Many painting techniques require a certain amount of glaze to be mixed with your paint colors. This is especially true for faux painting techniques. But what if you're out of glaze? The simple fix is water. Water is a great paint extender and allows you more workable time much like glaze. Don't be fooled -- water is not the same as glaze and isn't a... Continue reading » » » »

I own both of these gadgets. I’ve adored them both. One works well, while it works, and the other works wonderfully (all the time). I purchased the Magic Bullet at Wal-Mart about a year ago and the Black & Decker Gizmo at Bed Bath & Beyond about two years ago. The Magic Bullet was $49 while the Gizmo was $30. These were serious, planned purchases I made special trips out for - no impulse infomercial buys here. Continue reading » » » »

It’s a great feeling to look back and realize you’ve made a really solid purchase. “Good to Have” is my small collection of product listings, services and general finds I consider worthy of the time and the dollar. These good items are a flexible cutting mat, a sharp knife and a kitchen scraper. Continue reading » » » »