Prologue We have all heard the axiom that the longest journey begins with the first step; I believe it is begins before that. I believe that when something matters to us a lot, we harbor a dream, so dare to dream. The dream fans a tiny flame, a pilot light that ignites hope. Hope springs to life when we begin to believe that there might be a way to accomplish the dream. Once we believe in the dream, we begin to realize that dream. "You can start with nothing. And out of nothing, and out of no way, a way will be made" - Michael Beckwith Introduction 'Mining the Mine is the fifth release in the 'Make It Mine' series. This book goes beyond home decorating as it delves into the nuts and bolts of how to make all those projects happen The common sense theory from the 'Make It Mine' book continues here as we examine how to use what you have, to do what you can, where you are; creating an entirely new look on a minimal budget. It provides a wonderful, lighthearted approach to repurposing your furnishings and accessories and redecorating your home or apartment Every home is a personal expression of the people who live there. 'Mundane into Magnificent' guides you ever so subtly, as you delve into your family's lifestyle, helping you to decide exactly what you need from the space and what you really want to create in your home. Once you have determined your goal, this book will lead you effortlessly (almost ) to your objective. The book is filled with information on how to identify the features of each room, and then defines the best and most cost effective way to make the room work with your new plan. Next we help you select the best pieces of your existing furniture and how to find the best prices for second hand selections that will act to create your new decorating ideas in a stunning finished project. Refinishing furniture and repurposing accessories becomes easy and fun as you transform old, tired items into the perfect new look in your space; for pennies 'Mundane into Magnificent' shares hundreds of ideas to help you improve your home; in today's economy this is a must read It is the new 'survival bible' for recreating spaces and recreating furniture and acessories in your home.