I’d have to say that painting chair spindles is at the very bottom of my favorite things to do list. Spindles are often ornate, and really hard to get good coverage on if you have a thin paint or are…
How I saved a thrift store book case with Fusion Mineral Paint
I love shopping thrift stores for furniture because you can really find some quality pieces amongst the junk. I say that with the utmost respect for people’s “donations” but some of the things you find at thrift stores leave you…
3 important tips for refinishing veneer furniture…
Typically, I prefer rustic and hardy furniture for a lot of my furniture updates. But every now and then I have the creative itch to get out and do something a little different. When that itch happens, I lean towards…
How to Update a brick fireplace with paint…
The answer to this blog is to simply use Fusion Mineral Paint. I have sworn by, and will continue to swear by using Fusion Mineral Paint products in all my projects whether they are furniture or home-reno related. The thought…
The best way to say goodbye to summer…
At last I find myself in front of a computer after the hundred and fifty thousand chores on my list I just completed. It has been an eternity of a summer and after the heat and non-stop craziness that was…
Art Deco: The most underrated style in furniture design…
I have to be honest about something. Art deco design does not get the furniture fame it deserves. I have always said that art deco furniture is the most underrated style in furniture design because it has its own unique…
The best two-tone look on a basic dresser…
You’ve probably seen this dresser a hundred times in several different places. More than likely at a yard sale, thrift store or even on the curb. Dressers like this aren’t really anything exciting to look at, but they are affordable…
After years of painting, I’ve found the perfect Green…
I’ve been painting furniture for seven years now and I have to be honest, it’s a tough game. Furniture refinishing is never a monotonous job. The furniture styles are different, and the issues on each piece are never the same….
Two Ways to Make your Painted furniture Pop
Painted furniture has always been an easy way to bring character or color to your spaces. There are so many possibilities with painted furniture that it can be overwhelming. There are colors, textures, and graphics to consider, but on top…
How to DIY Built-ins using Box Store Cabinets
It’s no secret that custom carpentry is EXPENSIVE! Add in the current inflated cost of lumber and you can kiss your dream cabinets goodbye. This will inevitably lead you to buying a cheap piece of furniture to fill your space…
How to restore an old cabinet…
A few weeks ago I shared a snippet of some decor changes on my Instagram stories. Soon after, I got tons of comments and questions asking for more info on the old hardware/apothecary cabinet I had in my dining room….
Fusion Feature: New Fusion Product!
It’s no surprise that I am an avid Fusion lover and have been working with their products for years. You can scroll back on my feed and see just how many projects I’ve been able to complete with their line…
