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...
Feb03
American Paint Company – Close-Up Color
Are you ready for a close up? Check out the beautiful finishes created with American Paint Company chalk and clay paints. Vintage Charm Restored in Texas used Home Turf, Born on the 4th mixed with Shining Seas to create a beautiful peacock blue, Blue Jeans as a wash and Born on the 4th again....
Jan31
Facebook Friday #5
One of the best features of our natural chalk and clay paint is being able to work indoors safely! Brrrr, it’s cold everywhere! Stay warm and check out what the paintriots did this week! Restyled Vintage Designs in Indiana painted this dresser using Freedom Road and Plymouth Rock. 4...