Painting
How to Paint Cement Yard Statues
In some circles, cement yard statues are considered tacky. I've seen some really cute ones but never knew how to paint cement yard statues to look classy and not tacky. We've had these two yard statues in our family over 20 years, since the kids were young. So they...
Farmhouse Hutch Makeover
For a couple years now, I've had half my kitchen painted and decorated farmhouse style. It's taking a little longer on the other half since I want to add new countertops, so I decided to go ahead and share what I've done so far, including this farmhouse hutch...
Farmhouse Table Makeover
I've been wanting to makeover my farmhouse table for awhile now. We originally had an oak pub-height table for a few years - which we never used because it was too hard for us to climb up on the chairs. So, I found a nice farmhouse style table online from Walmart for...
Laminate Cabinet Makeover
When we downsized and moved into this smaller home, the only thing I was sad about was losing a separate dedicated sewing/craft room. I always have a project going, so I loved that I could just close the door and go back to it later. There was no room in the new house...
Another Ceiling Fan Makeover – and How NOT to Paint a Ceiling Fan!
Update: If you want to jump down to the RIGHT WAY to paint a ceiling fan - go HERE. If you're thinking about doing a ceiling fan makeover and want to find out WHY not to paint the fan in place, keep reading the story: So, I'm way over the brass ceiling fans in my...
Java Gel Stain Your Bedroom Furniture!
Our bedroom furniture was really in bad shape. I'd love new furniture, but that's not in the budget right now - and this set is really solid and sturdy - just needed a facelift. I've had such good success with gel staining my bathroom vanities that I decided to try...