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September 19, 2015

Edmonton Decorator | 12 Pallet DIY Ideas

Why Upcycling Pallets is the New Black

If you're ever worked in a warehouse, you've seen more than your share of pallets. Drive by just about any industrial park and you see disposed pallets piled sky high. Many companies will offer these free for the taking.

If you're got a little imagination and some know how with tools, you can turn that trash into treasure.

Here are some of my favourite ways to upcycle wood pallets. Which one would you pick?

Rachel Schofield, IDDP® | 780.999.3021 | www.EdmontonDecorator.com

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September 5, 2015

Edmonton Decorator | DIY | Painting Fabric

Why Painting Fabric Will Make You Question Everything

Design trends come and go, but budgets don't always keep pace with these trends. The floral sofa you spent thousands on last decade is now terribly out of date and is a giant eyesore in the center of your living room. So what do you do? Re-upholstering can be very costly and pre-fabricated slipcovers come in limited sizes and colours. Do you live with the floral monstrosity or shell out more hard earned money to keep up with the Joneses?

What if I told you that you could PAINT your upholstered furniture? If you haven't heard of Chalk Paint, let me introduce you to this makeover miracle! It doesn't matter if your furniture is leather, linen, velvet or cotton. This paint will transform it all!

Chalk painted leather chair

Chalk painted settee

Chalk painted wing chair

Chalk painted arm chair

Chalk painted wing chair

Chalk painted French chair

Chalk painted ottoman

Chalk painted wing chair

Chalk painted rattan chair

Chalk painted arm chair

Chalk painted sofa

Chalk painted dining chairs

Visit this site for an in depth tutorial for using Chalk Paint to transform your fabric covered furniture.

Rachel Schofield, IDDP® | 780.999.3021 | www.EdmontonDecorator.com

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August 29, 2015

Edmonton Decorator | DIY | Chalkboard Paint

The Chalkboard Paint DIY Article of Your Dreams

Chalkboard paint is a modern design marvel. It allows you to instantly transform just about any surface into a canvas for your creativity. Write down an inspiration quote. Doodle a caricature. Then wipe it all away and start again. Tada!

I grew up in an era where teaching was done on a chalkboard. So I guess I still have fond memories of this school room esthetic.

Use chalkboard paint to create table top and galleries for children, customizable wine glasses for guests or simply a message center for your family.

Chalkboard Painted Dresser

Chalkboard Painted Coffee Table

Chalkboard Painted Wall Calendar

Chalkboard Painted Bathroom

Chalkboard Painted Menu

Chalkboard Painted Serving Tray

Chalkboard Painted Message Center

Chalkboard Painted Herb Pots

Chalkboard Painted Wall for Kids


Chalkboard Painted Spice Rack

Want even more DIY ideas? Check out my DIY Diva board on Pinterest.

Rachel Schofield, IDDP® | 780.999.3021 | www.EdmontonDecorator.com

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June 25, 2013

Edmonton Interior Decorator | Top 5 DIY Projects

Whether it's about getting the "look for less" or pride in creating something with your own two hands, do-it-yourself projects are a fun way to add custom pieces to your home decor. They're also great for rainy days. And I don't know about you, but we've been getting a LOT of rain in my neck of the woods lately.

I scoured Pinterest and rounded up my top 5 DIY projects that I can't wait to try! (Click the images to take you directly to the how-to.)

DIY Mercury Glass

Source: homeheartcraft.com via Rachel on Pinterest

DIY Spray Painted Lamps

Source: savvydesignwest.com via Rachel on Pinterest

DIY Framed Wallpaper

Source: paperjewels.com via Rachel on Pinterest

DIY IKEA Custom Overlays

Source: myoverlays.com via Rachel on Pinterest

DIY Custom Headboard

Source: lilikoijoy.com via Rachel on Pinterest

Want even more DIY ideas? Go to my DIY Diva board on Pinterest!

Rachel Schofield, IDDP® | 780.999.3021 | www.EdmontonDecorator.com

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July 11, 2012

Edmonton Interior Decorator | DIY & Crafts | Make it like Martha

Looking for something to do on the long, hot days of summer? Engage your inner Do-It-Yourself Diva and give some of these Pinterest-ing crafts a try! (Click images to be taken to directions, etc.)