Greetings! A new and much smaller Treasured Home is back in the same building as the old TTH!  You’ll find our hours are very limited, but the treasures inside will be worth the visit! Stay in the know, by following along on Facebook, Instagram, Texts and this newsletter.

How To Paint Upholstery

By Barbara Bussey | March 8, 2019 |

Learn how to paint upholstery using Fusion Mineral Paint! This is an easy technique that is both beautiful and budget friendly! We all have outdated upholstered chairs in our home, but many of us do not have the skills to reupholster them.  Today, Barbara is going to show you how to paint upholstery and completely transform those pieces that you may have otherwise given up on.  This is a really easy painting technique that will yield a pretty result and not break the bank.  Let’s get started by going over the supplies you will need. How To Paint Upholstery –…

This Week at the Shop!

By Barbara Bussey | March 4, 2019 |

Hello again! I’ve got a spot for you, in Saturday’s Embellished Teracotta Pot Class!  Everything’s included for just $35.00!  Just click here, to sign up! Show orders are starting to arrive, along with beautiful new books! Come see what’s new! Friends Gary and Jerrie have started painting cabinets.  We could tell Gary wasn’t initially very excited about the project.  He was a changed man, on his next trip to the shop!  They both love the change and are ready to tackle the kitchen!  They used Fusion Mineral Paint’s Linen on the bottom and Putty on the top cabinets.  Nice work,  you two! Last…

All the Best Fusion Mineral Paint Colors!

By Barbara Bussey | March 1, 2019 |

Get a closer look at the entire lineup of Fusion Mineral Paint colors and buy Fusion Mineral Paint online! We have all the best colors from the best brand! Here at The Treasured Home, we take great pride in offering Fusion Mineral Paint to our customers!  This brand offers an amazing amount of coverage, durability and we just love all of the Fusion Mineral Paint colors.  Today, we want to share some of our favorite Fusion Mineral Paint colors with you.  We hope this inspires you to take a class with us, purchase some Fusion Mineral Paint from our online…

This Week at the Shop!

By Barbara Bussey | February 25, 2019 |

Hello Princess! I have set my galoshes aside to dry, while I share some adventures at the shop. I had the most fun last week, painting this book pedestal and adding an Iron Orchid image transfer!  It’s so easy to do and gives me almost instant gratification, which is my favorite kind! None of this waiting around for me! I picked up this 48″ round dining table table today.  With the leaf, it’s almost 6 feet long and seats six.  It’s in wonderful shape as-is, but I think I’ll wait to see if anyone would like it painted or stained.…

How To Decoupage A Picture Frame

By Barbara Bussey | February 22, 2019 |

Learn how to decoupage a picture frame with this simple video tutorial. All you need are a few basic tools to make a beautiful statement piece for your home. Today Barbara has a fun and affordable project that is just perfect for Spring!  In this video you will learn how to decoupage a picture frame using Fusion Mineral Paint products and floral print napkins.  Yes, napkins!!  Let’s take a look at the supplies you’ll need to recreate this project. Supplies you’ll need for the how to decoupage tutorial: Fusion Mineral Paint – Barbara used the color Brook all over the…

Furniture Painting For Beginners Using Fusion Mineral Paint

By Barbara Bussey | February 15, 2019 |

Learn all there is to know about furniture painting for beginners using Fusion Mineral Paint!! Today, we are sharing one of our very first LIVE broadcasts featuring Fusion Mineral Paint!  This video is a great one for those looking for information regarding furniture painting for beginners – especially if you are interested in starting with the Fusion brand.  Let’s review some of Barbara’s favorite Fusion Mineral Paint products and her best tips & tricks for those unfamiliar with the Fusion Mineral Paint line. Furniture Painting For Beginners – Fusion Mineral Paint Supplies you will need to get started! TSP by…

This Week at the Shop! ❤️

By Barbara Bussey | February 11, 2019 |

Greetings! By the time you read this, we’ll be back home.  We spent the weekend at the Tahoe house, to celebrate Mr. Wonderful’s birthday.  He loves to use the snow blower, build fires and watch the snow fly.  Thankfully, we got up Friday afternoon, before the first storm of the weekend. Doesn’t he look happy? Old Man Winter is trying to beat the snow fall we had two years ago! Now, I’m in the passenger seat, writing this post as we head down I-80.  It’s Monday and there isn’t a cloud in the sky. The trees are wearing their finest…

How To Distress Furniture the Easy Way!!

By Barbara Bussey | February 8, 2019 |

Find out how to distress furniture the easy way using beeswax! This is the best distressing technique for beginners and seasoned furniture painters! Have you ever wondered how furniture painters create those lovely distressed pieces that resemble vintage treasures from times past?  If so, you are going to love today’s tutorial from Barbara!  In this LIVE video, Barbara will show you how to distress furniture the easy way by using a Beeswax Distressing Block from Fusion Mineral Paint.  Let’s get started by going over the products she used for this tutorial. How To Distress Furniture – The Supplies List Beeswax…

How To Prep Furniture For Paint

By Barbara Bussey | February 1, 2019 |

Learn how to prep furniture for paint from Barbara with The Treasured Home! These tips will get your piece clean & help you create the best finish possible. Once you learn how to prep furniture for paint the right way, you will begin to create professionally finished pieces you will be proud to own.  Prepping your piece is so very important simply because paint will not stick to dirt.  So today, Barbara is going to show you how to prep your furniture for paint using her favorite Fusion Mineral Paint products.  Let’s take a look at what she used &…

Never a Dull Moment, at The Treasured Home!

By Barbara Bussey | January 30, 2019 |

Hello friends! They said it would never happen!  Bob, AKA Mr. Wonderful, was a bachelor until we met, when he was a youthful 55 years old.  His family was pretty sure he would never marry and settle down!  I had failed miserably in my first marriage and was doubtful I was good marriage material.  Divorce can take the wind out of your sales, I found.    But, lo and behold, we did it!  Celebrating our twentieth anniversary last week, we now have acclaimed we are in a successful relationship! So, to celebrate last week, we dusted off our skis and…

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