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A Super Simple Spraypainted Stenciled Stool

October 24, 2014 By Colleen 2 Comments

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How to transform a $4 thrift store vanity stool with spraypaint and a stencil. And a little alliteration.

Filed Under: Furniture, Home Decor, How To & PIY, My House, My Stuff, Paint Metal, Paint Surfaces, Paint Types, Spray Paint, Stencil, Techniques

Easy Faux Verdigris

September 16, 2013 By Colleen Jorgenson 34 Comments

Easy Faux Verdigris Finish

We see verdigris all over the place. The Statue of Liberty is verdigris, for instance. Many don’t know what verdigris is or how it’s obtained, other than it’s a pretty shade of green or turquoise. In it’s natural state, verdigris is the patina that happens when bronze, brass or copper is weathered over time. Since […]

Filed Under: Accessories, Faux Finishes, Home Decor, How To & PIY, Metallic Paint, Paint Metal, Paint Surfaces, Paint Types, Spray Paint, Techniques, Tutorials

Dryer Sheet Candle Wraps

October 4, 2010 By Colleen Jorgenson 7 Comments

Yes, you read right. Dryer sheets. These guys that you use if you forget to add fabric softener to your rinse cycle. Have you ever noticed the texture of these guys? Crinkly, but not like tissue paper. Webby, but not like spider webs. (Although, I bet someone could come up with something for Halloween with […]

Filed Under: Accessories, crafts, Home Decor, How To & PIY, Quick Stuff, seasonal crafts

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