Junk Beautiful

In today's home decor, matched furniture is out and individuality is king. Refurbished vintage pieces make a statement, add a little flair, and tell a story that just can't be conveyed with store-bought items. Whether these pieces are coming from a flea market, vintage fair, attic, or thrift shop, transforming them into one-of-a-kind home accents takes only a little DIY creativity and attitude. In Junk Beautiful: Furniture ReFreshed, author and "Queen of Junk" Sue Whitney provides inspiration for reimagining and refashioning vintage pieces into truly unique furniture and accessories.

The 30 projects presented here include clear, concise step-by-step instruction and photographs so that even novices can embrace the originality that mas made "rustoration" one of the hottest trends in the home-dec market. Requiring little to no skill to create and capable of being completed in a weekend or less, the projects are arranged based on where they will appear in the home--from the kitchen and dining room to the bathroom, living room, bedroom, and every room in between. An introductory section on techniques, tools, and supplies lays the groundwork for the woodworking, painting, staining, and crafting that will transform these items into the focal points they deserve to be. A shopper's guide presents tips and advice for selecting and collecting items to incorporate into your home.