Specifications
| Release Date | 2013-04-09T00:00:01Z |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Pages Count | 192 |
| Publication Date | 2013-04-09T00:00:01Z |
This illustrated book provides step-by-step techniques for transforming furniture using paint, stains, decoupage paper, stencils, and other surface treatments. It contains 192 pages of instructions, materials lists, and project examples to guide refinishing, restoration, and decorative embellishment (Illustrated edition, published April 9, 2013).
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Furniture Makeover Service
Offer pick-up/drop-off or on-site refinishing and decorative makeovers using the book's proven techniques as your standard operating procedures. Create tiered packages (basic paint & seal, decoupage/stencil details, full restoration) with clear pricing, turnaround times, and before/after photos. Use the book to train assistants, ensure consistent quality, and market transformations on social media and local classifieds.
Hands-On Weekend Workshops
Run small-group classes teaching core techniques from the book (paint layering, decoupage, stenciling, distressing). Sell tickets plus material kits (pre-cut decoupage paper, sample paints, mini stencils) and offer an add-on 'tool kit' for attendees. Position workshops for hobbyists, bridal parties, or corporate team-building; use the book as the course curriculum and reference guide.
Curated Upcycled Furniture Line for Boutiques/Online
Build a signature product line (e.g., 'modern farmhouse' or 'botanical chic') using the book's methods to produce consistent, branded pieces sold through local boutiques, Etsy, or your own shop. Standardize finishes and packaging, photograph styled setups, and offer limited-run seasonal collections. The book helps document repeatable recipes for finishes so you can scale production with consistent quality.
Digital How-To Guides and Stencil Kits
Create downloadable how-to PDFs, short video tutorials, or printable stencil designs based on techniques you refine from the book, packaged with physical stencil sets or decoupage starter kits. Sell these as low-overhead digital products or subscription content (monthly mini-projects). Use the book as the technical backbone to ensure your instructional content is accurate and professional.
Creative
Chalkboard Dining Table with Stenciled Border
Use the book's paint and sealing techniques to convert a tabletop into a durable chalkboard surface. Paint the center with chalkboard paint or a smooth black milk paint, seal appropriately, then add a decorative stenciled border using contrasting colors and antique glazing for a worn, farmhouse look. Ideal for family kitchens or kids' craft tables; finish with a wipeable topcoat recommended in the book.
Botanical Decoupage Cabinet
Apply decoupage paper to the doors and sides of a small cabinet using the book's step-by-step adhesion and sealing methods. Layer floral or vintage botanical papers, blend edges with glazing/stain techniques from the book to integrate paper into the wood grain, then distress lightly and topcoat for durability. Great for bathroom storage, entryway pieces, or as a statement jewelry cabinet.
Two-Tone Distressed Dresser with Stenciled Medallions
Create a contemporary-vintage dresser by painting the body one muted color and the drawers another, following the book's layering, sanding, and distressing techniques. Add focal-point stenciled medallions on select drawers, then highlight edges with stain and wax to achieve an aged patina. This combines multiple surface treatments from the book for a high-end, handcrafted result.
Faux Marble Coffee Table Top
Use paints, glazes, and feathering techniques from the book to faux-finish a tabletop to look like marble. Start with a bonded base coat, build translucent veins with thin glazes, soften with wet brushes or sponges, and finish with a high-gloss protective varnish recommended in the guide. The result is an elegant piece without the weight or cost of real stone.