Try chalk paint on plastic pots for an easy makeover that you’ll love, especially if you match the paint to your home decor! I found my set of plastic plant pots at our local Walmart. Each one is $5 and I love the quality. They are heavy, sturdy, and the fake dirt inside is solid....

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Make your own shabby books with paint and stencils! It’s an easy way to upcycle discarded or unloved books for a rustic farmhouse look! I’ve always loved the look of shabby books on display, and have ooh’ed and aah’ed over many a pretty shabby book on Pinterest, but have yet to make my own. Until...

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Make a keepsake wood box wedding favor, and fill it with something special like potpourri, candy, flower seeds or a small spice package. It’s quick and economical to do! Want to make your own wedding favors that your family and friends will treasure for years to come? Buy a bulk order of small unfinished wood...

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Today I’m going to show you how easy it is to paint a Rustic Chicken Wire Heart! You can get a distressed look with basic craft paints and a washcloth. This is a super easy-peasy DIY — trust me! Have you seen the rustic farmhouse chicken wire trend? Maybe it isn’t a trend, but many...

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I’m showing you how to make a beautiful miniature pumpkin canvas trio using a stamp instead of attempting to draw a pumpkin freehand. This is much easier! Just like last year, pumpkins are everywhere in Fall decorating. This year I’ve noticed a trend to use colors other than traditional Autumn colors. It makes sense, as...

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I’m back with a fun vintage jewelry cabinet redo with paint and Mod Podge! I’m using Mod Podge Ultra Matte Chalk, a match made in heaven when using chalk paint! Come and see why it’s my new favorite product! It rocks! Today is a very special day, because it’s National Mod Podge Day! Yes, Mod...

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I’m in love with my Love to Create Wall Art! I made this in about two hours — including drying time — and you can alter this tutorial to make it personally yours. Let’s do this! This week, our Xyron Design Team has partnered with a fabulous new collection by 1canoe2 and American Crafts!  And yes,...

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Today I’m sharing how to make a colorful chippy paint look you’ll love. This is a two-page post, so get ready to dig in! First, we will find inspiration in your own closets, and then on the second page we’ll take a look at 10 color combinations to get your own ideas flowing! My very...

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Today I’m sharing my How to: Charming Rustic Dresser Makeover, using a classic thrift store dresser in need of an update. Special thanks to DecoArt for sponsoring this furniture makeover and tutorial. Here’s the original dresser below. It was painted and repainted many times over its long history. The bones of the dresser were still good,...

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Learn how to make copper pumpkins with metallic paint, and enjoy your on-trend pumpkins throughout the Fall season! Copper pumpkins — especially ones that look a bit rustic — are easy to create! It’s pumpkin decorating season! And one of the most popular styles this year? Copper pumpkins! Don’t buy them — make them instead! I...

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