Brenda Melaniphy, Author at Phoenix Furniture Studio

A split image shows a drinks cabinet transformation. The left side, labeled "Before," displays a plain wooden cabinet with a sad face emoji. The right side, labeled "After," shows a vibrant, decorated cabinet with glassware and a happy face emoji. Text reads "Drinks Cabinet Transformation.

July 23, 2024

Reviving a Vintage Cocktail Cabinet: A Detailed Guide with a Bold Wallpaper Twist

Hey everyone! I'm Brenda from Phoenix Furniture Studio, and today, I'm thrilled to share the step-by-step process of how I transformed a...

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A person is pointing upwards while standing in front of a DIY paint spray booth made of clear plastic sheets. Text on the image reads "DIY PAINT SPRAY BOOTH," "ONLY £15?!" and "NO POWER TOOLS NEEDED!" A ladder and furniture are visible in the background.

July 16, 2024

DIY Workshop

£15 Garage Paint Booth | NO TOOLS REQUIRED!

This blog post will guide you through the process of creating a functional spray booth in your workshop or garage, using a...

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A close-up of a hand wearing a glove holding a paintbrush, applying turquoise paint on wooden furniture. Text on the image reads "Top 10 Tips for Painting Furniture Like a Pro" with playful fonts and colors, making painting furniture both fun and easy.

July 11, 2024

Beginner Tips Painting

10 Top Tips on Painting Furniture Like A Pro

In this post, we will be decoupaging the top of a badly water damaged mid-century G Plan Long John nesting table. Normally, we would try and restore G Plan pieces, but sadly this table was just...

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A person is using an electric sander on a wooden surface. The text on the image reads, "Do I really need to sand? The essential guide to prepping furniture for painting." The person has a ring on their finger and a light-colored bracelet on their wrist.

July 11, 2024

Beginner Tips Sanding

Do I Really Need to Sand? The Essential Guide to Prepping Furniture for Painting

Sanding is a crucial step in the furniture painting process. But is it always necessary? Let's dive into the importance of sanding,...

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Side-by-side images of a wooden dresser undergoing a makeover. The left side shows the original oak dresser with a natural wood finish, and the right side shows the dresser painted in white. Text overlay reads "OAK FURNITURE MAKEOVER" with an arrow pointing right.

July 9, 2024

DIY Painting

How To Paint Furniture | Easily Update & Modernise Your Oak Furniture

In this post, I'll walk you through the process of transforming a dated chest of drawers into a modern piece of furniture...

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A vintage white sideboard with elaborate gold handles and intricate carvings on its doors and drawers stands on a wooden floor. A book, decor items, and dried flowers are arranged on top, while a piece of painting furniture along with green plants provides a charming backdrop.

June 24, 2024

DIY Painting Paintwash

Revamping a Vintage Sideboard: A DIY Guide for a Modern Look

Don't let that outdated orange sideboard collect dust in your garage! With a little creativity and elbow grease, you can turn it...

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A person wearing glasses and a white shirt with overalls stands behind a wooden dresser. The text on the image reads, "How to Clean Your Furniture Before Painting: Step-by-Step Guide." The background is purple with yellow circular accents and paint splatters.

June 22, 2024

Beginner Tips Painting

How to Clean Furniture Before Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide

This blog post is a companion to the video titled "How to Clean Furniture Before Painting: The Ultimate Guide!" In this informative...

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A side-by-side comparison of two dressers with the text "How to Stencil Paint Wash Decoupage on Furniture" in the center. The left dresser is plain wood, and the right dresser is colorfully painted with a portrait. Discover how to revamp a vintage chest of drawers. A "Read Now" button is at the bottom.

March 13, 2024

Decoupage DIY Stencilling Trash To Treasure

Revamp a Vintage Chest of Drawers with Decoupage Paper, Stencils and Paint PLUS FREE STENCILLING CHEAT SHEET!

Let's revamp this vintage chest of drawers with various methods including applying decoupage paper, painting, and finishing touches like stencilling, glazing, and waxing to add depth....

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A person holding a sanding disc poses next to a restored mid-century modern chest of drawers. Bold text reads "VINTAGE MCM DRAWERS RESTORATION". The background includes plants and dried grasses. The overall setting suggests a restoration or DIY project.

January 29, 2024

DIY

Mid-Century Modern Makeover: Transforming a Meredew Chest of Drawers Tallboy

A 1960s seven-drawer tallboy undergoes a transformation from a worn piece to a stylish statement with a rich satin finish, black Frenchic paint edges, and gold accents. The restoration involved meticulous prep, sanding, and finishing, preserving...

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A split image showing a wooden plant stand on the left and a transformed version on the right. The makeover features black chalk paint and a vibrant decoupage top with a colorful feather pattern. Text overlay reads, "Chalk Paint and Decoupage Plant Stand Makeover: Trash to Treasure.

January 2, 2024

Trash To Treasure

Transforming A Plant Stand From Drab to Fab!

We share our first ever furniture flip which involved turning this drab plant stand into something fabulous, using Dixie Belle chalk paint and peacock feather decoupage paper. We walk you through the process step by step...

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Author: Brenda Melaniphy

Reviving a Vintage Cocktail Cabinet: A Detailed Guide with a Bold Wallpaper Twist

£15 Garage Paint Booth | NO TOOLS REQUIRED!

10 Top Tips on Painting Furniture Like A Pro

Do I Really Need to Sand? The Essential Guide to Prepping Furniture for Painting

How To Paint Furniture | Easily Update & Modernise Your Oak Furniture

Revamping a Vintage Sideboard: A DIY Guide for a Modern Look

How to Clean Furniture Before Painting: A Step-by-Step Guide

Revamp a Vintage Chest of Drawers with Decoupage Paper, Stencils and Paint PLUS FREE STENCILLING CHEAT SHEET!

Mid-Century Modern Makeover: Transforming a Meredew Chest of Drawers Tallboy

Transforming A Plant Stand From Drab to Fab!

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