by Stacey Van Gundy | Dec 4, 2022 | Travel Tips
There are 5 main reasons why Jason (my husband) and I vacation in Hawaii rather than somewhere else warm. The first time we went to Hawaii was in January of 1992. My parents had a timeshare in Kona on the Big Island and took us for a visit. We stayed 7 days and had...
by Stacey Van Gundy | May 31, 2022 | Artistic Finishes, DIY Furniture, Painting Tips and Tricks
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...
by Stacey Van Gundy | Jan 17, 2021 | Artistic Finishes, DIY Furniture, Painting Tips and Tricks
Is it the right fit for you??? For the love of design, decor and artistic finishes… That pretty much sums up what a Home Decor Artist is and why I enjoy my job so much! I have been a Home Decor Artist for the past 20 years and I can honestly say I...
by Stacey Van Gundy | Jun 18, 2020 | Artistic Finishes, DIY Furniture, Stacey Designs Home
We started out with a custom cabinet base that Drywall Hubby’s partner made for us. I then applied a really rough application of antique walnut stain and then I sprayed it with General Finishes Sanding Sealer. After the sanding sealer was nice and dry, I...
by Stacey Van Gundy | May 28, 2020 | Artistic Finishes, Painting Tips and Tricks, Stacey Designs Home
When we started our kitchen remodel, Drywall Hubby was adamant we install a range hood. To be honest, I was unsure if I was going to like it. I mean…our stove was on the island in the MIDDLE of our kitchen! I knew from the start that I didn’t want the...