Bring fresh color to an old dresser, a little cabinet, a frame, or the unexpected piece waiting in the garage. Wendy selects DIY Paint because it invites you to follow your curiosity and make a piece feel like yours.
Wendy has used DIY Paint across her own furniture projects, from bright layers on the Blue Diva cabinet to the water-lily scene on the Monet’s Bateau dresser. The paint is part of the story, but it is never the whole story. Shape, hardware, history, and the room a piece will live in all have a say.
That is what makes painting furniture so satisfying. A forgotten piece does not need to become someone else’s idea of perfect. It can become bolder, quieter, stranger, more useful, or simply more like home.
Start with the color that makes you pause. A soft white can open up a dark corner. A teal, blue, green, or marigold can turn a plain piece into the part of the room everyone remembers.
DIY Paint is especially lovely when you want the work to feel handmade rather than factory-finished. Wendy uses it for the gentle movement of layered color, small painted details, and finishes that let the personality of an old piece remain visible. There is room to make a decision as you go, to step away, and to come back with a new idea.
See Wendy’s painted furniture stories →Every DIY Paint project starts with a feeling. Go calm, go bright, or choose the color that refuses to leave your mind.
Whether you are starting with a simple refresh or an idea that has been growing for years, a few clear choices keep the process enjoyable.
Before you choose a color, look at the piece in the room where it will live. Notice the light, the wood tones, the fabrics, and the details you want to keep. A paint color does not have to match everything around it. Sometimes the right choice is the one that gives the room a new little spark.
Choose a small, uncomplicated piece with solid drawers or legs. Clean it well, pick one color you truly like, and let the shape of the furniture do some of the work. A plain side table or frame can teach you how the paint feels without asking you to solve every problem at once.
Begin with colors that belong together, then keep the first layer simple. Add the next color only where you want movement, depth, or a little surprise. Wendy’s Blue Diva cabinet grew from cobalt, greens, gold, and small details, proof that a memorable piece can begin with the willingness to try.
Think about how the furniture will be handled before you begin. A decorative frame has different needs from a dresser top, kitchen cabinet, or potting bench. When a piece will meet water, hands, drawers, or daily life, choose a finish that protects the work after the color is complete.
Painting can be forgiving, but preparation still matters. Clean the surface, make a small test area when you are unsure, and give a repair or primer the time it needs before you add the fun part. A little patience at the beginning gives your chosen color a much better chance to stay beautiful. When you are ready to shop, choose the color first, then gather the brush, primer, wax, or topcoat that suits the piece. Wendy’s collection includes colors and companion supplies for the way you want to work, whether this is your first small refresh or the beginning of something bolder.
You do not need a perfect plan before you begin. You do need a clean piece, a color you are excited to use, and the patience to give each layer the care it needs. The goal is not to erase every mark of the past. It is to make sure the new finish has a sound, cared-for surface to hold onto.
Wendy’s potting bench has lived with water, plants, and daily use since 2020. It was painted with DIY Paint and sealed with Big Top, a reminder that a practical piece can still carry color and personality.
That distinction matters when you are choosing supplies. Wax can give a painted piece a warm, soft finish. A durable topcoat is often a better fit for tabletops, high-use furniture, or any surface likely to see splashes and fingerprints. The color gets the attention, but the final layer is what lets you enjoy the piece without hovering over it.
Read the potting bench story →
DIY Paint by Debi’s Design Diary is a richly pigmented, clay-based paint Wendy uses for furniture, decor, and creative projects. It has a soft matte finish and can be layered, blended, and sealed to suit the piece.
Yes. It is a natural fit for furniture projects when the piece is cleaned, prepared, and finished for the way it will be used. Wendy’s furniture stories show several real projects made with DIY Paint.
The finish depends on the piece. Wendy uses wax for a soft sheen and reaches for Big Top when a piece will receive more everyday wear, water, or handling.
Shop Wendy’s current DIY Paint colors online, or visit her South Carolina locations to see her work and creative supplies in person.
Browse Wendy’s current selection of DIY Paint, then give that waiting piece a little of your own imagination.
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