Do you have pieces of furniture in your home you just don’t love, Sweet Friends? Are you looking for ways to transform a piece of furniture?

I’ve got a post all about “What You Need to Start a Furniture Makeover!” and honestly you don’t need much. I like to find old pieces of furniture at Second Hand Stores and even on the side of the road.

This end table was drab and I really wanted to make it look fab!

A couple coats of white paint just did not do the trick and that’s when I turned to my bin of decor transfers.

I’ve done so many furniture projects with decor transfers and love the results and this little end table is no exception.

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Now, if you’ve been following me for more than a hot minute, you know I sell Iron Orchid Designs products and have completed multiple furniture makeovers using their products. The Dresser with the vase of flowers was one of my favorites. It was a Trash to Treasure Project and added the perfect touch of flowers to my home decor.

A Maker’s Studio also carries a selection of decor transfers. I created a dresser with insect transfers that you can check out on “A Furniture Makeover and a Story About Bees!”

Prima Marketing also carries a handful of decor transfers that you can purchase on Amazon. The decor transfer I used on this project is called “Rose Celebration.”

If you are looking for a tutorial on how to use Decor Transfers, most function the same. You can get my “Tips on Using Iron Orchid Designs Decor Transfers on Furniture Makeovers here.”

I hope I’ve inspired you to take an old drab piece of furniture and turn it into fabulousness. Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram if you recreate a similar project.

Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Do you have pieces of furniture in your home you just don’t love, Sweet Friends? Are you looking for ways to transform a piece of furniture?

I’ve got a post all about “What You Need to Start a Furniture Makeover!” and honestly you don’t need much. I like to find old pieces of furniture at Second Hand Stores and even on the side of the road.

This end table was drab and I really wanted to make it look fab!

A couple coats of white paint just did not do the trick and that’s when I turned to my bin of decor transfers.

I’ve done so many furniture projects with decor transfers and love the results and this little end table is no exception.

DISCLOSURE

Many of the links on this blog are affiliate links. CreateWithCynthia.com receives a small commission when certain items are purchased, but the price is the same for you. Thank you for your help in supporting my little space on the internet.

Now, if you’ve been following me for more than a hot minute, you know I sell Iron Orchid Designs products and have completed multiple furniture makeovers using their products. The Dresser with the vase of flowers was one of my favorites. It was a Trash to Treasure Project and added the perfect touch of flowers to my home decor.

A Maker’s Studio also carries a selection of decor transfers. I created a dresser with insect transfers that you can check out on “A Furniture Makeover and a Story About Bees!”

Prima Marketing also carries a handful of decor transfers that you can purchase on Amazon. The decor transfer I used on this project is called “Rose Celebration.”

If you are looking for a tutorial on how to use Decor Transfers, most function the same. You can get my “Tips on Using Iron Orchid Designs Decor Transfers on Furniture Makeovers here.”

I hope I’ve inspired you to take an old drab piece of furniture and turn it into fabulousness. Don’t forget to tag me on Instagram if you recreate a similar project.

Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Sweet Friends, Air Dry Clay is so fun to use. I have created a variety of projects using Air Dry Clay and today I wanted to share them with you. Most of these projects are on the Create With Cynthia Blog and You Tube Channel. If you are inspired to create your own projects, you can shop my online store CreateWithCynthiaShop.com

Iron Orchid Designs Air Dry Clay easily adheres to any surface with glue. You can create and craft any sculpure, design or image and then just let it dry. The clay dries over night and then it is paintable.

Iron Orchid Designs has also created Decor Moulds and Stamps to be used with the clay. The possibilities are endless. On the wine charms above I used the BirdSong Moulds. I added a wine charm and then once the moulds were dry I painted the birds with paint.

The bird wine charms add such a beautiful decor piece to tablescapes. Just attach them to the bottom of a glass to add a pop of color. You can see how I created these beauties on my You Tube Channel.

You can also take clay and adhere it to furniture. The Nightstand Furniture Makeover came out very unique with a one of a kind look. On this project I used DIY Paint Dark Wax to get into all the crevices of the moulds. I then finished it with a coat of White Wax.

Iron Orchid Designs Air Dry Clay used with the Decor Moulds can create beautiful pieces of art like this Mermaid Mobile. I used clay to create a handful of mermaid with the Mermaid Mould. Then I attached the mermaids with clear string to an embroidery hoop.

The project ideas really are endless when it comes to using Clay. On the Furniture Makeover Dresser below I created a vase with a rolling pin and then stamped using the Iron Orchid Designs French Script Stamp onto the clay before it dried. I used Golden Ticket which is a paint product from DIY Paint and a Iron Orchid Designs Decor Transfer of florals to finish off the look. I’ve got a blog post and a video in my Iron Orchid Designs Clay Project Playlist that you can watch for the full tutorial.

During the different seasons I love to incorporate the use of clay into my seasonal projects. The wood eggs were created during the Easter Season. I really enjoyed creating baskets and trays full of these gorgeous and colorful eggs.

I hope I’ve inspired you to try using Air Dry Clay in your Home Decor DIY projects. I’m certain you’ll be satisfied with your creations. Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Hi there Sweet Friends, today I’ve got a “One of a Kind Furniture Makeover” for you. If you’re new to the blog and big HUGE welcome.

If you’re part of the Create With Cynthia Blog Family, you know that I love furniture makeovers and I really love creating unique pieces. This furniture makeover is exactly that.

I love to find furniture on the side of the road or at the Second Hand Store. When I’m thrift shopping, my eyes see tons of possibilities with many different items. Paint and many different paint products, like clay, moulds, stencils and decor transfers, can really add an interesting look.

Furniture Makeover with Decor Moulds and Clay!

This little nightstand sat in my parent’s home for many years. I have a hunch it may have been my Grandmother’s. When my Mom gave it to me, it was on it’s way to the Second Hand Store.

Wondering how to make furniture appliques for your dresser makeover? Today I’m providing a step-by-step tutorial showing you an easy way to make decorative appliques using Iron Orchid Design Decor Moulds and Air Dry Clay.

The REDFIN Blog!

I was honored to be featured in an article written by Emily Huddleston of REDFIN. The article, “Thrifty Tips and Tricks for Home Decorating on a Budget,” is exactly what this project is all about. The article explains how buying decor for a home can be an expensive endeavor.

When I’m decorating my home, I usually think, “Why Buy New?” Instead of buying new, I’d rather buy old and transform the piece of furniture.  Find an old wood dresser, a bit vintage and a bit damaged. Give that dresser a few coats of chalk paint to transform the piece into something beautiful. Did you see my project Before and After Wood Dresser Makeover. It was the perfect example of “Why Buy New,” just like this nightstand.

Whether you prefer the vintage look or the boho look or even a more traditional vibe, decor moulds and clay applied to any piece of furniture can really spruce it up.

Make your own designs with air dry clay by using more than one decor mould. Updating a piece of furniture is just one way you can use air dry clay and decor moulds on your DIY home decor projects. I’ve also created Bird Wine Charms and a Mermaid Mobile and I’ve got a big playlist of projects on You Tube.

Now let’s get to this furniture makeover tutorial.

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE FURNITURE MAKEOVER WITH DECOR MOULDS AND AIR DRY CLAY:

• Nightstand or any piece of furniture
• Iron Orchid Designs Air Dry Clay
• Iron Orchid Designs Decor Moulds
• Debi’s Design Diary DIY Paint in White Swan
• Debi’s Design Diary DIY Paint in Dark Wax
• Debi’s Design Diary DIY Paint in White Wax
• Debi’s Design Diary DIY Paint Blending Brush
• Cornstarch
• Titebond Glue
• Scrapper

DIRECTIONS FOR CREATING THE FURNITURE MAKEOVER WITH DECOR MOULDS AND CLAY:

STEP ONE:

Use Iron Orchid Design Air Dry Clay and a variety of different Iron Orchid Design Moulds to create pieces to be glued to the nightstand.

Tip: Use Titebond Glue to adhere the moulds to the nightstand. Adhere the moulds to the nightstand when they are still moist. Do not allow the moulds to dry. Once all clay moulds are attached to the piece of furniture, allow them to dry completely.

For more tips on creating moulds check out my Playlist of Videos on You Tube. Air Dry Clay by Iron Orchid Designs on You Tube.

Tip: After gluing the clay onto the surface either lay the furniture piece horizontal or use painters tape to hold the clay in place.

STEP TWO:

Paint the piece of furniture and all of the clay moulds your desired color. I used Debi’s Design Diary DIY Paint in White Swan with the Blending Brush.

STEP THREE:

Apply dark wax to all of the moulds. When applying the dark wax, work it into the crevices of the moulds. Then immediately (before the wax dries) wipe off the excess dark wax.

Tip: Be careful not to get the dark wax on the piece of furniture where there are no moulds. If you do, wipe it off quickly and use white wax to help remove the dark wax.

STEP FOUR:

Once you have wiped off the excess dark wax allow the dark wax to dry. I waited a couple of hours.

STEP FIVE:

Your final step is to apply white wax to the moulds and remaining piece of furniture.

Tip: Use a clean brush when applying the white wax. You may want to wipe some of the wax off as you are applying it. Play with the piece. Enjoy the process. Wax is easily manipulated, so keep working on the piece until you get the desired look.

I started this project on a Facebook Live back in May. Here is the First Facebook Live Video and here is the Second Facebook Live Video. Stay tuned for an upcoming video on this project on You Tube.

Furniture Makeovers take patience and persistence. Enjoy the process and keep working at it until you are satisfied. Remember, most furniture makeovers go through an ugly stage.

Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Hey there Sweet Friends, do you love painting old furniture like I do? Old Vintage Furniture can be repurposed easily with a nice paint job. It’s fun and a lot less expensive than purchasing brand new pieces.

This buffet was my grandmother’s and is over 100 years old. I remember as a little girl seeing it in her home. This buffet is stained in a dark Mahogany and if I tried to paint it, there would be bleed through. I don’t have plans to paint this piece as it has been well cared for and does not need a paint job.

How To Stop Bleed Through When Painting Furniture!

When painting a piece of furniture that is stained in Mahogany or Cherry, there will almost always be bleed through. Bleed through is where the stain seeps through to the top of your paint. So, if you paint a piece of furniture in a light white color, you will see brown/black splotches all over the piece. This problem can be expensive (more paint coats) and annoying!

I painted these tables in A Maker’s Studio Rescue and Restore Paint in the color Hissy Fit and Blessed. I love the glimmer that the Metallic Gold Wax gives the pieces. I also used A Maker’s Studio Cerusing Wax on the white part of the table to ensure a sturdy top coat. I love the distressed look and how the wood shows off. #EnjoytheBraggingRights

Now these two tables were a bit of a challenge, as the wood was stained Mahogany. I used Zinsser Shellac and sprayed the tables with two coats.

In the “Sewing Cabinet Turned Desk Transformation and a Night I was Stood Up on a Date!” project, I dealt with bleed through and the issue was resolved because I used Boss by Dixie Belle.

I’ve got a super fun playlist on you Tube, “7 Furniture Makeovers with Story!” Most of these furniture makeover’s I dealt with bleed through on.

Eliminating Bleed Through on painted furniture is easy. There are a variety of products on the market, called “Stain Blockers” that you can use to eliminate Bleed Through on Painted Furniture. Here are some of the products that I have used. All of these products work, but I don’t love using all of the products, just fyi!

How To Stop Bleed Through When Painting Furniture with Stain Blockers!

1. Zinnser Shellac
2. Boss by Dixie Belle
3. Salvation Solution Wood Stain Blocker by DIY Paint Co.

My Bad Date Furniture Makeover was a fun project where I did not have to deal with Bleed Through. The bleed through probably happened but because I used a black paint color, the bleed through spots did not show up.

The Two Little End Tables refurbished using A Maker’s Studio Rescue and Restore Paint is also a video on You Tube.

They make great bedside or couch tables. #CraftaBeautifulLife

Little End Table x 2 = A Blessed Hissy Fit!

You can watch my videos for more of my personal opinions on the three product – Stain Blockers” that I have worked with. I’m certain there are many other Stain Blocker products on the market. I hope this inspires you to paint a furniture makeover where you know you will have bleed through. It’s really an easy solution to correct and the end result is usually worth it.

Make it a great day! Now go out there and Create Something.

Cynthia

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Today, I’m joining a bunch of Bloggers on a Pinterest Organization Challenge. I went on Pinterest to look for ways to better organize my bathroom. I love repurposing and I had this old ladder that needed to be used. While searching on Pinterest, I found this pin that motivated me to turn an old ladder into a bathroom storage solution.

What do you think?

Three Steps to an Old Ladder turned Bathroom Storage Solution!

Let me give you the steps necessary to create this project.

Step one: Find an old ladder, hardware hooks, baskets, wood crates, tray’s and nametags. Any or all will do!

Step two: Paint your ladder and corresponding parts if needed.

Step three: Assemble your ladder. I used nails to attach the baskets to each step and included name tags. I also added hooks on the side for hanging towels. I used a large wood crate to hold larger sized towels. The baskets held toilet paper and my under garments.

Old Ladder Bathroom Decor!

The purpose of this Pinterest Challenge is to motivate all the participants of this hop (and you too) to not just pin, but to make it happen! This month’s challenge is about organization and storage, so I chose to turn a ladder into an organization shelf for my bathroom.

TO JOIN NEXT MONTH’S #PINTERESTCHALLENGE, CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP ⇒ February Pinterest Challenge

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   Now, let’s see what the other hosts have created ⇓⇓

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Here’s what you need to recreate this project:

Now go out there and create something.

Cynthia

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