Do you have an item on your DIY to do list that makes you nervous? Our fireplace was an element of our home that we hated, I mean absolutely hated. So much that we became complacent with it, just because we didn't know what to do with it and I was nervous to paint a brick fireplace. You know that feeling? When you dislike something so much you ignore it's existence? Ya, that's where we were with our fireplace. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission from your purchases from my links, with absolutely no extra charge to you! 🙂 So when we were setting our 2018 goals, the Hubby and I finally decided on a plan of attack. I wanted to try painting the brick white, especially since our original brick had zero ... [Read More]
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Easy Painted Wrapping Paper
Do you have your tree up yet? I'm still setting up some decorations, but that hasn't stopped me from getting some gifts wrapped! Disclosure: This post is sponsored by DecoArt. As always all opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links. I decided to create my own wrapping paper with the help of DecoArt Americana paint and my Sizzix Big Shot to coordinate with my tree. I'm loving how it came out and I'm excited to share how you can make your own too! Easy Hand Painted Wrapping Paper What you will need: Sizzix Big Shot Cutting Pads Bigz Die - I used my Reindeer Die Mat Board Americana Acrylic Paint in Black Paint Brush Kraft Wrapping Paper Bow, Trimmings, etc. Start by creating a Sizzix sandwich. The sandwich for using a Bigz die is a ... [Read More]
EASY DIY Frosted Glass Vase | Whip It Up Wednesday
Are you ready for another Whip It Up Wednesday? Spring has finally sprung and the weather is perfect for getting out the spray paint for a little DIY! This post contains affiliate links. DIY Frosted Glass Home Decor Last year, I was the lucky winner of a Krylon® Prize Pack of spray paints from a raffle I entered at the CHA Mega Show. I was so excited to receive my prize; a huge box packed with a variety of finishes perfect for my party decor! I've always loved the frosted glass look so when I saw the Krylon® Sea Glass Finish in a beautiful Rose color, I knew I wanted to try it for my Easter Tablescape. I needed a vase for some fresh flowers on my Easter table so I decided to upcycle a juice carafe. To prepare the carafe for ... [Read More]
Easy Ombre Word Art with DecoArt
Some time ago I purchased a few large wooden words to hang in my studio but like some of my other personal projects, they were forgotten. But when I saw that this month the DecoArt Core Blogger assignment was to paint word art in the new Americana Acrylic Paint colors, I knew this was my chance to cross this item off my list! And to share my favorite paint technique, Ombre! Disclosure: I am a DecoArt Core Blogger and I received product/compensation for this post. All opinions are my own. So let's get started! ... [Read More]
Rustic Christmas Tree Decor
Looking for a simple and charming DIY to match your Rustic Christmas Decor? I'm sharing how you can transform a plain wooden Christmas Tree with DecoArt Color Stain over on the DecoArt Blog! Stop by and check it out! Happy Crafting! ... [Read More]
DIY Globe Wedding Guestbook
Wedding season is fast approaching and I am getting ready with an easy DIY Globe Wedding Guestbook tutorial over on the DecoArt Blog! Are you planning a wedding or bridal shower soon? Maybe you are part of the wedding party and wonder what gift to give the lovely couple before their big day? How about painting a beautiful Globe in their wedding colors for their guests to sign? I don't know about you but I don't have my guest book displayed in my home. But if I had a globe like this, I know it would be displayed proudly for sure! With a little bit of crafting and imagination, the possibilities and themes are endless. Just paint the Globe in any color palette and add Vinyl to match any theme. Best of all it's ... [Read More]
