A charming but tired side table gets the royal beauty treatment in this week’s DIY project.  Poured paint in purple, grays and blues then combed in a wavy, flowing manner gives a dreamy, ethereal feel. This combed paint technique has been around for centuries, often to mimic wood grain.  However, bright colors make this timeless process look contemporary, creative and cool.  This was an inexpensive because it used paints already on-hand but the result of a priceless masterpiece!

With Mother’s Day just days away, here are five easy and earth-friendly DIY gifts we know the Mother-like figure in your life will love.  In addition to being fun, these projects are also good for your budget when you pick up items at Goodwill.  Also, reusing and repurposing things keeps them out of landfills which is good for our beloved planet.  

Part ballerina, part princess, all adorable!  A small, upholstered side chair gets a starring role makeover that puts it center stage for a charm-filled performance. Try this fun and easy DIY project one time and you, too, will say it’s “tutu cute!”