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Giveaway-Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint Workbook: A practical guide to mixing paint and making style choices

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Giveaway-Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint Workbook: A practical guide to mixing paint and making style choices

Leave a comment in today’s post by January 12th 2017 and you are in the running for this spiral bound notebook with pockets to sketch and keep your inspiration in.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

Paint and sketch, stick and collect, write and reflect—Annie Sloan’s Paint Workbook is a creative journal for all of your colorful thoughts and design inspirations. Divided into six themed chapters—Bohemian and Vintage, Rustic Country, French Elegance, Traditional Swedish, Modern Retro and Warehouse, and Coastal—Annie gives you her own personal decorating hints and tips about the colors and elements that make up these key decorating styles. Whether you’re redecorating a room and can’t decide on the color scheme, covering some pillows and having problems choosing between fabrics, or simply in need of somewhere to sketch out your ideas, this workbook is a space in which you can jot down your thoughts, and play with different shades and patterns. There are pages on which you can write notes, stick in images, draw shapes, paint color samples, and experiment with your style. There are also six pocketed card dividers where you can store magazine cuttings, paint charts, and more. This beautifully designed journal will become a record of your creativity, as well as a chance to reflect upon your various projects. With handy decorating tips, drawings, and suggested activities, inspiration will come in abundance!

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  4. I have w projects at home that I’ve wanted to update with milk paint, so this book would be a great inspiration and help me to do it right..

  5. I just found out about Annie Sloan’s chalk paint, I would like to know more on the project I’m going to conquer (painting an armchair that is). Anyway, thank you for the chance to win this great book. Good luck to everyone who’s entered!????

  10. I’m alsways painting something/somewhere. This would be great to have more ideas and a place to store My ideas.

  12. I’ve been wanting to try the chalk paint on something but didn’t know where to start. This book would be so helpful.

  13. I am so excited… I have been watching AS Video’s on You Tube and I wanted to buy this book!!!! And am ready to learn!!!

  16. What a creative way to start off the New Year. I would love to win Annie Sloan’s Chalk Paint Workbook! Thanks for the give-a-way.

  19. I think it would be a great way to organize my ideas and thoughts. Thanks for the chance to win it!

  20. I am excited for the opportunity to win this workbook. I have beeb interested in the Annie Sloan paints but don’t know where to start. Thank you.

  23. We took Annie Sloans Chalk paint to a 2nd hand table, it may have been a free find, with two leaves, and the results were so wonderful. This was a first time BIG project to shabby chic – repurposing. A book to hold and read would be FANTASTIC. thank you

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Making Popsicle Stick Playing Cards – Surprisingly Fun and Totally Charming!

Okay, I’ll be honest — when I first saw the Popsicle Stick Playing Cards project floating around on Instructables, I wasn’t entirely sold. Popsicle sticks and playing cards? Sounds like a summer camp throwback, right? But curiosity got the best of me (as it usually does with anything slightly crafty and slightly quirky), and I decided to give it a whirl.

And let me just say: I loved this project way more than I expected to.

At its core, this DIY is super simple. You’re basically fusing old playing cards with humble craft sticks to create chunky, tactile “cards” that are durable enough for little hands — or just to enjoy as a cool novelty set. The end result? A full deck that feels a little bit rustic, a little bit retro, and totally unique.

What I really appreciated about this project was how accessible it was. You don’t need anything fancy to get started — just some basic glue, scissors, popsicle sticks (standard size worked fine for me), and of course, a deck of cards that’s either past its prime or missing a few members. We all have one of those lying around somewhere, right?

I ended up using an old UNO deck that was looking pretty rough around the edges, and it turned out great. The cards stick well to the wood, and once everything’s dry, you get these sturdy, chunky pieces that have such a fun hand-feel. It almost reminds me of vintage tile games or big wooden dominoes.

This would be such a great project for kids — whether it’s as a rainy-day craft, a classroom activity, or even as part of a DIY learning game (think memory matching or number recognition). I can see this also being a hit with older adults or people who need cards with a little more grip or visual clarity.

Plus, if you’re a DIY gift-giver like I am, imagine pairing these with a handmade fabric pouch or wooden box for a personalized twist. It would make a really thoughtful and low-cost present for a game lover or nostalgic friend.

Now, one tiny tip: make sure to let everything dry completely before stacking or using them. I rushed a bit on my first batch and ended up with a few cards stuck together. A bit of sanding or sealing would probably help prevent that too, especially if you want them to last.

Overall, this craft hit all the right notes — easy, upcycled, fun, and surprisingly satisfying to hold in your hands when they’re done. It’s a fantastic way to breathe new life into something old, and I honestly can’t wait to make a few themed sets as gifts.

So if you’re on the fence, give it a try. It’s playful, it’s practical, and hey, it might just be your new favorite weekend project.