We invite you to contribute to our podcast (click below):Refinishing TipAccolades to Another RefinisherBeginner's Bucket QuestionIf This Piece Could Talk---------------------------------------------Jess Randall with Refreshed by Jess chats on how to create award winning dramatic makeovers, plus she shares about here winning piece in the Golden Brush Awards.---------------------------------------------Introduction to Jess:   • Where she lives, her studio and business   • Chats about prices in her area   • First Zibra Flip WinnerWinner of the Dramatic Makeover category in Zibra's International Golden Brush Awards:   • Tells where she found her piece   • Describes her piece   • Shares how she goes through her design process   • Discuses the paint colors she choseJess shares how to create dramatic makeovers:   • Choosing those pieces that need a makeover   • Don't compare your work to others   • Drama is in the eye of the artist   • Envisioning drama into your piece   • Ask for feedback from friends   • Where inspiration comes from---------------------------------------------Refinishing Tip: "Work with what you have"  Connie with Faff DesignsZibra Flip Update: It's underway! Jen Talley with Perfectly Imperfect FurnitureWorking on their Ugly Ducklings:     • Kate with Kate's Reclaimed   • Tiff with Ugly Ducklings Recycled   • Erin with Crafts with Erin   • Nicole with Restorations Design Co.Accolades: Anja with Annoush Designs gives accolades to Christian with A Most Simple Home

We invite you to contribute to our podcast (click below):Refinishing TipAccolades to Another RefinisherBeginner's Bucket QuestionIf This Piece Could Talk---------------------------------------------Shelly Leuhr of Basalt Mesa Studio chats how to achieving great close-up shots, plus she shares about here winning piece in the Golden Brush Awards.---------------------------------------------Introduction to Shelly:   • Where she lives, her studio and business   • Chats about prices in her area   • Favorite part of refinishing   • Patience during the process of refinishingShelly Leuhr of Basalt Mesa Studio shares details about her winning piece in the Artistic Close-Up category of Zibra's International Golden Brush Awards:   • Describes her piece   • Shares her process in close-up photography   • Giving furniture pieces a "spa-day"   • Details on her refinishing of winning pieceShelly shares how to create great close-up shots:   • The importance of having close-up shots in your posts   • Sizing up piece to get the best shot   • Using proper settings on your camera/phone   • Staging for close-up shots   • Using apps to help with editing images   • The importance of a staging area---------------------------------------------Refinishing Tip: "How to best seal your pieces" Emily with Thirteen 79 DesignWhat's Happening in Your Studio:     • Ashley with A Vintage Perspective   • Patricia with Freshened Finishes NJ   • Katie with Grain and Paint DesignsZibra Flip Update: Begins May 5th! Jen Talley with Perfectly Imperfect Furniture Accolades: Erin with Refurbishedish gives accolades to Kelly with Patyna Design

We invite you to contribute to our podcast (click below):Refinishing TipAccolades to Another RefinisherBeginner's Bucket QuestionIf This Piece Could Talk---------------------------------------------Tips on staging effectively with golden brush awards winner Sandra Martinez.---------------------------------------------Introduction to Sandra:   • Where she lives, her studio and business   • Where she buys most of her pieces   • Shares about her first piece refinished   • Talks about her favorite part of refinishingSandra Martinez with Black Lab Furniture Revival shares details about her winning piece in the Staging category of Zibra's International Golden Brush Awards:   • Describes her piece   • Shares her process in staging   • Where she obtains her propsSandra shares five staging tips:   • Consider the colors of the props in conjunction with the finished furniture piece   • Buy props that can be reused multiple times   • Create staging that is obtainable for a future buyer   • Keep it simple so that the props do not take over the piece   • Less is more....don't over do it with props---------------------------------------------Refinishing Tip: "How to get the best finish!" Kimberly with Born in a Barn BoutiqueWhat's Happening in Your Studio:     • Bethany Olson with ABnC Creations    • Kelsey with Renewed Rose Designs    • Shelley with Cedar & Sage FurnitureAccolades: Kaycee Ann with Magnolia Martin Designs gives accolades to Julia with Jewel in the Wall Furniture Beginner's Bucket: "How To Balance Using New Techniques And Products When Creating Furniture That Will Be In Style And Enjoyed?" Crys'Dawna with Bella Renovare