Painted Attic

Painted Attic Upcycled furniture How it all began

My whole life I’ve been a crafty person. That was when my real obsession with furniture began.

I would do the occasional little project here and there, and never really gave it a second thought. A little over a year ago, my husband and I decided to move into a new home after living at our old apartment for over six years. When we first moved into our old apartment, we were young, and we were still discovering our style. Once I knew that we would be moving, I decided that this was the time f

or a fresh new start, and that we should decorate our new place for the people that we had become today. I became obsessed (literally) with Kijiji, and finding items for cheap (or even free) that I could creatively upcycle, and turn into something one of a kind, with character, just for our new home. After we moved, I was delighted to see how well all of my ideas came together for our vintage styled home. When all was said and done though, I was craving more projects to work on, and had I nothing left that I could possibly do for my own home. I began asking friends about projects for their homes, and offering my advice, but it simply wasn’t enough for me. I was told all the time that I should sell my furniture, but at the time, I just wasn’t ready to dive into that venture the way I wanted to. Once I discovered Annie Sloan chalk paint (how versatile and fun it is to use), I realized more than ever before that furniture upcycling is something that I am extremely passionate about. I decided that it was the time to pursue this passion further. It wasn’t a long thought-out process. I think that people are always asked the question of how they made the decision to start something new, whether it be a career or hobby, and the answer is always the same; they just did it. I basically woke up one day and said, “I’m going to sell furniture.”

Since beginning my venture, I’ve been delighted to sell every item I’ve put up for sale, and I’m so incredibly overwhelmed with all of the positive feedback I’ve received. My goal is to keep improving with each and every project, and to save as much quality furniture as I can from taking up space in landfills. I love being able to take something that one person considers trash, and to give it an amazing facelift. It’s such an awesome feeling to know that the pieces that I created are making such wonderful additions to the décor of their new homes.

Cute little bedside table for sale. DM me if interested.
02/07/2023

Cute little bedside table for sale. DM me if interested.

New piece for sale! DM me if interested.
01/08/2023

New piece for sale! DM me if interested.

New piece for sale! Asking $70.
05/16/2016

New piece for sale! Asking $70.

My little telephone table fitting in so well in Brandy's home! It's like I made it just for her and her adorable vintage...
05/05/2016

My little telephone table fitting in so well in Brandy's home! It's like I made it just for her and her adorable vintage phone. Thanks so much for sharing this Brandy! 😍😍😍

New piece for sale. Cool retro side table. $50 OBO.
05/05/2016

New piece for sale. Cool retro side table. $50 OBO.

SOLD New piece for sale! Adorable little telephone table painted in Emperor's Silk chalk paint. Asking $50 OBO.
05/01/2016

SOLD New piece for sale! Adorable little telephone table painted in Emperor's Silk chalk paint. Asking $50 OBO.

Here's a picture of the jewelry box I upcycled for my mom for Christmas!
12/26/2015

Here's a picture of the jewelry box I upcycled for my mom for Christmas!

Here are some of my favourite pieces from the pop up shop! I especially loved seeing lots of awesome jewelry boxes! That...
10/03/2015

Here are some of my favourite pieces from the pop up shop! I especially loved seeing lots of awesome jewelry boxes! That's my next venture, and I have lots of inspiration now.

Some photos from the vendors of the pop up furniture shop today! I've noticed that map inspired furniture is definitely ...
10/03/2015

Some photos from the vendors of the pop up furniture shop today! I've noticed that map inspired furniture is definitely trending! My map inspired ombré bedside tables are still for sell. See bottom right picture. 😊

SOLD! So excited that my piece will be featured in a wedding! Congrats to Dawn!
09/06/2015

SOLD! So excited that my piece will be featured in a wedding! Congrats to Dawn!

New bedside table for sale! Painted in Barcelona Orange chalk paint, with Pure White accents. Slightly distressed, with ...
07/12/2015

New bedside table for sale! Painted in Barcelona Orange chalk paint, with Pure White accents. Slightly distressed, with a fun black and white dandelion print on the drawer. $65 OBO.

Freshly finished! Half moon table in the colour Florence with silver accents and legs dipped in silver. $50 OBO
07/12/2015

Freshly finished! Half moon table in the colour Florence with silver accents and legs dipped in silver. $50 OBO

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1098-B Somerset Street West
Ottawa, ON
K1Y 3C8

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