Here are my best tips for getting a smooth even finish on your painted projects! Whether you are painting wood furniture, cabinets, doors, or trim, these pointers will help you minimize brush marks, streaks, or uneven color on your painted surfaces. If you
Is painted furniture still in style? Can you paint furniture and sell it for a profit? What type of furniture should you paint and when should you NOT paint it? I’ll talk about how to paint and flip furniture and give you some examples of channels that do a good job with specific decor styles.
I’ve seen projects featuring Salt Wash paint additive and I wanted to try some myself. In this video I’m transforming a shiny ceramic lamp, crock, and planter into stylish, textured pieces. I’ll tell you what I learned and show you how to achieve different finishes with paint,
Want to know what trends you should look out for as a furniture flipper, or someone who likes to DIY the latest in home decor? Join me as I take a peek at the wholesale showrooms of the Dallas Market Center. I’ll show you examples of what’s up-and-coming in furniture and decor, then we’ll talk about how to apply this
Today I’ll walk you step-by-step through painting the frame of your mirror without taking it apart. I’ll show you how to use chalk paint to transform the look of an old wall mirror, and I’ll give you tips for using spray paint too. For you furniture flippers, I’ll also address the question: Is it profitable to resell mirrors?
Today’s video is a thrift store flip inspired by the fashion brand Consuela Bags. I’ll show you step-by-step how I transformed an old wooden tool box into a pretty caddy for my kitchen table. I was inspired by one of Consuela’s tote bags called “Bonita”. This DIY painting tutorial will show you that a little paint and creativity can turn trash to treasure!
Can you really paint an upholstered piece of furniture? How do you know what it will look like and if you’ll like it? What color of paint should you use? How do you use it? Will it be crunchy and uncomfortable to sit on? Will it stain your clothes? In today’s video I’ll answer these questions. Spoiler alert: yes you CAN paint
Unpainted wicker, rattan, and bamboo furnishings are wildly popular right now! But what if you have a piece that is dark stained or painted white? Can you re-create the look of warm golden natural wicker with paint? Today I’m showing you an easy step-by-step tutorial for faux painting
Today I’m sharing 8 tips for success if you want to have a booth at a holiday market, craft, or art fair. I’m showing examples of some booths at Vintage Market Days (VMD) in McKinney Texas. Follow these steps to create a beautiful booth full of merchandise that sells!
Today I’m sharing 3 tips for blending chalk paint! I’ll demonstrate my blending technique on a recent furniture piece I painted for a client. What tools do I need? What type of paint should I use? What colors work best? I’m answering these questions and reviewing Waverly brand chalk paint and brushes. If