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CHERYL ELLIS

London, OH
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  • A balanced mix of Perennials and Annuals combine to make a unique "show stopper" design. 7
  • This Raised Tire Planter adds a quirky conversation piece to any garden for under $20 3
  • Step 1:  Trim vintage table legs to a suitable height which will match the size of your tire
  • Step 2:  Cut a plywood circle for a base and fasten table legs with screws.
  • Step 3:  Securely fasten junk tire to base with long screws.
  • Step 4:  Add soil.  Choose a container mix suitable for Bedding Plants.  Ensure that you fill the tire completely.
  • Step 5:  Plant complimentary Perennials and Annuals for maximum texture and colour.
  • Step 6:  Fill in with soil between the newly transplanted pots and water  in generously. 2
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Up cycled Tire Planter

Want a great conversation piece in your garden that will appeal to male and female alike? Try up cycling an old tire into an unexpected piece of art that is perfect in your back yard ...»
garden retreat. This eco-friendly conversation starter will add colour and charm to any outdoor space!

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Tamara Jansen
Tamara Jansen Canada
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    Like this! What is the little pink plant in the foreground? I like that, too! ...»

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Glass Flower Garden Art

These are super easy to make. Just find a few new or old plates and stack with glue. I used plain glass paints and then painted them with glass paint. They make a great statement in your landscape.

Beckie @ Infarrantly Creative
Beckie @ Infarrantly Crea... Greenwood, IN
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    Commented on Apr 16, 2013
    could you use disposable plastic?
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  • Before - the top section of an old vanity, found near a dumpster. 1
  • After - a flat welcome table for my front porch.
  • further away for some perspective
  • and once more for good luck
  • I made the other part into a chalkboard for my kitchen, you can read that post here http://www.domesticimperfection.com/2012/09/another-chalkboard-for-the-kitchen/#
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Upcycled Flat Porch Entry Table

I'll admit that I have no idea what to call this thing, the before OR the after. But I took a old vanity mirror support thingy (found in the trash) and turned it into a flat entryway ...»
table. I know, that makes no sense...see pics for clarification or read more at http://www.domesticimperfection.com/2012/09/...# #recycle

Ashley @ Domestic Imperfection
Ashley @ Domestic Imperfe... San Antonio, TX
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    Commented on Apr 08, 2013
    One of the most clever ideas I have seen in quite a while--love it!! ...»

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  • BEFORE - these labels were not coming off easily 1
  • I mixed up some homemade Goo Gone with vegetable oil and baking soda
  • AFTER - I was able to get my recycled bottles nice and clean! 1
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How To Make Homemade Goo Gone

Recycled glass jars and bottles can be put to lots of good use around the house for storage or decorating. The most challenging part of recycling glass jars, however, can be getting the ...»
label completely off with no traces of the sticky gunk left behind. In the past I've used a product called Goo Gone for this job and it's always worked well. But guess what? You can make your own Goo Gone by simply combining vegetable oil and baking soda. I tested it out on a couple little glass jars and it really does work! You can click on the link below to read the complete instructions.

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The Make Your Own Zone
The Make Your Own Zone Wyoming, MI
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    Commented on Mar 21, 2013
    WD40 works great, too! ...»

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  • I added simple trim molding on the ceiling to not only mask where the old lighting fixture had been, but also to add architectural detail to ceiling and define the space above the island. 3
  • A pencil tile backsplash modernizes the space and draws your eyes away from the arched cabinetry. 1
  • The island (which is stained and not painted) is now distinguished from the rest of the cabinetry and stands out against the honey oak flooring. 2
  • By removing the doors on the cabinet, backing it with beadboard wallpaper and trimming out the corners with shelf brackets, there is now more open display space and the cabinetry feels a little more custom 1
  • New paint, cabinet hardware, appliances, fixtures, lighting and a backsplash completely transform this kitchen without any major renovations to the space. 2
  • By removing the doors on the cabinet, backing it with beadboard wallpaper and trimming out the corners with shelf brackets, there is now more open display space and the cabinetry feels a little more custom 4
  • New paint, cabinet hardware, appliances, fixtures, lighting and a backsplash completely transform this kitchen without any major renovations to the space. 3
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Modernizing an 80's Oak Kitchen

For more information about this project (including more photos and detailed tutorials) please visit: http://www.thekimsixfix.com/2012/08/kitchen-...# ...»

Previously, this kitchen (originally installed in 1988) was too monochromatic. The color of the cabinets and the floors was too similar and the small island was lost in sea of golden oak. The awful drop ceiling fluorescent light was extremely dated and the lack of cabinet hardware only emphasized the arched paneled doors which didn't feel very modern..

I stained the center island dark brown, and painted the cabinets a warm cream color (Manchester Tan by Benjamin Moore) I added hardware to the cabinets and removed the old fluorescent lights which I replaced with 2 pendants and some LED cans. I tiled the backsplash with pencil tile to accentuate the generic granite countertops. I also updated the kitchen faucet and removed a few cabinet doors to break up the monotony of the cabinet doors.

The entire transformation (including the new Bosch appliance suite) came in under $3500. I did all the work myself, including the electrical, plumbing and tiling. The transformation took a little less than 3 weeks.

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TheKimSixFix
TheKimSixFix San Francisco, CA
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  • Mix half liquid dish detergent with half vinegar in dishwashing wand. 2
  • Scrub, rinse, done! Easy to maintain. 1

Shower and Tub Cleaner

This is a quick and easy way to keep your shower clean in just two minutes a day.Just get a dish washing wand and fill the dispenser half with vinegar and half with liquid dish soap. Keep ...»
it in the shower. That way everything is ready to go. When you get in, wet the sponge, and scrub away. Next, well, take a shower. That's it. I do a little section of the shower each day and work my way around the whole area about twice a week.

If the mixture gets thick, just add a little water. Also, I would caution that it is important to rinse well, and keep out of eyes as you would any cleanser.

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Made From Pinterest
Made From Pinterest El Dorado Hills, CA
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    Commented on Feb 14, 2013
    try Rainex once a month!!
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Keys to My Heart

I have two keys for my grandfather clock that I recently acquired. I needed a place to keep them, so I made them into wall art for my gallery hallway. Click the link to see more pictures.
Nicki Parrish
Nicki Parrish Bridgeport, WV
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    Commented on Jan 28, 2013
    A feather in your thinking cap for this one! Great idea!!
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  • WHAT THE VARIOUS SYMBOLS MEAN
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Learning to use the Paint Program for drawing and design

I was ask to give a brief tutorial on the symbols and their uses of the paint program. So here are the basics and I will be glad to answer any further questions anyone may have.
Therese C
Therese C Greenfield, IA
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  • my kettle fountain my  hubby made 8

My hubby spent an hour at Lowes figuring out how to make this..I love it

Using a 1/2" threaded pipe at each end, slightly bent at the top, drill a hole in the bottom of the kettle and insert 3/8" soft rubber tubing down thru the pipe and close off the bottom of the kettle with a galvanized floor flange . Use a pond pump that will lift water 7-8 ft, follow those directions for it but to place it to the barrell,( which is a large plastic type, we were afraid a whiskey barrell would leak,) drill a hole in the outside lower edge and insert pump tubing, use ...»
silicone to seal it, the center is a flower stand and the tray is a old cooking tray.Fill barrel with water, plug it in and woa la.

Namaws
Namaws Edmond, OK
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