I hope you all had a wonderful holiday with family and friends! My 'official' back-to-work date is Monday, but there's flexibility in being self-employed... and I miss you all! So, as we say goodbye to 2015 and get ready to ring in the new ...
Painted Furniture
Feature Friday – SI Reader ReDo’s!
Hello friends! I'm sure you're all super busy with holiday prep and shopping but I couldn't let 2015 slip by without sharing one more SI Reader ReDo's Feature! It's been a good few months since our last one and many of you (from around the ...
General Finishes Chalk Style Paint Review
There are numerous chalk type paints on the market. And some of you may be rolling your eyes thinking .. yet another one?!  But the way I see it - if a reputable paint manufacturer like General Finishes (who has a long history since 1928) are willing ...
Beauty in the Before
Yesterday I posted a restyled French Country Vintage Armoire. When I originally read the online ad for the piece, I thought I was buying a full-size armoire. It turned out to be quite different. The day it was delivered, I realized it was a half pint ...
1930’s “Linen” China Cabinet
This restyle took a little longer than I anticipated. Partly because I took an extra long Thanksgiving-Get-Away to Rochester NY.  Partly because the replacement glass order was slow coming in. It's all okay though. Lately I've been doing my ...
FEATURE FRIDAY – SI READER REDO’S!
To start your weekend, here's another Feature Friday from one of our SI Readers. A big thank you to Josie from Brantford, Ontario CA for emailing me and sharing these beautiful before and afters! "Hi Denise, I am a faithful reader of ...
Feature Friday – SI Reader Redo’s!
Happy Friday everyone... let's do something a little different today. You all know I love featuring other furniture painter's work. Bloggers, boutiques,shop owners and home businesses have all been shared here on the SI Blog and my FB ...
Sister Love at Toronto Shabby Chic!
Although I don't get 'out-there' as often as I'd like, it's always a treat to visit with other furniture painters. For me, dropping by a painter's store, open-house, vendor booth, or home business is always fun and inspiring! Not only because I ...
Pinterest & Painted Furniture Inspirations
Hi everyone! I hope you're all having a great week! Last month I created a Group Board on Pinterest - Painted Furniture IDEAS & DIY. This community board is a great way for all of us to share restyled creations, salvaged and upcycled ideas, ...
Naked or Dressed ~ The Debate on Staging & Styling Your Painted Furniture
Naked or dressed? Is staging your painted furniture really important? I have an ongoing debate with myself when it comes to staging and styling my work. A part of me feels a well-painted piece should stand alone and speak for itself. On the other ...
Quick-Tip-Tuesday ~ Glazing Knobs and Pulls to Customize and Save $$$
Hi everyone... and Happy Tuesday to you! I hope your week is off to a great start! For today's quick-tip, I'll show you how I've been saving $$$ by using 'off-the-shelf' knobs and pulls and transforming them into one-of-a-kind jewels simply by ...
Quick-Tip-Tuesday: My 10 ‘Must Have’ Tips For Moving Painted Furniture…Safely!
Hi everyone... happy Tuesday! My sister came up with this great Q-T-T idea while we were hauling this dresser up from my studio (aka: my basement) to the main floor dining area (aka: my staging / showroom). Whether you're moving unpainted ...
Mix and Match Painted Furniture: Three Secrets To Marry An Odd Couple
Mix and match home decor is all the rage these days - and I L-U-V it because I'm not a match-ee-match type! My decorating style is eclectic, functional, and must have plenty of interest everywhere I look. I speak from experience when I say, ...
Hot Apple Cider, Steaming Java & a Warm Welcome at Pleasant Pickins’ Open House
What do hot apple cider, a steaming cup of java, gorgeous painted furniture, and a warm inviting atmosphere all have in common? They are all pleasant and were for the pickins' at Lynda's Pleasant Pickin's open house this past weekend. I'm a big ...
The Painted Bench in Hamilton
Hi Friends! I'm often asked where I buy my 'boutique' paints from. If you're in the GTA or Niagara Region, The Painted Bench is an amazing stop for boutique paints and furniture painting supplies. Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Miss Mustard ...
Turquoise French Country Sideboard… and a little daydreaming!
With our freezing winter temps and snow piled sky high, I'm dreaming of the warmth of a hot sun, long stretches of soft sandy beach, inviting crystal clear turquoise waters, and fruity tropical drinks with cocktail umbrellas. What does this have ...
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