RELOVED FURNITURE
Wax or Polycrylic over chalk paint? All your questions about using wax vs. polycrylic over chalk paint answered! The response has been overwhelming to my post on using wax or polycrylic over chalk paint (you can read the original post here: To Wax or Not to Wax?) So, I decided to post an update with answers to your most frequently asked questions on ...continue reading
After I posted this Faux Copper Patina project on FaceBook, I got several emails requesting a tutorial. Since I wasn't actually planning on writing a tutorial on repainting garden statues, I might not have the most helpful photos, but I'd love to share the project with you! Well, I started with this resin garden statue of a couple of sweet, little ...continue reading
I wanted to share with you a quick tutorial on how to mix Paint Minerals™ into your own Chalk Style Paint. First, what is Paint Minerals™? Well, if you are not familiar with it, Paint Minerals™ is a non-toxic blend of plant and mineral ingredients that will turn ordinary latex paint into decorator-style paints. You can read more about it here. Paint ...continue reading
What to look for when buying furniture to reLove I have been asked several times over the past few months, what to look for when buying furniture to reLove. So I wanted to share my criteria with you on what to look for when purchasing vintage furniture to repaint. Construction The very first thing I look for is solid wood. If the piece is made from ...continue reading
To wax or not to wax? Ah... The age old question: "To wax or not to wax over chalk paint?" OK, so maybe it isn't the question that's been around for as long as chalk paint itself, but it is definitely a dilemma I've been facing more and more... Nothing compares to the soft luster and rich glow of a freshly waxed piece of reLoved furniture!! However, ...continue reading
Hello Friends! Today, I'd like to share with you a (not so) DIY Chalk Paint Recipe, using a product I have been testing. I know you guys have heard all the hype about the miraculous Chalk Paint, and many of you are devoted fans. But for those who haven't, Chalk Paint is a beautiful velvety, matte finish paint for furniture that requires NO sanding, priming, ...continue reading
I've been asked a few times How to Paint Stripes on furniture. So today, I'd like to share my painting technique for crisp lines with you guys! Please note: this is my technique for painting stripes on smooth surfaces, like furniture. I have a different technique for painting stripes on textured walls. First, you'll want to figure out your color scheme ...continue reading
So you all have heard of Engineer Prints, right?? Well, if not, get ready... because Engineer Prints are going to be life changing, literally! ...well, maybe just for me. I have so many ideas swirling around in my head. But today I wanted to share with you the Engineer Print Chest I made for my mom for Mother's Day! This is so exciting! So, first off, ...continue reading
Quick Touch-Ups So you need to touch-up some scratches in your wood furniture? No wood touch-up pens, blend sticks, and special repair kits for this girl! Being an avid DIYer, and and lover of all things repurposed, you know I cannot use a packaged product for its intended use! Besides, let's save the stain markers for the art projects! Sharpie marker, ...continue reading
