Goth it yourself

How to use a Dimensional Paint Writer to create this Macabre Work of Art from a thrift store pitcher. This Poisonous Gothic DIY pitcher is perfect for Gothic Entertaining... or even for a Halloween party!

This DIY Gothic Ball & Claw Foot Serving Tray is just the thing you need to step up your hosting game, and serve your food in style!

In my last post I showcased the crackle chest of drawers I did for my daughter. Here are a couple other pieces I refinished for her....

And now the conclusion of our dresser makeover! (See part 1 and part 2.) We have finished painting everything... Now it's time to add the stenciling. Use a gloss or semi-gloss sheen in the same color as the matte paint used on the drawer fronts. I used Behr Premium Plus Ultra in "Black." Use a stencil of your choice. For a continuous, overall pattern, a wall and floor stencil works well. I used "Victorian Baroque" from Stencil Ease (available from Amazon). While not a requirement, stencil…

Changing the seat covers is an easy way to revamp dining chairs. A coat of paint sometimes helps, too. :) For my new (old) dining chairs, I...

Once upon a time, I bought a chest of drawers at a thrift store. It was the perfect size. It was most definitely NOT the perfect color. I painted it into a more pleasing appearance, and it lived for a few years in stripey, batty glory. Then I decided to make it over again, this time with a bit more sophistication. One thing I've learned from GIY projects is that small details, such as feet and molding, can have a big impact on furniture. So I began this makeover by turning the chest of…

The theme for the December craft-along is Anything Goes. To share your Craft Along with GIY project: 1. Add the Craft Along with GIY icon to your blog post. Link the icon to this page: http://gothityourself.blogspot.com/p/craft-along-with-giy.html 2. Leave a comment with a link to your project. If you're not a blogger, you can link to your webpage, Instagram, or anywhere else readers can see it. (Please link directly to the project page.) I will compile the links on the Craft Along with GIY…

Choose your favorite gothic or dark image, like this metamorphic skull, and learn how to transfer it to metal using mod podge. Create amazing home decor!

Learn how to transform basic wall tiles into Skeleton Tile Coasters for your Gothic Home.... A fun puzzle and functional home decor all in one!

Last weekend, I had excellent thrift store luck. This weekend, I had excellent weather luck. The conditions were perfect for spray painting: no snow on the ground, mild temperatures, and no wind. I seized the opportunity to paint my new finds along with the horde of "to be painted" items that I've been collecting over the last few months. Here's the process I use for successful spray painting. First, gear up. I suggest wearing latex or vinyl gloves because spray paint is quite difficult to…