The Basics of a Buffet Redesign

Before the Magic Begins Let’s Talk About the “Basics” While participating in our FFB PRO Tribe challenge January & February, I took videos of the very basic techniques we sometimes need to know before we start the redesign process. I’ve been doing this for my new FFBasics FB group for a few weeks now. I’m … Read more

A New Graining Technique

Have you considered doing something different when it comes to texture? I like texture, so I experiment with different products like Retique It Liquid Wood, Saltwash, and textured paint like chalk paint or texture paint. Today I’m using Home Decor Texture Chalk I found on clearance for $5 at Michaels. Sometimes I have an idea … Read more

The Basics – Member Meet-up Project

At our July 2021 Meet-up, we focused on learning and honing skills. One of the projects was a set of matching end tables and I challenged them to use Retique It Liquid Wood and 2 – 3 different stains to make them match. This wasn’t an easy feat since we were using two shades of … Read more

Defining w/Rotary Tool Pt. 3 + Specialty Tools

Power Tools Rotary Tools Part 3 & Specialty Tools Isaac is back with Part #3 of his rotary tool demo; this time he shows how to define an area on a parlor table. After that, he highlights some special tools, accessories and attachments that could come in handy in your future prepping/repairing. What’s your favorite … Read more

Rotary Tools – Part 2

Power Tools Rotary Tools – Part 2 Isaac is back with part 2 of his rotary tool demo. Repairing hard to reach places, smoothing, defining and trimming is difficult without the right tool. He uses the rotary tool along with a contour scraper to define and clean up an area on a parlor table. There … Read more

Stand Out and Show Up Workshops

I’ve had several requests to see my Stand Out and Show Up Workshops from my April of 2020 FFB launch by Blueprint members, so here they are for your viewing pleasure. 🙂 If you have questions, feel free to reach out. I want to make your journey as easy as possible!

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