How to Hand Paint a Gingham Design
Everybody loves gingham, whether it be large or small. There’s just something so classic and fresh about those little shaded checks. I was feeling like a needed to add some pizazz to…
Painting Metal Fixtures – A Quick Update
Recently I was visiting my daughter and her husband, who are new homeowners.Looking around she declared “sometimes this house still doesn’t feel like ours!” When asked what she meant, she pointed out…
Painted Upholstery – An ‘OMG’ moment!
Have you ever had that moment where you’ve seen something that just stopped you in your tracks, and your mouth hung open? Yup, we just had one of those when we saw…
Creating a Layered Boat Wood Finish
Are you loving the look of old salvage trim, but don’t love the price and availability? We had purchased this wood initial letter made from vintage woods and loved the look and…
Make a Cement Pumpkin
Fall is in the air, and it’s time to get our Halloween projects going. Cement pumpkins are a fun and easy project to do that will stand the test of time, and…
Let’s Paint Some Furniture!
Are you looking to update your home? You can easily get a new look without spending a fortune. Let’s paint some furniture! It’s easier than you think and we think you’ll love…
How to Transfer Images to Furniture
Have you ever wondered how all those DIYers are able to transfer printed images onto painted furniture? Well, now we have an easy way to show you, thanks to one of our…
We’re Painting Fools and Loving It!
There’s a saying that goes “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” We are living proof that this is soooo true, especially since…
Decoupage Using Bungalow 47™ Matte Finish
Are you in the mode of crafting for the holidays? We are too! This week we made a cute Christmas wreath from wood scraps, painted it using our American-made Bungalow 47™ Furniture…
An Old Cabinet Gets a Makeover
Recently we purchased a much smaller house for our empty nest. I was in need of a storage cabinet for the dining room, to store my milk glass collection. The search was on. As…
Adorable Gingham Tray Using Bungalow 47™ Furniture Paint
Remember our board we began with last week, when we made our wood chargers? We had leftovers. This week, this simple board was made into an adorable gingham tray using Bungalow 47™…
Simple Wood Charger + Bungalow 47™ Furniture Paint: Part Two
Last week, we shared a simple project for a wood charger. This week, we will be making a second one, with a bit of vintage texture using Bungalow 47™ Furniture Paint. We…
Simple Wood Charger + Bungalow 47™ Furniture Paint: Part One
The holidays are coming, and we were thinking about friends, dinners, and tablescapes. Chantelle and I both have wood tables, as most people do, and we really wanted to make a quick…
Painting Glass Mason Jars
Painting Glass Mason jars is a great way to get a custom look for whatever glass jar project your heart desires. They make great inexpensive centerpieces, too. Recently, Chantelle’s parents celebrated their…
Vintage Camper Project – Part Two
There’s something a bit magical about Michigan in the fall. The leaves change, the air gets crisp, and it’s a wonderful time to enjoy the great outdoors! This is how we…
Making and Painting Cement Pumpkins Using Bungalow 47™ Furniture Paint
Fall is the prettiest time of year, especially if you are in a color-changing state like we are in Michigan! The days grow shorter, nights get an edge of a chill, and…