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Jewelry Cabinet Makeovers

Thrift Store Jewelry Cabinet Rescue!

Hi thrifty makeover lovers!  (I really need a new name for my fans… got any ideas?)  Today I’m bringing you another thrift store jewelry cabinet makeover.  I bought this one last fall at Goodwill for $7.99.  It’s one that was sitting in my closet all winter because I was too busy making Christmas ornaments for my Etsy shop to get any painting done.  Other than that nasty “stained glass” it wasn’t in bad condition.

BEFORE painting, thrift store jewelry cabinet. DuctTapeAndDenim.com

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Thrift Store Makeover Gray Jewelry Cabinet | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

Supplies for Thrift Store Jewelry Cabinet Makeover

  • jewelry cabinet
  • paint – I used Paint & Paddles, Gray Skies
  • paint brush (I like this paint brush for jewelry cabinets.)
  • tiny screwdriver
  • scissors
  • scrapbook paper (I used 7 Gypsies, Songbook paper.)
  • decoupage medium
  • Americana Decor varnish
  • metal sheet
  • tin snips

First, remove the glass.  Sometimes I also remove the handles but these were all very sturdy so I just left them in.  I usually take out the drawers and paint them first.  (You’ll see the blue jewelry cabinet in another upcoming project post — loved those handles!!)  Then I turn the whole cabinet over and start painting it upside down.  

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Painting drawers on thrift store jewelry cabinets | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

After two coats of paint, I let it dry completely and add a coat of varnish to seal it.  While that dries I’ll cut the metal sheet to fit.  HINT:  Use the original glass as a pattern to trace on the metal with a Sharpie.

Painting my thrift store jewelry cabinet | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

When everything was completely dry I cut the scrapbook papers to fit the sides of the drawers.  I painted on a thin coat of decoupage medium, stuck on the paper, and added another thin coat over it.

Music scrapbook paper on upcycled jewelry cabinet drawers | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

A couple of the drawers were stained inside so I covered them with scrapbook paper, too.

Drawer detail on jewelry cabinet makeover | DuctTapeAndDenim.com

If you enjoyed this DIY thrift store jewelry cabinet project, check out these others:

  • ALL My Thrift Store Makeovers are HERE
  • How to Decorate with Thrift Store Finds
  • Antique Sewing Table Makeover
  • Ideas to Repurpose Old Lamps
  • Turquoise and White Jewelry Cabinet

Makeover stats:  Bought at Goodwill for $7.99.  Planning to sell at Paris Flea Market.  Will update with price when it sells.

Thanks for reading!  Leave a comment and let me know what you’ve rescued from the thrift store! We share at these blog parties. Featured on:  Craft Wonderful Wednesday, Wonderful Wednesday 

‘Til the next project,

 Ann @ Duct Tape and Denim

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18 Comments

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Comments

  1. Cristina says

    March 13, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Beautiful! I just love these jewelry cabinets!

    Reply
  2. Mimi says

    March 14, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    Oh I have several of these! You made yours look so cute! Thanks for the tips. Mimi xxx

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  3. Linda says

    March 15, 2017 at 7:23 am

    This is a great remake. I like your refinish much better than the original. Thanks for sharing at What’d You Do This Weekend? Hope to see you next week.

    Wishes for tasty dishes,
    Linda

    Reply
  4. Carol ("Mimi") says

    March 16, 2017 at 5:53 am

    Super job on this makeover! Thanks for the idea about using the metal lattice. It looks adorable. I also love the detail that you included in covering the drawers with the music scrapbook paper.

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  5. sandi magle says

    March 16, 2017 at 10:10 am

    Very Nice, these cabinets make adorable doll closets also. So tempting to hang earrings on the doors of this, very nice tutorial on this piece. Thanks, Sandi

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  6. Melissa Ruddy says

    March 16, 2017 at 3:18 pm

    It always amazes me how some people have an eye for seeing a treasure in something I would have mistakenly walked past. It is so cool to see how you transformed this piece.

    Reply
  7. Julie Prescesky says

    March 18, 2017 at 9:07 am

    Love it. Nice work.

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  8. Mary Louise says

    March 20, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    Love the transformation! I purchased a similar one at a Goodwill last year, I must pull it out of stash and give it new life. Thank you so much for the inspiration.

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    • ducttapeanddenim says

      March 21, 2017 at 7:30 am

      Yes, Mary Louise, do it!!! I’d love to see a picture when you’re done.

      Reply
  9. Mary Denman says

    March 21, 2017 at 7:50 pm

    Very cool! I love the music notes on the side!

    Reply
  10. Karren says

    March 30, 2017 at 6:59 am

    this was such an amazing project and I thought it was so fun for you to share on Oh my Heartsie Girls WW. Im sure others thought so as well! Hope to see you later today with another fun idea.
    Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  11. Beverly says

    April 19, 2017 at 10:44 am

    What a great makeover. Thanks for hosting and I hope you are have a great week.
    Hugs,
    Bev

    Reply
  12. Julie says

    April 22, 2017 at 2:23 pm

    Great makeover, I have an old jewellery box that could do with a new look, I’m inspired – thanks.

    Reply
  13. Theresa @DearCreatives says

    April 27, 2017 at 11:33 am

    Love your make over! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared.

    Reply
  14. Lisa | Handmade in Israel says

    November 4, 2018 at 1:26 am

    Wonderful! You did a great job! #niftythriftysunday

    Reply
  15. Kim~madeinaday says

    November 6, 2018 at 7:00 am

    Love the grey and the metal sheeting is awesome in it! Great makeover! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
    Kim

    Reply
  16. Sheri says

    November 11, 2018 at 1:00 pm

    Looks much better! I pinned this! Thanks for sharing at the To Grandma’s House We Go DIY, Crafts, Recipes and More link party. Hope to see you again next week.

    Reply
  17. Sherry says

    November 26, 2018 at 10:28 am

    Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

    Reply

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