Earlier this week I showed you this vintage chest of drawers and promised you a makeover. I thought it would be fun to use this piece to show you how to easily distress paint to create texture and a feel of days gone by. This chest of drawers had me drawn in when I first spied the legs, the ... READ the POST
Aged Finish Created by using Paint
One of the most often questions I get asked by readers about my work is how I create an aged finish on my pieces. The kind of effect that tells a story of days gone by and looks as though it has been around for years. I recently acquired this vintage mirror with gorgeous ornate carvings from a good ... READ the POST
Garage Sale Freebie to Volkswagen Bus
Early this past spring, I was on the hunt for furniture for our girls room makeover. They had a mish-mosh of pieces that didn't coordinate and needed more space. When I spied a local garage sale had a vintage French Provincial set, I hopped on over. (Bedroom makeover coming soon!) Turns out a good ... READ the POST
Why I Love My HomeRight Finish Max Paint Sprayer
There's no denying that when you find something that makes your life easier and affords you more time for other tasks or pleasures in life, the first thing you want to do is tell others about it so they can benefit too. That, my friends, is what this post is all about. A few weeks ago I shared with ... READ the POST
Creating Layers of Love with Paint and Stain
Do you swoon when you see layers of paint and stain on the side of a barn with time-worn wear, or better yet, on a piece of furniture? I mean, there's a story there. That chippy goodness tells the life of that piece, and what travels it's had - those layers of love. No, I'm not crazy, but maybe a ... READ the POST
Aqua Blue Table ~ My Favorite Furniture Color
Want to see my favorite aqua blue table makeover? Recently, a client of mine asked for a pair of nightstands to go with a dresser she had purchased from me, and so began the hunt. I love this part. I mean, what could be better than shopping for furniture? A new little flea market had opened ... READ the POST
