I have been looking for a rug for my dining room for 6 months now, and have come up empty handed. The only one that was the right size, color and style was $3200.00 and… that ain’t happenin- 🙂 So, I decided to paint a rug. IKEA had the perfect size rug, and it was […]
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7 {Inexpensive} Places to Buy Furniture Hardware
The best way to add the “wow” factor to an old piece of furniture (or even a new one) is to replace the hardware. Fancy hardware can make an “eh” piece of furniture look amazing. In fact, I went looking for a dresser for my daughter, and couldn’t find anything I liked. So, I got […]
Easy Pillow Shams in 30 Minutes
I have never been much of a seamstress, and when I say that, I mean that I still need the manual to thread the needle. Thank goodness for manuals. So I am usually looking for pillows to buy instead of looking for fabric. This last month, I got adventurous for […]
The Easiest Way to Frame Fabric
The Easiest Way to Frame Fabric I wanted to use fabric as mats for my frames, but I wanted to make sure the fabric was straight and tight. So, here is what you need: Frames Masonite (white if you can) Spray adhesive Fabric I used custom frames, made by my […]
Painting and Distressing a Mirror- Under 30 Minutes
Years ago, I remember searching for just the right piece, whether it be a frame that was the right color and style, or a mirror that was perfect for the space. That, my friends, is a hard way to put together a home. What was wrong with me? It was as if spray paint were just […]
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 […]