Farmhouse Chest of Drawers

Always changing things but one thing I love to do is paint. I have done quite a bit of palette knife paintings and I am going to preview them at the Boro Art Crawl this month. Also, I have been painting lots of furniture. When you are an artist you just want to create.

I always lean towards the ones with lots of details. Country Chic Paint has some great colors to work with. So glad I carry the line at my store Dreamingincolor! This is painted in Driftwood and Vanilla frosting. 

I just got a new paint in also! My Grandson actually mixed and created this color and Country Chic created it for my signature line of paint. It is named after him. This is a grey blue color and I can't wait to paint something with it.

It seemed appropriate since my son just adopted him this year. I wanted to do something special. Our hearts are so full!! He is a bright spot in our day. 

Check out all the great colors at the store!

If you are interested in a furniture class we have one on Aug 25th 10:30-1 Call 615-907-0091 to register.

Hope I see you all soon!

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Painted Antique Wardrobe

Wardrobes like these are hard to find. When I do find them I am amazed how beautiful they look when painted. The details show up so much more and the refreshed look makes them desirable.

I have painted a few antique wardrobes now and like any piece I do, I have to ponder about the way I decide to paint it.

Like this Audrey Hepburn one.

I want something different.

Something that isn't all over Pinterest.

Something artistic...

So I started painting this piece. I used Country Chic paint in Harmony and vanilla frosting. I added stripes with painter's tape and had to do some touch up when I pulled the tape off but all and all I love the way it came out. Paint really makes the piece come to life. All colors are fun. It just has to fit to me like my red wardrobe I painted.

New YorkTable

Every now and again I like playing around with my painted pieces. When you paint so many things you look forward to something different.

I have had this little table for a while. Over the holidays my post on Pinterest of 12 things to do in NYC at Christmas was going crazy and it gave me the inspiration to do a New York table.

New York City is one of my favorite places to visit. The energy and excitement flourishes when you step on the pavement.

"....I want to wake up in the city that doesn't sleep."

My daughter will be moving there again soon. She lived there a short time this summer to go to Stella Adler Acting School.  When she sees this New York table she will be coming up with ways to take it with her when she moves.

It could be called a subway art table too. Playing with different letter styles.

A Year in Review

Well, another year has come and gone. Could this be real? It is amazing to me how the time goes so much faster the older you get.

This is A Year in Review her at Dreamingincolor. There were so many wonderful things that I didn't get a chance to write about here on my blog.

This is the top ten posts that you viewed the most!

A Year in Review of the popular things you read about. 

I do wish I had wrote more about the beautiful things that were created for the store but I realized that having a store that I have opened and operated by myself has turned into something that has occupied most of my time. With that said, I am thrilled to have written some to share with you.

I will start with number 10!!

Click on the name under picture to see the whole post.

French Nightstand

Painted furniture at Dreamingincolor

Seems these day I paint so much I tend to forget the before pictures to show you. I get new furniture in and it goes out to quick. Thank God!!

So I decided to show you some of the great pieces I have at the store. Some are here and some have sold.

I am celebrating six months in business too! It has flown by.

I have learned a lot and still can learn more.

One thing I know for sure is that I have stayed true to myself and my art. The people that come in say it is because of the different way I paint that caught their eye. That is such a validation. I love to put my spin on my furniture. Doesn't mean it is the best out there or the right way, just means it is my way. I'm good with that!

French Nightstand {Country Chic Paint}

Tropical Cocktail and Cheesecake sounds like something I would have on my next cruise. Although I do need a vacation, this is far from sun in my hair and a paper umbrella in my hand.

These are two colors from the Country Chic Paint Pallet! It is what i decided to use on my french nightstand,

Here at Dreamingincolor in Murfreesboro, TN we have been playing with all sorts of colors. Ever since the big freight truck brought us a pallet full. 

When you paint a lot of furniture you welcome a little change. I am always thinking of color combinations and mixing some to get something unique. Like this pink nightstand.

I love that these colors are pastel and bright and give a great range. It all depends on the piece of furniture or my mood as to what gets painted what. It brings that "dream in color" to reality.

I love the layers on this french nightstand.

French Lingerie Chest

One of the best things about picking, hunting and having a store is the unique items you find.

This piece's finish wasn't my favorite but I knew paint could help change all that.

I think a lingerie chest is unique don't you?

I mean, it is very handy, love the shape and how many people have one of these now?

French Provincial 6 Drawer Dresser

Love french furniture and applying different painting techniques.

That is what I am known for at my store. 

Something I always tried to do also on my blog.

Like when I painted my blue and white dresser!

But now I had a pretty french provincial dresser to makeover.

Top 10 Projects of 2013

I cannot believe that this year is over! 

What a wonderful year it was. I know some may be wishing it was over but even with the bad things there was a lot to be thankful for.

Last year's top 12 projects was so much fun I decided to do it again but I narrowed it down to the top 10. Now you can see all the projects you picked to be the best, well most viewed anyway!

Like Letterman, I will start with 

Number 10

Pier 1 Knock-Off Burlap Bunny Napkin Rings

These were a big hit! I loved them too. It was a Pier One knock off. I gave a tutorial on how to make these. It was big with google +1 too.

Number 9

Antique Turquoise Desk

Not only was this piece turquoise, it was an antique. Great lines and a fun painting technique made this one popular. I made this for my sis!

Number 8

Chocolate Ganache Cake

This is a warning!!! The best chocolate cake evah!!

Number 7

Layering Paint on a Dresser

I think this was so much fun. I love trying new things and this dresser not only was a beauty it was layered with three paint colors.

Number 6

Game Day Sausage Rollups

Sausage Rollups that are quick and easy for game day! A win, win!!

Number 5

Monster Mason Jars

These were too cute and easy. I made three different ones to share!

Number 4

French Farmhouse Hutch

I have a thing for hutches. They are a lot of work but the results are so satisfying. I can't go wrong with Paris Grey!

Number 3

French Patina Nightstands

Another new paint technique I tried. Definitely different. I silvered leafed for the first time on this piece.

Number 2

Blue and White Dresser

Do you see a trend? I think you all like when I use my artsy painting!!

annnnnd for the number 1 post of 2013

Number 1

Old fashioned Oatmeal Cookies

This was a surprise! Good ole oatmeal cookies!! This is a recipe from a good friend. I have been making them a long time and they are really delicious! They are my family's favorite.

Soo a couple of crafts, some good recipes and lots of furniture!! I call that a great mix!

This is only possible because of you! Thank you so much!

I am not going anywhere. There are a lot of ideas in this crazy head of mine.

Here's to a great 2014!

Happy New Year!

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Dreamingincolor Open House

Dreamingincolor opens its doors for Christmas goodness!

An Open House for my first Christmas in the store! 

I have been away from here for awhile. I have missed you all. My husband has been in the hospital. 

He is doing ok now but it happened the day before the open house last weekend.

Needless to say, it has been a crazy December.

Me and my Skate Wreath. You can see how tired I was in this picture.....

Grey and White Antique Dresser

Sometimes a piece of furniture comes along and in a blink it is gone! Like my blue and white dresser.
and….That is what happened with this one.

Kinda…

Although I had it for almost a year totally painted and ready to go, I simply forgot about it.

I know, crazy girl!

I mean I knew it was there but other pieces were bought and painted and sold while this lonely little thing sat in storage.

A grey and white antique dresser waiting patiently to be in someone's home!

Wood and Paint Vanity

No you are not seeing double!

If you were over at Suzan's last week at Simply Vintageous, you probably already got to see this project. I wanted to share it here too!

If you already commented, please comment again! They are always nice to hear!

This is my first piece of furniture I have done in a two-toned look. Leaving some wood and some painted.

I just love having the best of both worlds.

And look at those details!!

French Painted Patina Night Stand Chalk Paint Project

disclaimer: Although Annie Sloan Unfolded supplied me with the Napoleonic Blue paint., all opinions are mine in this post.

Chalk Paint® decorative paint by Annie Sloan, has become a staple in my workshop! It is the only paint that I have worked with that gives me the look I am wanting to achieve. Playing around with paint and textures is something I enjoy doing. So what better time to show you my new creation!

Today I am please to be featured on Annie Sloan Unfolded Facebook page! I realize not all colors or techniques appeal to everyone but when you paint a lot of furniture you look for other ways to get results in hopes of reaching a different buyer. Sometimes just introducing it to my current clients gives them a new design and color scheme to incorporate in their decor.


Techniques lead people to think of things differently! One of my most popular posts is my Blue, White and Grey dresser. Also, my Farmhouse dresser where I layered paint to get an old worn out look. So when I came across these antique French night stands I knew I wanted a different technique. This time I even used silver leaf to add to the French Patina Night Stands.

French Farmhouse Hutch

I am writing this post as I watch the Oscars..... Playing Oscar bingo and tabulating my votes for the winners.

Can someone say multi-tasker?

This piece of furniture ranks up there as one of my favorites. It was a lot of work but one thing about furniture painting and repurposing, is the creation and showing more that just painting.

I feel this piece represents that the best.

I am so happy with every details from the chicken wire to the fabric to the multi-layered paint.

I created a two-tone color of Old white and Paris with a loose brushstroke and blending the two slightly.

There is just enough distressing to make it look natural.

This piece had some great details too from the molding to the curvy legs.

I used white paint to highlight some areas and dry brushed the rest.

I changed all the knobs because the originals were just awful! I removed the glass added chicken wire to give it a farmhouse feel.

I added French script fabric to the back and created the french feel to finish the piece.

And I have to say I am in love......


Too bad she is for sale.....

Until then I will enjoy looking at her!

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