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DIY Faux Wood Picture Frame

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Hello again Friends! It’s Aly from Entirely Eventful Day. I hope you love Fall like I love Fall! Today I am sharing a project perfect for Fall, or anytime of the year. It’s a faux reclaimed wood picture frame. We all know how “in” reclaimed wood is right now. But I don’t have time to go out and reclaim wood, do you? Didn’t think so. That’s why I created this little beauty for you.
If you would like to fill your DIY wood picture frame with this cute I “leaf” Fall printable, come on over to my blog and download it!
Start with any ol’ picture frame. Mine was painted red from this Valentine project.
You will also need wood printed wrapping paper, Mod Podge (I used gloss), scissors, and a brush.
The first thing I did was apply some scrap pieces to the corner. I wanted a miter cut look and it was apparent that I wasn’t going to be able to get the perfect in the corner. So I cheated. It worked perfectly, couldn’t tell at all.
Then I lined up my paper, making sure I had the right amount to fold into the inside, and cut the angle.
Follow the directions on the Mod Podge bottle to apply the paper. You want to apply it both under and over the paper.
When it was time to do another corner, I simply made sure that the miter cuts overlapped and my red frame didn’t show.
I found this particular wood print paper at Hobby Lobby.
I hope this project starts your Fall off right. I can’t wait for apple cider and falling leaves!
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10 Fun Pumpkin Ideas for Fall

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The other day I was searching for a pumpkin post in the archives when I discovered that I have a whole lot of posts that include pumpkins. This probably stems from my deeply embedded love for fall, but even I was surprised how many there were. So, I thought it would be fun to do a round up of my ten favorite pumpkin posts. 
This is gonna be fun right?! Let’s get on with it…my top ten favorite pumpkin posts.
I mean it has an actual branch for a stick. What’s not to love?
The most adorable treat envelope ever.

The easiest treat you will ever make! Two ingredients.
I love how the white pumpkins have a totally different mood!
If you can fold paper in half, you can make these!
Duct tape is a girls best friend.
Starbucks knock off, like drinking fall.
No sew cloth pumpkins for the littles to toss.
Made with dollar store supplies.
Like the originals with a little surprise.
You think that’s a lot of pumpkins? I had even more posts that didn’t make the list. I’m telling you, I love fall and I can’t wait for it to get here! The kids are back in school and it has even started cooling down just slightly. Can’t wait to hear the leaves crunching and head on down to the pumpkin patch!
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DIY Wood Lantern

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Thank you, Michelle, for letting me steal the show! I had the great opportunity to meet Michelle the other day and I’m so glad that I did! Her projects are amazing 🙂 I guess I should introduce myself, I’m Alicia, voice behind Thrifty and Chic.

Like most of you, I’m sure, I love to create and decorate! I usually focus on projects like building furniture and easy….and cheap :)…..DIY projects for your home. I’ve been on a kick lately of changing up the walls in my house, like this planked wall in my front room. I am in love with it…well, as in love with it as you can be with an inanimate object 😉 lol. I also just redid my guest bathroom for under $60…and the board and batten in there was only $11. I’m all about decorating on the cheap…or lets class it up and say ‘being thrifty’. That’s also why I choose to build my own furniture. It’s a great easy way to change up a space without spending a lot of money…just using a little bit of elbow grease.  You can find all my furniture plans, from farmhouse tables to benches, on my blog!

Today I’m going to share with you a super simple ‘building’ project. A lantern. A cute little shabby chic lantern 🙂 If you have some wood sitting around your house, I’m sure you’ll have enough to make this. I just used some scrap pieces. And the best part, since it’s ‘shabby chic’ who cares what the wood looks like 🙂 The more beat up the better!

Read on for the full tutorial…

Here are the supplies:

  • 2 pieces of wood cut to the same measurements. Mine are 5 1/2″ x 5 1/2″. I used a 2×6 board and a cedar plank board for this. You can use a cedar plank for both or a 2×6 for both. However you want it to look.
  • One 2×4 cut squared, so about 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″
  • Four ‘legs’ cut the same height. You can use a 1×2 or a 2×2 for this. I cut mine 8 inches high
  • One 1×2 cut square (not pictured)
  • Wood glue
  • Screws (if you plan to actually hang this)
  • Paint/stain
  • Jute/rope

First step: Place the ‘legs’ (I know they aren’t legs, but it’s easier to explain this way lol) on top of one of the 5 1/2×5 1/2 pieces in the corners. Secure with wood glue.

Step two: Place the top 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 piece on top, secure with wood glue.

This would be a great time to screw the legs into both sides if you are deciding to hang the lantern. Counter sink your screws on the top piece, and fill with wood putty so you won’t see them.

Step three: Secure the 2×4 piece on top of the piece in step 2, make sure it is centered.

Step four: Take your square 1×2 piece, and drill a hole down the middle long ways. Secure to the top of the lantern.

Step five: Make it look nice. Sand and then paint/stain and distress (if you would like).

Step six: Get some jute, and send it through the top hole, tie it off.

And there you have it! Just needs a light. I used a votive candle holder for mine. Just make sure that if you use a candle that actually burns, you have enough room from the top and all sides of the wood. Just use your own discretion on this, and be safe 🙂

You can probably tackle this project in about an hour if you aren’t making dinner or wrestling around with the kiddos.

Thanks again Michelle! I hope to see you all soon 🙂

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I want one of these lanterns for my boys bathroom right now! So fun, thanks Alicia!

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Painting Tips for All Experience Levels

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Hello, it’s Ali from House Vintage… back again! Summer is over and school has begun.  To celebrate back to school, I am sharing some lessons I have learned about painting furniture.  I have divided these simple tips based on your ability, so even if this is the first piece of furniture you have ever painted, it will turn out great.

    Estate sale globe painted with spray paint.

Beginner

  • A great finished product, starts with proper preparation.  Sandpaper and a good primer are your best friends.
  • Practice makes perfect.  Buy second hand furniture at garage and estate sales to refine your technique.
  • Pick the right paint.  Spray paint works well for smaller pieces with lots of nooks and crannies. Latex paint is fine for larger pieces.


Intermediate
Once you have honed your skills, try some of these tips to up the ante.
  • Mix your own paint colors.  I like to use leftover latex wall paint to make custom colors for furniture.
  • Try different painting techniques like distressing.  Paint a base color, then a contrasting top coat.  Use sand paper to remove the top color in areas that would typically show wear like corners.
  • Change up the paint finish you are using.  High gloss gives a modern look, whereas a flat finish will look primitive.

Advanced

Now you’re an expert…have some fun.
  • Mix your mediums.  Paint and stain are a great combination, or mix your paint colors for a contrasting look.
  • Decorate with paint.  Try polka dots for a child’s room, or stripes in the entry way.  If you don’t have a steady hand, use painters tape or stencils (buy or DIY).  
  • Try different types of paint like chalk or milk paint.
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Thanks for the tips Ali! I am always surprised how paint can totally transform things!
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