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how to paint faux leather
ByRachel Bowyer 15 June 202312 November 2024

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…

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diy wood frame mirror
ByRachel Bowyer 27 April 202327 April 2023

Want to make a DIY wood frame mirror? Here are the easy steps to make it yourself using IKEA mirror tiles. You can make a beautiful DIY wood frame mirror with a few supplies: IKEA mirror tiles, wood trim and…

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Final piece - fresh look on furniture
ByRachel Bowyer 20 February 202310 March 2024

Like to give your furniture a clean, fresh look? Here’s how with pastel colours and a floral transfer in this Spring furniture painting makeover. Just in time for spring, it’s no surprise that florals and pretty colours are right up…

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how to stencil a mirror
ByRachel Bowyer 21 November 202210 March 2024

This is a guide on how to stencil a decorative wall mirror. Check out these two creative mirror ideas and the lessons learned. You don’t see mirror stencils very often. I wondered if it could be done. And was there…

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diy ikea mirror
ByRachel Bowyer 25 September 202210 March 2024

IKEA is a great place for upcycling hacks. Here’s how to create an industrial DIY IKEA mirror without the price tag. DIY industrial mirror supplies 15 IKEA LOTS mirrors, wood trim, chalk paint, and wax. I also used a Z bar to securely attach…

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Wooden mirror
ByRachel Bowyer 19 May 20229 July 2023

Need to update a wooden mirror with a new lease of life? See how paint and a pretty furniture transfer turns boring into a statement piece. I’m excited to share today’s post with you as it’s a collaboration with my…

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Add patterns to home decor
ByRachel Bowyer 22 February 202210 March 2024

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…

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How to use white wax on furniture
ByRachel Bowyer 12 October 202110 July 2023

White wax on furniture creates a faded or whitewashed look over paint or natural wood. It’s a simple process and can have a dramatic impact. My friend, Katherine, asked if I would like this mirror before she put it on…

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Close up of peacock mirror
ByRachel Bowyer 7 September 202110 July 2023

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…

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