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The power of paint is real: It can breathe new life into a room, resuscitate a vintage find, and make any item infinitely more stylish. Before cracking open a can, take a cue from these projects, and learn how to make over practically every material.

Gussied Up Glass: 20 Crafts Made Using Etching Cream and Paint

Reinvent your kitchenware, flower pots, candle sleeves, mason jars, and more with these design ideas using glass paint, adhesive stencils, and your own artistic vision.

Five Kitchen Upgrades You Can Get Done in a Weekend

Kitchen in need of a mini makeover? These projects let you upgrade your space in 48 hours, without biting off more than you can chew!

14 Game-Changing Kitchen Remodel Ideas

Make sure the heart of your home looks as good as it possibly can.

Graphic Mobile Party Decoration

This DIY idea serves a dual purpose: Hang it for a modern display during the baby shower, then gift it to the expectant parents-to-be for their baby's nursery.

Build Your Own Space Savers

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How to Make Your Own Colored Paint Washes for Wooden Surfaces

A wash will add color without sacrificing the visual interest of the wood's texture; all you need to do is dilute paint with water. Start by adding one part water to two parts paint, and test the wash on a wooden swatch before working directly on your surface. If you want to see more wood grain, continue to add water. You'll notice that as the wash gets lighter, the tone of the wood's original color comes through. We took Martha Stewart Vintage Décor paints through three dilution stages to illustrate the differences.