Decor
07.17.2015

Painting Fabric with Chalk Paint

I’m always painting things, but one of the more unique things I’ve painted is fabric.  Today I’m sharing all the details of painting fabric with chalk paint.

  Video Tutorial: Painting Fabric with Chalk Paint

It is Friday and time for another DIY video tutorial!  Today I’m going to show you how to paint fabric using chalk paint.

My goal was to modernize and simplify.  I spray-painted the base with gold paint and used Annie Sloan Pure White on the fabric.

AFTER And here is the after.  Much more updated and simple – don’t you think?

You can see the full video tutorial HERE: 

Want to see more of our DIY video tutorials?  We have a bunch of them!

Episode 1: Welcome 

Episode 2: Mixing Chalk Paint

Episode 3: Prep Work for Chalk Paint

Episode 4: Tips for Using Chalk Paint

Episode 5: How to Apply Wax to Chalk Paint

Episode 6: How to Dry Brush

Episode 7: Distress Paint with Vaseline

Episode 8: Weathered Look with Paint

Episode 9: Safety Tips

Episode 10: Wax Paper Transfer Tutorial

Episode 11: Tablet Cover Tutorial

Episode 12: Chalk Transfer Tutorial

Episode 13: Starched Fabric Wall Treatment

Episode 14: French-Inspired Enamel Tags

Episode 15: Photo Plaques

Episode 16: Updating an Ikea Dresser

We would love to hear your suggestions for future video tutorials.  

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Decor
05.22.2015

Wax Paper Transfer Tutorial

It’s Friday which means it is video tutorial time! My friend Angela from Unexpected Elegance is sharing her most popular post ever: Wax Paper Transfer Tutorial. Wax Paper Transfer Video Tutorial

You can view the video tutorial here: 

It’s a great tutorial for making an art piece or plaque, adding images or lettering to furniture, and many other endless options!

Wax Paper Transfer Video Tutorial

Thanks to Angela for sharing this fun wax paper transfer tutorial with us!  And if you want to see her original blog post for this tutorial, click HERE. Have a great Memorial Day Weekend.  Thanks so much to all of you who have served or are serving our country!

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04.24.2015

Dry Brush Paint Tutorial

In today’s dry brush paint tutorial you’ll learn how to easily create a farmhouse feel using paint you already have at home!

Dry Brush Painting Tutorial

Hi guys!  It is Friday which means it is time for another video tutorial.  Today, Angela from Unexpected Elegance is going to share a quick and easy painting technique called dry brushing.

Simple way to give a distressed look using the dry brush paint technique.-1-5 copy

It a fun way to easily add a little color and interest to a piece, and it is SO easy!  If you are looking for a simple painting technique for furniture then this is it!  This technique can make any piece look like it has had a history – it adds charm and age instantly!

Check out the video tutorial here:

 

You can add layers of colors for more dimensions.  I have used this painting technique throughout my home so many times!  Also, you can use it to make a piece look whitewashed – if you love that look.

Simple way to give a distressed look using the dry brush paint technique.-1-4  

What other video tutorials would you love to see?  We are always looking for ideas and tutorials to add to this series.  Please leave us a comment and let us know!  

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