A little while ago, I read an article at The Creativity Exchange about the Velvet Finishes paint. I was intrigued about a paint that needs no prep and no finish afterwards and that was water based. The only paint I knew that would do something similar but needed a coat of finish wax is Annie Sloan […]
Simplifying Christmas 2013
This year we are spending Christmas overseas in Brazil with my side of the family. Because of that, we had a small debate on my house on Christmas decoration. The children settled the impasse by asking when we were getting a tree. We couldn’t have a real tree this year, because the husband thinks it […]
Bedside Table with Annie Sloan Distressed Wet Wax Technique
My daughter needed a bedside table for a little while, but I just couldn’t find the right piece for her. I wanted something romantic and unique. It was then when my husband surprised me with a find that he saw abandon in our town dump. Seriously, people just get rid of the most interesting furniture just […]
Cement Stool
Sometimes, I have these crazy ideas and when I google them, I realize I am not alone on my craziness world. I adore cement. Weird no? What can I tell ya. I love everything made with cement. I almost made my kitchen countertops with cement, but got to scared to try. When I was googling […]
Red and White Xmas Wreath
Seems like yesterday that Halloween was over… now after catching a breath I am pouring myself into the new phase of the holidays. Thanksgiving and Xmas! This is a fun time, but the busiest ever. Between decorating the home, entertaining family specially if you will be hosting and xmas shopping feels like time just slips […]