BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself

By MelDidItHerself

I’m Mel from MelDidItHerself-- a social service worker turned full-time furniture painter & refinisher and content creator.

Doing furniture makeovers and upcycling furniture to keep it from the l... more

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BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself episodes:

June 08, 202354: This Is Holding You Back From Starting Your Side Hustle
In Episode #54 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I explore some of the limiting beliefs or objections you may have for why you shouldn’t start up a side hustle selling your painted and refinished furniture, or why now is not the “right time”. We explore the fear of failure, putting yourself out there publicly and being vulnerable, not having adept business knowledge, setting expectations for ourselves and our businesses and quitting.
If you have wondered:
How do I start a furniture refinishing business?

What do I do to start a furniture refurbishing business?

How can I start a side hustle selling furniture makeovers without a background in business?

What do I do to start an upcycled furniture side hustle?

How do I maintain a positive mindset as a business owner?
Then this episode is for you!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 54: The Furniture Refinisher’s Success Spectrum Journey https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/kfwoMa5X3zb

Ready to stop daydreaming out it and start taking action towards finally starting your side biz selling painted and refinished furniture? Save your spot at my free Furniture Refinisher’s Bootcamp: Two Weeks To Launch Your Side Hustle here! www.meldiditherself.ca/bootcamp
Other links you may be interested in:
Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals.

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!

Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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20min
June 01, 202353: Six Considerations When Starting A Furniture Refinishing Side Hustle
In Episode #53 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you 6 things to consider when starting a furniture refinishing side hustle. If I could start from scratch and do it all over again, these are the key elements I would focus on to start and grow a profitable side hustle. I also announce my upcoming FREE Furniture Refinisher’s Bootcamp: Two Weeks To Launch Your Side Hustle which you won’t want to miss!
If you have wondered:
Is refinishing furniture a good side hustle?

How can I make money flipping furniture?

Can you make money upcycling old furniture?

How do I start a furniture refinishing business?

What do I do to start a furniture refurbishing business?

How do I market my furniture painting side hustle?
Then this episode is for you!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Ready to stop daydreaming out it and start taking action towards finally starting your side biz selling painted and refinished furniture? Save your spot at my free Furniture Refinisher’s Bootcamp: Two Weeks To Launch Your Side Hustle here!
Other links you may be interested in:
Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals.

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!
Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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25min
May 25, 202352: Six Lessons Learned In My First Year Of Podcasting
In Episode #52 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I let you in on six lessons I’ve learned over the first year of running my podcast. There have been life lessons I’ve had to learn and re-learn, harsh realities that I’ve had to come to terms with, and exciting discoveries I never would have thought of. Join me as I tell all!
If you have wondered:
What goes into starting a podcast?

Should I start a furniture refinishing podcast?

Is a podcast a good way to market my business?

What do I need to know before starting a podcast?

Is there a market for furniture painting podcasts?

Why are podcasts such a good marketing tool?
Then this episode is for you!

Links mentioned in this episode:
Jenna Kutcher’s Goal Digger podcast

Leave a rating and review for this podcast on Apple podcasts and support the show!

Research on active podcasts

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals.
Other links you may be interested in:
Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your FREE copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!

Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.

Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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24min
May 18, 202351: Furniture Strippers 101- Types, How To Use, Mistakes To Avoid & My Favourites
In Episode #51 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, we have the next installment in the 101 series talking all about furniture strippers: the two types of furniture strippers and the advantages and disadvantages of each, things to consider when choosing your stripper, some popular brands and the ones I usually gravitate towards, how to use it and my tips for doing so, and finally some common mistakes to avoid when using a paint or furniture stripper.
If you have wondered:
What is the best product to strip wood furniture?

Is it better to sand or strip furniture?

What is the best thing to remove paint from furniture with?

What is paint stripper and how do I use it?

What is the best tool for stripping furniture?

How do I remove old paint from furniture?

How do I make chemical stripper work best?

What is the easiest way to strip wood furniture?
Then this episode is for you!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 44: Five Methods To Remove The Finish Off Your Furniture

Episode 47: Safety Equipment & Safety Gear To Wear When Painting & Refinishing Furniture

Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Report by Allied Market Research

Aimee from OoakUpcycle’s Instagram account

The carbide scraper I use and love*

EZ Strip*

CitriStrip*

Klean-Strip

SaranWrap or plastic wrap*

Karin from DesignsByKarin’s Instagram account

Other links you may be interested in:
Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business, or find out how to start a podcast of your own! Provides support and accountability to help you make and complete a plan of action to reach your goals.

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!
Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.

Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.

Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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27min
May 11, 202350: Five Furniture Flipping Life Hacks
In Episode #50 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you five furniture flipping life hacks that will save you time, effort and frustration during your furniture makeovers. Try out these quick wins on your next furniture refinishing project… it’s important to learn one new thing a day, after all!
If you have wondered:
What are furniture flipping hacks?

What are tricks to make furniture refinishing easier?

How do I sand down curved edges easily on furniture?

How do I quickly refinish a wood piece of furniture?

How do I get rid of grease stains/bleed through on furniture?
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 35: Dealing With Bleed Through On Your Furniture Makeover

Kreg cabinet hardware jig*

Surf Prep Sanding foam pads (save 10% using this link*!) or this option from Amazon*

Hyde Tools contour scraper set*

Howard’s Restor-A-Finish*

Other links you may be interested in:
Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here!

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!

Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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14min
May 04, 202349: Six Tools For Your Furniture Refinishing Businesses' Toolkit
In Episode #49 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through 6 tools/apps/websites/software that I use day-to-day in my furniture painting and refinishing business to keep things running smoothly and efficiently as a solopreneur running a small business. These tools, many of which are free, help to save me time and effort so that I can spend more time on the things in my business that will bring me results.
If you have ever wondered:
What is the best way to store my documents and photos for my small business?

What is the best free photo and video editing software for your phone?

What apps will help me run my furniture refinishing business?

How do I know if someone has read an email I sent them?

What can I use for my carousel posts and cover images on my social media?

What tools are worth investing in for my furniture painting business?

What should I use to track my income, expenses and mileage for my small business flipping furniture?
Then this episode is for you!

Links mentioned in this episode:
Mail Track

QuickBooks (I use the Self-Employed version) - use this link to save 30% off your first 6 months of a subscription!

Episode 36- Tackling Tax Time In Your Furniture Painting and Refinishing Business

InShot- photo and video editing app

Canva
Other links you may be interested in:
Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture!

Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!
Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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28min
April 27, 202348: Why Aren't My Pieces Selling? BusyBees in Business Strategy Session- Laura
In Episode #48 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I’m bringing you the first session of the BusyBees in Business Strategy Session series! Today I’m sitting down with Laura, recent graduate from the Lurker to the Hobbyist in the Furniture Refinishers Success Spectrum, to discuss her refinished furniture listings. We discuss ways to improve her photos, additions she can make to her product descriptions, tips for getting more eyes on your listings, ways to optimize the listing so it ends up in potential customers’ searches and how to choose which items to take home to makeover. We also spend some time talking mindset and increasing our confidence in our abilities and the product we put out!
If you have ever wondered:
How do I get my painted furniture to sell?

What is the best way to sell refurbished furniture?

Why won’t my furniture makeovers sell quickly?

How do I optimize my Facebook Marketplace listings to get my furniture flips to sell fast?

What should I include in the product descriptions of my refinished furniture for sale?

How do I know what kinds of furniture to buy to makeover to make a profit refinishing furniture?
Then this episode is for you!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 45: The Furniture Refinishers’ Success Spectrum Journey

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session to join me on the podcast to talk through a barrier/challenge you’ve been experiencing refinishing furniture or starting up a side hustle/business selling your painted and refinished furniture- apply now!

Other links you may be interested in:
Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!

Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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44min
April 20, 202347: Safety Equipment & Safety Gear To Wear When Painting & Refinishing Furniture
In Episode #47 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through, from head-to-toe, the safety equipment and safety gear you should be wearing to keep you safe and protected when painting and refinishing furniture. The products we use and tasks we do when working on our furniture makeovers present risks and can be are harmful to us and our bodies if proper protection isn’t followed.
If you have ever wondered:
What protective gear should I wear when refinishing furniture?

What safety gear is recommended to wear when painting furniture?

How do I keep myself safe when flipping furniture?

Why do I need to use a respirator when sanding and refurbishing furniture?
Then this episode is for you!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Disposable gloves*

Chemical-resistant gloves*

Anti-vibration gloves*

Respirator I use*

Respirator cartridges*

Earplugs I recommend*

Safety glasses I use*
Other links you may be interested in:
Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session today!

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!
Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!

Are you loving the Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busybees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.

Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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26min
April 13, 202346: Lacking Motivation To Makeover? Try These 6 Tips!
In Episode #46 of Busybee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I bring you 6 different tips, tricks and strategies to try out the next time you’re lacking the motivation and inspiration to work on your furniture makeovers. These approaches and questions to ask yourself will help you to explore where your motivation block is when it comes to furniture painting and refinishing (or whatever it is that you do!), and what you can do to get yourself out of that slump and back into feeling energized and productive!
If you have ever wondered:
How can I get motivated to work on my furniture makeovers or my business?

Why am I feeling unmotivated and lacking energy to work on my furniture flips?

How do I get on track and feel inspired to work on my furniture upcycling projects?

How do I create motivation to work?

How can I get and stay productive?
Then this episode is for you!

Links mentioned in this episode:
Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here.

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session today!
Other links you may be interested in:
Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business now.

Check out my coaching/consultation services to start or supercharge your furniture painting and refinishing business if you need some support and accountability to make and complete a plan of action.

Record an audio clip through my SpeakPipe Link shouting out your favourite episode of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, and don’t forget to shout out your socials so we can follow along on your furniture refinishing journey!
Are you loving the BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself podcast? Let the world know by leaving a rating on whatever platform you’re listening on, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts letting me know what you’re loving, or what you’ve learned that you’re going to take back into your work - this will help more busy bees like us discover this community and join us every week to gush about all things furniture refinishing.
Can’t get enough MelDidItHerself? Check out my Instagram, YouTube and TikTok for more furniture refinishing, painting, DIY and lifestyle content to tide you over until next week’s episode.
Email [email protected] for sponsorships, or just to say hey!

*this means this is an affiliate code where I make a small commission when you use my link, and you save money on your order! It’s a great way to support me and my small business when you’re buying products you already intended on getting – thanks in advance if you use it :)
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26min
April 06, 202345: The Furniture Refinishers' Success Spectrum Journey
In Episode #45 of BusyBee Refinishing with MelDidItHerself, I walk you through my new Furniture Refinishers’ Success Spectrum framework. This outlines the different phases or stages you may find yourself in after discovering the world of furniture painting and refinishing and getting the itch for more.
Whether you’re a Lurker, a Dabbler/Hobbyist, a Side Hustler or an All In-er, I’ll highlight what your reality may be looking like in this phase, some symptoms you might be experiencing and barriers you could be facing, and then walk you through an action plan on how to move to the next stage on the spectrum (if that’s your goal!).
If you have ever wondered:
How do I start a side hustle refinishing furniture?

Can I sell painted furniture for profit?

How do I start a refurbishing business?

What are the steps for starting a business selling upcycled furniture?

How do I monetize my hobby doing furniture makeovers?

Is restoring furniture a good side hustle?

How do I get support going full-time in my furniture refinishing business?
Then this episode is for you!
Timestamps to jump to a certain phase on the spectrum:
The Lurker- 6:09

The Dabbler/Hobbyist- 15:05

The Side Hustler-25:47

The All In-er- 31:48
Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode 10: Community Over Competition

Want to get weekly furniture flipping inspo and tips right to your inbox? Sign up for the Friday Furniture Focus newsletter here .

Ready to tackle your first furniture flip!? Grab the No BS Guide To Your First Furniture Makeover now and get to flipping. Use code BUSYBEE for 20% off for a limited time!

Want to snag some Surf Prep Sanding* or Fusion Mineral Paint* products for your furniture makeover for 10% off? See my curated Amazon Storefront* with all the furniture flipping essentials for your project? Click here!

Grab your free copy of the Guide and Checklist For Starting Your Official Furniture Refinishing Business

Sign up for a BusyBees in Business Strategy Session for a complimentary consult call to tackle a challenge or barrier you’re currently experiencing in your furniture painting and refinishing business

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