Brighten My Day Cross

This is one of my most favorite creations to date! I had so much fun making it because I allowed myself to just create and not worry about everything being placed in the perfect spot. Sometimes you just have to let go and create! 

My First Spray Paint Project!

I bought this beautiful table from an antique store for $20!! I completely failed to take a "before" picture but that's my first lesson learned!

I didn't have a clue as to what I needed in order to turn my somewhat dull table into a master piece. So of course I turned to what every woman turns to when they need some help, Pinterest of course!!!

I found some amazing blogs that helped me on my journey to uncovering my spray painting talents! Here are the ones I kept going back to again and again.
http://www.tipjunkie.com/diy-decorating/how-to-spray-paint-furniture/
http://doordiy.wordpress.com/2012/07/07/our-latest-campaign/

While I'm no Martha Stewart, I found myself needing more details or maybe less details and more tips and tricks. So I decided to write my own blog on "My Addiction to Spray Painting." Ha! Since painting my table I've also painted a dog bowl holder!  I just wanted a blog on the cheapest, quickest, but effective way to go about spray painting furniture.

So here goes:

Every blog I went to had at least 7+ items listed as "must haves." I however, did it with only 5.

* Drop Cloth - $4-5
* Spray paint- $4 (it was also a paint and primer in one, score!)
* Sanding block- $3
* Sealer- $5
* Painters Tape- $1

I laid out my drop cloth (it was plastic not cloth, for the record) then placed my table on it. I started sanding away. This was a very tiring process, considering my table was rather large with all sorts of accents and curves. I wanted the edge if the table to be a different color so I started tearing away at the painters tape to try and section that part off. This was God awful! *Helpful Tip- Don't Buy $1 Painters Tape!!!*

After I had it somewhat sectioned off and before the tape started to fly away in the West Texas Wind,  I quickly started spray painting my table. This part was fun! *Helpful Tip- Don't Spray Too Close, or the Paint with Start to Drip!* I didn't buy a mask so the next morning I woke up with the worst headache I've ever had. Might be best to spring for the mask next time!

After the first coat of paint I waited about 20-30 min then re spray painted. I then took the take off and painted the edge of the table with some paint I had laying around my house. I let it dry overnight.

Next day I sprayed the table with the sealer, it was a "glossy finish." The directions said to do 2 coats... the spray paint smell was so toxic I only did one! WoW!

Here are some pictures!!! Hope you enjoy!!

~* Wood Blocks* ~

Hello All,

I'm just now getting back into the swing of things from being on vacation. The cruse was amazing and we can't wait to go on another one! ! 

Here are a few things I have been working on lately:

                    Wood Block with Picture, Fringe and Letter, $35  

                                                       

                                                

                                    Wood Block with Love, Wings and a Cross, $10

                                     Wood Block with Faith, Crosses, and Fringe, $35.

         ~~~**Don't Forget, I Make Custom Pieces Too!**~~~

New Posts on Etsy !

Hello All! 

I've been getting orders out these past two weeks and will post pictures of the new orders soon! 

In the mean time check out my Etsy Shop. 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PaigeCope?ref=top_trail

You can buy right online and I will ship it to you! Thanks for your support!!

Paige <3

~ For the Nursery ~

Every nursery is unique in its own way. What better way to personalize your new bundle of joys nursery then with these personalized nursery decor. See something you like but would like it in different colors or a different theme, just let me know!

                                                   Nursery Letters, $6/letter

 

                                Tin Tubs to match the nursery complete with name,

                                                                 $55.

                                                             Little Princess Sign, $25.

                                                     My Little Man Picture Frame, $12. 

                                                           

                                                        Arr Matey Picture Frame, $12. 

                                                    Beary Cute Picture Frame, $12. 

~ Here Comes the Bride ~

Wedding season is in full force!!! Get your wedding shower gifts and bride gifts before it's too late!!

                                                 Wedding Shower Basket $75

             Basket includes, salad spoons, tongs, spatula, ladle, whisk, polka dot drying mat, dish towels, measuring cups, sink saver, and basket. I can coordinate colors that will match the brides kitchen colors. I can also add utensils according to your preference.

                                                        Emergency Bride Kit, $65. 

  Includes make-up bag (will differ from the bag in the picture), travel size: pads/tampons, static cling, hair spray, first aid kit, mouth wash, bobby pins, deodorant, sun screen, aleve, tums, nail kit, brush mirror combo, ponytail holders, kleenex, breath mints, mini disposable tooth brush and Dr. Scholl's Rub Relief Stick.

~ Picture Frames ~

 These picture frames are all different sizes and styles! Let me know if you see one you just cant live without! Or if you would like for me to custom make you one!

                                                    Red Zebra Love Frame $40

                                              Custom Dog frame with stand, $30.

                                                 Pink Home Frame w/ stand, $35

                                          Girls Just Want to Have Fun w/ stand, $20

                                                       Beary Cute Frame, $12.