3 Things That Make a House a Home
I’m sharing the 3 things that make a house a home. Home has changed a lot for us lately. Being an empty nester is weird. Our house is quiet, there’s no sporting…
How to Create a Cozy Home
I made a big move. Not just any move, but the “official downsizing, all of our children are married” kind of move. I didn’t mean to do it, well I did, just…
DIY Crackle Finish with School Glue
DIY Crackle Finish. Celebrating back to school with a fun DIY crackle finish with school glue and Bungalow 47 chalk type paint. Creating a Crackle Finish Creating a crackle finish is fun,…
How to paint with a Clay + Chalk Paint
Have you ever wondered how to paint with a clay and chalk paint? Creating a textured surface or a smooth surface is easy with a chalk type paint. Follow along as we…
How to Prepare Furniture Before Painting
Many people say that you can just begin painting furniture with no prep. That is true for some pieces. But you will get better results if you take a bit of care…
Advanced Painting Technique – Textured Clay Finish
Recently we had the opportunity to hold a ‘retailer training retreat’ at the summer cottage. There’s nothing like planning, learning and working while staring at a lake. After all the laughing we did,…
Layering Four Colors to Create One Great Look
Have you ever wondered how to create the aged look of time on a painted piece? It’s easy using a chalk and clay paint. I will share how layering four colors…
Rose Bowl Flea – Ready for Bargains!
It ‘s time to head to the Rose Bowl Flea – ready for bargains! It’s that time of year again, where the weather gets better and people are out hunting for…
Warehouse Sale
Do you remember when you were a kid, the anticipation of Christmas morning? What would you find under the tree? Will they like your gift? Will you wake up to an ideallyic…
Painting Furniture… or Should I Say Painting Metal?!
Wondering what chalk type paint can be used on? Well… it will adhere wonderfully to most surfaces. Wood, laminate, formica, glass, ceramic and even metal. However, a good thing to keep…
I’d Like to Buy a Vowel…
I’m headed to Round Top Antiques Market and I’d like to buy a vowel please! When it comes to decorating with salvage letters, I’m a FAN! I love everything about them….
The Prairie in Round Top, Texas
The Prairie in Round Top, Texas is one of our favorite places to go! Since it is the week of fun in Round Top, Texas right now, I thought I would…
Guest Room Makeover at Chantelle’s House
Our last two daughters moved out this past year making us official empty nesters. While I love all of my girls to pieces and it was hard to see them go,…
Message in a Buffet
This is the special story of how we left a message in a buffet. Half the fun of our job is in finding the pieces that we paint. Sometimes we come…
5 Ways to Making Big Changes
I don’t know if you’re like me, but I’m a ‘right now’ girl. If I get an idea, I want to do it right away. If I think I need something, I…
Tips for Better Room Function
It’s always fun to make changes to your space and make it feel fresh. Today we are sharing tips for better room function. Assess Your Rooms I realize most of you may…