I nearly didn’t publish this post. When I finished extending the legs of this little table, I wasn’t totally satisfied with how it turned out. However, I have been living with this table in my kitchen for a few months now. Continue reading
The last couple of weeks have been a wee bit unsettled for me. I’ve been distracted by a few changes at work … so much so that I haven’t written a post in over a week or picked up a paint brush. Continue reading
This humble little side table was given to us by Mum and Dad a couple of years ago. Continue reading
Many years ago I purchased an Ikea Tallboy for my bedroom. At the time this was all I could afford and I wasn’t too fussed by laminate furniture. Times have moved on and so have my tastes. However, this tallboy seems to follow me everywhere. Continue reading
It’s been quite some time since I finished this makeover. I felt as if I needed to make peace with this little TV unit before I could share it. All I wanted was a quick and simple makeover of my entertainment unit with a chalk paint wash. Continue reading
I recently found this really sweet wicker chair at our local thrift shop. It was a child’s version of the larger wicker chairs often used to decorate outdoor areas. Continue reading
The last couple of weeks have been a little hectic. I had Miss E’s 6th birthday party to organise … complete with a Wonder Woman cake. Mum and Dad were also visiting from Canberra. Whenever they visit, Paul and I always take to opportunity to catch a couple of movies, as well as head out for dinner. Continue reading
The chest-of-drawers in our bedroom was the first piece of furniture that I purchased with the intention to paint. To date, all my furniture makeovers have been hand-me-downs or orphans in need of some tender loving care. I love the french provincial style and the classic black distressed look. Combining the two is a winning combination Continue reading
Inspired by my successful first experience using chalk paint … with the makeover of a terracotta garden pot (see here). I decided I was ready to progress to a piece of furniture. My next victim project is the makeover of a pine kitchen chair using chalk paint. Continue reading
I once read that when painting furniture, you should choose decent pieces to begin with. I’m not entirely sure what the definition of decent was, I suspect the author was referring to the overall shape and style. But when it comes to substance … they don’t get any more solid than my pine bookcase. Continue reading