Simply Inspired By
Vintage pieces reimagined for everyday living
Furniture flips • DIY • Home • Inspired living
The Complete Furniture Refinishing Framework
From choosing the right piece to restoring and selling with confidence.
This is the exact framework I use before investing time and money into any piece.
What This Guide Covers
- Foundations – understanding refinishing and setting expectations
- Evaluation – choosing the right piece with confidence
- Preparation – tools, materials, and doing the work properly
- Finishing – paint, stain, oil, and professional application
- Details – hardware, design decisions, and elevation
- Troubleshooting – correcting mistakes and refining your eye
- Completion – knowing when a piece is truly finished
- Opportunity – pricing, photographing, and selling thoughtfully
- Longevity – building skill, style, and confidence over time
My Go-To Furniture Finishes & Tools
Linked exactly as I use them
Gallery
A collection of vintage pieces styled to inspire timeless living
DIY & Tutorials
Thoughtful DIYs & step-by-step tutorials for elevated home projects
About Simply Inspired by
Simply Inspired By was created as a place to share my love of furniture flipping, DIY projects, home décor, and simple, creative ways to make a home feel more intentional and inviting. Here, vintage pieces are given a second life, and everyday spaces are thoughtfully reimagined.
Creativity has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’ve always been drawn to learning new skills, working with my hands, and exploring different forms of making — especially projects that feel approachable, practical, and rewarding.
I believe you don’t need a massive budget or a perfect space to create something you love — just a little vision, the right tools, and the confidence to try. Everything shared here comes from real experience and real projects, from furniture makeovers and hands-on DIY techniques to styling ideas and favorite finishes. This space is about progress over perfection, where every piece has a story and beautiful homes are built one intentional choice at a time.
As Simply Inspired By continues to grow, you’ll find before-and-after transformations, practical tutorials, helpful resources, and the tools I actually use to bring timeless pieces into modern, lived-in homes.
Some posts may include affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only share products I personally use, trust, or believe truly add value.
Thank you for being here. I hope you leave feeling inspired — and confident — to create something of your own.
