I know that some people are scared to paint paneling or perhaps are against it, especially if it's wood. As with any to-paint-or-not-to-paint debate, I take this stance. If you love it as is...
stripping an antique pine baker’s table
Who is ready for a furniture makeover tutorial? I haven't had one of those in a while, but you can find a bunch of old ones HERE! If you're new here, working on furniture used to be my specialty. ...
my favorite tools for painting (homes)
When I typed out the title of this post, I realized I needed to make a distinction. "My favorite paint tools" was a bit too broad given that I do a few different types of painting! In this...
how to remove wallpaper glue from walls
When you do an internet search for "how to remove wallpaper glue from walls", you end up finding all sorts of articles that suggest all manner of mixtures to rewet glue and remove it from a wall. I...
my French dining room chairs
If you've followed me for while (even through this most recent move out of our MN home), you know that I'm pretty game to sell just about anything. I can't tell you how many times Jeff has come...
painting a metal gas fireplace surround
So, remember the family room makeover? It's still there, but it has dragged on for quite a while! It's a project that moves in fits and starts. I'll make huge progress and then I'll get...
painting a vintage splint basket
Rewind, if you will, back to the day I went to innocently pick up the pond yacht from a local consignment store. I ended up buying the pond yacht, an antique post office register, an antique quilt...
painting light switches
For those who have asked about painting the light switches, outlets, and trim in the same color as the wall in the basement family room, this post is for you! Before I ever put a roller on the...
painting a vintage dough bowl
I've had this vintage wooden dough bowl for a few years. My mother-in-law gave it to me when they were cleaning out Jeff's grandfather's house. She thought I would like it and she was right. It...
refinishing a vintage paint palette
I spent much of last week working on some freelance writing projects, so I didn't have a chance to make more progress on the basement family room makeover. I am planning to install the chair rail...