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24.01.2022 This is sometimes how I feel when I’ve finished a piece for a client that I really want to keep for myself! Happy Friday xx
24.01.2022 I can’t remember how long it’s been since I painted a piece in colour! I’m usually asked by clients to paint in white! It was hard to capture how vibrant this colour truely is in a photo. Even so, how stunning is it! I can’t wait to see the final result!
24.01.2022 This piece has sold and has gone to its new home today! Enjoy your weekend!
24.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE Here’s the latest finished custom piece. This family heirloom has had a refresh with a beautiful dark stain & varnish. The top will be professionally re-upholstered at a later date.... More photos in the comments. With school holidays starting this week, this will be the last custom piece for 2020! Enjoy the holidays! xx
24.01.2022 Well, what a year it has been! Covid certainly made the first half of the year very quiet for my business, with my main focus being on home schooling. Although I loved the quality time with my family, I certainly gained a new found appreciation for teachers!!! Here are some highlights of the past few months!... I’m definitely ready for a much needed break and am looking forward to some exciting times ahead in 2021! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!
24.01.2022 I think my husband feels the same way!
23.01.2022 AVAILABLE Here is another finished piece from my inventory. This buffet/sideboard has been painted in grey. The original hardware has been refreshed in white.... There is ample storage with shelving inside both sides of the buffet and a felted cutlery section in the top drawer. Dimensions: L - 1.57m H - 1.02m D - 50cm $320 Pick up is from Mt Colah NSW 2079. More photos are in the comments.
23.01.2022 Workshops will start again in Term 3, with the first one scheduled for Saturday 25th July. This workshop will focus on techniques such as whitewashing, distressing, dry brushing and sealing with wax. Please visit our website to book your seat. The link is in the comments section. Spaces will be very limited during this COVID-19 period. If you miss out, please message me to get onto our waiting list.... Other brand new exciting workshops will be scheduled for August, so stay tuned for further details on these!
23.01.2022 I’m painting a couple of pieces for a lovely client. Here’s the first one completed. I’m loving the dark green. More photos are in the comments. One more piece to go...
23.01.2022 I’m loving the bold colour choices that my clients have been making lately!
23.01.2022 LAST BOOKINGS! Don’t miss out on booking your seat at our last painting workshop for 2020! Bookings for this workshop will close tomorrow, Wednesday 2nd December.... Link is in the comments.
21.01.2022 Next to be refurbished is this very unique piece for a lovely client! It’s a vintage teacher's cabinet that would have been used for storage in a classroom. This is the reason I prefer refreshing an older piece, rather than buying a new one. There’s just so much character and history! There’s even still a spot for sick leave forms! I’m sure that shelf got a lot of use over the years! It’s going to look great in soft beige!
20.01.2022 I got to try an Australian brand of paint today! It has been a while since I’ve had the opportunity to try a new product. It’s such a nice paint to work with as well! So exciting!
20.01.2022 Haha! The moment when you realise that you’ve dressed the same as the furniture that you’re painting! Right down to the bronze accent colour too! I think I need to get out of the house more...or get some new clothes! #ontrend
19.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE I’ve been busy refurbishing 3 pieces in black for a beautiful client. Here’s the second piece for this client, which is a coffee table.... More photos in the comments.
18.01.2022 Happy Halloween!
17.01.2022 We had a lot of fun during the Specialty Finishes Painting Workshop held over the weekend. Thanks for coming Heather! It was so lovely to meet you! The next workshop date will be scheduled soon, so stay tuned for this information. Don’t forget there’s still a small quantity of milk paint still available over on the website. To get the 50% clearance discount, please use the code SPMP50%OFF at the checkout. Flat rate shipping Australia wide.... www.functionbydesign.com.au
16.01.2022 All set up for the workshop today! Someone’s keen to get started! Or maybe she’s only licking her lips for the afternoon tea!
16.01.2022 And the next project begins...
16.01.2022 This piece has sold and has gone to it’s new home today!
16.01.2022 Happy Friday! Enjoy your weekend!
15.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE I’ve just finished 3 pieces for a beautiful client. To achieve the matt black finish, I’ve used a black wall paint and completely sealed each piece with matt varnish. These pieces will be extremely durable once fully cured! The handles and bolts have also been painted with a bronze accent colour. Here’s the first piece, a TV unit.... More photos are in the comments.
15.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE I was busy last week painting kids’ furniture pieces for a local crèche. Here is the first one. I’ll do a separate post for the second piece. I just love this colour! It certainly has freshened it up!... More detailed photos and a before photo are in the comments.
15.01.2022 I’m playing around with different finishes today for my next client piece!
15.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE Here’s the third and final custom piece for my lovely client Parvin. This dining table definitely is stunning in black. Parvin, I hope you’re happy with your finished pieces. It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you! More photos in the comments.
15.01.2022 Merry Christmas from my family to yours! I hope you have a fabulous Christmas Day tomorrow!
14.01.2022 Wow! I woke up this morning to 400 likes on my Facebook page! I’m feeling very humbled and blessed. Thank you so much for supporting my small business! xx
14.01.2022 A good tip for cleaning your hinges and hardware on your furniture, is to soak them for a few hours in Coke. The results aren’t perfect, but definitely an improvement! No scrubbing necessary. See the comments for a before photo.
14.01.2022 I’m happy to do this for your next paint order!
14.01.2022 Today is the last day of homeschooling! YAY! It has been a long 2 months, but we survived...hopefully with the kids still educated!!! I’m missing painting and I have a few projects to catch up on, so I’ll be back at work in the studio next week. Please message me if you have any questions about your own painting project or if you would like to see what paint I have left in stock. I can also start accepting custom work again! So if you would like a quote, please message me...! Enjoy your weekend!
14.01.2022 This custom piece was collected today. I always love seeing my clients’ reactions! Jo, I’m thrilled both yourself and your daughter love the drawers. I hope your daughter will love them for many years to come!
14.01.2022 I can relate to this! Happy Friday! Enjoy your long weekend!
14.01.2022 SPECIAL OFFER! If you have bought a piece of furniture from me previously and you would like to come along to the upcoming Christmas Painting Workshop, to say thank you, I’m offering 10% off the cost of the class. Just PM me for the discount code before you book. Don’t forget the last day to book is Wednesday 2nd December.... https://functionbydesign.com.au//christmas-painting-worksh
13.01.2022 It’s been ages since I’ve spilt paint! This was after I’d cleaned up. I lost about half the jar! What a waste! I can’t even blame the cat for this mess!
13.01.2022 The vintage teacher’s cabinet is now complete. I can’t wait to see the handles that my client has chosen!
13.01.2022 CHRISTMAS PAINTING WORKSHOP We’re finishing off the year with a fun Christmas workshop! During the workshop, you’ll get to paint and decorate a handmade timber serving tray and four handmade coasters in whatever style and colour that you choose.... You’ll get to take home your painted items at the end of the workshop. You can either keep them for yourself or give them as a Christmas gift to a loved one. So come and join the fun and enjoy great conversation, while you get creative for a couple of hours. We look forward to seeing you there! The cut off date to book into the workshop is Wednesday 2nd December. Location: Mt Colah NSW 2079 Date: Saturday 5th December Time: 1pm-3.30pm Cost: $139 For further details and bookings, please visit: https://functionbydesign.com.au//christmas-painting-worksh
12.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE Here is the second piece painted for a local crèche. More photos are in the comments.... If you are interested in having a piece of your own furniture painted, please message me for a quote.
12.01.2022 I love it when sanding a piece reveals so much unexpected grain, previously hidden by dark stain!
12.01.2022 Happy Mother’s Day! Have a fabulous day!
11.01.2022 The first coat of soft beige is going on this cabinet today! It’s definitely my favourite neutral colour! Pair it with a deeper neutral, pale blue or green accessories and you’ve got the perfect coastal look!
09.01.2022 SOLD I finally found some time to finish a project in my inventory. This cabinet has been refreshed in a crisp white. It has so much storage with 3 shelves on display and one shelf in the lower section. ... 2100(h) x 1240(w) x 340(d) Local pick up is from Mt Colah NSW 2079. This piece has been listed elsewhere for sale as well. More photos in the comments.
09.01.2022 Here’s the second finished client piece! More photos in the comments.
09.01.2022 My clients have done a great job cleaning the original hardware on their vintage teacher’s cabinet! I always try to salvage the original hardware whenever I can! It definitely suits this piece! Great job Rob & Linda! xx
09.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE Another custom piece finished for a lovely client this week. It’s such a beautiful blue colour! I’m loving the bold colour choices lately! The knobs are still to come! I can’t wait to see what Jo has chosen.... More photos in the comments.
09.01.2022 Can the banker be trusted?
09.01.2022 Different day, same working conditions!
07.01.2022 AVAILABLE - TV UNIT I finally found some time to work on another piece from my inventory. Nothing beats a crisp white and natural timber top combo! Dimensions: ... L - 1.7m H - 53cm D - 55.5cm $475 Local pick up is from Mt Colah NSW 2079. More photos in the comments. This item will be listed for sale elsewhere.
06.01.2022 Come and have afternoon tea with me and learn several furniture painting techniques at my next workshop. During the workshop you will learn painting techniques such as whitewashing, wet distressing, distressing using a resist, dry brushing and sealing with waxes (clear, dark, black & oil wax). You will be practicing these techniques on timber boards, which you can take home afterwards. Location: Mt Colah NSW 2079... Topic: Specialty Finishes Date: Saturday 25th July Time: 1pm-3.30pm Cost: $120 Please visit my website to book your seat. Spaces will be limited during the COVID-19 period. https://functionbydesign.com.au//specialty-finishes-painti
06.01.2022 I always love seeing my clients’ finished pieces back in their own homes. How great does this room look!
05.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE Here’s another refresh in soft beige for a repeat client. Linda & Rob are updating their home decor one piece of furniture at a time. This little bookcase was actually handmade by Rob’s dad, so it holds great sentimental value. I feel privileged that I’ve been entrusted with the refresh! I hope you love it Linda & Rob! xx More photos in the comments.
05.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE This storage trunk has had a very refreshing makeover! It’s such a drastic change from the previous dark stain! The varying layers of whitewash have given this piece a stunning coastal vibe! I love how the grain has naturally taken on a grey undertone! More photos in the comments.
05.01.2022 Haha! I just realised that I’m drinking green tea in a green mug, while painting with green paint! Do you ever have days where you just seem to be drawn to one colour?
05.01.2022 ONLY 2 SPACES LEFT! BOOKINGS CLOSE FRIDAY! Come and have afternoon tea with me and learn several furniture painting techniques in Saturday’s workshop. ... During the workshop you will learn painting techniques such as whitewashing, wet distressing, distressing using a resist, dry brushing and sealing with waxes (clear, dark, black & oil wax). You will be practicing these techniques on timber boards, which you can take home afterwards. Location: Mt Colah NSW 2079 Topic: Specialty Finishes Date: Saturday 25th July Time: 1pm-3.30pm Cost: $120 Please visit my website to book your seat. https://functionbydesign.com.au//specialty-finishes-painti
05.01.2022 Another custom piece collected today!
05.01.2022 This piece has just sold!
03.01.2022 My work buddy today! It’s been so long since I’ve painted, that I’d forgotten how much she loves to help!
03.01.2022 Another bold colour choice from my next client! You can’t get any bolder than black!
02.01.2022 CUSTOM PIECE This dining table has been finished for a lovely client, just in time for the school holidays! The base has been painted in crisp white and the top has been stripped raw, whitewashed and sealed with varnish.... It’s just another piece I wish I was keeping! More photos are in the comments. Enjoy the school holidays if you’re taking time off! xx
02.01.2022 I think someone loves painting as much as I do! I’ve never seen a cat hug a paint tin before! True love?
02.01.2022 This has been shared a lot on Facebook lately, but I’m not too sure of the original source. It’s just too funny not to share! I didn’t think that all cats were the same size. Can this really be counted as an accurate measurement?
