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  • How to Paint a Dresser Black with Chalk Paint (5 Easy Steps)
    DIY Projects | Furniture Makeovers

    How to Paint a Dresser Black with Chalk Paint (5 Easy Steps)

    ByCindy Rust 09/05/202303/28/2024

    Do you have an old dresser that needs an upgrade? Learn how to paint a dresser black or any other color with this easy tutorial. As furniture refinishers, we spend a lot of time painting furniture! This black dresser makeover is one of my favorites for several reasons. First, you’ll quickly see how easy it…

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  • close up of repurposed desk that has been give a new purpose and fresh new look with chalk paint and a stencil
    DIY Projects | Furniture Makeovers

    How to Upcycle an Old Desk with Chalk Paint and a Stencil

    ByCindy Rust 05/22/202606/23/2026

    Got a beat-up old desk from a thrift store or yard sale? Don’t toss it – upcycle it! This post shows an easy step-by-step chalk paint desk makeover using Dixie Belle paint and a fun stencil design. You’ll be amazed at the transformation!

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  • Pine cone table decorations example of a pine cone floral arrangement in an ironstone pitcher on a table.
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    How to Make DIY Pine Cone Flowers for a Timeless Bouquet

    ByCindy Rust 08/23/202306/15/2024

    Are you looking for some adorable handmade pine cone flowers to add to your table this spring? This easy nature craft is perfect for you! These painted pine cones are one of my very favorite projects. Although we normally think of pine cone decor around the holidays, they can really be used year-round! These pine…

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  • full view of storage chest painted in miss mustard seed milk paint in typewriter
    DIY Projects | Upcycled Home Decor and Crafts

    Easy Storage Chest Makeover

    ByCindy Rust 07/31/201903/13/2024

    In this post, I want to share with you the easy makeover of a ‘new’ handmade tall storage chest that was built from reclaimed lumber. what are you thinking??!! So, maybe you are thinking after seeing this adorable storage chest, “Cindy, why on earth would you want to cover the trendy white, chippy paint on…

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  • woman showing how to add batting covered foam to pillow insert
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    Furniture Makeover Ideas | Italian Caned Chairs

    ByCindy Rust 01/26/202109/26/2023

    Furniture makeover ideas are in abundance on Pinterest. Today I will show you several ideas to transform a pair of caned chairs! Let’s dive in! Remember where we left off?? furniture makeover ideas | #1 The caned chairs were prepped, painted, and sealed with wax. Both chairs were painted in Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint…

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  • Easy 1980's Canister Makeover
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    1980’s Style Canister Makeover

    ByCindy Rust 05/07/201806/18/2026

    We have all seen the shiny painted ceramic canisters of the 1980’s at thrift stores. They usually have something painted on them like pineapples or better yet, ducks 😉 That was such a big thing back then. I remember a certain cookie jar I just had to have – it was a huge duck! It…

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