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Thursday, July 30, 2015

D. Lawless Hardware featured in This Old House Magazine!!

We are very pleased to show you the spread from the August edition of This Old House Magazine that features three knobs from us alongside big dogs like World Market! They featured two D. Lawless brand glass knobs and an older style from Liberty Hardware that we carry. I linked to the stuff from us right here below. By the way, compare prices on this stuff. Our knobs DESTROY the competition in the price category and look just as beautiful or better!

Ice Blue Milk Glass Knob

Milk Blue Antique Style Glass Knob

Liberty Hardware Designer Glass Knob


D. Lawless Hardware featured in This Old House Magazine!!

We are very pleased to show you the spread from the August edition of This Old House Magazine that features three knobs from us alongside big dogs like World Market! They featured two D. Lawless brand glass knobs and an older style from Liberty Hardware that we carry. I linked to the stuff from us right here below. By the way, compare prices on this stuff. Our knobs DESTROY the competition in the price category and look just as beautiful or better!

Ice Blue Milk Glass Knob

Milk Blue Antique Style Glass Knob

Liberty Hardware Designer Glass Knob


Tuesday, July 28, 2015

1970's Blonde Dresser Makeover by a Local Talent

This nice before and after was done by a local talent from the Peoria area. Since I moved to Peoria I've been looking to work with creative people in the area and I'm happy for this to be the first post in that vein.

We provided the hardware and local hobbyist Gary did the rest. The result is beautiful! Gary has a small website, The Furniture Refurbisher, where you can contact him for reviving your old furniture if you are in the Peoria or Bartonville, IL area.

Before photos...

1970's Blonde Dress Before One

1970s Blonde Dresser Restore Before

And the worst part! The old hardware that needed replaced...

Replacing old cabinet hardware

And the finished product with new satin nickel knobs and  5" satin nickel pulls!

1970s Blonder Dress with Satin Nickel Hardware

1970s dresser makeover finished product

blonde dresser makeover with satin nickel hardware



1970's Blonde Dresser Makeover by a Local Talent

This nice before and after was done by a local talent from the Peoria area. Since I moved to Peoria I've been looking to work with creative people in the area and I'm happy for this to be the first post in that vein.

We provided the hardware and local hobbyist Gary did the rest. The result is beautiful! Gary has a small website, The Furniture Refurbisher, where you can contact him for reviving your old furniture if you are in the Peoria or Bartonville, IL area.

Before photos...

1970's Blonde Dress Before One

1970s Blonde Dresser Restore Before

And the worst part! The old hardware that needed replaced...

Replacing old cabinet hardware

And the finished product with new satin nickel knobs and  5" satin nickel pulls!

1970s Blonder Dress with Satin Nickel Hardware

1970s dresser makeover finished product

blonde dresser makeover with satin nickel hardware



Monday, July 27, 2015

End of July Coupon!! 20% off orders over $100!

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From now til the end of the month you can use coupon code "20percent" during checkout to receive...you guessed it, 20% off of all orders over $100!


I know! It's hard to reach $100 with our low prices, but you can do it!

End of July Coupon!! 20% off orders over $100!

Twenty, 20, Percent, Statistic, Money, Sign, Symbol

From now til the end of the month you can use coupon code "20percent" during checkout to receive...you guessed it, 20% off of all orders over $100!


I know! It's hard to reach $100 with our low prices, but you can do it!

Sunday, July 26, 2015

Update a Light Fixture with Spray Paint

One of the things I love to do the most is update old light fixtures. It is so fun to clean it up and give it a pop of color! This particular light fixture was brass with plain glass, and I purchased it at my local Habitat for Humanity ReStore for $5.

Update a Light Fixture


Before I could update the light fixture with spray paint, I needed to take it apart and clean it. I washed the parts thoroughly with soap and water, then let them air dry.

I sprayed a coat of primer on each piece. I like to use red oxide primer for rusty metal because I find that the spray paint sticks to it better!

Update a Light Fixture- Take it Apart


I chose a spray paint in pink and applied two coats to each piece.

Update a Light Fixture - Paint Pieces


I used a vinyl stencil with dots to apply to each piece of glass. The stencils were applied to the inside of the glass because the outside was beveled. I used frosted spray paint over the stencils on each piece of glass then removed the stencils when the glass was dry.

Update a Light Fixture - Paint Panels


I put the fixture back together and added a brand new socket and cord plus brand new LED bulbs.


Update a Light Fixture - Finished Product


This updated light fixture will look great in a funky home office or a little girl’s room! It is amazing what a can of spray paint can do, and it is a very inexpensive project!

Update a Light Fixture with Spray Paint

One of the things I love to do the most is update old light fixtures. It is so fun to clean it up and give it a pop of color! This particular light fixture was brass with plain glass, and I purchased it at my local Habitat for Humanity ReStore for $5.

Update a Light Fixture


Before I could update the light fixture with spray paint, I needed to take it apart and clean it. I washed the parts thoroughly with soap and water, then let them air dry.

I sprayed a coat of primer on each piece. I like to use red oxide primer for rusty metal because I find that the spray paint sticks to it better!

Update a Light Fixture- Take it Apart


I chose a spray paint in pink and applied two coats to each piece.

Update a Light Fixture - Paint Pieces


I used a vinyl stencil with dots to apply to each piece of glass. The stencils were applied to the inside of the glass because the outside was beveled. I used frosted spray paint over the stencils on each piece of glass then removed the stencils when the glass was dry.

Update a Light Fixture - Paint Panels


I put the fixture back together and added a brand new socket and cord plus brand new LED bulbs.


Update a Light Fixture - Finished Product


This updated light fixture will look great in a funky home office or a little girl’s room! It is amazing what a can of spray paint can do, and it is a very inexpensive project!

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Giveaway at My Repurposed Life!

We are giving away two $50 gift cards to our website on My Repurposed Life! Gail has used our hardware on a lot of different projects and I've included pictures from a couple of them below.


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Giveaway at My Repurposed Life!

We are giving away two $50 gift cards to our website on My Repurposed Life! Gail has used our hardware on a lot of different projects and I've included pictures from a couple of them below.


             my-repurposed-life-white-washed-coatrack




                                    glass-knobs-d-lawless-hardware



Monday, July 20, 2015

DIY Plans to Build a Round Top Side Table


This table is really, really easy to construct… With a round top and open frame legs, this table will look great in any room with any style! Four leg assemblies are created which are attached to a 2x2 hidden in the center. A round pre-made tabletop (available at most major home improvement retailers) is secured to the top of the legs creating a super-simple table!



Materials:
·         1-1/4” wood screws
·         1-1/2” wood screws
·         Wood glue
·         Sandpaper (100, 150, 220 grits)
·         Finishing supplies (primer & paint, or stain, sealer)
Lumber:
·         3 - 1x2 at 8’
·         1 - 2x2 at 2’
·         18” round table top
Cut List:
·         8 – 1x2 at 23-1/4” – Leg Framing
·         12 – 1x2 at 5-3/4” – Leg Framing
·         1 – 2x2 at 23-1/4” – Center Leg

DIY Round Table Overall Dimensions


Step One
Cut the pieces for the leg framing. Four assemblies will be created. Mark the position for the horizontal pieces on the vertical (longer) pieces and pre-drill the holes for the screws. The horizontal pieces are secured to the vertical pieces using glue and countersunk 1-1/2” screws.

DIY Round Table Side View


Step Two
Once all of the leg assemblies are created, they will be attached to the 2x2 to create the table base. Secure two sets of the leg assemblies opposite each other to the 2x2 using glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws.

DIY Round Table


Step Three
Secure the remaining leg assemblies to the 2x2 opposite each other using glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws.

Round Table DIY Screw Positions


Step Four
Secure the top to the base using glue and countersunk 1-1/2” screws. The top will overhang the sides of the leg assemblies by 1”.


DIY Table - Secure the Top


Finish as desired.

DIY Plans to Build a Round Top Side Table


This table is really, really easy to construct… With a round top and open frame legs, this table will look great in any room with any style! Four leg assemblies are created which are attached to a 2x2 hidden in the center. A round pre-made tabletop (available at most major home improvement retailers) is secured to the top of the legs creating a super-simple table!



Materials:
·         1-1/4” wood screws
·         1-1/2” wood screws
·         Wood glue
·         Sandpaper (100, 150, 220 grits)
·         Finishing supplies (primer & paint, or stain, sealer)
Lumber:
·         3 - 1x2 at 8’
·         1 - 2x2 at 2’
·         18” round table top
Cut List:
·         8 – 1x2 at 23-1/4” – Leg Framing
·         12 – 1x2 at 5-3/4” – Leg Framing
·         1 – 2x2 at 23-1/4” – Center Leg

DIY Round Table Overall Dimensions


Step One
Cut the pieces for the leg framing. Four assemblies will be created. Mark the position for the horizontal pieces on the vertical (longer) pieces and pre-drill the holes for the screws. The horizontal pieces are secured to the vertical pieces using glue and countersunk 1-1/2” screws.

DIY Round Table Side View


Step Two
Once all of the leg assemblies are created, they will be attached to the 2x2 to create the table base. Secure two sets of the leg assemblies opposite each other to the 2x2 using glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws.

DIY Round Table


Step Three
Secure the remaining leg assemblies to the 2x2 opposite each other using glue and countersunk 1-1/4” screws.

Round Table DIY Screw Positions


Step Four
Secure the top to the base using glue and countersunk 1-1/2” screws. The top will overhang the sides of the leg assemblies by 1”.


DIY Table - Secure the Top


Finish as desired.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Clockwork Interiors

We were recently featured in a couple of blog articles from a customer of our's, Clockwork Interiors. So I thought I'd just post up a couple pictures and link to these really nice projects and the products they use. You can click the images to go through to the article.

First is this nice little trash to treasure grill cart that uses one of our stainless steel bar pulls!


And next is a neat idea for using old windows for frames or inside decor and it uses our brass label holders.



Clockwork Interiors

We were recently featured in a couple of blog articles from a customer of our's, Clockwork Interiors. So I thought I'd just post up a couple pictures and link to these really nice projects and the products they use. You can click the images to go through to the article.

First is this nice little trash to treasure grill cart that uses one of our stainless steel bar pulls!


And next is a neat idea for using old windows for frames or inside decor and it uses our brass label holders.



Monday, July 13, 2015

How to Spray Paint Cabinet Hardware

Finding the right hardware for a project is hard enough, but what if you are looking at a fabulous drawer handle that does not come in the finish you want? Spray paint it! Yes, applying spray paint to hardware is easier than you think and I have a few tips for you!

How to Spray Paint Hardware Image



Start by cleaning the hardware with a bit of vinegar, then rinse with water and air dry. The vinegar will help remove any oils from hands (and cooking!) and does not harm the finish of the hardware. The pulls used in this project can be found here.

Clean Hardware with Vinegar


Use a really good spray primer. I like to use red oxide primer for rusty metal. To me, this primer helps the paint “bite” into the metal a bit better than the regular grey primer.

Spray Paint Cabinet Hardware - Use a Primer


Use a quality spray paint and read the directions! Some spray paints will allow a second coat to be reapplied within 10 minutes. Always apply a second coat according to the time frame on the back of the spray paint can. This way, the dreaded wrinkling can be avoided!

Let the paint thoroughly dry and cure. I am notorious for getting in a hurry and then end up gouging the paint or messing it up somehow!

Spray Painted Hardware - Final Result


That’s it! Changing the color of hardware with a bit of spray paint opens up a whole lot of possibilities! I like bright colors and this is a great way for me to add a bit of color to an otherwise plain project!