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Twin Bed to Garden Bench Transformation

I discovered this bed frame in a heap of debris that accumulated from projects we did around the house over the winter. This bed has done it's rounds as it was my youngest brother's ...»

Marie 19 minutes ago

Thank You Miriam - it was a fun project and so easy too!

Crafts: My 1st Craft Fair Booth!

Does anyone have any do's or don'ts? Or something that you like to see there to purchase? What draws you to a booth?

THanks!!

Minettesmaze 47 minutes ago

What would you pay for these items?

The Wisteria Came Out to Play!

I have four Wisteria plants and one of them came out to play this spring! I am thrilled, now if I can get the other three to the party that would be amazing! ...»

Kelly Dorathy 51 minutes ago

my mom and I have had a hard time even getting our wisterias to ever bloom.. they were bought ...»
in bloom but years have passed and never a bloom.. any ideas??

Outdoor Succulent Patio Table Centerpiece

With a wire basket and a few cuttings from around the yard this succulent patio table centerpieces was created. To see more on how this was made you can go ...»

Jovencio Calbay 1 hour ago

Nice, very creative idea

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Memorial Day!! Honor the Fallen. In Memory of Sgt. Jimmy Regan

I redid this dresser to pay tribute to my Ranger buddy Jimmy who was KIA Feb 2007 in Iraq. Read about him here: http://www.leadthewayfund.org/sgt-james-j-re...

Leslie D 2 hours ago

Beautiful piece, and what a great memorial to your friend. Your videos on youtube are so ...»
informative and have inspired me to distress and remake a few pieces, and I didn't realize you are now on Hometalk. Can't wait to see more of your work as you complete it.

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REALLY Killing Weeds With Vinegar

For more details on this process, please visit the blog post below.

Lately, I've been seeing Pinterest boards and blogs with tutorials on how to make a ...»

vinegar weed killer. Friends, I'm here to tell you that their information is faulty and their vinegar weed killer will not work.

Most of the blogs that show vinegar weed killer recipes, show household vinegar with 5% acidity.

This.Will.NOT.Work. I repeat, This.Will.NOT.Work.

You need a vinegar that has AT LEAST 10% acidity PLUS a horticultural citrus oil. There is some controversy within the organic gardening community regarding vinegar strength. Very respected gardeners say that 10% acidity mixed with citrus oil will kill weeds.

For at least 10 years I have been using a 20% vinegar for my weed control. I have not tried 10% vinegar ~ but I trust the gardeners who say it will work. Many of them are diluting their 20% vinegar by cutting it in half and adding water. Doing this will give you two gallons of 10% vinegar.

WARNING: This 10% – 20% vinegar is potent. You need to wear goggles, rubber gloves, long sleeves, and shoes when working with 20% vinegar. It will burn your skin if any splashes. I have experienced this first hand ~ it can be very painful.

While the vinegar alone will work well at getting rid of weeds, it's the orange oil that nails the coffin shut on weeds. However, none of this will kill weeds if it isn't properly applied. That is the real secret to killing weeds and killing them for good.

If you want to kill weeds naturally, then here's what you do:The correct ratio for weed killing is: 1 gallon of 10-20% vinegar to 1 C. of orange (or citrus) oil. Mix well. (see my Warning above) Then, add to either a spray bottle like this one. I highly recommend rubber gloves when applying with this type of bottle ~ it does tend to drip.

This ONLY WORKS when applied at full strength, in sunlight, during the heat of the day.

That means, if it rained yesterday, then don't apply it. If rain is in the forecast within 24 hours, don't apply it.

Wait until the soil is dried out a bit, the sun is bright, and it's the middle of the day. It must be at least 70-degrees for maximum efficacy. The weed will think you are giving it some good food. Down the hatch, little weed.

Keep in mind that this brew does not discriminate. Be careful where you spray. It will kill your flowers and plants just as effectively. Obviously, avoid application on windy days.

Mikell Paulson 2 hours ago

Who ever said regular vinegar does not work must not know how to use it! I have a lot of weeds ...»
that grow on the street in front of my house, all I use is vinegar. Just regular vinegar I get at Costco. It kills them dead, and is not harming the many dogs that walk by! I use it here in WA. and also in Yuma! WORKS GREAT!!!!

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Kitchen Island Made From an Old Door....

I have always wanted to attempt making a kitchen island and I finally found the perfect one to make...... From and inspirational picture found on PINTEREST to a Kitchen Island I'll Love ...»

Bre Casey 2 hours ago

I would add the glass to the top, too! Love this idea with a door. Makes it narrow enough that ...»
that would work for our cabin! Thanks for sharing!!! :)

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Vegetable Plant Markers Rock!

I had such fun making these plant markers for the first time. Now I am looking for new rocks to paint. What a fun project for children on a rainy day. I can't wait to share this with my ...»

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Deltagardener 3 hours ago

Now whenever I see a nice rock, I bring it home. I have more to make since I planted my veggie ...»
garden yesterday. How could I forget beans, watermelon, strawberries?

How To Start Seeds In Just 3 Days!

Life got busy around here this spring, and I forgot to plant my seeds inside. I was just going to forget it and move on until I read about clipping and soaking your seeds to help them ...»

Peggy W 3 hours ago

I had to laugh at the morning glory comments because I remember my grandma hating them in her ...»
garden but she allowed them to grow up the poles for her clothes line! whenever we grandkids would visit we would get the job of cutting the vines back so that they didn't totally overtake the lines. To this day I LOVE morning glories because they hold such fond memories. IN fact I have them and sweet peas planted along one edge of our chain link fence. They don't get too carried away because my husband takes the weed whacker to them periodically!

DIY - 25 Great Sign Ideas, Hometalk Clipboard

Wow, there are some awesome DIY Sign ideas shared here on Hometalk. I curated a clipboard of 25 of my favorites this past weekend and I find more sign inspiration to clip everyday! Check it out.....you might be there :-)

Coral Ann Champer 3 hours ago

Ladies: I'm an RVer who just came thru...NC,Little Egg Harbor, NJ, Lititz, PA, and am headed ...»
to Clarksville, TN! Love your posting and great ideas!!!! Coincidence?

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