I couldn’t really think of anything to give my son, Cooper, when he graduated from the University of North Carolina this past summer. I just remember thinking how proud my father would have been. My father, Robert Cooper, was a friend, Cooper’s namesake, uniquely special grandfather, veteran and loving husband. I went through some old photos of {Read More…}
Chifferobe – Painting Inspiration
September 9, 2013 by 1 Comment
What is a chifferobe? The urban dictionary defines it as: a closet-like piece of furniture that combines a long space for hanging clothes (that is, a wardrobe or armoire) with a chest of drawers. Chifferobes were first advertised in the 1908 Sears, Roebuck Catalogue, which described them as “a modern invention, having been in use only {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #12
September 6, 2013 by 2 Comments
What a busy week with kids getting back to school and Labor Day feeling like the end of summer in most places, but the paintriots have still been busy with projects! Check out what they’ve done this week! 2nd Chance Junk painted this little buffet using Lincoln’s Hat, Beach Glass and Dark Wax Whimsical Furnishings painted this {Read More…}
Mixing Custom Colors – One Artist’s Journey
September 4, 2013 by 2 Comments
I love color and am often asked how I come up with my custom colors. The ability to mix colors successfully, or keep adding or subtracting certain hues until I achieve what is in my head, did not come naturally. There is a science called color theory and it is easy if you keep it {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #11
August 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Prepare to be inspired, the paintriots have been busy! Check out this gorgeous buffet finished in Tumbleweed, Home Plate and Dark Wax by Ivy Lane This cute little dresser was painted by Salvaged Decor with Blue Jeans. This buffet really got a transformation! It was from a barn sale and had a mud wasp nest in {Read More…}
Painted Furniture – Hand Carved Cabinet
August 26, 2013 by 3 Comments
I found this beautiful hand carved cabinet on the internet. Don’t you just love the detail? When I bought it, the lady said the inside shelf had always been missing. I brought it back to my store, and heard a loud bang when setting it down. When we opened up the doors, there was the shelf in place! It had wedged itself {Read More…}
Using Mica Powder to Enhance the Beautiful Color
August 21, 2013 by 4 Comments
Using Mica Powder to Enhance the Beautiful Color Thank you Monica for this great easy to do DIY idea, in her words here is how Using Mica Powder to Enhance the Beautiful Color in a DIY knock off inspired look. I love wandering in Restoration Hardware oohing and awwing over all the gorgeous pieces of {Read More…}
Painting Furniture – A File Cabinet
August 19, 2013 by 8 Comments
When my distributor asked for a guest blogger, my first thought was that I wouldn’t have anything to share. I LOVE to see posts on the APC Facebook site and my painting pales in comparison. But I put on my big girl panties and decided to put myself out there. After all, this paint is too much fun {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #9
August 16, 2013 by 3 Comments
We hope everyone is enjoying their week and ready for some fabulous painting inspiration! Our paintriots are always busy having fun creating beautiful treasures with American Paint Company chalk/clay/mineral paints! Let’s get this party started: Check out this beauty painted in Surfboard by Vintage Treasures What a smart looking desk painted in Liberty and Wild {Read More…}
Painting Furniture – 1, 2, 3 Tables Done!
August 12, 2013 by 1 Comment
I’m a busy mom. Some days the only time I have to paint is late at night after everyone is in bed. I love using American Paint Company paints because they don’t require a whole lot of prep work and they dry quickly. I can work just an hour or two each night and have several {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #8
August 9, 2013 by 1 Comment
The paintriots were busy this week, creating beautiful items with American Paint Company chalk/clay/mineral paints. Who wouldn’t love this headboard painted by Ellie’s Attic? Looking for a use for old windows? Rhonda Lyon created this headboard with vintage windows. 2nd Chance Junk painted this cute side table. This desk was painted by The Old {Read More…}
Painting Furniture – A Lovely Curvy Desk
August 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
If there is anything I love as much as painting a beautiful buffet it’s a curvy, sexy desk/vanity. I found this beauty on a local swap meet facebook page. I wanted it. The photo shows that it has a bit of veneer damage, no problem! What a great piece to use with my new American {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #7
August 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s so inspiring to see all the beautiful pieces being painted with American Paint Company chalk/clay/mineral paints. The paintriots were busy this week. This chair was painted by Nick Nixon. Isn’t she pretty? Bungalow 47 in Michigan was busy this week painting this cute little table. Adorable desk: Check out this sweet little plant stand {Read More…}
Painted Furniture – Old English Desk
July 31, 2013 by 1 Comment
I was so excited to use this paint, that I forgot to take before pictures! I just wanted to get to the after! This desk had some water damage to the front, so I scraped and steamed off the remaining veneer. Followed by some sanding, the piece was ready to be painted. Using American Chalk Paint {Read More…}
Painting Furniture – To Paint or Not to Paint?
July 29, 2013 by 34 Comments
Warning: this post may not be suitable for everyone. If you are a wood purist, you will think I’m crazy, become perturbed and/or gasp in horror. Read on with caution. I got to my favorite thrift store early and waited in line for them to open. There she is! I throw my arms around her claiming my prize {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #6
July 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
“Busy hands make happy hands!” This week the paintriots were busy creating all kinds of beauties. This Fireworks Red buffet was painted by our friends at Whimsical This beautiful buffet was finished in First Lady. Seems like we have a buffet theme going, so let’s rock it out! This one finished in a first {Read More…}
Painting and Distressing Furniture – A Well-Deserved Buffet
July 24, 2013 by 3 Comments
Recently my neighbor asked if I would paint a buffet she had recently purchased from a secondhand store. Normally, I would recommend she attend one of our classes and learn to paint the piece herself. However, I can honestly say, this lady does not have time for either. Lisa is the mother of ten children! {Read More…}
Painting Fabric – A Chair Transformed
July 22, 2013 by 7 Comments
When I saw this chair I knew it would be perfect to paint. I loved the style and the round upholstered seat. My intentions were to reupholster the seat but once I looked it over, I realized it would be more work harder than I thought. I had a fantastic desk and it needed a chair so {Read More…}
Facebook Friday #5
July 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
All the American Paint Company artists have been busy this week. Check out this beautiful two tone hutch, done in our color of the week Fireworks Red and Lincoln’s Hat by Tammy. This two tone dresser is done with Surfboard and Homeplate: We love this bedroom done by Whimsical in a custom blend of Rushmore {Read More…}
Painting Baby Furniture
July 17, 2013 by 1 Comment
Nothing is more joyous than welcoming a new baby and nothing is more important than protecting that little bundle of joy. Recently my daughter gave birth to our second grandchild and there was much to prepare for. When she was very pregnant, she called and asked me the best way for her to paint the {Read More…}
