So it’s time to talk about the top part of my DIY Mudroom Bench. This part was actually pretty easy and painting was the longest part (isn’t it always?) But once you get past the first part of the actual bench, this part will seem easy. All the supplies you will need were listed in…
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Chalky Finish Paint Organizer
As you might know, I’m a big fan of the DecoArt Chalky Finish paints. I have a bunch of them now and they were getting disorganized. Since we finally got my craft pegboard up, I have changed things around a little bit. And I wanted to make a space for a Chalky Finish paint organizer….
Rustic Stocking Holders
You know me and rustic–we were made for each other. I think I could have survived during early pioneer days. I have all those homemaker skills down pretty well. I really was channeling early settlers when I made these rustic stocking holders. They were pretty easy and I really love how they turned out. It…
Scandinavian Inspired Ornaments
Hello friends! As part of the DecoArt Design Team, this month I was challenged to come up with a project with the theme of International Holidays. There are so many options here, but I was really drawn to the bold red and white of Scandinavia. I really love their style and art, so I decided…
How to Strip Paint Off Wood
There are varying ways of stripping paint off wood. Or rather, there are varying products. But I have only used one, and that is because it is safe. I wouldn’t mind using Klean Strip and getting in with the chemicals, but I work in close quarters with my kids and I wanted to use something…
DIY Quilting Gloves
Anyone who has machine-quilted a quilt knows that it can be hard and tiring to push that large quilt around the needle of your machine. It’s a bit of a workout, actually! Here is something you can make in a couple minutes that will help you when pushing your quilt through–DIY quilting gloves! They are…
Painted Fold Down Desk
School starts in nearly just two weeks. I can’t believe it! I’m also excited, but the other day I realized that this means I’m going to have to be organized again. Organization is something I am capable of, but it is not my strong suit. Especially when it comes to helping my son get all…
20 Barstool Makeovers
5 Tips for Painting Furniture
I’ve been refinishing furniture for about three years now. I’ve painted dozens of pieces, but each time I learn something new. There are so many types of paint, so many different little techniques, so many tips and tricks. But what it usually boils down to are these things: How to Paint Furniture: Prep the surface…
Floor to Ceiling Board and Batten Tutorial
For my recent bedroom makeover, one of the biggest differences was the floor to ceiling board and batten. There are probably 1.5 million Board and Batten tutorials out there. But before I attempted it for the first time, I probably read 1.4 million of those tutorials. Everyone’s method is basically the same, but all slightly…
Master Bedroom Makeover
I finally did a master bedroom makeover. Technically it was kind of decorated before…meaning I had a few extra pillows on my bed and some old art on the wall. I placed a few trinkets here and there. But just look at this disaster of a room. If I could just close off the other…
Easy Patio Makeover
Compensation was provided by Rust-Oleum® via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Rust-Oleum®. I have kind of an embarrassing back patio. It’s filled with various kids play toys and vehicles, scrap wood, miscellaneous chairs, and other random crap. Oh yes, and the…
