Trendy two-tone stain and paint furniture makeovers. Hey Guys! I say, let’s save the stain. If you’ve been here a while you know I paint, usually everything. But more and more lately I want to try to save at least part of the original look. Talking furniture of course. Looking back on past projects some… [Read More]
11 Reasons Why You Should Paint Furniture With Latex Paint
I can give you 11 really good reasons why you should paint furniture with latex paint. The first type of paint I used on furniture was latex. That was back in the day before paint shelves at hardware stores and shops online were overrun with specialty furniture paints. You guys know I use some of… [Read More]
Unpacking Boxes And Boxes Of Auction Buys + Junk Shop Video Tour
Don’t miss the junk shop video tour in this post. Guys I’ve been on a total junkin’ marathon. I bought several large box lots of odds and ends at an auction, made a trip to my favorite junk shop, went up to the Guthrie Kentucky Flea Market, and got a freebie project from my Sister…. [Read More]
Prime And Paint Metal Furniture Using A Paint Sprayer + Video
It’s super easy to prime and paint metal furniture using a paint sprayer. I just repainted my vintage metal glider using a new super paint sprayer. You guys have seen me use my HomeRight Finish Max sprayer on a variety of projects. I love that paint sprayer and now HomeRight has a more powerful sprayer…. [Read More]
DIY Stenciled Shutter Sign | Hello Sunshine
I found an old shutter at my favorite junk shop and knew it was the perfect size for a wall sign. I’ve made several signs out of shutters over the years and each one is different. The DIY stenciled shutter sign is hanging over the bed in the turquoise and orange guest bedroom. This post… [Read More]
Vanity Stool Makeover Before And After
I have a thing for vintage vanity stools and chairs. I especially like this vanity chair because it has arms. I painted and replaced the fabric on the junk store find. The fabric choice was interesting. Not because of the color or design, although it’s really pretty, but because of where I got the fabric…. [Read More]
How To Distress And Wax Chalk Finish Paint
I get questions weekly about how to wax chalk finish paint or does chalky type paint have to be waxed. Sometimes I wax and sometimes I don’t. That was a big help wasn’t it. You guys know I do my own thing. My project today is a cedar chest and it’s waxed. There is a… [Read More]
My DIY Tea Kettle Flower Pots Make The Neighbors Jealous
I’m not tea-sing when I say my DIY tea kettle flower pots are the hit of the neighborhood. The front porch is covered with kitchen ware. It’s a sight. Not sure if the neighbors are jealous or embarrassed by my porch display. I didn’t use just any old tea kettles. The ones I found in… [Read More]
Vintage Sun Crest Clock And Graniteware Water Dipper
Junk Time…. Every time I make a trip to my favorite junk shop I drool over Mr. Butler’s vintage sun crest clock. He has it hanging in the front room of the shop and most things hanging on the wall are not for sale. I’m on the hunt for a similar clock but so far… [Read More]
Trash To Treasure: Thrift Store Lazy Susan Makeover
Trash to Treasure Lazy Susan This is the perfect lazy susan makeover if I do say so myself. The lazy susan got a coat (or two) of paint then I stenciled a colorful design over the whole thing. You guys know I can’t do decorative painting so stencils it is and the stencil design is… [Read More]
Super Easy Way To Make White Paint Look Old
Small Table Makeover I get a lot of questions about how to make white paint look old or aged or antiqued. It’s a popular look. White furniture, especially if the paint is white white, is kind of blah without some kind of special finish. The small table makeover today has a painted top and I… [Read More]
3 Ridiculously Easy Summertime DIY Projects With A How To Video
Easy Breezy Summertime Project Ideas Well guys, this is going to be a ridiculously short post. Just sharing 3 easy Summertime DIY projects I think you will love. The DIY’s feature three of my favorite things; spray paint, sisal rope, and hot glue. I have a few photos and even fewer instructions. The video tells… [Read More]
