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Thistlewood

Blogger | Grand Rivers, KY http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com
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  • Here's the beginning of the path with the house in the background.
  • A close-up of the detailing on the stenciled paver.  It took about 30 minutes to make four pavers.
  • I spaced them out about every foot leading toward the pond surrounded with mulch. 2
  • I used a simple damask stencil on a paver.  You could also create a monogram or stripes....whatever works in your outdoor space.
  • Simply apply paint designed to work with concrete to the stencil.  I used a stencil brush and dotted the paint to create the design.
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Stenciled Concrete Pavers

I think it's official! Spring is here! We spent all weekend outside working in the yard and the gardens and we have so far to go. ...»

There's a path that leads to the pond through a white arbor and it needed a little something extra. So here's a fun project I just completed on the stepping stones that lead down the path

30 Minutes 2.75 Easy
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Apr 22, 2013
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    Sue on May 09, 2013
    So very cute.
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Farmhouse Kitchen

When we remodeled the farmhouse on a budget.....this was one of the first projects we took on. At one time this room was nothing more than a pipe in the floor. But four layers of ...»
floor....white cabinets....subway tile and an island from IKEA....I am so glad we decided to make it our own. http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/my-macaroni...

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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Sep 17, 2012
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    Chantal Whiteford on May 04, 2013
    wow! great work - love it!
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  • Barn Wood Letter  http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/its-a-cinch-the-barn-edition
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How to make a Barn Letter

Check out this new take on an old piece of barn wood. For details and other ideas of what can be created from barn wood, stop by: http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/its-a-cinch...
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on May 07, 2012
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Chalkboard Wall Calendar

Easy way to fill up a large blank wall. I added a board and chalkboard paint behind an old window to make a calendar for the month. My kids love to add events and family activities and it makes it easy for everyone to keep track of what we have going on! For details check out: http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/can-i-ask-y...
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Aug 27, 2012
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    Rebecca E. Parsons on Jan 24, 2013
    I need to chat with you...please call me when you have a chance!!!
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  • Supplies needed for project:  concrete paint, frog tape, pencil, measuring tape and paint brush
  • Peel back the tape while the paint was still wet.  Pull it slowly back towards you for a clean crisp edge.
  • Remove center piece of tape which creates an automatic faux border.  Paint the second paint color that you want the runner to be.
  • Paint steps and porch with base paint and let dry.  Place three pieces of frog tape where you want the side of the runner to be.
  • Completed paint project looks like a faux runner and provides great curb appeal.
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Total Front Step Transformation for Under $50

Dull, boring front steps? Budget a little tight?

Why not transform your front steps with paint and a little elbow grease for under $50. ...»

Our front porch steps were basic concrete. We wanted to add architectural interest without spending a lot of money so using paint and painter's tape we added a faux stair runner to the front steps.

5 Hours 35.00 Easy
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Aug 13, 2012
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    Mary on May 04, 2013
    @Carol C...she states "concrete paint"
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Customized All-Natural Room Scents

Do you ever get tired of the overpowering scent of commercial air-fresheners? Why not customize your own scent with all-natural ingredients. Combine fresh citrus with herbs and extracts ...»
and simmer on the stove.

I made this yesterday and my kitchen smelled absolutely amazing! It was full of the crispness of lemon combined with the heady scent of vanilla and the occasional whiff of rosemary!

Absolutely wonderful!

10 Minutes 4.00 Easy
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Jan 25, 2013
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    Bridgette on Feb 14, 2013
    I have boil cut in half oranges with cinnmow and sometime with other spices like you get from ...»
    a pumkin pie you bring it to a boil and then turn it down on low and let the steam do it job. My husband thinks i am making dessert sometime haha

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Built-in Spice Rack

Do you have an extra wall or tucked away space that is overlooked! Maximize your space with a spice rack or dish rack built into the side of cabinet! This project is so much easier than ...»
it looks and costs under $35 to make! Here's to an organized 2013! #OrganizedHome

2 Hours 25.00 Moderate
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Jan 07, 2013
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    Doris rhoden on Apr 28, 2013
    HI, I would like a simple drawing of some simple stand -alone shelves to make. this for food ...»
    staorage The plastic kind and the wire kind do not work due to the weight of the food. I moved from the deep south to Idaho and live in a 850sq ft apartment with no staorge. lol

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  • Create a topiary using coat hangers and ivy.  It is such a fun easy project that takes under 30 minutes!
  • Here's the topiary with my milk glass collection!  The green really looks pretty against all the white.
  • Step 1:  Create round circles from coat hangers.  Unbend the end of the coat hanger to put it into the dirt.
  • Step 2:  Combine the two circles together to make a sphere form for the topiary.
  • Step 3:  Wind the ivy around the coat hanger to train the ivy to create your topiary!
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How to Make a Topiary from a Coat Hanger

Looking for a fun project for spring that only takes about 30 minutes and is so easy to do?

Why not make your own topiary from a pot of ivy and a coat hanger? I created this double ...»

sphere topiary by shaping a coat hanger and twisting ivy around it! I even have a really great tip on how to keep your ivy growing fresh and green....dish washing soap!

30 Minutes 10.00 Easy
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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on May 01, 2013
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    Shelia Martin Linder on May 03, 2013
    Be sure to get Lots of hangers. After you make your topiary, then you can make landscape ...»
    staples/pins to hold down the landscape fabric in your garden. The best way to cut several is with an axe.

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  • I hung the bike wheel on the chalkboard wall and added roman numerals.
  • Step 1:   Purchase a kit from any craft store specifically designed to power big hands.
  • Step 2:  Drill a hole in the center of a paint can lid and attach it to the bicycle wheel.
  • Step 3:  Drill holes in yardstick and attach parts of clock hands
  • Step 4:  Attach weights to the back of the longer hand and secure to the wheel!
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Bicycle Wheel Clock

Have a blank wall and looking for a little inspiration? Here's a fun upcycled project! Using a bicycle wheel and a yardstick, I created a one-of-a-kind clock! This project would be perfect for a playroom or gameroom!

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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Apr 11, 2013
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    Katie Murphy Yesterday
    What an awesome clock! I'm actually working on a clock now and was trying to figure out how to ...»
    use something other than the "typical" hands. Can't wait to check out your post :)

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A Pallet Garden: Have you ever built one?

My friend constructed this garden completely from pallets. She filled it with rich amended soil and you would not believe the crop she has harvested this year. For more details....check out http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/the-pallet-t...

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Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY on Jul 09, 2012
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    Caroline Pfeiffer on Apr 20, 2013
    If anyone has back problems, like my daughter-in-law, this would be a good idea since you ...»
    wouldn't have bend down. I have seen this done before and I would like to try it sometime.

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