So just how DO you get that perfect paint finish? Okay, this is quite a big one! Knowing the finish that you are striving for will make all the difference in what materials you use, what will work and play well with other finishes and what sort of prep you need to do. This subject…
Yes, you read that correctly. In the February edition of Country Homes & Interiors magazine, sitting proudly on page 73, there you will see our Mouldings & Appliques! You don’t just have to limit these to headboards! My mouldings can be used on just about anything! Furniture, frames, wall, mirrors, doors, inside the home or…
Annie Sloan, the Queen of chalk paint, has just released another tutorial video. This one covers the basics of painting with two different colours to accent each other. Anyway I thought you might like to see it, so I have posted it below. Don’t forget, if you are interested in learning a bit more about…
What is Annie Sloan Chalk Paint? Most folks who have an interest in creating Shabby chic furniture projects are probably familiar with the name Annie Sloan. Annie has been producing her awesome chalk paint for around two decades now but it has never received such accolade as recently with the onset of popularity of Shabby…
Using Dark Furniture wax over paint is a tried and tested way to protect your paint and create a time-worn look. It takes a pristine looking newly painted piece of furniture and instantly adds years of wear and tear, bags of charm and a country antique look that can really make a piece stand out.…
Need some fast furniture waxing tips? I don’t know about you but I love the painting aspect of up-cycling old furniture. Picking the colours, deciding which effect to put on my project and getting the look just right, and as most people know about me I’m a big user of Annie Sloan chalk paint. This…
