“Why would I use Annie Sloan Paint on my Kitchen Cabinets”
“I’m planning to paint my kitchen cabinets. Why would I use Annie Sloan paint and wax vs a high quality paint with polyethylene? Seems like a multi step process and it intimidates me.” This is a GREAT Question…and a real one from on of our...
Workshop Wednesday-Enhancing knot too shabby GLENDORA
I remember when the term “workshop” was synonymous with the man’s domain. Dad talked about how he wanted a clean workshop in his garage (which was shared with all manner of boxes, furniture…furry creatures). My Papa even had an entire one-car...
What’s New from Annie Sloan
Last week, Kelly and I packed our bags and headed to the good ole’ south. New Orleans to be more specific. The US distributor for Annie Sloan Paint, Unfolded is headquartered in that amazing city. Every year, we gather as a group of Stockists to network,...
How to Shop the knot too shabby BAZAAR Like a Pro
This is the week where I lose sleep just thinking about the knot too shabby BAZAAR! I’m in good company too! I’d venture to guess that a number of the vendors experience the loss of sleep making last minute booth preparations and mental to-do lists when...
Social Media for Small Biz
This past Sunday afternoon, we were able to meet a number of our registered knot too shabby BAZAAR vendors during an informal meet ‘n greet, at which time we answered questions about the event and shared advertising ideas. There were a lot of questions about why...
We’re giving away a $500 Artist in Residence Grant to One Lucky Teacher
What do you get when you have eight cans of paint, 30 paintbrushes and 30 ten year olds? Chaos? Nah. Enthusiasm for sure! And, lots…LOTS of noise. This year, we’re giving away ONE, magical afternoon of on-site inspiration and instruction to one AMAZING...
Designing a Stellar Show Booth
We are just weeks away from our Annual Spring knot too shabby BAZAAR. This year, we have more than a dozen brand new vendors and are over 30% booked. So, now is the time to make the commitment and reserve your booth space for 2016 event! In the meantime, I thought...
Mixed Paint, Stained Finish and Stenciled Top
This is part 2 of the little chest of drawers I refinished last week, tutorial style! You can read Part One here. Before What you need: Klean Strip (or other paint stripper of choice) Putty Knife Protective Gloves and Eyewear Trash bag Paper Towels Chalk Paint® Wax...
A Metaphor for Life
You know how some people do yoga to reflect and relax? Or, take a bath, exercise, pilates, get a massage…? My best moments of reflection happen while I’m painting. I’ve been accused of having tunnel vision while I work on a project because I have a...
How to Re-Design a Room
Undergoing a complete room re-design can be a daunting task. The statements I hear are, “I don’t even know where to start,” or “I don’t know what colors to use,” and even “I’m at a wall and don’t know what else to...
Happy Heart Day
Just before Valentine’s Day a few years ago, my friend Michelle Black asked if she could snag my girls for a photo shoot to create a cute Valentine card. We continued the tradition last year, too. And, this year at the last minute (meaning about two weeks ago),...
Vintage Player Piano with a Twist
It’s been nine years of painting furniture, maybe more. The days of white finishes, Duck Egg Blue and Paris Grey are all but retired for me. I have long ago stopped hemming and hawing over paint colors with the constant worrying about what will sell. Reality...
How to Build a Vintage Style Kissing Booth
We’ve had nearly five years worth of photo booths for every special event that the Glendora Village has to offer! It’s hard to stretch our imaginations to do something different yet extravagant since we’ve done so many of them. But, we manage! For...
“Businessy” Tidbits and Starting your own Small Creative Business
As I was preparing for Career Day at Goddard last week…and, as I’ve been executing a comprehensive business plan for 2016, I’ve realized that I LOVE business about as much as I love painting! It’s really not that surprising (I have a Masters...
Date Night Anyone?
Do you love Valentine’s Day? Or, do you hate it? Do you spend it as a couple or with the family? Either way, there are some fun things to do around town during the coming Valentine’s week. These happen to be Caitlin’s top picks for a night out on the...Gettin’ it on with Goddard
Community Outreach is a HUGE part of what we love to do! Whether it is through financial contributions, donations of product, or educational opportunities, I love getting out into the community to share my love of BOTH small business as well as painting. Every year,...knot too shabby BAZAAR 2016
The ToP 10 Reasons you should apply to be a vendor at the knot too shabby BAZAAR in no particular order! This isn’t the Rose Bowl Flea Market which means you won’t be competing with 22,476 other vendors selling practically the same thing as you (for probably cheaper)....Changin’ it Up
Just before Christmas, I got to catch up with an old friend and colleague I worked with back in my Fire Department and Emergency Management Days. We had fun reminiscing about our days training the public in disaster preparedness and response, working with Homeland...2016 Pantone® Color Selection and Gilded Feet-aka “The Rolos Dresser”
Every year, Pantone® comes out with a fashion color report. This report is a HUGE indication of what the color palette will look like not only in the fashion industry, but for home decor as well. While I’m usually playing catch up on what’s trending, this...
Painting Workshops
If you are hesitant to take a paintbrush to your much-loved furniture, we can help! Sign-up for one of our many in-store workshops or host one of your own!
"Open-Paint" Days
If you love to paint as much as us, then you will love our "open-paint" days!