Cousin D.I.Y. is the wholesale jewelry making supplies and accessories division of Cousin Corporation of America. The company was founded in 1970 as a craft and art supply store. As the craft industry evolved we evolved with it and became a major player in the jewelry making business. Today we provide high-quality jewelry making supplies for the beginner and the professional jewelry maker. Our products can be found in major retailers including Walmart, Walmart Canada, Michaels Stores, Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores, Hobby Lobby, A.C. Moore Arts and Crafts, and Meijer.In love with our DIY wedding ideas? Join our free newsletter that is packed full of unique wedding tips, hot trends and great sales! Sorry, the page you were looking for was not found.DIY Dresser Country Chic Paints Hey guys – It’s been a long while since I posted anything and I apologize for that but it’s been crazy busy at Hello I Live Here – so to make up for it today let me tell you about our DIY Dresser Country Chic Paints today.
We partnered with Country Chic Paint to show you this awesome new chalk style paint that has quite a following already. We completed a lovely dresser of an older style that just screamed for a bright setting and Tropical Cocktail color and Simplicity white, followed by a coat of the Tough Coat Clear, which lived right up to its name. This DIY Dresser Country Chic Paints was started by cleaning first with a little cleaner. I let the dresser dry completely and wiped down with a second wet cloth so there would be no OxiClean left that could attach to the country chic paint, I do this with every brand of paint I use regardless, it’s just a good practice to start with a clean furniture – and this is the reason why – look at how stunning this! Then I got started – I painted the sides and top of the dresser first with white creamy, Simplicity color. It went on like silk, was easy to control, very low streaking with the brush, and dried in an amazing chalk like finish.
I completed 2 coats on the dresser, not because the first coat did not cover, but because it is my preference to paint every piece this way, regardless of the expense. I love rich furniture and 2 coats complete this for me. While drying, I moved on to the drawers where I added the Tropical Cocktail color of a turquoise blue. It’s amazing, vibrant and rich on the piece. It too moved on the brush like silk, and dried with that wonderful chalk paint finish we have all come to expect from other brands. Using the rest of the Simplicity White Paint – I added this lovely Martha Stewart Stencil from Michaels. I love how it brought the piece to life. Once the piece dried, I coated the whole thing with 2 coats of tough coat. It worked amazing, dried tough, but gave a low shine finish you want for cleaning, but that lovely appeal you want when your furniture is making a statement. Check out those burlap handles from 😉 fancy! Now that you see the amazing results on my lovely dresser, what do you think? Le
t me tell you a bit about this wonderful paint, because Hello I Live Here will be using this line again One happy DIYer here 🙂 All because of . Country Chic Paint is a chalk and mineral based paint that is specifically designed for us Dryer’s. This awesome paint is VOC Free, contains no harmful solvents, and could not be easier to use, just look at our wonderful results! This fab paint collection allows you to make a piece look beautiful with a smooth matte finish and you have to love the delicious color choices like this Tropical Cocktail. The paint line can be fully distressed for that antique old finish, or the very popular shabby chic look everyone is craving these days. For me the best part – very little prep work – and fabulous results and don’t forget ! – You heard it hear – Hello I Live Here is all in! Become a newsletter subscriber and get the inside scoop on new retailers in your area and the best deals around town on this awesome paint. Are
you are wanting to carry a new line? You must check out this awesome paint. Try the product – I am sure you will love it as much as we did. The results are stunning. Hello I Live Here wants to thank Country Chic Paint for partnering with us on this delicious dresser. You are a wonderful company and brand I will be using again. Well, that’s our post for today about our DIY Dresser Country Chic Paints. Stop by tomorrow as I show you a wonderful product called Wood Icing. I think you will be amazed. Don’t forget to find us on Facebook, , and where we share our fun post with all their readers too 🙂 Want to light up someone’s life with Gift Blocks? Hello I Live Here is taking a break from our wood working today to sharing how to make these beautiful Gift Blocks for Christmas. We all know glass blocks have been used in home improvement projects like shower walls, windows, and various other uses for years. Now, they are being used to make wonderful gift blocks. When
I first started making gift blocks, I had to drill the hole into the gift blocks myself with a diamond bit and water running over the block – It was a lot of work getting that tiny hole into that thick block, but worth every minute of joy these blocks brought to the receiver of the gift. Glass gift blocks light up and are presented with beautiful ribbon that make people light up with delight. I like to tailor the ribbons on my gift blocks to the personality of the receiver through color and pattern. These wonderful gift blocks can also be used for party invitations, valentine’s day, breast cancer survivors gifts, anniversaries, and birthday gifts to that special someone. Just add a touch of imagination to these wonderful clear Deco gift Blocks, and it can be beautiful for any special occasion. The solid glass deco gift blocks features a 4 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ oval opening with clear plastic cover. The elongated cover also has a smaller, round 1 5/16″ hole with a clear, flexible plug with key hole in the center that will allow you to easily transform your glass gift blocks into a decorative light without cutting or drilling into the glass.
I no longer have to drill the hole because Deco Block has done it for you! Deco Block has placed a 4 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ oval opening with a clear plastic cover into the gift block. It has a smaller round 1 5/16″ clear flexible plug with a key hole you simply place the plug into and bam, your block is ready to decorate. You can purchase them at Hobby Lobby all season long. Lowe’s and Home Depot both carry these blocks during the holiday season. I purchase my ribbon from Michaels, Hobby Lobby and Joann’s (look for after Christmas sales for great savings). You can find the lights at Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Joann or Big Lots, as they always carry the smaller strings. Now let’s get started putting your gift block together 🙂 First, gather all the items you need. Then open the gift block and insert a string of 20 mini lights into the block, and snap the plastic piece with the key hole plug onto the block securing the lights inside. Next, plug in the lights. Viewi
ng the block lit while putting on the ribbon helps you figure out where the best place is to set the bow. I wrap a good amount around the block so I have enough ribbon to complete a package tie, and cut the ends of the ribbon into a V shape. Then I start to create the bow. I fold the ribbon around into an oval shape six times, all going the same direction. I make my own bows because I love them very full, and you can never find a store bought bow to match your ribbon. Cut two slits, one on each side of the bow at the diagonal and pull wire through the cuts and twist to pinch the bow together. Fold the bow into half and tighten with wire or ribbon to the tied package gift block. Cut the ends of the ribbon in a V shape. Now, pull out each bow loop until you have a full ribbon. Hot glue beautiful ornaments or piece you love into the center of the bow. This gives the present that little something, something that makes it stand out. 😉 w your gift block is complete! Wa