New DIY Kits for YOU

Yes, we have Seasonal and Holiday kits.

Please take a look and find one just right for you, click here!

This kit has wood blocks that are reversible, so put them on a shelf in October and leave them out til Christmas!

Wooden coffin has a wooden stand too!

Darling ornament for gifting, comes with it's own tin box.  Perfect for hostess gifts or Teachers.

ORDER TODAY to make sure they are in stock.

Moraccan Makeover

Let's do a quick little makeover, okay?  Okay!  And, let's do it with some Dixie Belle Chalk Paints from DIY Design Studio.

I have a beautiful set of Moroccan inspired glass jars.  They are a lovely amber colored glass with ornate etched silver bases and lids, picture 100 year old amber apothecary jars (not really, but close).  I LOVE them!  However, they don't quite match the interior of my house since we did a bit of redecorating.  So, Dixie Belle Chalk Paint to the rescue since it works perfectly applied right over glass.  I used a half and half mixture of Fluff (white) and Buttercream.  See the wonderful results for yourself.

The before...

   

The during...

The After...

   

If you like you can give them a quick sanding to reveal the surface below the paint.  I am not quite sure if I want to do that yet.  I am going to "live" with them for a week or so and see how I feel.

 

The Dixie Belle paint goes on like butter, well better than butter.  I used a chip pain brush to apply and I applied approximately three light coats.  If and when I chose to give it a bit of texture and further interest, I will use this sanding sponge and most likely a coat of satin clear coat sealer.  I might also add a bit of the Van Dyke brown glaze just for some depth of color.  The best part is this is just paint.  If I decide I want the amber back some day I can just sand most of it off and I think that would be a beautiful look as well...just some chippy bits of creamy white left behind...

 

I hope you enjoyed my quick little make over.  This just goes to show, never get rid of something that no longer fits the color scheme...just give it new life with Dixie Belle Chalk Paints!

Thanks for stopping by.

~Stephanie

 

 

What can you do with Wallpaper?

Have you ever seen the wallpaper that looks like tin ceiling panels?  

Here is an amazing example of how to 'fix flaws" in furniture using Dixie Belle Paints and wallpaper!


       Before                        After

This application is one with Swamp Mud and a stencil.  Flawed surfaces can be made gorgeous again!   We carry Swamp Mud, many paint colors and beautiful stencils.

Get all your supplies HERE and get going on those old pieces in the garage, basement or attic!

Funny little Punkins!

Yep, those dollar store Pumpkins can be masterpieces!

Using Dixie Belle Paints you can create awesome holiday decor with minimal expense.

(courtesy of Virginia Bittinger)

Start with your average faux pumpkin (or a real one)

Add  a coat of DBP in Sage Green or Butter Creamy, maybe even Gulf blue or Plum Crazy for extra fun!

Allow to dry and then add a light glaze of Van Dyke Brown for an aged appearance and weathered look.

Add your embellishments like jute or fall leaves, use your imagination and VOILA!

Plenty of great stuff at www.DIYDESIGNSTUDIO.COM

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!

 

 

Ready for Fall?

And it begins!  Seems like when September hits we begin seeing a flurry of activities that doesn't stop until New Years!

• Back to school activities 
• Fall Holiday planning
• Football weekend entertaining
• Hostess gifts for parties
• Create menus for gatherings
• Make and mail cards
• New outfits and party clothes
• It makes me dizzy!

We sure can help with some of the items.    Darling and inexpensive hostess gifts begin with upycled glass/mason jars and chalk paint, tie with a ribbon and Voila!

created by 'Hop to it'

OR how about a darling personalized shelf sitter using wood blocks with papers and embellishments....

created by Jean Moore

All made so easy and beautiful with Dixie Belle Chalk Paints at our store.   Please visit to see some great products.

WWW.DIYDESIGNSTUDIO.COM

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Almost September!

We really are getting into Fall and that means celebrating the beauty and fun of Fall andWinter Holidays.

Here are some items you may want to try without fantastic paints and accessories.  We will have MORE kits soon in the store, you get wood, paint(s) and brush, some include stencils with instructions.

created by Amy F Wagner

Fun Stuff by Emily Jeremaison

Made by Stephanie Berger Sydnor

UPCOMING KITS for wood coffins, pumpkins, Trees and more!

See the website for some awesome gift ideas and DIY solutions.

WWW.DIYDESIGNSTUDIO.COM