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Brushstrokes for Different Folks

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When you usually think of paint, you think of smooth finishes. Most people find brushstrokes a bane to painted pieces. Others think they give a distinct home-made type feel. It's not easy to completely avoid brushstrokes but there are some tips to help minimize them, esp when using chalk and mineral and clay type heavier paints. To avoid all brushstrokes, use a sprayer! [That's for another post.] But these tips will help you get that glidin' smoooooth finish you want:  Apply thin, even coats of paint. You can thin thicker paint with water and mix well. Keep the brush damp by misting it with water before dipping it in the paint. Paint in the same direction as the wood grain using long, parallel strokes. Use a brush with the right sheen and stiffness. Brushes with stiff bristles will leave brush strokes. However, too-soft brushes can become oversaturated with paint. After each coat of paint dries, smooth it out by running fine grit sandpaper over the surface. Then...
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And What About The Older "Kids"? Transform a Dorm Room!

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 Sending the kids off to college is a huge, huge, family-dynamic changing event. Ensure your favorite (or not-so-favorite) child brings some elements of HOME so they can feel comforted on those late night sess's. It also allows your soon-to-be-adult child the space to truly be "theirs". But always let 'em come home and raid the fridge!  Transform Your College Dorm Room Your college dorm room is more than just a space to sleep and study; it’s a reflection of your personality and a place to unwind. With limited space and a tight budget, it can be challenging to create a stylish and personalized dorm room. However, with the help of  Dixie Belle Paint  and your school colors, you can Transform Your College Dorm Room into a cozy and inviting space without breaking the bank. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the process of styling your college dorm room inexpensively while incorporating your school colors using  Dixie Belle Paint .   Research Your School Colo...
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Don't Forget The Small Spaces

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Small spaces don't have to be forgotten, or boring. Look at this tiny little bathroom! The collard green coloring is lovely and modern on the walls with the ceiling scotting wallpaper as a contrast, and then she brings it home with a converted ornate picture frame into a mirror as the point of interest. Designer: Jean Stoffer Design You can easily replicate this look. Prep an old frame (clean it well with White Lightning), and depending on what material you're working with, use BOSS and/or SlickStick. Paint the base a brown color such as Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint in Putty  or Coffee Bean if you prefer a darker look. Add Moonshine Metallics in Gold Digger on top the brown base. Then apply a black glaze , and wipe it back so it sits down inside the crevices. Seal, and voila!  You can also acheive a similar look using the copper patina base paint (no patina!) and black glaze . Or paint it brown, glaze, then add gilding highlights in a mix of  Gold and Copper.  ...
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Fall Can't Come Soon Enough! Bring the colors!

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oh yes; we are going ALL IN on AUTUMN! Given that it's still 107 degrees here in CA (other parts of the country are feeling the pain(t), too!) we are all SO over summer and SO ready for FALL. Fall is the best season of all, y'all!  Check out Connie of FAFF Design's awesome autumn orange piece.  " The piece pictured here is painted using Florida Orange as the main shade which has been layered over other colours for an industrial look" Get your Florida orange here!  https://dixiebellepaint.com/florida-orange-chalk-paint/
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Kids Bored Already? Craft 'Em Up!

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 Kids love the first days of school (usually, anyway). And then it seems as if they get bored within a week! Here is something to thwart the "Mom/Dad I don't wantttttttttttt do my homeeeeeeeworkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk" aches with some fun FALL crafts! 8 Fall DIY Crafts to Do with Kids Hey there, crafty families! As the seasons change and the leaves begin to fall, it’s time to gather your little ones and embark on some delightful DIY adventures. And guess what?  Dixie Belle Paint  is here to add color and creativity to your fall crafts! Join us as we explore eight exciting and easy 8 Fall DIY Crafts to Do with Kids that will leave your kids in awe. Let’s dive in and let the painting magic begin!   Leaf Collage:    Greetings, leaf lovers! With  Dixie Belle Paint , you can take leaf collages to a whole new level. Add a touch of brilliance by using shades like “ English Ivy ” or “ Barn Red ” to paint the leaves before sticking them onto a paper or cardboard canvas....
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Back To School (Whew) for the 'Rents!

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 And now that we send our precious lil' cargoes off to school (let the poor teachers deal with them, ha) we can have some peace and quiet. Wait; now it's TOO quiet! Let's bring back the fun and engage our children with crafts that they will enjoy, or ideas WE can do to make our kids the coolest kids on the block with stylin' craft ideas. Back-to-School Crafts for Kids As summer comes to an end and the back-to-school season approaches, it’s the perfect time to engage your kids in fun and creative activities. Crafts are a great way to encourage their creativity and imagination, and using  Dixie Belle Paint  can add a colorful and vibrant touch to their projects. In this blog, we’ll explore some exciting back-to-school craft ideas that will not only keep your kids entertained but also help them personalize their school supplies and accessories with the help of  Dixie Belle Paint .   Personalized Pencil Holde rs: Start the new school year with a personalized touch b...
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