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Algonquin

January 17, 2017

Algonquin

Fusions most popular deep taupe tends to change its color tone depending on the lighting situation. Is this neutral color a yellow-beige or a brownish-grey or a grey-sage? It’s really hard to say as it all depends on the colors around it. It can go with […]

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by lisa

January 12, 2017

Before & After Chest

Chest painted in Annie Sloans Old Ochre Chalk Paint This chest was purchased in 1950 and to keep the vintage aesthetics, the Old Ochre paint color was perfect. Slightly distressed and clear wax finished with lightly applied dark wax.

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by lisa

November 2, 2016

Saltwash Table

Using a Saltwash technique, i gave this table an authentic time worn look, as if weathered from years on the coast. I painted Duck Egg Blue on the first coat, which shows through here & there under the Old White top coat. And..check out the […]

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by lisa

October 10, 2016

Before & after bedroom

Here are before & afters from a project I just completed for a client. The furniture was a bedroom dresser, armoire & 2 night stands Hand painted in French Linen base color and Old White over that

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by lisa

October 5, 2016

Another happy customer

I painted this old record player cabinet for a customer in Annie Sloans Duck Egg Blue Looks awesome!! Thanks Ellen Here is a Before & After

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sit and be merry

Sit and be merry on this French Linen painted bench with storage One coat Old White paint and two coats French Linen paint. Sanded lightly and coated with Dark Wax. The finish is superb! Love the color too. For sale in Shop

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French Linen painted Bench

The bench is almost complete! I painted it in French Linen paint. I just need to finish with wax, both clear and dark, and it will be done and for sale in my Shop

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by lisa

love the curve

In this dresser , that is I just picked up this dresser and love the curved front, hardware, leg style, and just plain quality of this Hepplewhite Style Chest.

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Before and After Furniture

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by lisa

home find- i love benches

I found this bench and just love it! They are not easy to come by. Especially strong solid wood benches…and I adore then in entry ways and mud rooms. Add some throw pillows and wa-lah! Oh..and the top of the bench opens for some additional […]

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Before and After Furniture

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by lisa

Duck Egg Blue Accent Table

Well, I’m finally finished with this table and it looks great! I used Duck Egg Blue Annie Sloan Chalk Paint with some Dark Wax accents and two coats clear finishing wax. It is now for sale in Shop

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by lisa

Table Redo Part 2

I’ve conquered this table…it is mine!! I finally am able to paint the table and chose Duck Egg Blue by Annie Sloan. The paint is still wet but couldn’t wait to get pics of it. I love this color and felt this piece called out […]

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4 Drawer Dresser Almost Done

Well, I added a clear wax finish on this piece yesterday, added some distressing, and little dabs of dark wax here and there. I just need to add the new back on the dresser, the old one was pretty beat up and it will be […]

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by lisa

February 11, 2016

4 Drawer Dresser Update

In my previous post, I showed you the dresser before picture and the top completed with a dark stain Below are the updates to that piece, showing it painted and distressed. I added a coat of Clear Wax but I need to add a bit […]

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by lisa

December 8, 2015

Before and After

Here are some ideas of what I can do with your old wood furniture. Before & After pictures to help your imagination run wild!! Match any interior design and any home style with a little paint and a little ingenuity. Add a focal point to any […]

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by lisa

December 8, 2015

Dresser Makeover Awesomeness

I found these great ideas for your old dresser. With a little elbow grease and some paint, your furniture can be repurposed to use in your entry way to hold hats and gloves or your dining room for extra silverware or place mats. I absolutely love these ideas! I […]

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by lisa

November 20, 2015

Accent Table Old White

New Accent Table for sale Cute Cute Cute!! Check out Shop Furniture for all for sale

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November 16, 2015

A Picture is Born!

I wanted to try Annie Sloan Chalk Paint on fabric. I have to say it works really well and Coral, of course, was my choice to try. I think it came out pretty awesome. I added a rustic frame and voila! A picture is born

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November 12, 2015

4 Drawer Dresser Prep- Wood Top

This wooden dresser is so fabulous. I sanded the top to prep for stain and was shocked at the beauty of the wood grain. It was so pretty I didnt want to do anything to it but it was too light. I have to say, […]

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by lisa