Interview Feature in "On The Surface"

How exciting! Tamagrams was featured as a fresh new artist that will be exhibiting at the Surtex National Licensing and Design Show in New York City in May 2012 - check it out!  Thanks "On the Surface" for the interview and feature!

http://www.surtex.com/News/OntheSurfaceEnewsletter/OTSJanuary2012/tabid/271/Default.aspx#newbie

Table Re-vamp!

One of my favorite things is to see something transform and take on a whole new look. After 10 years, I felt that our kitchen table was in need of some good 'ole revamping TLC...add some paint, stencil and glass table top to the mix...wala! 

Got any old pieces around your house that you're not a fan of? Try taking those old outdated wood pieces and put on some pretty paint. I have found distressing is a really easy option which I love the look of. I'll post some pics and tips soon of some furniture I've distressed. Those pieces are now some of my very favorite in our home. Several people have even asked if they were from Pottery Barn (and it's SO easy!) I decided for this kitchen table, I wanted to go a different route.  I tried stenciling which was my first time trying to do this on furniture. I was aiming for a unique and sophisticated look for the kitchen that would flow with the rest of the rooms as we have on open floor plan. That's where stenciling comes in! I love that the copper paint gives a subtle yet stunning look that adds character the table. Last but not least, opted to go with getting a glass table top. I have two little ones and needed something that would be easy clean up and functional for our family. This gives the look that I was going for while also giving the durability that our table needs with spills, crafts, etc. 

Don't be afraid to try re-vamping furniture...it is fun and (in my opinion) much easier than people realize! :)