I snagged a small canvas at the Dollar Tree and decided to transfer an antique picture to the canvas. I wanted to create the look of a primitive oil on canvas WITHOUT the price tag that often comes with the true antiques. This transfer method is easy to complete and you will loving adding the […]
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How to Paint a Distressed Look – the EASY way!
I used to use A LOT of paint when I was trying to paint a distressed look on things. First, I painted on a SOLID base color, then I painted a SOLID top coat. This resulted in TONS of sanding to get a distressed, primitive look on my projects. Then, one day, I happened to […]
How to Make & Use a Rug Hooking Proddy Stick
In this post, I will show you how to make and use a rug hooking proddy stick strip cutter. A proddy (proggy) stick strip cutter is fast and easy to make with a table saw or router table. With the proddy stick, you can effortlessly create strips of wool all the same length for proddy […]
Primitive Sunflowers Tutorial
In this post, I am going to show you how to make these primitive sunflowers. They are easy to make with just a few sewing and painting supplies. I will show you how to cut the sunflower petals and make the middle look realistic by painting and adding seeds. You can hang these in bundles […]
Beginner Punch Needle Supplies
To start punch needle embroidery, you will need some specialty punch needle supplies along with some supplies you might already have. Find out which beginner punch needle supplies are essential and download the printable supplies list plus a handy checklist. Punch needle embroidery is completed with small fibers such as embroidery floss and pearl cottons. […]
Grungy Pantry Jars Tutorial
Dig some glass jars out of your recycle bin and follow this Grungy Pantry Jars Tutorial to create your own primitive kitchen canning display. These antique looking jars are easy to DIY and have a great old fashioned look. You could set them on a shelf in your pie safe or other prim kitchen display. […]
Primitive Wool Flags Tutorial
I love adding some Americana to my summertime farmhouse decor! Find out how easy it is to make these primitive wool flags using ric rac, felted wool, and sticks in this step-by-step tutorial. These prim flags are cute added to a display of geraniums or patriotic decor. Supplies to make Primitive Wool Flags: Felted wool […]
Primitive Firecracker Bundles Tutorial
I just love decorating for all of the patriotic summertime holidays! This year, I wanted to add some red, white, and blue primitive firecracker bundles to my Americana decor. I created them out of dowel rods, paint, and jute. Read on for the step-by-step craft tutorial. Supplies for the Fireworks Bundle: wooden dowel rods – […]
