1. Paint
2. Fabric {we'll talk about where to shop for fabric, and buying tips}
3. Upholstery Tacks
4. Plate Hangers
5. Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Those are my top five {a condensed version of this list} If you are armed with those tools, you'll be amazed at what pretties you can crank out in a limited amount of time. We'll go in depth with each item over the next week. What's on your top five?
5 Decorating Tools You Must Have
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I have all these things, but haven't been too creative lately. Can't wait to see what you're going to teach us this next week!
#6-Spray Paint
Ok, I'm all set with the right tools, now I can't wait to learn some new things to do and create. Hugs, Marty
I just realized I have never, ever used an upholstery tack. LOL!!
Fabric
paint
trims
hammer/nails
stain/rub & buff, etc.
tina
I've never used an upholstry tack either. Hammer & small nails, push pins, husband to level & hammer. :-)
Great list! I can't think of anything I would change for a top 5 list...
#1 - your blog
#2 - other people's blogs
#3 - command velcro strips (how did i live without them?!?)
#4 - fabric
#5 - sewing machine
#6 Diet Pepsi!
I would have to add scissors, velcro, and magnets to my list!
Those commando 3M strips are pretty awesome as well! I think you've covered them all! I love Jill's sddition! Make mine a Cherry Coke, please!
Hugs,
Susan
Great list!!! Definately all need to be in the top 5!
Amen to spray paint and diet pepsi! I really need to get me some upholstery tacks! Also I use the brown shoe polish in a tin to age things, works great.
And look! Nester even has her glue sticks in a cute container! (Note to self: Find cute container for glue sticks . . . )
Oh, and I can be 'specially creative when everyone else is outta the house! So, #6 - Empty casa? (No telling what I'll do while St. Michael's off to the Navajo Reservation to build a church in mid-July! I think I'll paint my kitchen counters!)
I'd add a staple gun in my list for sure :)!
Randee's comment cracked me up!
I agree with Blogs, Diet Pepsi, and paint, paint, paint.
I would just add to that: fabric glue, and iron on hem tape.
a little plate or dish or nails nearby and handy..and my fave petite hammer;;
and sponge brushes and acrylic paints in basic colors..by big ones of white, black and khaki i say!;;;
oh nester i had a baby shower on saturday and birdie cupcakes in nests..sooo thought of you! i cant wait to get some good pictures to share!
Holly
Holly Mathis
www.hollymathisinteriors.com
My summers seem to consist of a lot of painting, so I'd have to add a really good sturdy ladder with a caddy on top that holds all the other stuff!
Though I will admit that having to climb up and down the ladder 900 times certainly improves my rear view!
My drill! I don't know why, but I love it. It is perfect for all kinds of little home makeover projects.
What?!?! No ring clips in your top five? I'd have to have stitch witchery on my top five.
can't wait to hear more...
AND i want to hear about painting the armoire! please...do tell
i'm trying to get the guts to paint mine too!
I agree spray paint in lots of colors is a must have, along with
craft paint,brushes in all sizes,super glue and sweet tea by the gallon!
paint
sandpaper
cordless drill
hammer
nails
Only because I gravitate towards things I can paint and distress and then hang. :)
Donna
Can I have a pre-list? I like your top five, but I need a pre-#1: coffee. Even on these hot days, I need a cuppa joe to get going in the morning, especially if I'm going to be busy feathering my nest.
By the way, I hear you make a mean iced coffee. Is that right? How do you do it?
Purdy paint brushes and roller!
Must haves for my paint projects...Janell
Excellent points, will be interested to see what magic is afoot!
Love your list! Mine would have to include coffee, diet Pepsi, a level, a hammer and some nails, and a great cordless drill!
Of course anything can be transformed with a can of paint too! Can't wait to see what you're up to this week!
#6, Beloved Husband who will swoop in like the cavalry when the things I've screwed into the wall start hanging out drunkenly after 10 minutes.
#7, A big sign to remind me IDHTBPTBB
#8, A favorite mug of Earl Grey tea.
1 Cash
2 Time
3 Cash
4 Time
5 Handy Man
1. coffee
2. Sherwin Williams "paint samples on a stick"
3. cell phone for girlfriend encouragement
4. liquid stitch and or hot glue gun
5. leftover fabric from other such projects
And I completely agree about the spray paint as #6
Ok, I would add blue painter's tape, sandpaper and spackle to the list!! I don't have any tacks...hmmmmm~
1. Glue gun
2. Fringe
3. Sewing machine
4. Your's and Kimba's blogs
5. My Husband's encouragement
I might could get by without 1-4, but I can't make it without #5.
i'm going to get me some plate hangers soon. but my glue sticks, i can never find them. so frustrating.
Can't wait for your inspration. I'm off work for the summer and am feeling crafty! :) I'll be in Huntersville, NC for the 4th visiting my Son and DIL!
Blessings~
Leigh Ann
I think my husband would have to be #1 on my list of must have tools.
#2 Paint
#3 Sewing machine + great fabric
#4 Staple gun
#5 The internet (for inspiration and shopping)
I would switch out tacks for a cordless drill in the top five.
All these things, plus:
Books (for inspiration and elevating stuff).
Spanish moss or raffia.
Candles and filler - split peas, marbles, rocks, black beans...
Tassels
Those little folding easels for small art, platters, books, etc.
I've never used an upholstery tack, either.
Have a great day!
Totally agree with the hot glue gun... I just finished a project last night that would have taken much longer sewing I think it looks just as nice. Love your blog!
Michelle
Do you think the plate would be a good idea for part of my next give away?
Cheri
www.itssoverycheri.blogspot.com
1) Exacto knife
2) Spray paint
3) Sand paper
4) Table saw
5) Corded drill (no cordless whimpy stuff for me)
I gotta have power tools! I build way too much furniture to not have those. Speaking of which, I gotta get out of blogland and start working on a new cabinet {before DH gets home and takes over :) }.
Great list! I think I would add my staple gun to the list.
BTW, love your blog!
Jane
Fabric
glue gun
black spray paint
staple gun
fringe
I only have #5 at all times. I will have to work on that list!!
1. Paint
2. Ribbon
3. Fabric
4. Scrapbook papers
5. Tacky Glue
6. Staple Gun
I know, I went over.
paint, paint, paint, paint, did I mention Paint?
Amen sister.. I'd have to add to that Staple gun... for sure...!
I might add furniture sliders, as I'm a big fan of moving furniture!
those upholstery tack doo-dads have revolutionalized my life! nailing fabric right on the wall has been great fun.
yesterday i was laughing so hard at one of your comments from your dad about decorating with halloween arms or something. that was hilarious.
I have these supplies and can't wait for your tips. I need some help.
Ruth
All 5 of these, plus...
diet dr. pepper
scrapbook paper
mod podge
Fiskars precision tip scissors
And your fabulous blog!!!
I cannot wait to see what we're going to learn this week! For my list add books-I stack them around and think they look good, and one beautiful orchid.
A staple gun and cordless drill. They make so many projects quick and easy :o)
how fun.
my personal 5 would have to be:
spray paint
mod podge
glitter
ribbon
sand paper
xo
This is cool! I am loving your blog, BTW! I need to round up my Must Have list of things and get to work on some mistreatments! You have inspired me. =-)
Hey there, Nester. I got some plate hangars at an estate sale once upon a time but now I wish I had a gazillion more. I don't however like how much they cost retail. Do you have any helpful hints on how to get them cheap? Just wondering. Thanks! Kelly
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Hey there, Nester. I got some plate hangars at an estate sale once upon a time but now I wish I had a gazillion more. I don't however like how much they cost retail. Do you have any helpful hints on how to get them cheap? Just wondering. Thanks! Kelly
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