DIY Tutorial: How to Easily Paint a Shelf Using a Stencil

Learn step by step how to paint a shelf at home using a stencil, with Joanne Condon

For those just starting out, DIY can seem pretty intimidating - who hasn't gotten burned by a hot glue gun? But an awareness of the importance of creating less waste, as well as more and more time spent at home, mean that DIY has seen a major revival this year. And why not? It is, after all, a fantastic way to spruce up your home. Not only is it cheaper than buying ready-made furniture, it also allows you to get really creative and add truly original, unique touches to your interior spaces that reflect your individual personality and taste.

Joanne Cordon (@joannecondon) is a furniture artist, expert upcycler and author of the book Furniture Crush. She loves nothing more than having fun creating colorful, unique pieces for the home, and giving furniture a new lease of life.