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Barb R

Roseland, FL
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  • Brush on some craft store acrylic paint; I used two coats.
  • Let dry overnight and then use a nail file to distress.
  • Finish them off with a coat of clear enamel. 1

Painted & Distressed Mason Jar

Give your mason jars a shabby chic look with some acrylic paint and sandpaper.
Linda @ it all started with paint
Linda @ it all started wi... Chicago, IL
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    love them! doubt I would pay that much for them tho....
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  • It takes very little! Pour a very small amount of fabric softener or vinegar in a bowl and dip the clothes.
  • Let them hang dry and then pop them in the dryer when you need them. You can use many times before you need to "re-dip" them. Also a wonderful air freshener as they hang!

DIY Dryer Sheets (One of my #ProudestDIY projects )

A while back I experimented with something when I ran out of dryer sheets. I did not have any coupons and I was NOT going to pay full price for dryer sheets. So out of this need came this ...»
idea.It is so easy to dip, dry and use over and over! This has saved me lots of money as I do NOT buy fabric softer sheets anymore!

Heather Brummett Living on Love and Cents
Heather Brummett Living o... Crosby, TX
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17 Plants You Grow from Kitchen Scraps

I love composting all the kitchen scraps I can but when I fill up my compost bin or run low on some vegetables in the garden using kitchen scraps to grow plants is a great activity.
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The Black Thumb Gardener
The Black Thumb Gardener Pittsford, NY
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    instead of using the toothpick method I have begun using the glass rocks we have around us ...»
    adding the water and when roots appear then I have my plant ready to go and it's pretty too!

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  • You can see a big difference, in this photo, between the vinyl tile that I cleaned and the dirty ones!
  • It's so nice to have a clean floor in my kitchen again!
  • This stuff works great on vinyl floors .. who knew?!! 1
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How to Easily Clean grimy Vinyl Floors!

My Vinyl floors had gotten so grimy over the years, that I thought I was going to have to replace them. Then I found out about a neat tip, that got them sparkling clean and it was so ...»
easy! I used a cleaning product that most people probably already have, but not one made for floors! Want to know what it is? It's Scrubbing Bubbles! I have the full details on my blog. http://www.graphicsfairy-diy.com/2013/01/my-...

Karen - The Graphics Fairy
Karen - The Graphics Fairy Frederick, MD
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    Commented on Jan 31, 2013
    I discovered this when I came to take care of parents....the kitchen cabinets were so grimy!! ...»
    I have used in shower stalls and tubs and the glass surrounds for soap scum...just spray and wipe down with a scrubbie(old shower poof) and rinse. For the cabinets I had to use the bubbles, a nail brush and follow up some times, but a lot cheaper than replacing or sanding and re-painting. Try also a spray with Windex( I make my own) for a bit of shine.

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How to Remove Urine Smell From Carpet

I had an incident where my cat urinated on a small piece of my rug while we were out of town. Here is the solution that worked for me. This was a small rug so I was able to remove it from ...»
the room and take it outside where I flipped it over and sprinkled it with baking soda. Then using vinegar I saturated the piece of carpet and let it sit for an hour. Find out my results below.

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Anna M Redding, CA
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Concrete Cobblestone Path

We wanted to find something unique to use for our pathway and patio. We couldn't find anything we really liked. When I came across this concrete form from Lowes I was so excited. Not ...»
only does it look great but it was very cost effective.

To learn how we did it visit my blog at http://www.tancamjenksfam.blogspot.com/2011/...

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Camie Jenkins Pasco, WA
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Sea Glass Jar DIY

I creating these jars using a homemade modpodge (2 parts glue to 1 part water) mixed with food coloring, water and a little dishsoap. Took me all of about 10 minutes and I LOVE the way ...»
they came out. Placed them in my kitchen window and it makes doing the dishes a lot more enjoyable! ;)

For more details you can go to my blog:

http://livegorgeously.blogspot.com/2012/07/s...

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Ashleigh B Mountain Home, ID
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  • This is my "totem".  I've had it outdoors for several years now. It's held up really well except for the "ladder" incident last fall while a helpful neighbor was helping me clean out the gutters. 10
  • These are the tools you'll need. I use GE II Silicone for Windows and Doors (clear) with a caulk gun.
A level will come in handy to make sure your totem doesn't lean. 4
  • Wash and dry (thoroughly) your glassware. I suggest you let your vases and such dry overnight. If you have ANY moisture inside, it will be sealed inside once you apply your sealant.
  • apply your silicone to one of your pieces, then add your next piece to it.
  • remove the excess silicone with your finger or a paper towel. 
*tip*  I generally glue two pieces together, while gluing another two pieces together.  After those four pieces set up overnight, then I glue the two (or 3) sets together.
  • *tip*  to keep water from standing in your plates, turn them upside down.  I like to separate my large vases and such with clear plates. A microwave plate makes a great base piece. 3
  • You can use a plate on top right side up to make a bird feeder or a birdbath. 6
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Repurposed Glassware=Garden Topiaries (easy project)

We all have those vases and bowls hanging around. You know, the ones you get flowers in, but then just put in the cupboard. I have the perfect solution for all of those, and it will help ...»
"prettify" your garden or flower bed. For more pictures see my blog post-Repurposed Glassware (totems and more) http://bit.ly/Lws0Y1

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Gail--My Repurposed Life
gail--My Repurposed Life Louisville, KY
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  • Before and After: Painted appliances.
  • Close up of the dials. 1
  • Enamel painted washer and dryer. 3

$10 Washer & Dryer Makeover

After years of staring at my plain white appliances, I got bored. And when I get bored, I get a little crazy. So I decided to paint them with one $10 pint of Rustoleum enamel paint in ...»
Regal Red. It took three coats over a weekend, but they look amazing! I followed it up with some spray on poly to help protect it. It's been nearly a year and no chips yet. I used a silver paint pen to add my settings. What I should have done there was placed tracing paper over the knob prongs and meticulously copied my settings, because I left a lot out. Then I could have added a vinyl transfer or used a fine tip paint pen. I may scrape off the paint around the dials and redo it later down the line. Otherwise it was a cheap and easy update! More photos and details here http://www.killerbdesigns.com/10-appliance-m...

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Brooke N
Brooke N Lake Jackson, TX
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    to Vicki A they have some pretty good stick on in SS or many other colors!! Just work slow and ...»
    remember details and a credit card to smooth out edges and pins to prick any bubbles

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