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How to Remove Nail Polish from Hardwood & Laminate Floors
I get asked all the time how to get nail polish off of things so I decided to start testing some of my theories. I started by painting my salon-quality nail polish on the wood floor and
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Birdhouse Makeover
Even the birds thought their birdbath was an eyesore. So with a thin layer of concrete, some non-toxic white spray paint and some old plates I created a beautiful place for the birds and
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Pondless Waterfalls for the Landscape
A pondless waterfall is a waterfall without the pond. You still get the wonderful sight and sound of running water in your garden without having a pond. Pondless waterfalls can be tucked
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Dragonflies made from re-purposed materials
I made these two dragonflies using an old metal sign and a discarded chair leg! They are great to hang indoors or outdoors!
Easy, economical DIY Adirondack chairs: $10, 8 steps, 2 hours
We built these lightweight, inexpensive Adirondack chairs from cedar fence boards. They don't require power tools or extensive skills! Step-by-step tutorial on our blog at http://www.thissortaoldlife.com/2012/07/07/a...
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name of weed
I live in Chicago, and this beautiful weed comes back every year, what is the name of it?
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Commentedprairie mallow or miniature hollyhock I have them too. Bought 4 plants last year. They're ...»