Wednesday Wish List – Off The Wall Painting
Why not think outside the box when it comes to painting walls? Images via Pinterest.
View ArticleLatest Projects – Painted Furniture
Happy New Year!! I hope you’re all having a wonderful start to the New Year. I thought I’d kick start 2015 with a post on my latest projects. This charming drop leaf table had a lovely varnished top in...
View ArticleOld & New.
Create a modern look in an old room by painting all the woodwork the same colour. This pale blue compliments the natural wood floor and table beautifully. Image via Pinterest.
View ArticleColour Block.
Colour blocking is a great way to make a bold statement within a room, particularly when you have striking architectural features such as panelling. This idea translates to furniture too.
View ArticleJust Peachy.
Terracotta, peach, sandstone, dusky pink, salmon. Colours that give you a warm hug when you enter the room.
View ArticleCooking in the dark.
The idea of using black when decorating can be a daunting thought. However, it really isn’t as scary as you might think. The colour black (or non-colour) gives your eye something to focus on rather...
View ArticleAntique Console Table.
I have a wonderful antique dining table arriving today, rectangular shape with beautiful, fluted legs on castors. Not only will it make a stunning dining table but would also look fabulous as a...
View ArticleMake the most of your upstairs landing.
Currently searching inspiration for my landing. It’s the one area of my house that hasn’t had my full attention. On the hunt for vintage rugs and slim pieces of furniture.
View ArticleOld Meets New.
I have a Victorian pine dresser that I keep meaning to paint but you know the phrase “a cobbler’s son is always the worst shod” that is my case in point. Anyway I have fallen out of love with the top...
View ArticleBlack Walls + Wood Furniture = Chic Interiors.
Brown and black are perfect colour combinations, thus a beautiful piece of wood furniture against a black wall is a marriage made in interior heaven.
View ArticleOchre Walls.
I currently have a thing for ochre walls which is so out of my comfort zone. Have bought the paint, now just need the courage and the time!
View ArticleRustic Dining.
Natural wood combined with neutral tones create a dining space that exudes warmth and the expectation of delicious wholesome food. Or is that just me?
View ArticleGoing Geometric.
Geometric patterns are particularly powerful within a small space. Perfect for bathrooms or the downstairs loo.
View ArticleThe Prettiest Of Pinks.
Pale pink paint needn’t be confined to the bedroom walls of young girls across the nation, it also looks very cool on living room walls. Unexpected? Yes but surprisingly grown-up and works with a whole...
View ArticleDecorating With Navy Furniture.
Navy blue furniture is having a moment. I recently painted a few pieces using Autentico’s Sailors Blue and needless to say they didn’t hang around for long. Here are said pieces: Navy furniture isn’t...
View ArticleLatest Painting Project – Vintage Pine Chest of Drawers.
If a pine chest of drawers is adorned with glass handles it shouts “Buy me!”. So naturally I did. This gorgeous set also has beautiful turned feet and particularly lovely proportions. I painted the...
View ArticleTransform Your Dining Chairs With Black Paint.
Transform your dining chairs with black paint. Works particularly well on spindle back chairs. A splash of black brings definition to any room, particularly if it’s decorated in neutral hues.
View ArticleIntroducing The Colour Bright Green Into Your Home.
Terrified of using colour in your home? A great way of introducing a bright colour into your home is through a piece of painted furniture. The brighter the colour, the stronger the impact. Painted...
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