Hey there, I'm Lyn!
For as long as I can remember I have been drawn to objects that have survived generations of use and have stories to tell. I probably inherited that from my mom. I stored my childhood treasures – vintage hankies, marbles and paperweights – in an old school desk complete with a hole for the inkwell. I have loved learning my craft and it is part of my mission to teach others so that they, too, may find joy in DIY furniture makeovers.
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Chalk Paint: 5 Dos & Don’ts for Great Results
5 Chalk Painting Dos and Don’ts for great results
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How to Apply Gold Leaf to Furniture
My inner glam girl comes out when I spy gold leaf! Whether on furniture or home decor, I am drawn to the shiny brilliance as soon as I enter a room. Applying gold leaf to furniture was one of the first techniques I tried as a newbie furniture painter. Initially I was apprehensive — it
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The Basics of Chalk Painting
I still remember when I was trying to understand the buzz about chalk painting. Why would anyone want to paint their furniture to look like a chalk board? Big box DIY stores were no help. Containers were labeled “chalky finish.” Again I wondered, “Why would I want my furniture to feel rough like chalk?” It
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