Give Old Furniture a Fresh New Life

Learn to upcycle furniture with confidence through step-by-step videos, expert tips, and access to a supportive community.

Buy Course AUD $89 / One Time

Beginner Friendly

Step-by-step lessons with clear instructions, designed for first-timers and creative dabblers alike.

Student Community

Be part of our community where you can ask questions, share progress, and get feedback from the DIY School team and other students.

Course Materials

Downloadable templates, supply lists, and printable resources — everything you need to start right away.

Flexible Learning

Start anytime, go at your own pace, and revisit lessons whenever you need. You’ll have lifetime access.

The Skills to Get Started

In this course you’ll learn everything you need to confidently upcycle furniture — no prior experience required.

  • 50+ step-by-step video lessons
  • Sanding, painting, and finishing techniques
  • How to tile furniture
  • Install new glass
  • Tips for styling, staging and selling your finished pieces
  • Downloadable materials, supply checklists, and inspiration
  • How to find, choose and prep secondhand furniture
  • How to sand, stain and seal timber
  • Learn basic upholstery
  • Step-by-step project tutorials to follow
  • Subtitles in English, Spanish, and French
  • Lifetime access to all lessons and community support

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Explore Your Lessons

Welcome
Meet The Pieces
Introduction
Where to Look
What to Look For
Desiging Your Project
What I Found
The Essential Toolkit
How to Clean Second-Hand Furniture
Cleaning Chrome
Introduction
How to Strip Timber
How to Sand Timber
How to Stain Timber
How to Seal Timber
Introduction
Designing a Painting Project
How to Paint Furniture
How to Spray Paint
Introduction
Designing Your Tiling Project
How to Tile Furniture
Introduction
Designing an Upholstery Project
Upholstering a Seat Cusion
Introduction
Upcycling to Sell
Staging Your Items
Photography
Pricing Your Pieces
Where to Sell
Utilising Social Media
The Wrap Up
Installing Glass
Plaster
Timber Console
Dining Chairs
Restored Timber Stool
Display Cabinet
Dining Table
Tiled Coffee Table
Retro Bar Stools
Bedside Table
Mid-Century Desk

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Get instant access to 50+ step-by-step video lessons, downloadable materials, and a supportive maker community. Start your new side-hustle today!

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We know you'll find your new creative obsession - but if the course isn’t right for you, we’ll give you a full refund within 15 days — no questions asked.

Learn Simple Techniques. Get Amazing Results.

Sourcing

Sourcing

Design

Design

Timber Restoration

Timber Restoration

Painting

Painting

Tiling

Tiling

Upholstery

Upholstery

Glazing

Glazing

Selling

Selling

Meet Your Instructor

Geneva Vanderzeil

Geneva is one of the most influential voices in DIY, creativity, and upcycling — with over a decade of inspiring millions to make beautiful things with their own hands. Through her bestselling books, viral videos, and popular website, Geneva has built a global community around the belief that anyone can create — they just need the right guidance and a little inspiration.

Her work has been featured by The New York Times, The Guardian, Martha Stewart, Buzzfeed, and more. With over 2 million followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, Geneva’s creative projects have reached makers in every corner of the world.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need any experience to join?

    Not at all! The course is designed for total beginners. You’ll learn everything from choosing your first piece to painting, repairing, and finishing it.

  • What kind of furniture can I upcycle?

    The skills you will learn will enabe you to work with all kinds of secondhand finds — chairs, small tables, stools, sideboards, and more. The course helps you choose pieces with the most potential.

  • How long does the course take to complete?

    The course is completely self-paced. You can finish it in a few dedicated sessions or take your time and revisit the lessons whenever you like — you have lifetime access.

  • What tools and materials do I need?

    Just the basics! We’ll give you a full supply list with affordable, beginner-friendly options. Most projects can be done with simple tools and handheld items.

  • Does the course have subtitles?

    Yes! All videos include subtitles in English, Spanish, and French, so you can follow along in your preferred language.

  • What if I decide the course isn’t right for me?

    No problem — we offer a 15-day money-back guarantee. If it’s not for you, just let us know and we’ll refund you in full.

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