Happy Cyber Monday friends! With Thanksgiving and Black Friday under our belts, I thought a Christmas style makeover was in order... and this one is a charmer! I've been wanting to try Buffalo Plaid for months now. I don't know about you, but I've ...
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Blueberry Painted French Provincial | Color Blending
Does color and color blending scare you? It can be intimidating, right? It doesn't even matter how gorgeous the color is. If it makes a strong statement and has a personality of its own -- it's cause for pause. I totally get it because, after all ...
DIY Painted Globe & Furniture Transfers
Have you ever wondered what to do with those leftover craft supplies? Those little bits and pieces that look too good to throw away but seem too small to do anything with? A few weeks back I shared this Dark Romance Furniture Makeover with you. It ...
Fall Style | Magazine Rack Table Makeover
Hi guys! Have you ever come across a piece of furniture that has SO many layers of lord knows what on the top - it seems near impossible to get off? Well, just wait till you see this baby... this magazine rack table has that and M*O*R*E! For ...
How To Apply Furniture Transfers | Rub On Method
Before I get into this week's furniture transfer project, thank you. Thank you for all your heartfelt condolences and sharing your stories. I read and re-read all of them. Some of your comments made me smile and some made me cry, but every one of you ...
Creating An Old World Furniture Finish
I can't wait to share this french provincial makeover with you! I wish I had taken a pic of this sad dresser when I spotted her curbside but before I could pull out my phone, a sweet passerby asked if I needed a hand. I forgot all about the pic ...
How To Fix Furniture Painting Mistakes
Today's post is all about How to Fix Furniture Painting Mistakes... because let's face it, we ALL make them! I can't tell you how many times I've worked on a piece that's coming along great - then I decide to 'get-my-artsy-on' and try a new color or ...
How To Use Gilding Wax on Painted Furniture
Hello sweet friends! Have you tried gilding wax on any of your makeovers yet? If not, I hope today's post inspires you to give it a go! I've been applying metallic accents to a lot of my work and I'm loving the effect. The best part, depending on ...
How To Paint Furniture Without Brush Marks
When I first started painting furniture, brush marks drove me bonkers. For me, it was the equivalent of having wet toes when they're supposed to be dry. Yaaa, it's one of my weird pet peeves. Anyway, I remember trying to get a smooth finish but the ...
7 Furniture Stenciling Tips | French Trellis Buffet Makeover
Hi guys! Have you ever thought of stenciling an ENTIRE piece of furniture? Have you been seeing those drop-dead-gorgeous furniture stenciling ideas on Pinterest and in decor magazines lately? I've been admiring the pieces with bold contrast and ...
New Farmhouse Green Dresser Makeover
If you're a fan of green you're going to love this. If you're not, this might just change your mind. I wouldn't usually dedicate a post to a new paint color, but this Farmhouse Green totally transformed this salvaged dresser. Here's what we ...
DIY Faux Brick Wall | Bedroom ReStyle
Maybe because half the year has whizzed by and I promised myself a few room makeovers, I thought it was a good idea to focus on my bedroom again. I've finally figured out what to do with my short accent walls. You may remember I painted over the ...
Painting with Powder | Roadside Makeover
Have you ever heard of painting furniture with artisan powder? Me neither. But I tried it anyway. I'm excited to share a new color blending technique that you may find helpful with your diy projects. It makes blending soft color onto furniture ...
How to Paint Laminate Furniture Without Sanding | 90’s Dresser Makeover
 Hi guys, thanks for dropping by! Today, I'm sharing this 90's dresser makeover and how to paint laminate furniture WITHOUT SANDING. But first, have you ever bought something because the price was right, ...brought it home and had buyers ...
The Frugal Guide to Buying Furniture… To Paint!
While walking Gidgy this past Saturday, I stumbled upon two garage/estate sales. I have mixed feelings when I buy from an estate sale. On one hand, I realize it's helping the family clear things out. On the other, there's years worth of someone's ...
Blending & Layering | Furniture Painting Techniques
I’m starting to think I have a furniture-painters' alter ego. Like Beyoncé and her Sasha Fierce. Conservative and neutral for my own home - but colorful, bold and lively for selling. Today's retro china cabinet is a perfect example. This makeover ...
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