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For this weeks online training, we demonstrated how to use a napkin for decoupage. Napkins give a beautiful and traditional decoupage finish. They work well on flat surfaces and because they're so thin, they are also great on curved surfaces...
In this online training we're talking all about furniture bleed through and how to fix it! What Is Bleed Through? Bleed through is when the tannins or oils bleed through your paint, showing up as yellow, brown or pink marks....
In this training video we explain how to use the ReDesign rub-on transfers. They're a lot of fun, super simple to use and are a great way to add interest and impact to your furniture or décor project! What are...
Welcome to the first of our training blog posts for 2021! Last year we did a Decoupage Basics series and a Chalk Paint Basics series, both were such a hit that we thought we'd continue them this year. This year...
In the final part of our Chalk Paint Basics series, we talk about a few different finishing touches. Make sure to check out part one for an intro to chalk paint and some answers to some basic questions, part two where we talked about...
In part four of our chalk paint basics series we talk about how to make your own coloured waxes and how to layer them. Please note that this can't be done with all chalk paint systems and is something that...
This week in our chalk paint basics series, we talk about clear wax, dark wax and lacquers. We discuss when you would use them, how to apply them, plus go into some of our favourite tips when using dark wax....
In part two of our chalk paint basics series, we show how to create different finishes using The Artisan Company premium chalk paint and Velvet Luxe with our Staalmeester brushes. Check out part one for an intro to chalk paint and...
We had our first VIP night on Wednesday and it was a great success! We were very lucky to have the team from The Artisan Company join us to help celebrate the launch of their new premium chalk paint. They...
Welcome to our new blog series! This time we're going to focus on our premium chalk paint, including different paint techniques, brushes, distressing, coloured waxes and metallics. In part one we want to introduce our brand new chalk paint made...
