Make new wood look old

This is going to be a pretty long post with tons of pictures, so settle in and get comfy!  This is a tutorial on making "pallet" signs and making new wood look old.  I think you might be surprised at the supplies I use for this one...or you might just think I am crazy.

Image Transfer Medium

I am so excited to share this fun new product and super easy project with you.  Americana Decor Image Transfer Medium allows you to transfer laser printed photos or images onto wood, glass, fabric and more!  It is a super simple process and can become a little addicting.  I was literally looking all over my house to see what else I could transform with this stuff. 

Blue Minerals Chalk Paint Powder

I came across Blue Minerals Chalk Powder a few months ago and was excited to give it a try.  Blue Minerals is a NATURAL paint additive designed to transform any latex or acrylic paint into an extremely porous, chalk style paint.  

The thing that I was most excited about is that you can choose ANY COLOR and ANY BRAND of paint to mix this powder with.  Honestly, I was somewhat skeptical.  I have tried various home made chalk paint recipes in the past and have found them to be very gritty and not very effective, but this product is completely different and really surprised me.  I LOVED it and loved the unlimited color options it opened up for me.

Be sure to scroll all the way down for a special discount code just for you!

DIY Chalkboard Art

**Disclaimer** - I certainly do not consider myself to be an expert in the area of chalk art.  My chalk skills are definitely at the beginner level and I am not sure I should even be venturing into this area of a tutorial, but since so many of you have asked for details...here you go. :)

Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint

I am so excited to share a new paint line with you today!  I am also going to include a step by step tutorial on how I painted the Sweet Coral Dipped Chest with these fun paint products.

The new Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint is currently available online at Home Depot and will be coming to the stores soon. You can have it shipped straight to your front door, or have it delivered to your local Home Depot and pick it up to avoid shipping charges! 

Be sure to visit the DecoArt Chalky Finish website for more information.

DIY Circle Banner

Who is ready for SPRING? Me...I AM!  This little project is so fun and easy and is the perfect little touch of happy spring colors.

DIY University - Pleated Book Page Wreath

Welcome to our first online class for our DIY University!  I know this is not a painted furniture feature (hope you are not disappointed), but I thought I would start with a CHEAP & SIMPLE project that anyone can do.  Lets get started!