Hi friends! Today I'm sharing How to Remove Contact Paper in Minutes - literally minutes! Here's a quick look at the salvaged piece I was having trouble with. Last week, I posted this beautiful french provincial desk on Facebook. MMM brought ...
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Easy DIY Wood Signs & Free Printables
Thanks for all the compliments I'm still receiving on my Salvaged Bathroom Makeover! You're all so kind and I love all your comments and emails so keep 'em coming! I've been getting a lot of questions on how I made my rustic 'Main St' and 'Bath ...
DIY Floating Wall Candles
A few weeks back, I picked up these 2 decorative cylinder-things from a Thrift Store. I knew they'd look great in my restyled bathroom, but I had NO idea what to do with them... or even what they were originally used for. With all this beautiful ...
Graphic Transfer – Easy DIY Hot & Cold Indicators
Happy Monday friends! I hope you all had a beautiful weekend. This past weekend we celebrated my Dad's 83rd Birthday {yes...83... you go Dad!!!}  and remembered and honored my Mum - which is something I do everyday, not just on Mother's Day, ...
Furniture Stripping – Refreshed Bathroom Vanity Makeover
Hi friends! I hope you all had a great weekend! In my last post, I found the perfect white for my bathroom walls. The walls look amazing, so this inspired me to refresh my bathroom vanity. I wish I had a before pic of this vintage dresser when I ...
How To Hand Paint Graphics on Furniture
We had a gorgeous weekend here in the GTA! My daffodils are finally poking their heads up so I think spring is finally on her way! This inspires me to start spring cleaning. I don't know how long this inspiration will last. Anything remotely ...
Broken Dresser Top & Edge Glue Boards
When I purchased this old dresser from an antique dealer on the Danforth, I didn't realize the entire top was in two pieces. For whatever reason, the joined boards were still in tact, but had come apart from one another. M-M-M: "How do you ...
How To ~ Fix Peeling or Chipped Veneer
Happy St. Patrick's Day friends! If you've ever passed-up an amazing piece of furniture due to peeling or chipped veneer - this post is for you! I'm living proof that these types of repairs aren't that difficult! It's a common problem with ...
The Top 50 FAQ ~ DIY Chalk Paints
If you have a DIY chalk paint question, you've come to the right place! I've been mixing my own custom chalky paints for 3+ years now. The Best Homemade Chalk Paint Recipes is definitely my most popular post! It ranks in the Top 3 on Google and ...
Spring Makeover ~ Layering Milk Paint
Once February rolls around and the novelty of winter has long worn off, I start hoping spring is just around the corner.  I guess this is coming through in my furniture. My last few restyles have been inspired by a spring or beach weathered ...
My 6 Tips for Mixing Milk Paint Powder
Have you tried mixing milk paint powder and it didn't turn out quite right? Let me fill you in on a little secret. You're not the only one who gets inconsistent results! Whether it's improperly mixed or the chippy effect turns out too-much or ...
Distressed Furniture: Which Paint Distressing Technique is Right For YOU?
Congratulations! You've painted a piece of furniture and you've done a smashing job. It looks great. But now you're wondering what distressing technique is right for you? What's going to give you the EXACT look you're after? Well... I've ...
Wash & Dry Dresser + Bluestone Houseâ„¢ Valentine’s Giveaway!!!
Hi friends... hope you had a great weekend! I'm so excited because I have something special for you! I've teamed up with Bluestone House™ to give you a chance to win a VERY generous Chalky Patina Paint Package {say that 5 times quick} worth ...
Painting Fabric with Chalk Style Paints: Granny Chair Makeover
Last week I posted the start of my Granny Chair Project and I'm so excited to share the results! This salvaged chair was a little different for two reasons. ...
Peek-A-Boo Design: Stencil with Milk Paint!
Hello my painting friends!  Have you ever noticed there's a wealth of information on stenciling; even more information on Milk Paint, but not a whole lot of advice on stenciling with milk paint? ...
Craigslist: 14 Tips To Find Amazing Furniture Deals!
Craigslist and Kijiji are two popular online classified sites I use ALL THE TIME. Unlike eBay, they're free to use and the best part is, there's a TON of people looking to unload their old unwanted furniture! If you're a furniture ...
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