A traditional English countryside
From the many pieces of furniture I have painted, this is my all-time favourite. Living half way between coast and countryside, I feel inspired by the natural world and drawn to bygone eras. This lovely little chest of drawers drew me in to hand paint a rural idyll...
Meet me at the White Robin in Grantham, Lincolnshire 14th July 2018
I was so excited when Bex and Rachel of The White Robin asked me to host a hands-on demo and workshop at the Angel and Royal Hotel in Grantham. Also in my home county of Lincolnshire, it's a very rare opportunity for me to teach on home soil and meet other...
Mad about Jonathon Marc Mendes FREE marble technique
When I first started doing my faux marble technique, I had no idea how popular it would be or how many furniture painters around the world would sign up to take the class and share their amazing results. Right now that class is available as a free online marbling...
Mid Century Modern Cocktail Cabinet – an update!
I can't tell you how delighted I was to receive these pictures in an Etsy conversation from Marian who purchased my Mid Century Modern Cocktail Cabinet! Just look at how fabulously she has styled it in her downstairs cloakroom! She says everyone she has shown it to...
Furniture painting made easy with my Wet Distress Technique
Sometimes when painting furniture, I like to remodel the piece with some simple carpentry. This can really help when changing the style and look. Once I had added a small wooden border, I created this beautiful bespoke colour mix to evoke Eucalyptus leaves, one of...
Meet me at La di da Interiors, Luxuries & Gifts, Andover, 7th July 2018
I literally can't wait to pop up at the creative and highly personable La Di Da Interiors early this summer at an exclusive event 'down South' where I will demonstrate some of my favourite techniques and secrets to my signature style. I was delighted to meet Steph,...
Etsy – here we come!
I’ve been meaning to set up an Etsy shop for such a long time, but never had time until now! As some of you know, we’re hoping to move soon so decluttering has become a priority and as much as I love these pieces, I’m ready for them to find a new home. Pop over and...
My Hand-painting Technique – have you tried it yet?
Hand-painting with an artistry brush has always been one of my greatest pleasures in life. So many of you have asked about hand-painting on furniture, so I knew I had to include it in my Painted Love Academy. I guess because I am totally self-taught that’s probably...
My Rust technique
Wherever I go, students are fascinated by my rust technique. I started doing it on lamp bases, clocks, busts and statues and then I took it to a quirky piece of furniture to create a modern industrial look that is perfect for contemporary interiors. This whole...
My Faded Grandeur technique
There’s something hauntingly beautiful about this piece that I painted in soft pinks using my Faded Grandeur technique. After traveling and teaching overseas so much lately it was wonderful to immerse myself in a deeply creative project with this gorgeous small...
JMM and Nicolette Tabram Designs
Been on my UK travels today to have lunch with the queen of stencils Nicolette Tabram Designs and are so thrilled with my gift of a signed copy of her first book, Modern Stencils. If you haven’t seen them, check out her brilliant projects. I...
JMM on tour – Germany
Some of you may have seen on social media I’ve been to Germany. Whilst there I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside stockists, members of the public and some bloggers. You may have seen the brief interview with myself and Vanessa of Simply Vintage and the...
JMM on tour – South Africa
My South African tour has been absolutely crazy! I have met lots of lovely like-minded people who are very creative, talented and simply just love to paint! Here are a few snapshots of the events and some of the projects I’ve been teaching along the way from...
A Chinoiserie style classic (using vintage fabric)
Well here we go, I've had this wooden sideboard for some time. I even French polished the top myself but still felt it had more potential. So I embarked on quite a transformation as you can see... It’s a project of two halves. The drawer and cupboards on the bottom...
#mixitMonday
I did this project a few months ago, and for whatever reason, it never seem to work for me. But all is not lost. So, what can we learn from it....? The colour is absolutely sublime, just maybe on the wrong piece. This beautiful, almost citrus green colour, has to...