Hey there! I'm Brenda, and I'm obsessed with breathing new life into old furniture! This channel is all about upcycling, restoration, and DIY projects that are kind to your wallet and the planet. ♻️
Let's be honest, I'm not exactly the picture of crafting perfection. I have ADHD, so sometimes things get a little...interesting (read: slightly chaotic!), and I'm the queen of klutz. But guess what? That doesn't stop me from creating amazing things! Here, you'll find beginner-friendly tutorials that anyone can tackle, and budget hacks to keep that wallet happy.
I'm also a believer in the power of creativity as therapy - it's good for the soul (and maybe distracts you from the neverending to-do list in your head, if you know what I mean!). So, if you're ready to unleash your inner creative genius (even if it's messy!), join me on this upcycling adventure! Let's turn trash into treasure, one project at a time.
Please send partnership enquiries to brenda@phoenixfurniturestudio.co.uk
However, not removing and cleaning the hardware seems lazy. Otherwise; thank you for not slapping chalk paint. All over it. Real wood furniture is getting scarce 😮😮
If I am painting a piece, then I generally just do a scuff sand to smooth the surface & help the paint adhere. If I am restoring a piece, then I normally start with a paint stripper, then sand to even out the surface after stripper and get any bits of finish that I may have missed. Or, if the finish is barely hanging on, then I'll just sand the old finish off. It gives an ven slate to put your new topcoat on. So, in short, I always sand! What I'm doing determines what degree of sanding I'm doing :)
Save the plastic bags from grocery shopping. Cut down to size, cover area that willl not be painted, one piece of tape around bottom of leg and paint ~ won't spend much on tape then :)
