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how to paint furniture black
ByRachel Bowyer 11 May 202310 March 2024

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…

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ByRachel Bowyer 24 September 20229 July 2023

Have a coffee table in need of a refresh? Here’s how to give it a beautiful update with a chalk paint coffee table makeover. A coffee table is a good choice for a simple upcycling project. They often have easy-to-paint,…

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Textured look clay paint
ByRachel Bowyer 1 July 20229 July 2023

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…

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Space saving table and chairs.
ByRachel Bowyer 25 April 20229 July 2023

Have a space-saving table and chairs that needs a new look? Here’s a hideaway table and chairs that gets a modern makeover. I got this table and set of stools for free from a neighbour having a garage sale. They’re…

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The best upcycling project for beginners – the 8 rules
ByRachel Bowyer 20 January 20229 July 2023

The best upcycling project for beginners may come in different forms but there are eight rules to follow which will lead to success. Of course, rules are made to be broken. And you can break some of these eight rules…

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How to make over a small side table with golden glamour
ByRachel Bowyer 24 November 20219 July 2023

A small table is a low risk way to start upcycling. Here’s how to make over a small side table with a golden wow factor. They’re small so don’t use a lot of paint. Often have straightforward shapes so won’t…

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How to upcycle a small table for the second time
ByRachel Bowyer 13 July 202110 March 2024

Here are two ways to upcycle a small table. One makeover is teal and gold and the other is dark and moody. Which do you like best? Not every project can be a success. And in this case, I had…

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Finished stencilled image
ByRachel Bowyer 11 May 202110 March 2024

Want to be able to use furniture stencils? Here’s what you need to know on how to successfully paint a layered stencil. Creating the stencil I bought this cherry blossom stencil from Etsy. I paid £3.42 for a digital file…

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Finished decoupaged apple crate table
ByRachel Bowyer 14 March 202110 July 2023

Want to know how to decoupage wood furniture? Here are two decoupage techniques with tips on the process and products. Decoupage, or adding paper to furniture, opens up a whole new world to furniture refinishing. Imagine all of the beautiful…

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