Have a bookshelf and want to see how it will look in different styles? Here’s some inspiration for 5 unique ways to paint a bookshelf… I love a good bookshelf makeover. They’re often affordable to pick up, a simple shape to paint, and a useful piece of furniture. All good reasons to give painting one…
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Create a beautiful textured look with clay paint
Can you paint furniture with clay paint? Absolutely! Here’s how to create a beautiful textured look with clay paint. I have an exciting post today as Dixie Belle has just launched a new range of clay-based paint. Not just new colours but a whole new range. To join their chalk paint and (my favourite), their…
How to repurpose a CD rack into something beautiful
Have an old CD rack that you don’t use? Repurpose CD rack and make something beautiful. Here’s how to transform one into a jewellery holder. How often do you have something you don’t use anymore and think the only solution is to sell it or give it away? But what if you could keep it and…
How to make over a bookshelf for a tweenager bedroom
Doing a makeover on a bookshelf for a tweenager bedroom? The skill is in designing it for a child while it lasts them for years to come. A tweenager is the years before becoming a teenager. A child of about 8-12 or so. They want to be grown-up but still like a bit of the…
How to upcycle an old wooden chest with chalk paint
Do you have old furniture in need of a makeover? Here’s how to upcycle an old wooden chest with chalk paint. This chest would have taken a lot of time to restore. So, I chose to have some fun with this makeover. Instead of using wood filler to smooth out the dents, I covered them…
How to add patterns to home decor for an original look
Want to add patterns to home decor without buying new pieces? All you need is your current decor and a stencil you like. Patterned decor can be expensive because by its nature, it’s more unique. So, updating things you already own is a great way for a fresh look. And when it’s time for another…
How do you make MDF look nice?
Can you make MDF look nice? MDF is a budget-friendly option but not very pretty. You need to know the right products to use to make it work. However, a lick of paint and some decoration goes a long way to help make MDF look nice. But there are a few things you need to…
An interesting way to paint a wood stool
You can add a lot of character if you paint a wood stool. Here’s how to use an interesting design to create a one-off, statement piece. An interesting way to paint a wood stool The piece A customer bought this quirky stool from another trader at Homemade at The Barn. Then they asked me to…
The secret to simple and mess-free distressed furniture
Distressing furniture is messy. This makeover is how to create mess-free distressed furniture with a simple household item. It’s so easy you’ll be able to do it before you can say ‘shabby chic’. I found this wine cabinet while I was doing a furniture painting course. The one where I painted these blue and copper…
You’ll never guess why someone wanted my first upcycling project
And the reason you won’t guess is because even I can’t quite believe it. I started upcycling in 2018 and this was my first ever project. I excitedly bought a peacock stencil and some pens for glass and mirrors. It’s funny that what I’m most known for are my flower and bird furniture pieces and…