I can do something. It’s quite organic. I have a brainstorm withmyself,andoftengointomylocalReseneColorShop in Pukekohe to bounce ideas off staff and to get guidance on the best type of products to use. “The Family Store team gets right behind it. The staff often put items aside for me. I give them a before- and-after poster to display with the item when I take it back, they photograph the display and put it on Facebook. The pieces usually sell super-fast, which is gratifying.” It’s also gratifying for the Salvation Army, according to the National Family Store Manager Gareth Marshall. “Our Family Stores are full of treasures generously donated by members of the public. We value these donations and try our hardest to re-purpose and sell as much as possible. “We’re all about re-using and recycling, so teaming up with Resene on Upcycling for Good was a perfect match. Resene’s products and tips are a natural fit with our pre-loved furniture and accessories, which are usually great quality but could sometimes do with a lick of paint to ensure they fly off the shelves. “Each year, nationally, our 132 stores save 16,000 tonnes from landfill. This initiative increases the value of the donated product, improves the range of goods for our customers, and furthers the Salvation Army’s mission and Resene’s community activity. We’re proud to partner with Resene and work on these win-win initiatives." Sarah likes the sustainability aspect. “There’s a place for fast, cheap trends but I get such satisfaction with giving something another home and life.” It’s also a great bonding experience for Sarah and her four- year-old son Milo. “He loves to paint alongside me, and he often comes to the Resene ColorShop and The Salvation Army Family Store with me.” “I’ve become more confident as I understand the Resene products more. There are so many non- traditional surfaces you can paint. I remember the day I discovered Resene Waterborne Smooth Surface Sealer [which provides a key for non-porous surfaces].” While the most often asked question is ‘won’t you run out of ideas', Sarah believes that as long as there are unique and individual pieces, there will be new ideas. "The projects can't be too ambitious or scary; they need to be relatable and fun. I hope I can inspire others to pick up a paint brush and give upcycling a go." Resene Fresh Resene Salomie Take your Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card along to any Resene ColorShop or participating reseller to benefit from these great savings: discounts off... • Resene premium paints, stains, primers and sealers • wallpaper • a wide range of decorating accessories •  Resene Curtain Collection curtains and fabrics (NZ only) And, of course, a free subscription to habitat magazine.     plus enjoy special bulk discounts (NZ only) when you spend more than $750 in one visit. For colour lovers, get the price of your 60-80ml testpot or A4 drawdown/testpatch back when you purchase paint or stain of the same colour. Simply bring back the receipt with the empty or part-full testpot or the A4 drawdown/ testpatch when you purchase 1 litre or more of Resene premium paint or stain tinted to the same colour. there's more… There’s even a great range of discounts and offers from other stores and manufacturers • Art for Art’s Sake • Dish magazine • Good magazine • Hirepool • Tile Warehouse • Harrisons • Trends magazine See www.resene.com/cardoffers for further details on partner store offers. If you don’t have a card, apply at your local Resene ColorShop or participating reseller, or apply free online at www.resene.com/diycard. the ultimate decorating card Offers are valid in New Zealand to Resene ColorShop Cardholders or Resene DIY Cardholders only until 30 September 2018 and are not available in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion. All companies reserve the right to amend or update their offers. See www.resene.com/cardoffers for offers. special offers Resene Streetwise