Chalk Paint & the Dining Room Table

by SidneyBristol // September 23, 2015 // 2 Comments

I swear, this site might need to be renamed Why I Love Chalk Paint. This last week I tackled our dining room table. We’re gearing up for a DIY kitchen remodel and one of the things on my list to... Continue reading →

Furniture Remodel: Chalk Paint & Cheap Tables

by SidneyBristol // April 30, 2015 // No Comments

I’m saving my office remodel for last, but so you understand where this project came from I’ll tell you this is the last thing I painted with chalk paint. By the time I finished with the nightstand and everything in... Continue reading →

Furniture Remodel: Chalk Paint & a Nightstand

by SidneyBristol // April 29, 2015 // 2 Comments

I’ve been on a roll ever since Elise and I talked chalk paint now, well, way too long ago. Since catching this bug, I’ve had my eye on this nightstand I bought as a two’fer deal. I was originally looking... Continue reading →

Make your own chalk paint, you say?

by SidneyBristol // April 28, 2015 // No Comments

Okay, so I was gushing over Elise Logan’s cabinet make-over post before publishing it on twitter and lamenting that there aren’t any vendors of the chalk paint brand she uses super close. To get any, it means a bit of... Continue reading →

Guest Post: Elise Logan & the wonders of chalk paint!

by SidneyBristol // April 27, 2015 // 3 Comments

Do you have old furniture hanging around that is useful but just not pretty? Or are you a fiend for hitting up the Goodwill or the garage sales and getting pieces with great utility or lines but they’re in need... Continue reading →

Mason Jar Caddy with Leather Handle

by Piper Trace // December 22, 2014 // 3 Comments

I got an email from the “classroom mom” a few days prior to Christmas break reminding me to donate money for teacher gifts and it occurred to me…what are these talents for if not for MAKING MY OWN TEACHER GIFTS??... Continue reading →

DIY: Christmas Wreaths

by SidneyBristol // December 19, 2014 // 3 Comments

Quick Note: After this post, I know I need better pictures and a light box. Please forgive the less-than-ideal quality. Chances are you’ve seen those beautiful, puffy, sparkly wreaths around the holidays. With a new house, I’m always looking for... Continue reading →

DIY Project: Children’s Artwork Frames–A Failed Project

by SidneyBristol // December 18, 2014 // No Comments

I debated hiding this project and not telling anyone about how badly I messed up, but then I figured–where’s the fun in that? Why do I only want to document my successes? What about my failures? So to that end,... Continue reading →

DIY: Custom Dry Erase Board

by SidneyBristol // December 17, 2014 // No Comments

So the idea from this came around because of my second gig. I’m also a novelist, and it’s rather important for me to be able to visualize goals and deadlines. My office is highly personalized. In case you’ve missed some... Continue reading →

Easy Way to Personalize a Crate or Basket

by Piper Trace // December 15, 2014 // 1 Comment

Hi folks! Welcome to Drop Dead Thrifty. We’re so glad you’re here! Grab a drink, let’s get started. Okay, I literally (no exaggeration) have over nine-hundred pix of for DIY posts I’ve gathered while thinking, “Someday I’ll start a... Continue reading →