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Colour Me KT provides Furniture Upcycling Blogs and Tips. I'm Kate Holt, the founder of Colour Me KT. I started painting and upholstering furniture over 20 years ago when I was redoing my daughter's bedroom and couldn't find furniture that I liked. I have turned my hobby/ lifestyle into a small but growing business, specialising in painting and upholstering custom one off furniture..
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3w ago
Transform Your Dressing Table Top with Fleur's Super Clear 1:1 Resin and Jewellery Embellishments
Are you looking to elevate your dressing table from ordinary to extraordinary? Adding a touch of luxury and creativity to your furniture is easier than you think with Fleur's Super Clear 1:1 Resin. This high-quality resin not only provides a durable and glossy finish but also allows you to embed stunning jewellery pieces, creating a one-of-a-kind decorative look. Here’s how you can transform your dressing table top into a dazzling centrepiece using this versatile resin.
What You'll Need:
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2M ago
Blending paint on furniture can seem intimidating, but with the right tools and techniques, you can achieve stunning results. Today, we'll explore a unique method using a sea sponge, a plastic bag, and Fusion's metallic paints to create a beautiful, vintage-inspired finish.
Introduction to Blending with a Sponge
Years ago, while struggling to blend paint seamlessly, I stumbled upon this method. Using a sea sponge gave my pieces a textured, vintage look that I grew to love. This technique is perfect for those who, like me, find traditional blending challenging.
Materials Needed
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3M ago
Fusion™ Mineral Paint UK
Ready to transform your furniture with minimal effort and maximum impact? Say hello to Fusion Mineral Paint. This ultimate all-in-one paint is perfect for DIY enthusiasts and professional decorators alike. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the ins and outs of Fusion Mineral Paint, why it’s the go-to choice for so many, and how you can get started with your projects today.
SHOP FUSION MINERAL PAINT UK
As an official premium stockist, we at Colour Me KT are proud to offer Fusion Mineral Paint, a brainchild of the dynamic mother-daughter duo, Jen ..read more
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4M ago
How to use Homestead House Milk Paint: A Vibrant DIY Guide on Painting The Inside Drawers
Are you tired of dull, stained drawer interiors? Want to add a pop of colour that's both fun and easy? Look no further! In this blog post, we'll explore a fantastic technique for painting the inside of drawers using Homestead House Milk Paint in the lively shade of Beret. No more boring drawers – let's make them vibrant!
Why Milk Paint?
Before we dive into the process, let's talk about why milk paint is the perfect choice for this project. Homestead House, the company behind Fusion Mineral Paint, has ..read more
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10M ago
Painting fabric may seem like a daunting task, but with the right techniques, it can be a breeze. In this guide, we'll explore a simple and effective method that will have you turning plain fabrics into personalized masterpieces. Follow these steps, and you'll discover that painting fabric is not only easy but also incredibly rewarding.
Step 1: Prepare Your Fabric.
Start with a clean canvas – in this case, your fabric. Ensure it's free of any dirt or debris that might interfere with the painting process and absorption. A quick spray of water helps even absorption and stop and start marks.
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1y ago
Fusion Mineral Paint has brought out a brilliant new product called Transition.
Are you wanting to bring a touch of sustainability to your projects? If so, you should definitely consider using Transition. This brand new product can add an elegant look to any project and cut down on the time you need to spend adding coats. Not only that, but it is made from recycled Fusion paint!
In this post, I'll show you exactly why it's so amazing. Stay tuned...
The brand new Transition paint from Fusion is an excellent and effective way to save money during your projects. "Why?" I hear you ..read more
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1y ago
I have had a few people ask me how to use wood veneer on their projects, so I decided to share how I do it with you and show you it's not as difficult as it looks!
Firstly, I was amazed at how easy this method was. I demonstrated it on the charming Mackintosh cabinet featured in the video, with lovely slatted doors. In the video below, I show how you can transform your piece and give it a new lease of life with wood veneer!
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Here's how to do it:
1) Remove any old veneer.
2) Unroll an ..read more
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1y ago
Why a conference?
Guest post by Sarah Pelly
I'm so excited to be able to tell you all about this event. It has been an idea I have been obsessed with for over a year and a half and now and with the help of my partner in crime Kate Holt of Colour Me KT it has now become a reality.
I have been investing in myself and my business for a good few years now, These have included being in Jennifer Allwood's membership coaching group, Rachel Miller's membership group, I have taken Rachel's flagship course Moolah and Stu Mclarens Tribe course and conference. These honestly are just naming a few. It seem ..read more
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1y ago
For this method I am using:
Staalmeester roller
Fusion extender
Fusion mineral paint - Coal Black
Laying off brush - Staalmeester brush or any of these brushes are just as good!
Artist brush - to tidy up any odd bits
1. As always, make sure to clean and prep your furniture.
2. Really massage the roller into your paint.
Optional: The Fusion Extender can help get rid of brush strokes too. You put the equivalent of 3 teaspoons into a whole pint of paint. Or a couple of drops into the paint tray, and this will give you a lot more open time - time t ..read more
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1y ago
Fleur have brought out this brilliant range of copper patinas which include real metal elements in it to give it a genuine effect.
It’s a fairly simple process providing you use the products in the right way and what’s fantastic about these products is that they are water based, can be used on any surface (wood, metal, plastic, glass), and have an extremely realistic outcome.
There’s so much that you can do with this and it’s really quite simple (and exciting) to use!
As with most of my advice, definitely experiment with different tools, techniques and preps as you’ll find that you can achi ..read more