Every time I get the itch to make some Stained Art (the technique I invented back when we were rehabbing this buffet), I always want to try doing something different. Sticking with stained flowers is such a SAFE choice, because I know I'm good at doing flowers! I'm COMFORTABLE doing flowers! I've stepped outside of my comfort zone and tried doing a landscape stained art project, and just ... [ Read More ]
Stained Wooden Logo Sign
I have some exciting news! My baby brother is getting married this summer, and my new sister-in-law is the most precious human being. Like, basically, I can't wait to hang out with her for the rest of my life. She called me up the other day and asked me if I would help her do a project to surprise Josh for their dating anniversary. Since I've been in a creative slump and don't have any ... [ Read More ]
Stained Art on Wooden Box
I've been itching to do another stained art piece using my Shading with Stain Technique. If you haven't tried it yet, I'm warning you it's addictive! I get emails all the time from readers sharing their work, and I'm BLOWN AWAY by the talent. Some of you are putting me to shame! If you've been itching to try this technique for yourself, you can either check out my ... [ Read More ]
Magnolia Bloom Stained Art
Ooo ooo oooooo! I have a new stained project for you today! With the craziness of this past year and the new house, I haven't had much time to throw around stain on my favorite canvas... WOOD! But Della's school was having an event with a raffle, and they asked if I'd like to donate anything for the raffle. This seemed like the perfect opportunity to carve out some time for my art. And I ... [ Read More ]
Reverse Staining Technique
I discovered a new staining technique, and I'm so excited to show you! I used it on my branding for videos, and I've been itching to try it on something else more practical. I'm not really sure what to call this, so for lack of a better term, we're going with 'Reverse Staining Technique'. *This post is sponsored by Frog Tape. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality ... [ Read More ]
Wood Veneer Lampshade with Stained Art!
IT’S FINALLY HERE! The stained wood veneer lampshade! If you watched our Facebook Live(s) you know that we’ve been recording/editing video for my latest stain art! And this time instead of staining onto a solid piece of wood furniture, I actually stained my art onto a thin sheet of wood veneer. Birch to be exact. And then we (Nick) made it into a LAMPSHADE! *This post is sponsored by Mohawk. ... [ Read More ]
Posterized Art Portrait with Stain on a Wooden Canvas
My little sister and I are 10 years apart. I endured a lot of BROTHERS before I finally got a sister, and I’ve always cherished her so much, despite our age difference. We didn’t fight much growing up, because we weren’t interested in the same things. I liked boys and cheerleading, and she liked dressing up her doll. And that was okay! But my little sister Anna is alllll grown up now, at the ... [ Read More ]
Adult Coloring Book inspired STAINED ART!
I know a lot of you are intimidated to try my Shading with Stain Technique… but you shouldn’t be! If you’re playing around on a piece of scrap wood, or a junk piece of furniture you picked up curb-side, then YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE! Yes I’m yelling at you! Tee hee! But in the spirit of trying new things, I thought it would be fun to play around with vinyl decals as a stencil for stained art ... [ Read More ]
IKEA Furniture Redo – Shading with Wood Stain Makeover!
IKEA furniture is the perfect blank slate for an IKEA furniture redo and a great way for you to make it your own! This bistro table turned out amazing, and I hope it inspires you. Besties!!!!! Yes you! And you and YOU! I’ve been feeling soooo much better lately, and even managed to escape for a long weekend to Atlanta for the Haven Conference for DIY bloggers! I’ll admit, I almost exclusively ... [ Read More ]
Unicorn Spit Project Ideas and Inspiration
As I look back over the past few years as a homeowner and blogger, I’ve noticed that each year it seems like my creative focus as been a different subject. This past year, it seems like it’s been my ‘Shading with Stain’ technique (using oil based stains and Unicorn Spit). The year before that it was Painting Backsplashes. The year before that it was the twins’ new room. And the year before that, ... [ Read More ]