Wow, it has been forever since I busted out a “Makeover Monday” post—like, 2018 forever! But this little update was just too easy (and too satisfying) not to share. So I’m blowing the dust off that old hashtag and bringing it back in style.
Like most families, we’re always on the hunt for more storage. So when we bought footstools years ago, I made the smart choice to get ones that doubled as storage. Fast-forward a few years (and several painting projects later), and those once-functional footstools were looking… well, let’s just say “not on theme” anymore. If you’ve followed along, you know I went on a painting spree last year, freshening up the main level of the house. The vibe has definitely changed!
So instead of buying all new footstools (ugh, why does replacing perfectly functional things feel so wrong?), I used my inner DIYer and gave them a glow-up with paint. Yep, painted fabric. And before you panic, it’s way easier than it sounds.
Here’s the magic formula:
Mix equal parts paint and fabric softener, then thin it with water until it’s a smooth, brushable consistency. Dampen the fabric (I used the mister we keep handy as an anti-dog barking too), then brush on the paint. Let it dry overnight, do a quick touch-up the next day, and voilà! One of my kids even said it smelled amazing. Thanks, fabric softener!
Not bad for a bit of leftover paint and a bottle of fabric softener. This was just one of three footstools getting the spring refresh treatment, so stay tuned. Makeover Monday is officially back, baby.
Have you ever painting fabric? How did it turn out?