Crafts and Decor

Shabby chic gives you a great opportunity  to experiment and to decorate your home in unique and original way. see the first part of { Shabby chic decor } Furniture and lightning  "Old furniture with history" - this association is provoked by the coffee tables, the chairs, the sofas and other objects in shabby chic interior. The multiple layers of paint and the textures give the furniture a more authentic look. Whether it's a simple wooden table and chairs or vintage case on elegant legs, it shall be sworn, cracked with thick layers of paint. To give your furniture a new thing look in shabby chic style, a piece of furniture can be covered by a light mat in neutral colors, then wipe the edges with sandpaper. If the paint is thick enough, you can use a hammer or a spatula to break off pieces of cover here and there. Artificial aging with patina, glaze, wax, craquelure (artificial crack) and decoupage techniques are also essential in the shabby chic. The same p...

Soft pastel shades, vintage linen, soft cotton, old furniture painted in layers with lots of scuffs - the main components of the decor style called " shabby chic ". Style appears in the late 80's of the last century, and its author is Rachel Ashwell. It all started when she began to buy old furniture at sales and flea markets decoration of her own home . And in the end her home became so wonderful and cozy that the hobby has grown into an organization of the whole production, the opening of the shops, and the design style has become quite popular. The main objective in the decor in shabby chic style is to create a relaxed and casual atmosphere. Thic is achieved by artificially aged or vintage furniture, natural fabrics and a variety of small and cherished gadgets that hold memories of romantic times. Shabby chic - it is rather a style, not fashion. You can easily mix the ages and texture to achieve the overall mood. It will give new life to old things, ac...