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At The Picket Fence

Blogger | Florence, KY http://www.atthepicketfence.com
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How to Make Drop Cloth Curtains with a no-sew Fabric Edge!

I finally jumped on the drop cloth curtain bandwagon! I was a little bit skeptical that they would look to casual in my more traditional home but when I found a scrap of beautiful toile ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Aug 15, 2012
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  • Marg C
    Marg C on Oct 04, 2012
    I often stop in the Paint dept at Home Depot and gaze at the drop cloths....this gives me an ...»
    idea for my kitchen for the winter. I love yours!

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  • Pour baking soda into a bowl and slowly add peroxide until you have the consistency of paste.
  • Spread mixture over grout lines pressing in as you go. Leave on for at least a half hour or more! 1
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Homemade Grout Cleaner Put to the Test!

It didn't matter how many times I cleaned the bathroom counters they never really LOOKED clean! The culprit? Dirty grout lines! So, after a quick search I discovered the power of two ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on May 31, 2013
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  • Peggy
    Peggy on Jun 11, 2013
    Ivy will try the Lysol toilet bowl cleaner did try scrubbing bubbles not good for the grout ...»
    but works wonders on greasy stove

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My Traditional Meets French Country Living Room Makeover!

Honoring the style and architecture of your home is so important when decorating, don't you think? And my house is just truly traditional in every way. So, I've embraced it while also ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on May 09, 2013
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  • Carrie MakingLemonade
    Carrie MakingLemonade 2 days ago
    Stunnning! So. Much. Light.
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Budget friendly Mudroom Makeover!

I recently gave my Mudroom a makeover by installing a chair rail with bead board below and giving the entire room a fresh coat of paint. I also updated the cabinet knobs and the sink ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Jun 25, 2012
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  • Judy B
    Judy B on Jun 26, 2012
    Absolutely gorgeous. Never thought I would be envious of someone else's laundry room but I am!
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DIY Dartboard Cabinet from a Kitchen Cupboard!

I recently transformed an old kitchen cupboard into a fun Dartboard Cabinet for our playroom. Chalkboard paint on the inside panels are perfect for keeping score and bead board wallpaper on the back gives it some extra charm. Now my 9 year old can beat me at darts in style! To see more of this project please visit our blog:

http://www.atthepicketfence.com/2012/05/diy-...

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Jul 04, 2012
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    Sherry C on May 20, 2013
    Vanessa this is so clever! I need one of these for my boys...and me!
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  • For budget reasons the counter stayed the same but a new faucet gave it a fresh look.
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French Country Bathroom Makeover

Our downstairs bathroom has come a long way! From dated and boring to updated with a touch of French Country charm. Damask wallpaper, a burlap vanity skirt, bead board, new faucet, ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 18, 2013
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  • V Valencia
    V Valencia on May 09, 2013
    Lovely....
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Pottery Barn Inspired Mercury Glass Cloche

I love Pottery Barn but their prices don't love me back! So when I saw their Mercury Glass Cloche collection I knew I could recreate it using items I already had on hand. A mercury glass ...»
2 Minutes Easy
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Feb 13, 2013
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    Anne on Feb 13, 2013
    Beautiful! LOVE this!
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  • Start this project by picking up an old cabinet door from a place like the ReStore or any thrift store.
  • Attach wine glass holders (found at Lowes) to the bottom of the door.
  • Attach hooks to each corner of the door and hooks in the ceiling accordingly.
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How to Make a Hanging Wine Rack from an Old Cabinet Door

Last year I turned a closet that goes underneath our staircase into a "wannabe" Butler's Pantry. I really wanted to have fun with the little awkward area where you can see the outline of ...»
45 Minutes 15 Easy
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Jan 18, 2013
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  • Cristin Frank
    Cristin Frank on Feb 01, 2013
    I LOVE everything about this. You've taken it to the next level.
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  • {Before and After} Lengthening the island added much needed space in front of the refrigerator and allowed for additional seating. 2
  • Beadboard panels were wrapped around the island for a farmhouse look.
  • Staircase newel posts were modified and used in place of more expensive table legs. 1
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Taking your kitchen island from dated to darling! My kitchen island transformation tutorial.

You can take your island from dated 1990's builder grade cabinetry to a more modern look with a dash of vintage charm, all on a frugal budget! ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Jul 05, 2012
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  • Ana Hartmann
    Ana Hartmann on Apr 28, 2013
    Very nice job!
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  • Pretty paper plates were perfect for young guests and teapots and fresh flowers make lovely decor.
  • Edible teacups filled with candy were a hit!
  • I cut out the number 4 from a piece of foam and covered it with pink roses.
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A Sweet and Simple Tea Party Birthday

When I found out that I was going to be the mother of a little girl one of the first things that popped in my head was "YES! Tea parties!" And her fourth birthday became the perfect ...»
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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on May 29, 2013
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