Adding furniture feet to your furniture can give it a fresh, updated look. I found a great way to save money and used the pressure-treated wood finials designed for outdoor decking at half the cost. And they’re prettier too! This post contains a few affiliate links to help you find the products I use. You […]
Have you ever looked at all the beautifully painted furniture on Pinterest and think, that that furniture painter must have a magic paintbrush? Everything they touch seems to turn to gold. HA! Let’s be real. Right here, right now. There are times I admit there are times when it seems to flow with designs and […]
Paint blending is a unique way to add texture and beauty to your home decor and furniture. Anytime I get a chance to play in the studio, I bust out the moulds and paint. These re-purposed cabinet doors from the Habitat For Humanity are perfect for trying out new techniques. I always encourage new furniture […]
Have you heard about all the buzz? Chalk Couture is a new crafter’s dream. If you love those dreamy chalkboards as I do, this is for you. It’s so easy to create beautiful DIY home decor and it’s super fun. I took this sweet little overnight case that belonged to my Granny and re-purposed it […]
Furniture stripping has NEVER been one of my favorite projects. I was pretty close to saying I hated it when I found a product that made it a lot easier. Now I can say it’s okay. Let’s be honest. Does anyone really enjoy stripping furniture? Ha, I didn’t think so but it has to be […]
I love the look of a distressed dresser, and it makes the bumps of life on your furniture so much easier to swallow. Oh, it’s gonna happen. It’s just a matter of time, and when it does, it just adds a bit more character. This post contains a few affiliate links to help you find […]
I’ve always loved the look of whitewash wood and shiplap. I just never could seem to find the right wall in my home for this project. Last year my hubby and I finished out an accent wall in my studio office using wood fence pickets. After pricing the shiplap, I was like… umm no. It […]
Painting wood furniture can be fun and rewarding when you do it the right way. The last thing you want is to have your finish fail because you missed a crucial step in the prep work. I have a few simple steps that I want to share with you to have peace of mind and […]
While I’m not new to second-hand furniture, this one was probably a little more than second hand. Third or fourth is more like it. The chest appeared to have been painted a vintage green a good while ago, judging by the color. I shall call her the GREEN GODDESS. She was the dirtiest, grungiest chest […]
Anytime I chalk paint stripes on furniture or walls, for that matter… I always use this foolproof method. This Duncan Phyfe table was in rough condition before it arrived at Do Dodson Designs. Actually even rougher than this picture. With 2 broken legs, I had some major repair work to do. With a little TLC, […]
