I would only use this type of paint (chalk paint) if you are going for the distressed, chippy look. I’ve never actually tried to use it to paint something without distressing it, but I have painted several pieces of furniture with this chalk-type paint and it definitely will chip with ...
There really are no right or wrong ways to make wooden Christmas trees. If you just want to dig into your scrap wood pile and start cutting, that’s totally fine and there’s a decent chance you’ll end up with great Christmas trees. But for those of you who would rather have a lit...
chippy paint brush or an old paint brush chalk paint paper plate Instructions If you want to change the base color of the piece you are working on, do that first. So if you want to stain it or paint it a different color, do that and let it dry completely before moving on. Use a ...
But I also knew that there were a few updates I wanted to make. Here’s what our to-do list looked like: Paint front doors black Repaint the column (the paint is all weathered and chippy) Touch up the painted door trim Repaint garage man-door (it’s very worn and messy looking) Up...
3. While paint is still drying, rub it off with your fingers and repeat steps 1 and 2 (if needed) until you achieve an old mossy look. Old mossy, chippy terracotta pots…how fun and how perfect for your garden. Which reminds me, don’t forget to come back tomorrow as we kick off...
Paint wood spindles in the color of your choice. You can use a light whitewash, or fully coat the spindles. It’s totally up to you. I like a little bit of a chippy look. It really gives it that farmhouse style. Step 2. Paint the scrap wood and clay saucers. You will need at...
(casein) and lime, is non-toxic, and has a chalky finish similar to chalky finish paint. It usually comes as a powder that you mix with water yourself. If you do not add a“bonding agent”to milk paint it will self-distress over time (i.e. it will get chippy and worn) though ...
In this online workshop, you will learn how to paint furniture hardware in four different techniques. Classic Metallic, Chalk Painted with glaze or wax, Chippy distressed, and Rub N Buff. Each finish has its own unique look and feel, so you can choose the one that best fits your style....
You may need to get creative in what this actually looks like in a small space, but it will be worth it. Make the walls interesting. Of course, a lovely paint color will go a long way in creating the special ambiance of a beautiful bedroom, but you can even take the wall décor a...
“When I was young I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old I know that it is.”– Oscar Wilde “Financial peace isn’t the acquisition of stuff. It’s learning to live on less than you make, so you can give money back and have money to inve...