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Ahrisha Lesher

Blogger | Lancaster, PA http://joyouslylivinglife.blogspot.com
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I love doing all sorts of creative things. Cooking, Gardening, Decorating, Knitting & Spinning. Give your body what it needs to repair itself. A scientifically proven product that repairs the Telomeres on your DNA. Please stop by my website and watch the video to learn more. www.EnjoyAVibrantLife.com


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Building a vintage inspired Farmhouse kitchen

More information on how we used a mix of vintage and new to build a vintage inspired kitchen. Using a vintage cabinet, stair posts for cupboard legs, simple and inexpensive pine ...»
construction and a couple stock cupboards~ we created a vintage inspired kitchen for our guest cottage. http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/...

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  • A new bucket. 1
  • Some toilet bowl cleaner.
  • Some sunshine
  • Wash it all off an hour and a half later and this is what you get.
  • Pretty authentic looking!
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Aging Galvanized Metal

All you need is some new galvanized metal and some toilet bowl cleaner.
Meridian Road
Meridian Road Rupert, ID
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  • One clean window pane, several more to go.
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Washing Windows Like The Pros

I cannot take credit for this discovery; however I can tell you that it works! In my opinion this is the best way for washing windows. A cleaning company shared this tip with me four ...»
years ago, I was using glass cleaner, vinegar and newspapers. Nothing I did completely cleaned the window. This is the only thing I use now.

Items Needed for Washing Windows

(All items except the Dawn were purchased at Dollar Tree)

Dawn Dish Detergent

Small Bowl or Bucket

Scrubby Pads

Absorbent Cloths

Squeegee

Steps

1. Place a few drops of Dawn in your container with a couple inches of water.

2. Dip the scrubby pad into the water and squeeze out.

3. Scrub the glass. The Dawn along with the scrubby gets the dirt off and does not leave a residue.

4. Squeegee the window, starting at the top and working down, wiping off the "blade" each time with a cloth.

5. Wipe around the edges to absorb any leftover water and dirt.

Who would have known this is all it takes to get professional results? Give it a try and see if you like the Washing Windows like The pros. http://chaoticallycreative.com/2012/03/16/wa...

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Chaotically Creative Co. Murfreesboro, TN
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Side Table Makeover - Cottage Chic

This table was headed for the dumpster when I rescued it!

Dark, dumpy and discarded to light, white, and beachy.

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Deb Hrabik Union, NE
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  • I have a smaller sink so that's where I gave my silver a bath.
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How to Clean Silver the easy way!

I had some large pieces of silver to clean and not a lot of time. This silver bath method worked like a charm and was so easy. All you need is salt, foil and hot water. Seriously. ...»

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Ann @ On Sutton Place Findlay, OH
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  • Before and After of Annie Sloan Chalk Painted Upholstery
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Painting fabric upholstery with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

We painted the outdated upholstery on these antique chairs with a mixture of 50% Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Paris Grey and 50% water. We misted the fabric with a spray bottle of water ...»
with each coat of paint so that the fabric would absorb the paint and not be stiff. It took three coats of paint, with about 24 hours of drying time between each coat. We stenciled a french design on each chair using Annie Sloan Graphite. The blue stripe was stenciled with Aubusson Blue. We then distressed and glazed the arms and legs. You can see the full tutorial here: http://bella-tucker.com/2013/04/painting-fab... #repurpose #painted fabric #painted upholstery #Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

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Bella Tucker Decorative F... Franklin, TN
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  • Don't leave your tomatoes hanging around defenseless. Plant a few of these great companions to help your veggies fend off insects. 2
  • 1. Basil. Helps repel thrips, flies and mosquitos. Excellent companion for tomatoes and peppers.
  • 2. Sage. Repels cabbage moths and flea beetles. Flowers are great for attracting bees and other beneficial insects.
  • 2. Lemon Catnip. Brew tea from its leaves and spray on plants to drive away flea beetles.
  • 4. Lemon Balm. Citronella compounds in its leaves do a wonderful job of repelling insects. Safe to rub on your skin as an organic mosquito repellent. 1
  • 4. German Chamomile improves oil production in herbs and improves flavor of onions and cabbage. You can also brew tea from its flowers.
  • 5. Scented marigolds keep the soil free of nematodes and attract beneficial insects like ladybugs.
  • 6. Nasturtiums make a great barrier around tomato plants, deterring squash bugs and trapping aphids. Nasturtium leaves and flowers are edible, making them a great addition to salads. 1
  • 7. Geraniums repel cabbage worms and Japanese beetles.
  • 8. Petunias repel leafhoppers, aphids, tomato worms. Like catnip, tea brewed from its leaves can be sprayed on your plants as an organic insecticide.
  • 9. Rosemary repels bean beetle, cabbage fly, cabbage moth and carrot fly.
  • 10. Mints deter white cabbage moths, ants, flea beetles, fleas and aphids. Make your own mint mulch and add to beets, giving them the benefits without the danger of invasive mint roots. 3
  • Example: Two tomato plants surrounded by a beneficial herb barrier including basil, oregano and rosemary. 2
  • Example: Tomato planted with marigold and basil companions.
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10 Great Friends: Veggie Garden Companion Plants

Don't leave your tomatoes hanging around defenseless. Plant a few of these great companions right beside them to repel detrimental insects. Our top ten favorites are included below. For ...»
more information - check the veggie, herb and flower compatibility of 44 common plants: www.gardenstamp.com/guides.html

Love to garden? So do we! Check out our other Hometalk posts at http://www.hometalk.com/gardenstamp/posts

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  • I used everyday materials to embellish patio umbrellas for a whole new look! http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • I used everyday materials to embellish patio umbrellas for a whole new look!  http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • featured in Creating Vintage Charm Magazine May, 2013. http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
  • The embellished umbrellas were a perfect topper for a feminine refreshment table at an event. http://homewardfounddecor.blogspot.com/2013/05/charming-embellished-umbrellas.html
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Charming Embellished Umbrellas

I love using everyday materials in fresh new ways... prettifying patio umbrellas is one of them! These feminine and flouncy toppers sit over a refreshment table at one of my Spring market ...»
events, and I could have sold them a hundred times over!! They'd be perfect for a baby or bridal shower, too.

It's easy to transform plain umbrellas this way - click through to my HOMEWARDfound blog post for more info PLUS the link to order your own copy of Creating Vintage Charm Magazine (a print publication) May 2013, where my umbrellas are featured! #SummerStyle #MayProjects

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Outdoor Living: KOI ~~ SNATCHED BY BIRDS or STOLEN ????

Does anyone know if it is at all possible that a Blue Heron or an Egret would be able to take "5" Koi at one time? Then come back the next day and take 4 more; the next day he/she/they ...»
took the remaining "3". Yes, after the first hit we tried to protect the pond even more than it already is. The pond is relatively well-covered with tree branches. I'm thinkin' the one of the roofers next door came and helped himself to our fish thinking that they were worth $$$. Any thoughts out there? They were so precious to us ~~ some being over 20-years old.

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    My neighbor has a beautiful big pond and he had to make a covering for it from 1" square wire ...»
    fencing. He molded it so that it covers the whole pond like a big bubble so the heron cannot reach through the holes and go fishing.

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