Desk Set Rescue "WIP"

This project is a WIP-Work In Progress. Last month I gave a sneak- peek of a calendar to go with the updated frame I painted. Here is the next step in the process.

Here are a few more items painted to eventually be part of my desk set. I rescued a few containers from the recycling bin for my project.

I used Dixie Belle Sea Glass... 

and Buttercream.

Along with the Alligator Stencil for some visual texture and interest.

Next month will reveal more on this project. 

Thank you for your interest and comments.

Ciao for now,
-Trish Alger

The COVER UP!

I have been watching several videos about Dixie Belle Chalk Paints and how they can cover up with one coat of paint.  I wanted to prove it to my self... and to you! 

I found this cute little cupboard that I intend to use in my studio for storage.  I wasn't too keen on the outside of it... so it has been sitting on the side waiting for the day I alter it!  The day came!!!

Side by side before and after!

 

 

 

Starting with the top... this is after just one coat of Dixie Belle Sea Glass Chalk Paint.

That is some pretty wild pattern I am covering!  Here you can see how well the paint covers the pattern.

I would not hesitated to use Dixie Belle Chalk Paints on larger projects!

 

This is after one coat and it is almost dry.  All I can say is I am totally impressed by the paint!  I don't intend to do a second coat of paint.   I am happy with the results... Now to think about how I am going to embellish it. 

 

Until next time

HAVE FUN DIXIE BELLE PAINTING!

 

 

Updating a Tired Old Frame

Have an old frame that needs a color facelift? 
Let Dixie Belle Mineral Chalk Paints work their magic.

Using Sea Glass and The Gulf with a light swipe of Best Dang Wax Clear, at the end; I was able to transform this tag sale frame for my next DIY project.

Here is the frame, after a wipe-down with a damp cloth.

A light coat of Sea Glass with a chip brush.

I used a dried, used, chip brush to scrape off back to the original color; in just a few places. 
(It's easier when the paint has dried to the tacky stage).

Haha, I forgot to remove the sticker from the sale.

I mixed a little of the Sea Glass into The Gulf for a custom color.

I used the same used and dried brush to scrape on the new custom color in places.

When it completely dried I used a soft paper towel to add a light coat of the wax, wiping off the excess. It can be buffed to a great shine.

Here you can see where I used the leftover custom paint.
This will be part of a DIY project you will see in a future post. Hint: think office organizing!

If this post has been helpful for you, please let us know.

Ciao for now,
-Trish Alger

Countdown to Christmas has begun!!!!

Use your DIXIE BELLE PAINTS to create your gift giving Christmas Ornaments.  I had these tiny star boxes in my stash that were just waiting for the perfect project.  I have turned them into little sea vignettes....

 

Using both the box and lids create twice as many little vignettes!

 

 

The little star boxes were painted with DIXIE BELLE Sea Glass Chalk Paint! 

 

Some of them have Washi Tape wrapped around the outside.

 

Small burlap squares make the perfect background.  

 

Dew Drops add a bit of sparkle!

 

Use tacky glue to attach embellishments

 

This box lid I left the back unpainted.

 

Others are painted inside and out!

 

Finally attach a twine hanger (to be added) 

 

Enjoy creating your own little ornaments...

 

These could be used all year round!

 

 

Spooky Altered Bottle

I am in love with the entire DIY scene! I have scads of empty glass bottles in my garage just waiting for an opportunity like this:

Dixie Belle Chalk paint is perfect for covering glass bottles. A little Grunge Glaze and some embellishments are all it takes.

Ciao for now,
-Trish Alger

DIY a Fall Wreath

Using craft sticks a little paint and glue make your own wreath!!!  Dixie Bell Paint coverage is awesome.  You will love using it on your projects!

 

 

Supplies:
Dixie Belle Paint: Flamingo Chalk Mineral Paint and Van Dyke Brown Glaze
Large Craft Sticks
Cardboard
Tacky Glue
Ribbon
Floral stem

 

Cut 2 rings the size you would like your wreath (for sturdiness tacky glue the 2 rings together).  Outside of the ring is 8 inches across and the center 4 inches.

 

Tie a 12 inch piece of  ribbon around the cardboard to use to hang the wreath with when finished.

 

Layer about 50 large craft sticks with tacky glue on the cardboard, set aside to dry. 

 

A look from the back of the wreath.

 

Once the glue is dry paint with Dixie Belle Flamingo Chalk Mineral Paint 

 

Set aside to dry.

With a  rag lightly paint with Dixie Belle Van Dyke Brown Glaze.

 

Let Dry.

 

Attach floral stem and bow!