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Easy DIY Chalk Paint Recipe (Latex Paint & Plaster of Paris)

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Image shows Plaster of Paris and Latex Paint used to make homemade chalk paint. With recipe to DIY.

Hi guys! Here’s the easy DIY Chalk Paint Recipe I use to mix Latex Paint and Plaster of Paris into beautiful furniture paint. DIY Chalk Paint Recipe Chalk paint is great for furniture and home decor makeovers but sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect color and can be pretty expensive. BUT, luckily, it’s really … Read more

Beautiful & Easy DIY Coffee Table Build Plans with Turned Legs

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Image of a handmade DIY coffee table with printable, easy build plans for woodworkers.

I LOVE the beautiful details on this easy and budget-friendly DIY Coffee Table Build Plan. Built with $10 Turned Legs, Molding & Plywood. DIY Coffee Table Build Plans I’m loving this Coffee Table, guys! The big Chair Rail molding wrapped around the top of this coffee table and the smaller detail molding wrapped around a … Read more

Try This Beautiful DIY White And Blue Distressed Chalk Paint Look

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I LOVE this easy DIY White and Blue Distressed Chalk Paint Look. Here's the easy to follow steps and how to video to help you paint this look. A little bit of distressing on the furniture curves & corners adds so much character!

I LOVE this easy DIY White and Blue Distressed Chalk Paint Look! Layering white over other colors with just a little bit of distressing on the furniture curves & corners adds so much character and a vintage feel to furniture. DIY White and Blue Distressed Chalk Paint Look Oh guys, this DIY White and Blue … Read more

Easy DIY Toy Box Build Plans: Free Printable Steps

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Grab the printable DIY Toy Box Build Plans for this beautiful extra large storage chest. This build is easy enough for beginner woodworkers.

Grab the printable DIY Toy Box Build Plans for this beautiful extra large storage chest. This build is easy enough for beginner woodworkers. DIY Toy Box Build Plans Who always needs more toy storage and never has enough? This girl! That’s why I built this large and beautiful DIY Wooden Toy Box. This toy box … Read more

Stripping Paint from Wood Furniture With Citristrip: Easy Steps & Video

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Here is my easy DIY for Stripping Paint from wood furniture or cabinets. I use these steps every time I need to strip an old paint or stain finish. Using Citristrip Gel and Cling Wrap or Saran Wrap.

You can makeover that tired piece of furniture in a weekend, with this easy DIY for Stripping Paint from Wood Furniture! Stripping Paint from Wood Furniture You can redo an old piece of furniture into something beautiful. And it doesn’t have to be intimidating. Trust me! Today, I’m breaking down the easy to follow DIY … Read more

5 Beautiful Teal Painted Furniture Makeover Colors (And DIY Steps)

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4 Examples of the best teal chalk paint or acrylic paint colors on furniture and cabinets.

5 of the most beautiful teal paint colors on furniture. And, the easy DIY steps I use for a beautiful teal painted furniture makeover. Teal Painted Furniture Makeover Whether it’s light or dark, teal is such an amazing color on furniture! It turns any piece of furniture into an instant beauty. Teal paint colors can … Read more

5 Beautiful Red Painted Furniture Makeover Colors (And DIY Steps)

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Image of 6 examples of red chalk paint colors or red acrylic paint colors for furniture and home decor. Text says "10 Great Reds On Furniture".

Here’s my quick and easy DIY red painted furniture makeover steps – no primer or top coat required. And, this red paint color is A-mazing, right?! Red Painted Furniture Makeover I have another easy furniture makeover for you all today. Painting furniture is a fun and easy way to completely change the look of furniture … Read more

12 More Super Helpful DIY Tips for Painting Furniture

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These DIY Tips for Painting Furniture are my answers to common questions people have when they are getting started with painting furniture. DIY Tips for Painting Furniture Like with most things, there is more than one right way to paint furniture. My DIY Tips for Painting Furniture come from 15 years of experience painting and staining new and old furniture.

DIY Tips for Painting Furniture But, you’ll find different answers to some of these questions and different steps for how to paint furniture ALL OVER THE INTERNET. It doesn’t mean that either way is bad or wrong. That person just has a different way to do things, that works for them. It’s always best to … Read more

How to Paint Furniture: Super Easy Steps And Best Paints

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Image of paint samples and paint brush. Text says "Easy Steps To Paint Furniture" using chalk paint chalk-like paint, and acrylic paints.

If you are ready to give furniture painting a try, but don’t know where to start, this post is for you! It’s everything you need to know about how to paint furniture for beginners. How to Paint Furniture for Beginners Furniture painting can seem overwhelming for beginners, when you see all of the types of … Read more

Easy DIY Steps to Chalk Paint and Distress Furniture with Vaseline

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Image showing example of chalk paint layered and distressed with vaseline.

Getting the perfect distressing on furniture doesn’t have to be hard work. A little Vaseline can make it so easy! Here’s the easy to follow steps for how to paint and distress furniture with Vaseline. How to Paint and Distress Furniture with Vaseline I used to work so hard sanding down furniture to try to … Read more

Easy DIY White Distressed Chalk Paint Furniture (Pretty Shabby Chic Look)

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Image of a distressed white chair with an easy DIY shabby chic chalk paint furniture look.

Get the perfect DIY White Distressed Chalk Paint look with these easy to follow steps. Go for a light distressing to a rustic or shabby chic look. It’s up to you! DIY White Distressed Chalk Paint Furniture Makeover Do you remember when Shabby Chic paint was the hottest trend on furniture? I still love that … Read more

Super Easy DIY Rust Paint Effect: Steps and Video

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Image of Home Décor painted with rust paint activated with patina spray. Easy DIY paint project.

Try this Easy DIY Rust Paint Effect to give your old Home Decor and Furniture a beautiful new look! Easy DIY Rust Paint Effect Ready to give your tired old home decor or furniture a beautiful new look? I’m a huge fan of this Easy DIY Rust Paint Effect. I’ve been using it for home … Read more

Easy DIY Scrap Wood Table Top: Steps & Video

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Image of a Counter Top or Table Top made with scrap wood. With steps and a video showing how to make it.

Turn that scrap wood or reclaimed wood into this beautiful rustic DIY Scrap Wood Table Top for your next furniture or woodworking project. DIY Scrap Wood Table Top If you don’t have a massive pile of wood leftover from projects or reclaimed lumber, are you even really a woodworker? Even beginner woodworkers start collecting scrap … Read more

Easy DIY Drawer Boxes: Simple Wood Drawers with Video

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How to build Easy DIY Drawer Boxes with lumber. Simple rustic drawer design for storage and other woodworking projects. Most of the tutorials you find for building drawer boxes are for plywood boxes with a face or for high-end lumber with fancy joinery. BUT, sometimes you just want an easy, low-cost, simple drawer like this this drawer with a pretty, rustic design.

How to build Easy DIY Drawer Boxes with lumber. Simple rustic drawer design for storage and other woodworking projects. Easy DIY Drawer Boxes Most of the tutorials you find for building drawer boxes are for plywood boxes with a face or for high-end lumber with fancy joinery. BUT, sometimes you just want an easy, low-cost, … Read more

DIY Outdoor Corner Bench Build – I LOVE this one!

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Image of a wooden outdoor DIY corner bench with steps to build for woodworkers.

Want to build a beautiful L Shaped Bench for your space? I can help. Today, I’m sharing details about how I built this DIY Outdoor Corner Bench for $130. DIY Outdoor Corner Bench This build might look complicated but it’s actually pretty easy. You can build this bench to any size so that it’s perfect for … Read more

How to Fix Damaged Wood Furniture with Bondo: Easy Steps & Video

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Image showing wood damage repaired with Bondo. For a post with steps and video showing how to fix wood furniture damage.

Easy to follow guide for mixing and using Bondo All Purpose Putty to fix damaged wood furniture or mistakes on woodworking projects. How to Fix Damaged Wood Furniture with Bondo Well, I really messed up my latest woodworking project. But, I wasn’t worried, at all. I have used Bondo All Purpose Putty to patch a … Read more