Towards the end of 2018 I got some work in that was exciting and different, but never have I had a commission that has caused me such an emotional rollercoaster. Don't get me wrong, the ultimate resulting emotion was one of joy and pride, particularly when my lovely client sent me lots of beautiful photos... Continue Reading →
Most of us incorporate silver into our interior design schemes, often without even being aware of it - think taps, mirrors, door handles, cutlery - although that is often an unconscious decision of simple practicality. Others really embrace this adaptable and beautiful hue into their homes, with intent, passion and flare. With the recent trend... Continue Reading →
Incorporating metallic into your interior design scheme is easier than ever right now. Years ago those metallic touches were confined to the taps and mirrors, but these days there's barely a surface which cannot be metallicised and made to look good for it. The choices of metals and shades available are numerous and the beauty... Continue Reading →
It's almost over folks, another year down and it's been quite a remarkable year in so many ways. It has, as ever, flown by at an ever increasing rate. Our climate and weather continued to baffle, amuse, entertain and exasperate us, giving us The Beast from The East at the beginning of the year, followed... Continue Reading →
Not so much a blog post this week, just a Happy Christmas wish to all my friends, family, clients, customers and followers - both on this blog and my various Social Media pages. Here's wishing you all a very merry Christmas with lots of fun, laughter, love and joy, from The Painted Shack.
One of the easiest ways to transform your living space is by changing the colour scheme, whether that be a whole room redesign with new colours on the walls, or simply changing the scatter cushions. It's easy. And yet, there are a few factors involved and many people are simply scared and daunted by the... Continue Reading →
Somebody once mentioned a little fact about me, apparently all I ever post on Social Media are pictures of chairs! I wasn't told that directly to my face, but it was an observation made by one acquaintance to another and the comment made its way back to me. Hmmm, I pondered whether that was actually... Continue Reading →
OK, so with it being the silly season and everyone doing all things festive I'm guessing the only decorating most people are doing right now is that of the tree, which would make either green or red very obvious colour choices for my Colour of the Month. However, I've recently been involved with a commission... Continue Reading →
Every so often a piece of work comes my way that really makes me smile. It might be an unusual piece, an item with a long and intriguing history, some varied paint techniques or bright and cheery colours. And then sometimes a piece of work turns up at The Painted Shack doors which makes me... Continue Reading →
Sorry for my recent quiet period on this blog site, things have been pretty hectic in The Painted Shack lately, so I simply haven't had time to be painting and blogging at the same time. I'm still busy and have a couple of really interesting projects on the go, but I thought I'd stop, put... Continue Reading →
Getting creative in The Painted Shack 