DIY: Gold Leaf and Emerald Resin Cabinet Knobs

This post is sponsored by ETI. All the craft ideas and opinions are my own. DIY: Gold Leaf and Emerald Resin Cabinet Knobs Learn how to make absolutely stunning gold leaf and emerald resin cabinet knobs to add glamour and sophistication to your furniture. These are easy to make and are a great beginning project if you are new to resin. Make knobs any color you desire and add that gold or even silver leaf flakes for the perfect touch. Let's get started! If you saw my post yesterday, you'll notice this updated hutch--check it out here !  I was totally inspired by Brancaster Castle on the Chrismtas Special of Downton Abbey. (source) It's also the castle that Lady Edith marries into.  It's stunning! I just froze the show and studied it.  I love those giant ornate frames, the marble fireplace, the clock, the valance over the door, the high ceilings and molding.  So awesome. I love the emerald green and the gold!  It's so glorious! So that's the inspi...

DIY: Shabby Chic Furniture Cabinet!

DIY: Shabby Chic Furniture Cabinet! I love updating and refinishing furniture! This cabinet was given to me by my brother and sister in law.  I think it was left in their home when they bought it and had no need for it. I knew I could transform it into something lovely! It just needed some chalk paint and a handmade resin and gold leaf knob.  Check out this before and after! I received this chipped, grimy cabinet hutch for free. It looked like it belonged in the trash or on the curb for sure!  I used this Chalk paint in Sheepskin to paint it. It's from Plaid Crafts , they send me the supplies I love in exchange for using them! Chalk paint is awesome...here's a post about it and milk paint  I just wiped the cabinet down with a damp cloth and then started painting. No sanding necessary! It goes on thick and creamy.  I only painted the outside edges.  With the first coat there are still visible paint brush lines. You can stop there an...