A DYI Tray from Lemon Tree Creations

A DYI Tray from Lemon Tree Creations!

You'll love how easy (and cheap) this project is!!

Made from a frame with added handles. Go right now and make yours!

More Inspiration -- Stencils!

Check it out! I just found this online store for stencils, paint, special brushes and more. They have many, many photos and videos for ideas and how-tos. How easy!! I'm trying to decide on which design to order for my secret project (the lowboy that's been in every room).

Royal Design Studio Designs

Tabletops

Walls

Special paint and brushes make it all work.

More ideas

Inspiration!! Check it out

I just found this blog by looking around Pintrest for painted table ideas and came across this talented lady's work. 

Shabby 2 Uniquely Chic

I love old furniture, I love it's character and charm. If it has dents, dings and scratches it means that is has been loved and part of someones life. My desire is to give it new purpose, new life, and a new home. Even though this is a messy job and I am left with a backache, I get so excited for each new piece that comes my way. I can do custom pieces if you have a piece in your own home that needs a little TLC. You can also find me at https://www.facebook.com/Shabby2UniquelyChic

View an original makeover!!

http://shabby2uniquelychic.blogspot.com/2013/04/mahogany-lowboy-dresser.html?m=1

Another day in bed for me :(

Another best of the best home blogs: "In My Own Style -- House of Turquoise". As you will see from her logo above, there are many ideas to keep you dreaming or busy!

http://inmyownstyle.com/

Debra

Saturday

As I am banned from any projects today...



Here is a link to one of my favorite blogs. You can spend lots of time here with all the beautiful photos, inspirations and how-tos.

http://thedecoratingdiva.com/

25 Ways to Decorate a Console Table

25 Ways to Decorate a Console Table

Read more at http://www.remodelaholic.com/2013/03/25-ways-decorate-a-console-table/#hCtk5cxRFouuzovm.99

Today I'm in bed from asthma and trying not to be depressed from this set back. I have interesting JFK work that is just sitting, waiting. So, I'm looking for something to cheer me up!!

I'm always looking for inspiration to freshen up rooms. Here are 25 ideas for accessorizing console tables that you'll love!

Another project with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

Another project with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

Full disclosure!!! The family pets and children scratched and cracked the paint. I kept painting over it until it had too many layers. See new post for part 2.

I don't have a "before" picture handy but here is our black vinyl footstool after a first coat of Old White chalk paint. I took my time reading about painting vinyl with this paint and was so happy to see many examples of chairs, stools and cushions, etc.  knowing how strong the chalk paint holds up, I took a chance. 

I used a small roller to apply lightly, just making a base coat.

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This is after three coats with a wide foam brush. I did sand but the cat jumped up on it and I had to do a quick coat over that so i didn't sand it again. 

I applied Annie Sloan wax to seal the paint and have a nice gloss.

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Here it is!! beautiful, shiny and not BLACK!

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It adds a lighter tone to the room along with the white shag rug.

I love it!!

This project helped me from having the blues as I've been so sick the last two weeks. As of yesterday I am feeling so much better! I sound like myself when I talk!! Not sure what is next. Maybe that Lowboy in the foyer...