Painting Your Flea Market Finds

Based upon the popularity of flea markets and the shabby chic look for home decor, this lively and colourful guide will teach readers how to repair, refinish and clean up flea market finds, and to then transform them by adding beautiful handpainted designs and chic finishes. Crafters will discover how to: Check out flea markets for the prize among the clutter Make minor repairs and clean objects, and prepare them for refinishing and painting Determine what existing finish is on a piece and what paint to use over it And more! Twelve step-by-step projects show how to transform actual flea market finds into charming and stylish additions for any home.