Shari from Turnstyle Vogue stumbled across an aged terracotta jar that she knew she could replicate. Shari is so good that she didn’t even spend a penny to do it! Using various shades of chalk paint and her own concoction of wood glue and wood filler, Shari created the rich texture and beautiful patina. You [...Read More]
Architectural Wood Frame
October 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Even though I should expect it by now, I am always blown away by some of the prices in high end catalogs. I mean $100 for a 5×7 matted picture frame? Yes, it has a cool architectural look but still… Karen from The Quaint Cottage loved the look of these frames and recreated her own [...Read More]
Decorative Trim Nightstand
August 14, 2011 By 1 Comment
Britt from Cucumbersome needed two bedside tables that would work in a small space. She came up with the design for this three-drawer nightstand decked out with decorative trim and crystal knobs. A mini chest from Ikea forms the structure for the piece, so Britt just had to add legs and decorative trim. This table [...Read More]
Geometric Hanging Discs Mirror
May 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Amanda from the Ivy Cottage helped create this contemporary mirror to hang above the bureau in her mother’s master bedroom. Amanda inherited her craftiness and knack for design from her mother, who is responsible for the amazing design of this piece. I love how the lamp light bounces off the mirrors and casts shadows from [...Read More]
