Crystal - 29 Rue House
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Three Step Reupholstery Project
For this project, I first refinished the chair with an oil-based gel paint (http://29ruehouse.blogspot.com/2013/03/using-oil-based-gel-paint.html), then I added the seat fabric
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DIY Beni Ouarain Moroccan Rug
I took an ivory colored rug I already owned and DIY'ed it into a Beni Ouarain Moroccan Rug by using some painters tape and a sharpie.
3 Hours Easy
Rock/Agate Slice Framed Art
Have some rocks or agate slices you don't know what to do with? Fill a frame or shadowbox! If doing a shadowbox, try clear velcro and if squeezing them into a regular frame, box tape works fine!
Using Oil-Based Gel Paint on a Chair Reupholstery Project
I'm in the process of refinishing/reupholstering a chair and thought I'd share my experience with using oil-based gel paint. It was good but check out the blog for more and to following
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DIY Extra Wide Roman Shade
We made a roman shade using a blind mechanism, fabric rings, trim wood and fabric glue. The shade could be no sew but you will need a needle and thread to attach the fabric rings.
DIY Layered Pom Pom Trim Curtain
Here's a how to on sewing a layered pom pom trim curtain. If you avoid sewing machines this could easily be a No Sew Project with some iron on hem tape and fabric glue.
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It'sa matter of taste and you did what fit for you, I was just excited about the idea of doing ...»
The Cheapest Curtains Ever
I wanted to switch out our curtains for something new so after coming across this huge roll of stretchy fabric for $10, I made new curtain panels for $1.25 each.
Add Interest to Shelves by Changing up the Finish on each Shelf
We're working on making our daughter's closet more functional and after painting it, we've added some shelves with different finishes and details for design interest. Come check us out as we continue to redo the closet.
Framed Faux Butterflies
These inexpensive and colorful butterflies from Michael's were perfect for a framed collection. http://29ruehouse.blogspot.com/
DIY Hand-Painted Ikea Lampshade
Here's a quick how to on coming up with a design and hand painting it on a simple lampshade. My biggest tip if you've got a new lampshade wrapped in plastic - practice your design ideas
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The chairs that I'll be doing have brass nail heads all around the seats. Hmmm, have you ever attempted one like this before?? Your canadian Cousin Elayne