Old Farmhouse Remodeled With Inexpensive Design Ideas

Cost-saving ideas and old-fashioned design has brought a 125-year-old farmhouse to life.

Old porch railing pieces are used to section off the living and dining spaces.

Leaded glass windows were used to construct a see-through coffee table.

A corner sink unit in the distressed vanity cabinet helps to maximize the space in the tiny powder room.

They removed a wall between the parlor and dining area because of the abundance of natural light in the small space. Now, the large room is light, bright and airy.
Instead of replacing the worn floor with carpet, they installed lower-grade lumber for an old-fashioned look. The knots and imperfections only add to the aura of the home.
An old porch railing was reconfigured into a corner piece to delineate the living area from the dining room.
All of the furniture is slipcovered for a shabby chic look. A combination of antique sheets, tablecloths and ticking reinforce the vintage look.
The homeowners constructed their own coffee table using a leaded glass window for a hinged top. Antique quilts are stored inside.
Instead of making fabric-covered buttons, she secured a valance over door stops with rubber bands.
A mosaic tile floor was installed in the small spare bathroom. In order to save counter space, they angled the sink and faucetry in the far corner of the dresser vanity.

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•	Dressing Room Organizer

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