!

      Reply
  17. Amy says

    April 14, 2016 at 6:06 am

    WOW! You’ve made a quite impressive job! And a desk for $2??WOW!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:46 am

      Thank you, Amy! I know…$2.00! I couldn’t believe it! :)

      Reply
  18. Danielle says

    April 14, 2016 at 9:44 am

    Wow! It doesn’t look the same desk. Beautiful!

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:45 am

      Thank you, Danielle!

      Reply
  19. Diane says

    April 14, 2016 at 10:50 am

    This turned out so amazing I immediately started thinking about where I could put one in my small house. I haven’t figured anything out yet but just wanted to tell you how much I love it. Keep the ideas coming! I know I don’t comment often but I do read your posts and wanted to affirm that you are awesome and that I love you blog and ideas! Have a great day! Blessings!

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:42 am

      Aw, thanks, Diane! Thank you for letting me share my projects with you! xoxo

      Reply
  20. Mindy says

    April 14, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    I love projects like this! We have a chair we scored for $2.50 on half price furniture day at Goodwill that we have almost finished. Hope it turns out as well as yours : )

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:42 am

      I am sure it will! :) I was so surprised they were only asking $2 for this desk. I KNEW that it was worth that! :)

      Reply
  21. Jamie | anderson + grant says

    April 14, 2016 at 6:16 pm

    I love everything about this space, including your desk. It sure doesn’t look like something that cost $2 anymore! I’m really crushing on your chalkboard and coaster under your mug, too!

    Reply
    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:41 am

      Hi Jamie! Thank you so much! I am really enjoying this new space! :)

      Reply
  22. Darla says

    April 14, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    First of all, you are an amazing mom to give up your office. It was so cute! Second, the desk is amazing. I love how it turned out. I’ve followed you for years and appreciate the inspiration you give in both decorating and life.

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Aw, Thank you, Darla! It wasn’t easy giving up my office. It kind of stays a mess now. ugh. But hey! Jonathan won’t be with us many more years, right? So I need to cherish these moments. Thanks for your encouraging words! xoxo Traci

      Reply
  23. Erin says

    April 15, 2016 at 12:59 am

    Traci, I love your little corner! The desk looks fantastic! I’m inspired! 😊

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Thank you, Erin!

      Reply
  24. Jessica says

    April 15, 2016 at 8:42 am

    This is absolutely beautiful! I want to come work at your desk… looks so pretty and cheerful!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Thank you, sweet Jessica! xoxo

      Reply
  25. Beth Moore says

    April 15, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    It’s perfect, and even sweeter to know the story behind your $2 investment. And now my question of the past few weeks of how to store my oils is answered, good thing I have several type boxes stashed away!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:34 am

      Yay! :) Love you!

      Reply
  26. Ashlea says

    April 16, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    What a find, and for only $2! I love the whole set up of your office nook- just beautiful!

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    • traci says

      April 19, 2016 at 7:23 am

      Thank you so much, Ashlea!

      Reply
  27. Courtney Armstrong says

    April 19, 2016 at 4:11 am

    Good idea. I bought a similar desk a week ago from IKEA. The price was about 3 times higher. I had to pay separately for handyman to reassemble it.

    Reply
  28. Tia Welch says

    April 21, 2016 at 7:14 am

    Wow very nice idea. I like it. Now I have to buy “old desk” :)

    Reply
  29. Seanna says

    May 3, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    This space is beautiful! Well done!

    Reply
  30. Marilyn C says

    May 22, 2016 at 7:32 pm

    Tracy – I just repainted a desk and haven’t been happy with the outcome I tried using some leftover latex trim paint on the top of the desk and everything seems to want to stick to the top of it and the edges keep wearing off. I think I am going to try the enamel paint and see what happens. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to share.

    Thanks!
    Marilyn C.

    Reply
  31. Edward Winston says

    October 3, 2016 at 1:34 pm

    The desk looks beautiful Traci! Just need to pay under $50 and now you have a gorgeous office desk. I absolutely love it. I have following you for a long time and you can’t stop make me feel amazing with your work. Thanks for sharing Traci and keep it up!

    Reply
  32. Janelle says

    February 20, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    Beautiful! :) Did you sand the desk before painting??

    Reply
    • traci says

      February 21, 2017 at 9:33 am

      Yes, mam!

      Reply
  33. Anna says

    February 22, 2017 at 8:58 pm

    I like this, great style
    Thanks.!!

    Reply

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