I've used Benjamin Moore Advance Paint for at least 10 years now, probably even longer. I thought it was about time a paint review was in order. So let's examine what Benjamin Moore claims this paint can do and see if it lives up to the hype. Also, if you're checking...
General Finishes Milk Paint is a line of paint that I discovered over 10 years ago at my local woodworking store, in addition, it is my "go to" paint for furniture and cabinetry! General Finishes, based in East Troy, Wisconsin, prides themselves on being the "leading...
When my client called me and asked if I could create a wall finish reminisce of the french country she had seen when visiting France several years ago, I was on it! After meeting with my client and the designer (Rinseaux Interiors), I had a really good idea of what...
When you start out as a decorative artist, there are a few fundamental finishes you must have in your arsenal. Learning to create a copper finish is one of them. I believe it is so important, I made it one of the finishes I teach in my "Certified Home Decor Artist...
I recently got called out to a home with two fabulous clay tile fireplaces. This particular home was built around 1910 and the fireplaces were original to the home. Over time, the clay tiles flanking each fireplace had gotten chipped. To rip out these gorgeous...
I've contemplated the shipping furniture game for quite some time. It seemed like a really BIG-HARD-SCARY thing for quite awhile! But I knew that the only way to up my game in the furniture painting market was to start shipping! I already paint pieces and sold them...
There's been a lot of talk lately on the inter webs about faux finishing and whether it's out of style. Well I am here to say it is not. I have listed the 5 main reasons why faux finishing is still an avid part of decorating and design. Faux finishing has evolved....
Awhile back I had saw a credenza from Pier 1 that really caught my eye. It had a wood inlay on the front that was BEYOND GORGEOUS! Knowing that I would never purchase the piece, I decided I wanted to replicate the look. I had a vintage sideboard in my basement that...
A couple years ago, Jason and I made a trip to Waco to visit Magnolia... Inside I was mesmerized by all the zinc finishes and I was determined to replicate the look in a faux zinc finish. There were metal bowls, tiered trays and plant stands! We then ventured...
A short story about an encounter with another artist and a quiz to help you decide if it