Using thrift store finds to create a bargain dining room makeover.
THE BEFORE…
A dining room table with children’s eager hungry faces around it ceases to be a mere dining room table and becomes an alter. – Sermon Sunday
One of the things we loved about our home is the location. You’ve heard it…
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
It was dated, but that’s why we were able to afford it in the first place. We knew that we would have some work to do.
So far we have done a hallway project. Since the hallway flooring connects with the dining room, we headed there next.
DINING ROOM REMODEL PHASE ONE 
*Affiliate links are used and we can earn from qualifying purchases. You can read our Disclosure Policy here.
How did we make it Salvage Style?
- Wagon chandelier was changed to a Craigslist find
- Dining room set from Goodwill $79!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (It even has a leaf-not pictured.)
- The cabinet was a Kmart find many years ago. We just changed the hardware.
- The cake stands were Goodwill/Thrift Store finds
- The mirror was from a friend who no longer wanted it
- The crock was an Estate Sale score!
- The wrought iron was removed.
Even though we did purchase some flooring (from the wholesaler) and the molding – which we put in ourselves, we found everything else either used or we already had it.
We also –
- Painted the window trim instead of new trim.
- Didn’t paint all the walls (We kept the one tan wall as-is for some contrast and save $.)
MAKEOVER PHASE TWO
Any decorator will tell you that changes are always being made. One leftover curtain panel was added to the side of the window. Wanna know how I hung it? Nails and covered those up with leftover ribbons. Yep, it’s crazy town here!
A gallery wall was done and you can see that craziness here…including gluing a fork to a piece of wood.
On a quick trip into our local ReStore, the chandelier of dreams was there for $35. Now the other one will be sold.
BTW – The faux Ficus got a haircut. You can see the updated version HERE.
Stay tuned for more updates. Currently, we are working on a new window and trim for this room.
UPDATE: Finally, here is a more current look for this room:
MORE BUDGET HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Here are a few more home projects we have done:
Thanks for stopping by today. Our goal is to help make the most with whatever you have by sharing budget-friendly, time-saving, and reusing/DIY ideas for all parts of your home. If you enjoyed this post, we would appreciate a share on any social media: Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Plus, don’t forget to follow us as we share even more ideas on each account.
You did a great job! I live reading the details if where everything came from.
The Pink Tumbleweed recently posted…$106 Kitchen Transformation
The Pick Tumbleweed, Thank you so much!
Love it alot!!!! Great job
Kirstin recently posted…SRC Reveal: Annies Cornish Pasties
Thank you Kirstin! Sometime you will have to come see it in person! 🙂
I love it! I can’t believe you got that table for less than 80 bucks!
Lauren recently posted…Huggies Snug & Dry Diapers and Creative Uses for Natural Care Wipes #mc #sponsored
Lauren, Right? That table was a steal! Thanks for stopping by!
LOVE the flooring!! Makes me want to tackle mine… 😉
Melissa Kaylene recently posted…5 Fun Holiday Card Photo Ideas
Melissa,
We are in LOVE with the flooring too. It sure makes a difference. Thanks so much for stopping by.
What a great job! I love what you did!
We just looked at condos with my mom and she was so unimpressed with some of the places but really- you can do so much to make a place look gorgeous without spending tons of money. It just doesn’t HAVE to be a $10k project. Love seeing inspired people do it on a budget.
Danielle Pientka recently posted…Cake Pops!
Thank you Danielle. We are all about making the best with whatever budget you have. Hope your condo search goes well!
Looks great! I LOVE a great makeover that doesn’t cost a ton of money!! I’m your newest blog lovin’ follower!! Can’t wait to check out some of your other rooms!!
Cheryl @ The Creative Me and My McG recently posted…Adding Some Small Fall Touches
Cheryl, Thanks so much for stopping by!!! So glad to find a thrifty friend 🙂
I don’t know how on earth I missed this post! I LOVE what you’ve done with the space – it is so welcoming, open and charming. This is just further proof that you don’t need a big budget to have a beautiful home!
Awww thanks Jen!!!! Maybe one day you will be on this side of the US and can come over for lunch 🙂
Great job!
Pat, YOU ARE THE SWEETEST!!!
Deborah, I love your sweet dining room and the great things you found a such a budget. I miss you girl. Can we all have a Snap reunion with some uplifting speakers too….lol. xo Lisa
Lisa recently posted…Summer Mantel
Lisa, I couldn’t agree more! SNAP REUNION would be awesome!
Beautiful! I especially love the black chairs!
Jeannee
Jeannee, I was so excited to find this set at Goodwill. It was a gift from God I tell ya. Thanks for stopping by! You are the best!