Is furniture flipping worth the effort? You can get cheap furniture that has been painted. The downside is that it will be more work for you. If you’re really lucky you can find bargains that haven’t been painted. If you’re starting from natural wood then you don’t have to undo the work of other people.…
5 unique ways to paint a bookshelf
Have a bookshelf and want to see how it will look in different styles? Here’s some inspiration for 5 unique ways to paint a bookshelf… I love a good bookshelf makeover. They’re often affordable to pick up, a simple shape to paint, and a useful piece of furniture. All good reasons to give painting one…
How to successfully paint a fridge to match IKEA kitchen cabinets
Have an IKEA kitchen and want to successfully paint a fridge to match? Here’s how I did it with one of their bestselling colours. I had an IKEA kitchen but with a fridge that didn’t match. I’m sure it’s a common thing as IKEA kitchens must be some of the most popular in the world.…
How to give painted shelves a new look
Want to give previously painted shelves a new look? Here’s how I gave a makeover to shelves I painted and decoupaged years ago. Tastes change. Fashions change. The beauty of paint is that it’s so flexible. No longer like the colour? Paint it. Furniture a bit boring? Add a transfer. The possibilities are endless. Which…
Why old shutters are great for a rented retail booth
Old shutters for rented retail booth can be a great solution to challenges such as how to display products without a wall. Firstly, and the reason why I’m giving old shutter doors a makeover in this post, is to avoid making holes in retail space walls. Holes can be a pain to fix and in…
How to make an on-trend painted and wood dresser
Have an old dresser you want to update? Here’s how to create the current trend of the painted and wood dresser look. If you like the modern style. Or your furniture demands a specific makeover to mask its imperfections. Here’s how… This post includes gifted products and affiliate links so you can easily find the…
Create a beautiful textured look with clay paint
Can you paint furniture with clay paint? Absolutely! Here’s how to create a beautiful textured look with clay paint. I have an exciting post today as Dixie Belle has just launched a new range of clay-based paint. Not just new colours but a whole new range. To join their chalk paint and (my favourite), their…
Painted furniture not selling? How to solve the problem.
Is your painted furniture not selling? Here are a few ways to solve the problem. I’m talking about something you might think is embarrassing to admit and that is when a piece of furniture doesn’t sell. But I want to reassure newer upcyclers that it’s normal if things don’t sell for a while. There are…
How to redecorate plain decor with a new lease of life
You don’t need to buy new decor! You can redecorate plain decor and give it a fresh new look with paint and a little creativity. I have three decor projects to share today. Three ways to give a little bit more personality to some good quality pieces. It’s not always worth upcycling something. Some things…
An unusual way to hide a garden hose
Have a hose making your garden messy? Here’s an unusual way to hide a garden hose without spending money on a hose reel. Why am I talking about garden hoses on my upcycling blog? I don’t have green fingers. I use them for DIY instead. But I had a problem and upcycling found a way…