Hello and welcome to my very first blog post! My name is Anne-Marie, and I run a hand-painted furniture business from my log shed in the heart of Somerset. I’ve never written a blog before, so putting these words out into the world is a little scary—but also incredibly exciting.
You see, painting furniture isn’t just something I do—it’s something I love. In fact, some might say I’m a little obsessed! There’s something magical about transforming a tired, forgotten piece into something full of character and charm. Each brushstroke brings it back to life.
My journey into furniture painting started from a very unexpected place. After a house fire, we lost everything. It was a devastating time, and in trying to rebuild our lives and our home, I knew I didn’t want to fill it with flat-packed items straight out of a box.
I wanted warmth. I wanted pieces with history. I wanted our home to feel cosy, lived-in, and full of stories—not just things.
So I started picking up old furniture and giving it a new lease of life with paint. What began as a way to heal and make our house a home again quickly turned into something more. I discovered I had an eye for it—perhaps no surprise, as interiors have always been a passion of mine.
Fast forward to today, and what once was a coping mechanism has become a full-time business. From my log shed in Somerset, I now paint and restore beautiful pieces for others to enjoy in their own homes. It’s hands-on, creative, often messy—and I absolutely love it.
Each hand-painted furniture piece I work on is unique. No mass production, no shortcuts—just me, a paintbrush, and the belief that old furniture deserves a second chance. My Gallery shows some of the pieces I’ve worked on over the years.
Through this blog, I’ll be sharing my journey—the ups, the downs, the transformations, and a peek inside life in my little shed studio. Whether you’re a fellow furniture lover, a DIY enthusiast, or just someone who appreciates a good before-and-after, I hope you’ll enjoy following along.
Thanks for being here—it really does mean the world.
Until next time,
Anne-Marie
