Have a plain wooden tray that you’d like to give a new life to? Here’s how I used a decor stamp to give a breakfast tray a fun makeover. Thanks to Iron Orchid Designs for gifting today’s decor stamp. This…
Bored or the faux leather look or want a project to upcycle? Here’s how to paint faux leather furniture in 4 easy steps. Here’s how I took a plain, dark brown faux leather mirror and turned it into pretty, textured…
Knowing how to organize paint supplies and materials saves time. If you have a lot of paint supplies, you need to organize them effectively. Whether you have a dedicated art studio or a small space for painting, you’ll find the…
DIY Signs as Gift Ideas for Dad on Father’s Day What thoughtful gift can you give your dad on Father’s Day? A DIY sign. Make something personal with these Fathers Day sign ideas. The best Father’s Day gifts are always…
Like the rustic wooden look of a country kitchen? Add a splash of colour to farmhouse decor with paint to add interest and still keep the modern farmhouse style feel. I made a mistake on this one. So it didn’t…
Like the look of a Modern DIY Hairpin Leg Desk but on a budget? Here’s how anyone can make an affordable DIY desk. This post includes gifted products and affiliate links so you can easily find the products I use…
How to clean acrylic paint brushes Want to know the best ways to clean paintbrushes? Here’s how to clean acrylic paint brushes after using furniture paint with an acrylic base. Not sure whether your paint is acrylic? This includes paint…
DIY black painted furniture can look beautiful. It’s moody, dramatic and clean. But it isn’t an easy colour to paint perfectly. Particularly, top coats often leave streaks. In this makeover, I share a piece that I’m repainting with classy black…
Can’t open your plastic paint pot lid? There are easy ways to open paint with stuck plastic lid. Here are the best tips for how to do it. Whether you’re working with Dixie Belle or Fusion Mineral paint, getting the…
To successfully paint wood furniture black is difficult. Top coats often turn out streaky. Fortunately, I found a way to get a great result. Black and white are some of the hardest paint colours to finish well. Many thanks to…