From Trash to Treasure

This antique piece of furniture, literally, went From Trash to Treasure, and I am absolutely in love with how it turned out.  It was a project taken on by Jennifer Tasso, who is one of my blog followers in Syracuse, New York.  It is with her permission that I share the photo, and her DIY […]

Faux Mercury Glass

I am one happy camper right now, after making my own Faux Mercury Glass to hide all the media equipment in my new credenza.  It was so easy!  All it took was Krylon Looking Glass Spray, vinagar and water.

Drop Cloth Curtains

My kitchen makeover continues with Drop Cloth Curtains.  I’m getting rid of all the red tones in my house and going for a lighter, more “earthy” vibe.  So when I couldn’t find new curtains that fit the bill, I decided to make my own.  That meant going to the hardware store for a canvas drop […]

Pantry Makeover

This Pantry Makeover is proof the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.  After spending some time on Pinterest the other day, my 16-year old daughter was so inspired, she asked me if she could spruce up our kitchen pantry, and if I happened to have any white paint.  My answer to both those questions […]

High Impact/Low Cost Party Decorations

Want to know my secret for High Impact/Low Cost Party Decorations?  After watching this video tutorial, you’ll skip the party supply store and head straight for the hardware store.

Buenos Tardis: Doctor Who Goes Mexican

Buenos Tardis, everyone…. That’s what you get when Doctor Who goes Mexican.   Talk about an odd pairing!  But it’s been a long school year, and somehow, I needed to combine the theme for this year’s Marching Band season (Doctor Who) with the mexican buffet that was being served at the end-of-the-school-year Band Banquet.  If […]

What Ever Became of It?

Sometimes I can’t help but wonder, “What Ever Became of It?”  As a painter and Do-It-Yourselfer, I’ll pour my heart into a particular project, and once done, never see it again.  It doesn’t bother me.  But it sure is nice sometimes, when people send me pictures of a canvas I painted, or a piece of […]

Repurposed Nightstand

A Repurposed Nightstand is now ready for playtime as a child’s kitchenette.  It’s one of my favorite projects to date. Learn how to transform an old piece of furniture, that is unwanted and unused, into a one-of-a-kind family keepsake.  For this video tutorial, I use items found entirely at thrift stores. I use craft paints, […]