Mar13
This n’ That Thursday – Working With Bleed Through
I had this piece sitting around for a long while, waiting for both time and inspiration to come. It was an old piece and had seen better days, so there was some repair work to be done before refurbishing it. I could have stained it, but it was in our shop and I don’t like to have...
Mar12
Who, What, Where Wednesday – 4 Quarters Timeless Vintage
Paths are worn between the houses of Janet Reed, Marian Taylor, Sandy Husmann, and Misty Hallisey (a.k.a. the “4 Quarters”). We’ve all memorized each other’s garage codes. Simply put, we are friends and neighbors who enjoy junking, shopping, and creating together!...
Feb13
This n’ That Thursday – A French Buffet
This petite French buffet was painted for our Shizzle Design office but we sold a couple large pieces and had to fill the void. So much for decorating our own place; everything else takes priority. I started out as I always do by giving her a good cleaning. I gave her a base coat of American...
Feb12
Who, What, Where Wednesday – Youngest of Nine Designs
I’m Maria and my story may be a little different than the others you have read. I’ll call it a Lincoln’s Hat cloud with a Silver Mica lining. This is a story about addiction, but I promise there is a happy ending. People often ask if I really am the youngest of nine,...
Feb11
Tip Tuesday – Painting White Over a Dark Surface
Painting white over a dark finish. Have you ever found yourself painting layer after layer of white over a dark stained piece trying to get it to cover the original finish? Painting a piece with a dark walnut or cherry finish with white can be tricky, but one easy way to get better coverage is {Read...
Feb10
American Paint Company’s Surfboard and Momma’s Lipstick – A Pretty Vanity
This vanity had a messed up top – the finish was all bumpy pitted. I had a vision for this piece, and it included a smooth top, so I started by giving my top a little buzz from the mouse sander. My vision wasn’t all mine – I was painting this piece for a dear {Read More...}
Feb07
Painting With All Natural Chalk and Clay Paint
At American Paint Company, we offer over 40 beautiful colors to complete your next painting project. Here’s a sampling of what our paintriots transformed this week: Farmhouse Inspired in Wisconsin painted this hutch using Voyage and Home Plate. Simple Matters in Texas painted this secretary...
Feb06
This n’ That Thursday – Drawer Pulls as Inspiration
It’s been a cold snowy winter in our neck of the woods with temperatures and wind chills in the negatives. With a blizzard in tomorrow’s forecast, I’m looking forward to the lazy hazy days of summer. I picked up these drawer pulls for another dresser but ended up using them...
Feb05
Who, What, Where Wednesday – Perennial Design
The word perennial, by definition is ‘something that is rejuvenating year after year’. Meet, Perennial Design, located in Lebanon, Missouri who strives to fulfill that name. Laurie Bennett started the business with her husband because they wanted to be a part of their downtown community....
Feb04
Tip Tuesday – American Grit Application
Creating an authentic aged look has never been easier. American Grit, a powder/dust substance from American Paint Company, is designed to add years of patina to your piece in one easy step. When dusted on after applying APC Clear Wax, this product will instantly...