Knife block makeover

I have been just itching with craftiness lately! Maybe it's the warmer temperatures, or the extra dose of sunshine we've had, but I just feel like I need to make or create something! Which is funny, because I don't really "create" things normally. I think of myself as being crafty and artsy, but it rarely gets past ideas in my head or merely oohing and aahing over others amazing skills. I don't know if it's just being busy (busy? phsaw! I only have 5 curtain climbers!) or not ambitious…

Knife blocks are more useful than you would think.

As long as the thrift stores keep putting wooden knife blocks on their shelves….. I will keep painting them! My painting blog will show you how to create your own thrifted knife block makeover. Read it now or save it for a small painting project to do later, especially if you'll need handmade gifts ideas. This one I painted was in black and white checks - MacKenzie-Childs style #traceysfancy #thrifted #upcycled Painted Kitchen Decor Ideas + Knife Block DIY

Transform An Old Knife Block Into A Gorgeous Table Top Organizer

She made something useful from something old.

Before you throw away your old knife block, discover the many fun projects that will transform the old into an eye-catching and new use. It's all here in these helpful DIY tutorials.

When I was editing the pictures from my Saddle Stool Redo post , I hated how my knife block looked in the pictures. It bugged me so much, ...

What do you give someone that you are teaching to be creative? Take a look at my solution and tell me what you think. Knife blocks and Oil Cans for a creative…

Numbers 6:24 "The LORD bless you and keep you;" (NIV) Knife Holder with Transfer and Stenciling I found an old Wooden Knife holder at the Thrift Store, Painted it with Homemade Chalk Paint. Distressed it a little with sandpaper. I used Freezer Paper to transfer an image from the Graphic Fairy, and Stenciled Numbers on the sides, and an Ampersand on the top. http://www.graphicsfairy-diy.com/2012/06/transfer-printable-french-grain-sack.html Freezer paper is an easy way to add a transfer to…

My knife block has always bugged me- sticking out like a boring brown sore thumb in my kitchen. So, I decided to test out some colors to go along with my counter decor. Color Blocking your Knife Block Supplies: Spray Paint Primer (not required) Paint tape Spray Paint color of your choice Knife Block A […]