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Faux Zinc Painted Chalkboard File Cabinet

October 30, 2012 Brittany Bailey 102 Comments

Faux Zinc Painted Chalkboard File Cabinet This summer I was thrifting with a few friends and stumbled across an ugly cabinet at the Goodwill. The metal chest had extra wide and deep storage, but the worst colors imaginable! The hot pink and mint green were disguising the true … [Read more...]

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Make a Rustic Farm Crate Sign

October 24, 2012 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

Last month, I was a little nervous to try a new power tool. I know...I know...shock and disbelief! But, y'all came to my rescue and helped share all your tutorials for using the Silhouette and other craft cutters. You really have to see all the wonderful projects that were linked … [Read more...]

antiques, arts and craft, autumn fall decor, dark wood, Decorating, distressing, Do It Yourself, graphic letters and numbers, Painting & Antiquing Techniques, silhouette, Trash to Treasure, Tutorial

How to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic

October 22, 2012 Brittany Bailey 92 Comments

How to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic I have a confession to make. All the wood that you saw on my art studio wall is not exactly old or salvaged. Will you forgive me if I share with you the Secret to Make New Wood Look Old, Weathered and Rustic?  In order … [Read more...]

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Bread Crate Cubby Display Shelves

September 14, 2012 Brittany Bailey 10 Comments

Hey y'all. I've been busy painting my hair gray. Well, I'm not trying to, but painting the bonus room with its angled ceilings has resulted in a lot of gray highlights. Even Buddy got in the action: So, while I'm busy googling how to remove paint from dog hair, I hope you'll … [Read more...]

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Shabby Chic Chest of Drawers – Guest Post by Storywood Designs

February 22, 2012 Brittany Bailey 8 Comments

Hey y'all! I'm super stoked because I'm on my way to Blissdom in Nashville, TN for a few days.I can't wait to learn some new blogging tricks; network with a few blogging buddies; and listen to some inspiring speakers. Don't you worry, I'll be sharing everything I learned when I … [Read more...]

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