Furniture Paint Blending for beginners, the most detailed video on the planet (& how I find inspo)

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[connieatkinson]

Great video and the result is so pretty. The best thing about the creative process is that you are obsessed with continuing until you are happy. Thank God for that!

[BellaRenovare]

aww Debi THANK YOU!! I am so so glad I could be helpful, blending can make you want to burn your furniture lol!! You did such an amazing job on this! I love it :)

[leentjiepayne]

Ah man...!😮 Só so humble... forever promoting your friends and retailers too. Stunning, I adóre this piece, I inherited a beautiful night stand from my Mom, this will be my inspiration for sure. Greetings from your no 1 South Aftican fan...🦋🇿🇦

[coloredcaboosecreations]

You can’t see me right now but I have an ear to ear smile watching this video and seeing your bright happy piece. I’ve missed your story telling this video was a nice surprise. Crys Dawna is a great teacher !

[marydm]

I love Bella Renovare's videos. She did a rainbow dresser for her daughter and my great granddaughter wanted me to paint her dresser in "rainbow". You can't say I can't do that to a five year old who thinks you can do anything so I did. I'm sure that she will grow out of it but for now she has that rainbow dresser.

[TheCornerofWhymsyAndBlyss]

Crys'Dawna with Bella Renovare is a phenomenal furniture artist and builder. She would be a fantastic resource for more Cottage Colors as she has extensive experience with a similar formula...and she understands color theory like no other. You did an incredible job on this piece Debi...it's gorgeous 😍

[Funkensense]

Debi this came out absolutely gorgeous! 😍 I think it's so funny when I see other artists paint with their hands like that, it lets me know I'm not the only one who does that 😂 Great video as always, You are forever an inspiration 💚

[kristinacleveland]

Crys'Dawna is the QUEEN of blending!!!

[carolyn]

My painting process is tortuous! Most times I push through and get a relatively satisfying result. But what I put myself through! When I don’t get what I envisioned my inner voice is so cruel, “what makes you think you can do this kind of project, you don’t have the skills. Just give up.” And when I listen to the cruel voice I shy away from that kind of project or I don’t go in my studio for a while. Seeing and hearing your struggles-I don’t enjoy knowing your working past your pain-but it is an inspiration for those of us who go through the same. And watching your final results is proof persevering has its rewards, even if it’s not perfect! ❤

[sarahrenfrow]

Debi, I have watched every video you’ve ever made and you have never done anything that wasn’t gorgeous! This is another success! Thanks for sharing

[Thatsinteresting]

This nightstand takes my breath away. It’s that beautiful!❤

[shabbynative]

Omg, i would work for free for you! Im so mad i moved up north! I have driven from Riverside California to your place two times. I meet your niece and always hope to see you! You have always inspired me with you bravery ! Debbie just be you like you have always been! I hope some day to have just a little place to create and sell your paints! You might have forgotten but your a pioneer lady! We are always good enough, brave enough and strong enough! Thank for always being brave enough to be honest about your feelings and keep putting yourself out there! Your special to me Debbie!!!!

[crystalbqueen]

I want to thank you for doing the hard work of just sharing the inner wrestling's creativity will present. LOVE THIS MUCH! Thank you Debi!

[norcaldata]

Bellarenovare is the goddess of blending!

[elenalatici]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Fabulous, gorgeous, inspiring, as usual.
Plus, you're so humble and brave in sharing your doubts and fears. Thank you!🙏🙏🙏

[heykayde]

First, I need to say I absolutely love your work. You're so talented and determined, and that's a winning combination.

To answer your question, for me, it's both torture and fun. I stress out, debate, and argue with myself. That two-way dialog is always there. But! When it finally starts to come together, nothing is more fun. Granted, I'm nowhere near as good as you are. I totally get your inner convos during the process. You do a great job bringing a modern charm to your pieces. I'm so impressed.

[DreamingCatStudio]

You did it! I was there how long ago when you agonized about learning blending. Look at you now! It’s gorgeous, and you’re passing on the tips! I love how you stuck it out to reach your vision, where so often you could’ve settled. I’m not a huge fan of moldings but my mouth literally fell open at your final piece. So many valuable lessons in this video. Thank you! My creative process is both challenging and fun. When I’m playing around it’s fun. I recently signed up for a year-long art institute course. I am learning how to draw and paint realistically for the first time in my life. It is really hard! I don’t mean a little hard I mean a lot hard. But I am so thrilled to be learning something so completely new. So when I’m playing around doing things I know how to do it’s fun and when I’m learning something new I wouldn’t say torture but it really stretches me!

[janashe]

Debi - you are so talented!! I love watching your videos. Please don't sell yourself short & over think a project. You are so encouraging to others, please listen to what you are telling others!! Your painted pieces are gorgeous & you are truly inspiring!!!

[barbimhoff]

Brushed By Brandy does jaw dropping beautiful blending, too!! Wonderful job on this piece. I absolutely love it!

[heatherelias-tvzp]

I realize this is an older video but i just want to say, Debbie, your videos speak to me more than any other videos I watch. You are one of many, many talented people who share their knowledge, techniques & skills. All of these artists inspire me but your videos actually heal me. That sounds dramatic but its true. Your outlook on handling problems or perceived limitations has helped me better silence my inner critic who constantly tries to convince me I cannot do something. I am quick to concede to that voice that tells me I don't have skills or artistic abilities to create what I envision in my head. Your videos truly help me change my mindset & give me confidence. Thank you!