Vintage Desk and Soda Shop Chair When painting a vintage wood desk you can decide to work with the flaws caused from aging or try to restore it to it’s original state. You guys know me. I work with the flaws! That’s why the technique of distressing paint was invented. I also have a chair… [Read More]
Painted Furniture Makeovers Before And After
Yard Sale Furniture
Buy Yard Sale Furniture To Paint Yard sale furniture is usually inexpensive and a lot of times it’s in good condition. Yard sales are my number one place for finding furniture. Sad to say I haven’t been going to yard sales like I did a few years ago. When we lived in Florida I would… [Read More]
Vaseline Layered Paint Technique Can Be Tricky
Layering Woes I use the vaseline layered paint technique quite often. That doesn’t mean it always goes well. Take this project for instance. I worked on it forever because I overdid the Vaseline. It happens. I finally achieved the layered paint finish I was going for…..it just happened in a roundabout way. I’ll tell you… [Read More]
Distress Boys Bedroom Furniture Because You Know They Will
How To Distress Wood Spindle Bedroom Furniture It will save a lot of time and energy if you distress boys bedroom furniture after you paint it. Because I can tell you…..that furniture is going to be distressed. I don’t want to give boys a bad rap because painted furniture gets dings and scrapes even in… [Read More]
Paint Bedroom Furniture Gray
When you paint bedroom furniture gray the choice of accent colors is endless. I’ve been moving toward neutral colors for furniture. I know. That is so not me. I’ve decided it’s better to add the wow color factor with the room accessories and change up the inexpensive decor when with the seasons……or my mood. That… [Read More]
13 What Was I Thinking Painted Furniture Makeovers
I have to call my taste into question on some of my furniture makeovers. I look at past projects and cringe or just shake my head. Today you get to see some of my questionable makeovers. You may not have seen them before because I deleted the posts on most of them. I didn’t want… [Read More]
Things To Know About Distressing Painted Furniture
Today I’m sharing a few things I’ve learned about distressing painted furniture and home decor. You guys know I call myself the Queen of Distressing. There’s a reason for that. Distressing paint is my very favorite furniture makeover technique. You can distress anything that’s been painted, lamps, photo frames, wall and window molding, etc. Distressing… [Read More]
How To Use Metallic Gold Spray Paint On Furniture Makeovers
Accessorize With Metallic Gold Spray Paint The combination of metallic gold spray paint and glossy white paint is a winner….clean and classy. When you see how I used the gold spray paint I think you’ll be impressed. I know I am. I’m patting myself on the back and eating a piece of chocolate. How about… [Read More]
How To Paint Damaged Wood Furniture
It’s hard to find wood furniture in perfect condition. But that’s okay with me. I love to paint damaged wood furniture because those areas of imperfections distress so beautifully. If you like distressed paint you’re in the right place! I call myself the queen of distressing and I can show you how to “go to… [Read More]
French Provincial Furniture Makeover With A Custom Mix Color
Custom mix turquoise paint is the secret to this sweet French Provincial furniture makeover. I’ve heard people say they wouldn’t paint French Provincial furniture but I would paint it in a heartbeat. French Provincial is one of my favorite furniture styles. The white furniture with gold trimmed white drawer pulls was pretty it it’s day…. [Read More]
Metallic Silver Paint Wash For Gray Furniture
Try a metallic silver paint wash to dress up gray furniture. Shiny silver paint is a little over the top for some furniture pieces and this is another option The wash gives gray paint a soft metallic look. I made a video of the metallic wash process so you can see exactly how it works…. [Read More]
Buzz-Worthy Black And White Buffalo Check Chairs
Buffalo Check Chairs The one furniture makeover all of you should take on is a wood dining room chair with a fabric seat. It’s a project that will give you the most dramatic change with the least amount of work. This makeover goes right at the top of my list of favorites. Like many of… [Read More]