Top 31 Retro Projects

1. 16. Funky Felt Bows and Wreaths (05:49)

   

   Capture the nostalgic look of the 1940s with retro-style bows and wreaths.

2. 17. How to Build a Glass Block Wall

   

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   These step-by-step instructions show how to build a half wall out of glass blocks to add a bit of retro-style to a home.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

3. 18. Country Kitchen Makeover

   

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   Here's how to create a kitchen that's a little bit country, a little bit retro and 100 percent adorable.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $2,500 - $5,000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

4. 19. 48 Hour Retro: Refacing the Cabinets and Creating a Backsplash

   

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   A '50s-themed backsplash and cabinets are installed.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

5. 20. Retro Kitchen Makeover (00:03:33)

   

   This mismatched kitchen is stripped down and given a whole new retro look.

6. 21. Retro Kitchen Remodel (20:00)

   

   A plain kitchen is transformed by a retro remodel with a modern twist.

7. 22. How to Install a Retro Toilet

   

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   Classic lines give this bathroom essential a retro appeal.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy

8. 23. Complete Retro Home Makeover (00:03:39)

   

   Homeowners work to make the right retro restoration choices with $20K.

9. 24. Super Cool Cup Lamps (01:19)

   

   Transform inexpensive plastic cups into stylish retro lamps.

10. 25. Stylish 1950s-Retro Kitchen (00:03:33)

    

    Marc Bartolomeo helps a couple give their kitchen retro style and function.

11. 26. Retro Bungalow Kitchen (00:02:34)

    

    The Crashers crew creates an adorable retro kitchen in this cozy bungalow.

12. 27. The Retro Table Lamps (00:20:01)

    

    John and Jimmy DiResta craft a set of retro-style table lamps.

13. 28. Retro Kitchen Remodel (20:00)

    

    A plain kitchen is transformed by a retro remodel with a modern twist.

14. 29. Retro Kitchen Redo (01:51)

    

    Kitchen Renovations brings a 1960s kitchen into the 21st century.

15. 30. Remodel with Retro Kitchen Cabinets and Metallic Backsplash

    

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    Give a bland kitchen a bright, fun 1950s look by refacing the cabinets with colorful laminate and spraying metallic paint on the backsp...

    Time:

    Two Days

    Cost:

    $250 - $500

    Difficulty:

    Moderate