Most of my work is done on the computer, we have a desktop and laptop. I prefer to work on my laptop because it's more comfortable. Although my photo editing is done on our desktop because the monitor is calibrated better. Call me paranoid but I worry about my laptop sitting on my lap for too long. I wonder what the effects of those batteries are if they are sitting that close to my body. Let me show you how I made this easy DIY Shabby vintage lap desk. This is what I was using for my laptop, this large breakfast tray. Besides being really large, it's not very comfortable at all, and pretty ugly too! I could go out and purchase a new lap desk but I am too cheap frugal. And I knew that it would be really easy to make my own. While I was out thrift shopping I came across this ... View Post
Soft Lilac And Spring
Sometimes a color strikes me, but I don't always have that color in my paint collection. Lately I have been enjoying touches of purple. It must be that spring is soon approaching. I found this clock several years ago, it's non-working, but still very pretty. I had an idea, to paint this lovely old clock a soft pretty purple. So I pulled out my Heirloom Traditions paint in Nickle and added a touch of Blushing. I was hoping for a soft lilac purple. Instead I got more grey than a soft lilac purple. Because I am not afraid to experiment, I then pulled out a bottle of Purple acrylic paint that I had. I added a little to my paint, and it still was too grey. I keep adding squirts of paint and mixing it up until I got the color that I was looking for. I love this color! And I ... View Post
Hanging Butterfly Art Spring Mantel
I must admit I don't really decorate for spring, I mean my home is Shabby Chic inspired. So all year long I keep my pastel pinks, greens, and blue's out. I may tweak things, and move things around, or put something away and make room for a new piece. But I don't dismantle my house to change a season. For fun I decided to make a hanging butterfly art from vintage wallpaper. That's sounds weird but I really don't know what else to call it, and oh, it's Shabby Chic inspired of course ;-) I am going to hang this near my spring inspired mantel. Let me show you, are ya ready? Supplies - Wall paper , vintage if you can find it - Photo of a butterfly - Pencil - Tacky Glue - Invisible wire - Scissors - Thumb tack for hanging , if needed. First let me share how I created this ... View Post
DIY Fails Chalk And Fabric
So you think everything I share comes out perfectly. That can't be farther from the truth. When I get an idea in my head I go for it, never knowing what will happen. Recently I shared my framed chalkboard wall. Then I had an idea and thought it would be fun to make my own chalk. What luck I had while I was thrift shopping, to find a mould that would work perfectly for making chalk! So I went out and purchased Tempera paint, because I was told that you need to use tempura paint if you want color chalk. It's not supposed to stain or leave a marks on your wall if you use tempura paint. I had all of my ingredients. - 1 cup of Plaster of Paris - 1/2 cup of water - 1 tablespoon of Tempura paint - Plastic cup - Spoon (not one that you eat with :-) ) - Mould I wasn't sure if I ... View Post
Transforming A Thrift Shop Pillow
I enjoy finding new ways to use chalk type paint. Yes we have all seen beautiful furniture pieces, and I will be sharing some reveals soon. But it's fun playing around and trying new techniques. So one day while I was out shopping I stumbled upon an ugly pillow, I knew I would have fun transforming a thrift shop pillow with chalk type paint. Let me show you how, and share a few tips. Supplies - Pillow (try to find one that is smooth and has no ruffles or trim, cording is okay) - Chalk type paint ( I used Tidewater from Heirloom Traditions) - Photo printed on a laserjet printer - Mod Podge photo transfer (found at a craft supply store or search on line) - Foam Brush/ Paint brush - Clear wax ( I used muddy pond, and clear wax from Heirloom Traditions) - Cut up white cotton ... View Post
Mercury Glass Votive Tutorial
Mercury Glass Votive Tutorial Mercury glass is beautiful and adds a touch of bling to a room. And you know I love my bling. But did you know that you can easily create the look of mercury glass? It's very easy to do, and once you start creating faux mercury glass, you'll start to get addicted! To make these faux mercury glass pieces I used faux silver leaf. You can purchase real silver leaf, but using faux is a little cheaper to do and you can get great results. (This post contains affiliate links, please read disclosure policy) Supplies Needed: -Candle votive -Silver leaf 3 sheets ( I am using imitation silver leaf sold as 5.5. x 5.5 sheet sizes) - Metal Leaf Adhesive -Foam brush -Metal Leaf brush ( I used a disposable stain brush) Supplies below are ... View Post
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