DIY DIVAS Tanya Joel Workshops at Factory on Grant
Tanya Joel, the creative mind behind the Magic Makeover Kitchen Transformation and Bedroom Renovation, is hosting her own workshops at The Factory on Grant in Norwood.
On Saturday 9 May 2015 from 09:00 to 12:00:
Introduction to furniture painting
The old adage, ‘A good paint job is 90% prep work and 10% painting,’
is absolutely 100% true! Discover all the insider tips and tricks to
ensure your furniture painting project gives you the professional,
lasting results you hope for.
Learn about repairing damaged furniture, preparing old pieces for a new
finish, and preparing new wood and wood-alternative products for
painting. Learn how to stain wood, understand the properties of
different types of paint, and determine the right paint for your
project. Learn about topcoats and how to professionally round-off the
job with the appropriate finish and protection.
Included: Discover the miracle of Chalk Paint - the paint that cuts your
prep time down to a minimum!
On Saturday 16 May from 09:00 to 12:00:
Learn how to upcyle your old pieces or add character to new wood with
a variety of paint techniques.
Techniques include:
- White washing
- Distressing
- Glazing or ‘antiquing’
Also:
- Exciting experimental techniques to inspire your creativity
- Colour theory: how to tint your own paint
- Make your own liming wax
- Make your own chalk paint!
