How to Paint a Lampshade I love the idea of painting or stenciling an old lampshade to spice it up. If you find one at a second hand store or garage sale, this is the perfect solution to make it exactly what you want it to be. There are a few different ways to paint […]
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The 4 Things you Need to Know about Using Fabric Paint
Suddenly, my DIY and home decor options are endless. You can use fabric paint to re-purpose or recycle lampshades, rugs, curtains, couches, chairs, etc. There are a lot of tricks to making sure your fabric paint projects turn out flawless. 1. Use a washable fabric that is a natural blend for best results. Wash and dry the […]
9 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Paint
I had no idea I could paint some of these things! You are only limited by your imagination, when it comes to paint. Here are 9 amazing things you can paint- that you have never even thought about! 1. Upholstery I am amazed that you can paint upholstery– and excited! I found some terrific upholstery/fabric […]
How To Paint an Upholstered Chair
The success you find in your projects depend mostly on the product that you use. So, the first step is to identify your project and the paint you want to use. To find a chair or couch or something to transform, I would recommend going to garage sales or second hand stores. I never dreamed […]
5 Creative Things You Can Turn Into a Book Shelf
I love to read, and I love to display my books even more than I enjoy reading! Break away from the normal bookshelves, with these creative ideas for displaying your reading collection! Box Shelf I love this idea, so creative and kind of bohemian. Use office clips (yes, office clips) and boxes from Ikea to […]
5 Different Methods For Painting Furniture
There is no right or wrong way to paint your furniture, the method you use will be determined by what coating you are using and how often you paint. I am a fine woodworker and have refinished furniture for over 10 years. I have tried every method out there and I will list the techniques in […]