Upcycling. You’ve heard that word around, right? But what does it actually mean? Here’s a quick definition. Upcycling is the process of giving old or used materials a second life. When you upcycle, the used material can either be re-used in the same manner, or it can be re-adapted or repurposed.

Today, finding information is easier than ever. Most people have smartphones with internet access and YouTube. YouTube has become our new go-to for how-to. Want to build a deck? Watch this video! Want to make a cute mask? Just give this video a view. We feel like we can learn and do almost anything. And that’s true for some things, but not for all. Think Pinterest fails.

Have you been watching some HGTV and now you are ready to do some DIY to freshen up your furniture? They make it look so easy and it comes out great, what could go wrong? The short answer is a lot. It’s important to remember the people on these shows are professionals and have had a lot of practice in their field. The last thing you want to do is ruin the chair that has been in your family for decades by trying to restore it.