This week’s before + after is from Maria from Alexandria!

Tell us a little bit about yourself:

I’m an occasional DIYer. I grew up in Alexandria, VA and moved back over a year ago from Las Vegas, via Mexico. I love to go hunting for treasures at estate sales and like transforming old worn pieces into unique treasures. I’m a global events director in the tech industry, so this is a great side hobby to express my creative side.

Tell us about your project or redesign:

I bought this glass curio cabinet in Las Vegas a couple of years ago.  I collect amazing costume jewelry so I wanted a beautiful display cabinet to store my treasures in. I used English Yellow on the interior, French Linen on the exterior, craqueleur and dark wax and metallic gold on the accents. I got new interior lights (with touch sensor on the top hinges!) and glass panels installed on the sides and front.  It looks amazing! I’m using it for my jewelry cabinet.

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Great work Maria!  We can’t wait to see your next project.  If you have a great Before + After, be sure to submit your work here.

If you want to learn how to update your vintage furniture like Maria did, we have posted our new fall DIY class schedule online – check it out!  They are held at our new retail location in Mosaic District.