I think one of the greatest design pieces that has become popular over the past few years is the chalkboard. Previously assigned to classrooms, it’s now seen everywhere! But what makes the chalkboard special is the quote that’s put there for all to see! ...
I have been asking IOD to make sunflower transfers forever. Really. So when they came out with the Painterly Florals transfer, I couldn’t contain my excitement! As soon as they came in I had to get busy using IOD Painterly Florals transfers. I used the...
The new IOD moulds came in last week! I was so excited I wanted to use resin in IOD moulds to cast some snowflakes and had a resin FAIL. SERIOUSLY. I just wasn’t paying attention. Why do I always make it harder than it has to be? Which made me think that...
Ever get something new and you just can’t wait to play with it?? I’m like a kid at Christmas. Seriously! So I just got in some AMAZING pattern books by Baker Nest that walks you through, step by step, to paint a barn quilt! Let me share the process. I...
Ever have a piece resist your efforts every step of the way? Yeah, this one didn’t want to go down without a fight! This is the story of a tired mid century desk and the MULTIPLE efforts it took to bring her new life. Meet Mid Century. She was old and worn...
As much as I love painting furniture, it’s the hardware that can make or break the look. Sometimes the hardware is perfect and all it needs is a good cleaning. Sometimes it’s all wrong (or some is missing) and I end up replacing it. (D. Lawless Hardware...
