Erin Rochon Design Blog
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Erin Rochon is a Interior decorator and is passionate about upcycling. She has been featured several times on CTV Ottawa Morning Live and Daytime Ottawa teaching viewers about upcycling, furniture refinishing, and DIYs.
Erin Rochon Design Blog
2y ago
Decorative boxes are a great storage option to hide clutter and a fun design element to add into your space. I found this wood storage box at my local thrift shop for $1.99!
This was the perfect project to use Dixie Belle's new Eucalyptus transfer from the Belles and Whistles line. Small decor pieces are a fabulous way to have some fun and get creative. Here are the steps and materials I used so you can try this out on your next project!
Materials
White Lightning
Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral paint in Antebellum, Palmetto, Farmhouse Green and Cotton
Belles & Whistles Cotton and Eucalyptu ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
2y ago
Do you love the idea of using trendy colours in your space? Painting furniture is a great way to have fun trying out new colour trends without the cost or long term commitment.
Some of 2022 big design trends are grounded earthy tones, warm neutrals, texture and curved furniture. I had this dresser that no longer worked in my space. It’s the perfect project to try out some of these trends.
Here are the materials you need and the steps to create this retro, warm toned dresser.
Materials
White Lightning
220 Sanding Pad
Shop rags
Slick Stick
Dixie Belle Chalk Mineral Paint in Sand Bar, Pi ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
2y ago
I love trying out new products and using new paint colours! I was thrilled when Dixie Belle launched their new Desert inspired Silk All In One Mineral paint colour palette and new stencils from the Belles & Whistle line.
Silk All In One Mineral paint is so easy to use. It has a built in topcoat, primer, stain blocker and leaves a beautiful, smooth finish.
This tray I found at a garage sale needed a little love. It is the perfect project to try out a new colour and stencil on. Here are the materials and steps you need to know to try this out on your next project.
Materials
White Li ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
2y ago
Create a custom look while elevating your painted furniture by adding a stencil. Dixie Belle’s Belles and Whistle line has several stencils that work with any style and are easy to use.
I had a tired side table was the perfect project to try out Dixie Belle’s Mudcloth stencil. Here are the steps and materials so you can step up your refinishing game and try it out on your next project!
Materials
Whitehead Lightning
Sanding pad
Slick Stick
Dixie Belle Paint in Drop Cloth & Cotton
Belles & Whistles Mudcloth stencil
Dixie Belle paint brush
Foam roller
Painting tray
Shop rags
Clear Coa ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
2y ago
Do you have a tired piece of furniture that you have been thinking of painting but you are not sure where to start? Painting furniture is a great way to get creative, have fun and make amazing transformations. Here are 5 points to consider to help you get started painting furniture.
Choosing The Right Project
Painting furniture is a great way to take something that is tired or doesn’t work with your color palette and refresh it with a new colour.
With Dixie Belle paint you can paint almost anything! Solid wood, laminate, glass, metal, formica, ceramic, PVC, Ikea furniture and glossy surfa ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
3y ago
Painting solid wood furniture is so easy to do, but did you know that you can even paint shiny, slippery surfaces like laminate, veneer and more? With just one extra step you can open the door to even more creative transformations using Dixie Belle Paint. Adding Slick Stick into your toolbox is a game changer!
What is Slick Stick?
Slick Stick is a water based adhesion primer that will help paint adhere to slick surfaces. Slick Stick is not needed for all projects but it is a great problem solver for those where there may be some concern that the paint won’t adhere.
What surfa ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
3y ago
Inspiration can come from anywhere. I found this gorgeous duvet cover one day while scrolling through Instagram and instantly fell in love.
I was so inspired that I decided to make a big shift in my colour palette.
From light and airy to rich, dark and moody.
The colour of my bed frame did not work with the duvet. Rather than buying another bed to match my duvet cover, an inexpensive option was to paint my bed. Here are the steps and the materials I used to transform my bed with Dixie Belle Paint so you can try it out on your next project.
Materials
Dixie Belle Paint in Pine C ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
3y ago
I found this lamp on one of my trips to my local thrift store. The shape and size was perfect but the colour was a little outdated. The lamp did not work with my decor, but I knew that I could easily transform this lamp with Dixie Belle paint.
Photo credit Pottery Barn
I love the organic, aged look of ceramic table lamps. They are a big design trend, I wanted to recreate the look using Dixie Belle paint. Here are the materials I used and the steps so you can try it out on your next project.
Materials
White Lightning
Slick Stick
Dixie Belle Paint in Coffee Bean, Drop Cloth, Terracotta ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
3y ago
Are you tired of your outdated kitchen cabinets and can’t take on the big cost of a renovation? Kitchens can be one of the most expensive rooms to renovate, but you can get big savings by DIYing your kitchen cabinets. If your tired, outdated cabinets are still in good condition, here are 5 steps to help you tackle your project and make it a success!
Style & Colour
One of the great things about painting your kitchen cabinets is that you can get the look of a custom kitchen, without the expense.
Photo credit Lotus Theory Designs
The first step is deciding on the style and colour for y ..read more
Erin Rochon Design Blog
3y ago
Over the past year I have been working on redecorating my bedroom. I had this vanity that was previously painted but it no longer worked in my space. I took a few hours to transform this piece with Dixie Belle paint and made a tinted wax to add to the details.
Step Three
I found these gorgeous drawer pulls, I love the slight beige veining in the marble and wanted to replicate the colour. Since brown wax would be a little too dark, I decided to replicate the colour by making a tinted wax. It is so easy to do and can make a big impact.
I used my spatula to put some clear Best Dang wax and ..read more