OK, I will!
Yep, I was a little flustered...
Yep, I was a little flustered...
You see, I was in a rush.
Getting ready to meet some girlfriends for dinner to celebrate two of their birthdays, when I hurriedly took hold of the knob. The knob on the 1800’s empire chest that has been loose for some time now. The knob to the drawer full of gift bags, ribbon, and tissue paper which of course gave away at the most inopportune time.
Getting ready to meet some girlfriends for dinner to celebrate two of their birthdays, when I hurriedly took hold of the knob. The knob on the 1800’s empire chest that has been loose for some time now. The knob to the drawer full of gift bags, ribbon, and tissue paper which of course gave away at the most inopportune time.
Flustered, I head over and holler upstairs to let Mr. Heart know that the knob gave away.
And straightaway he hollers back down, ”just put a toothpick in it!”
And straightaway he hollers back down, ”just put a toothpick in it!”
Well, I didn’t have time to “put a toothpick in it," I was in a hurry! So I pried the drawer open, bagged the gifts up real nice and pretty like, and headed out for dinner.
But, first thing the next morning, I got the toothpicks!
I opened the drawer, put two toothpicks in and got the screwdriver…
VOILĂ€, it worked! Now it is tight as a tick!
So smart, that Mr. Heart...telling me to put a toothpick in it!
Ever had a loose knob…how did you fix it?
More about the antique chicken toothpick holder here.
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I love it. I've used expanding glue, veneer, and just about everything else you can imagine, but never used a toothpick. Great tip.
ReplyDeleteWOw, simple, clever, easy! Great photos, love your tip! :)
ReplyDeleteShawn
That's great! Isn't it nice that it could be fixed with little intervention!
ReplyDeleteOne of my coworkers at the furniture store told us about the toothpick. That piece is a beauty.
ReplyDeleteWow,that was so easy. I will keep that in mind. I am glad that it worked so well for you.
ReplyDeleteWho would think..you did. Very clever Cindy. I love that piece btw.
ReplyDeleteI've always used toothpicks! Have used them in door hinges, too. I grew up loving tools and hanging out with the guys, so I learned a lot of tricks. I am very much at home in hardware stores, too. LOL
ReplyDeleteYour Mr. Heart has a smart brain, too. That is a great tip. I have used pieces of paper to make the screw hold tighter but next time I have that problem I will use the toothpick idea. That piece of furniture is very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMy husband taught me that trick as well. Amazing they know this!!! Is this something that men always do??? Just wondering. So glad you got the knob fixed, and equally glad you used the toothpick to fix it. Now we know how to fix anything. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea. I've used other things for this purpose, but never thought of toothpicks! What a beautiful piece of furniture!
ReplyDeleteJeanette @ Creating a Life
You are so smart, Cindy and THAT is a beautiful old piece. Isn't that always the way things go when you are in a hurry though? xo Diana
ReplyDeleteCindy, My dad taught the toothpick trick many years ago and I know it works. I am glad you were able to fix the knob. It is a georgeous piece! Thanks for linking to the Open House party.
ReplyDeletexx, Sherry
That is an awesome fix! I'm pinning that so i don't forget!
ReplyDeleteThat chest is gorgeous! I too have "put a toothpick in it!" :)
ReplyDeleteI sure hate to say it, but those guys know their stuff:) I have never heard of this but I am I know it now.
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Linda
I learned the toothpick trick from my dad when I was young, and have used it so many times too!! Love that chest, beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteVery clever! What a beautiful chest!!
ReplyDeleteI love the chest, the wood-grain and style! I've used the toothpick trick before...it works so well!
ReplyDeleteJan ♥
Clever tip and stunning Empire chest! So glad you haven't painted it!
ReplyDeleteOh, that dresser is just so beautiful! I had never heard of that trick before, but I'll keep it in mind!
ReplyDeleteVery clever trick, indeed! :) LOVE the chest, gorgeous piece! And the little toothpick holder is too cute!
ReplyDeleteYou just taught me something new! Now if I can just remember it when I need to use it! Hope you can stop by the enchanted oven to say hi.
ReplyDeletexo,
Lisa
Ah the tips you learn from reading blogs. Love it and I am glad it worked!
ReplyDeleteLOL, I can't count the times a knob has come loose, and now next time I know an easy way to fix it. Props to Mr. Heart. :)
ReplyDeleteThat piece of furniture, by the way, is gorgeous!
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Such a great idea, using a toothpick. Your piece is absolutely stunning. Thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I have just the drawer I need to use this trick on :)
ReplyDeleteThat's funny. I'll remember that for next time. I just followed back by GFC. Gorgeous piece!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat trick! Never heard of that but I'm sure I'll need to try it out someday. I just have to say I am in love with your wooden chest! It is so gorgeous!
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Tammy
ourneckofthewoods.net
this is such a great trick for these old stripped out openings, I've done this myself!! gorgeous buffet!
ReplyDeletePaper cellulose...let dry and re-drill. Hot glue works, too!
ReplyDeleteVery clever! And a gorgeous piece of furniture!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tip and a gorgeous piece of furniture!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece of furniture! Awesome little trick!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip!..and great dresser, too. Love the finish on it.
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Thank you for the useful tip!
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That is a great tip...I'm going to have to remember that and share with my parents.
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That is such a pretty piece of furniture; don't you just love an easy repair job!
ReplyDeleteMy dad taught me that trick when I was a little girl...and I have used it many times over the past several years. Beautiful piece of furniture!
ReplyDeleteGreat tip. Love that dresser. What amazing grain.
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I love this tip. I saw it on television years ago and we use it all of the time, especially for door stops that fall out (am I the only one with that problem?). Love that piece of furniture - it is gorgegous!
ReplyDeleteGreat trick to know! Found your post on Thursday Favorite Things! I would love to have you share this on The Creative HomeAcre Hop today :)
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It is such a beautiful dresser. I learned something new - never thought about putting in a toothpick to help secure a knob.
ReplyDeleteI have a similar problem with an old chest and today was the day to get out the toothpicks. It was serendipity to see your post -- and such a beautiful chest of drawers.
ReplyDeleteI knew what you were going to do as soon as I read your title! I've done this several times over the years. Works like a charm!! Love the chest, beautiful wood.
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Allison
Atticmag
Yes, I've done this with chair rungs too. Love your chest, it is gorgeous. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, marty
ReplyDeleteGlad it worked so well because that's a sweet piece of furniture!
ReplyDeleteLove this great tip- I can use it right now!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant...I am pinning this tip! That dresser is gorgeous, by the way! Hug, Deborah
ReplyDeleteI have a chest almost identical to this - the problem with mine is that when I moved it to make room for the Christmas tree, the back panel that sticks up broke off! More than a toothpick needed for this repair!
ReplyDeleteBut I'll remember your trick, because yes, the knobs are quite loose!
So that's why my dad used to have toothpicks in his tool box....love the dresser...simply gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI need to do this on a couple of my knobs on antique dressers. Thanks for the tip!! Your chest of drawers is really beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Really? That is all we have to do??
ReplyDeleteWe have a similar problem, I will try that...nothing else worked!
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I've never heard of this tip before. What a great fix! Gorgeous piece of furniture, btw.
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That is funny Cindy! Great ida and what a beautiful piece. Thanx for coming to THT last week.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful piece of furniture. Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry
What a stunning piece of furniture! Wow! Thanks so much for the great tip!
ReplyDeleteThis has to be the best trick ever! We've had problems with some of our older dressed and never could figure out how to fix them. Thanks! Please share your project at www.creativecraftsthursday.blogspot.com each and every week and check out what other creative divas are up to.
ReplyDeleteGenius! I will give that a try.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! Thanks for sharing on The Creative HomeAcre Hop!
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