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Gretchen Schawe

La Vista, NE
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  • I used PVC fence around two sides.  My chain link fence is around the balance. 4
  • I had some Strawberry plants up front that lived throught the Winter.  I've generally got the garden planted with my starter plants. 2
  • The Pole Beans have started coming up in back,  I used seeds.  Strawberry plants and Banana Pepper plants up front.
  • The Pole Beans are on the right side and did very well.  I believe the left side is Squash.
  • I believe the right side is Zucchini.  Green Peppers along the back.
  • I planted Tomatoes on the left side last year.  They did not do very well.  I believe it was due to much sun and heat.
  • These are Tomatoes and Green Peppers.
  • I plant a variety of Tomatoes including Plum.
  • The Tomatoes when planted near the house seem to do a lot better a lot less heat and more shade.
  • This is my garden location. 2
  • Some examples of vegetables from my garden.
  • Vegetables cooked in the oven are a great way to use vegetables when we have a lot on hand.
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My Vegetable Garden

Each year I enjoy working in my vegetable garden. It is just large enough to give me the variety that we like. I've tried to design it in a manner that enables me to not only rework it ...»
each year, but to maintain it throughout the growing season. The photos are from two different years. I prepare the ground by cultivating it with a tiller. I then add miracle grow dirt and mix it in, and I use Miracle Grow Liquid Fertilizer. I do this each year. The landscape logs are two high so I can keep adding dirt. I'm also working with Georgia clay. The mulch allows me easy access to the plants and helps keep the weeds under control. I have the water connected to my sprinkler system. I also use a portable sprinkler at times.

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Jim McGovern Statham, GA
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  • took mirror off then checked out pinterest for ideas then realized it didnt have to come off :( 2
  • soooo removed the one 4 light fixture and put in 2 two bulbed light fixtures The advantage to removing the mirror was we could cut the drywall behind the mirror to make new holes for the new lights
  • Room primed and painted and the mirror was reattached
  • also painted our cabinets in a trim and door paint
  • middle cabinet in place new light fixtures connected and now onto the framing of the mirrors
  • bottom of cabinet dressed then realized I needed more height to cover the original light "hole" grrr 3
  • NOTE: the cabinet was not from the counter top up it was actually started at the "back splash" just because the "back splash" is beveled and it just made it easier to start with something flat and dress and trim the bottom
  • we also spray painted the knobs a brushed nickel 1
  • and spray painted the hugger lights with the brushed nickel
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  • the supports for the floating shelves
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  • finished floating shelf project
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Large Bathroom Mirror redo to double framed mirrors and cabinet

Everyone hates the 6+ foot mirror that all main bathrooms seem to come with. Soooo we took an idea from a fellow pinterester and made it our own (so to speak). This is NOT a one day ...»
project but the results are worth the time :)

You will need

1"x4" MDF (32 ft)

1/2 birch plywd

Trim (40 ft)

Baseboard (3 ft)

All building supplies for the mirror/cabinet project approx. 40.00

Lights - 38.00 each on sale

New faux wood blind - 39.00

Paint - 5.00 (bought a mis tint from Rona)

1 can of brushed Nickel spray paint 10.00

we also did floating shelves in the water closet (another idea I got from a fellow Pinterester)

We only needed 2 shelves for this bathroom

but made 6 shelves

24X 8 inches with supports

1 sheet of 1/4 plywood, sanded on one side

10 1×2 pine boards

floating shelves supplies 20.00

when all was said and done the total reno for this bathroom was 190.00

Have fun with it and make it your own

Danielle Fraser
Danielle Fraser Canada
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  • Finished egg wreath with adorable burlap bow!
  • these are the supplies you will nedd to create your own.
  • Wrapping the moss is a little tricky, so take your time!
  • Little details like speckling your eggs make a huge impact on the finished product!
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How to make a Faux Robin's Egg Blue Wreath #Itching4Spring

Don't you just love spring? Well we sure do and this little Robin's Egg Wreath is just perfect for both Easter and Spring. What a welcoming way to invite your guests into your home! We ...»
would love to show you how to create your own... {click on the link for the full tutorial} #Itching4Spring

Bonnie & Trish {Uncommon Designs}
Bonnie & Trish {Uncommon ... Lexington, SC
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Mouthwash dispenser

I'm sure this has been done before, but I wanted to share anyway.

I was tired of looking at the ugly, clunky Listerine bottle on my sink top. ...»

I picked up this soap/lotion dispenser (plastic) for around $3 at Walmart. It looks nice and takes up less space. Even my husband who rarely notices things in the house, said it works nicely and controls the amount of mouthwash you want in your cup better.

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Diane S Wantagh, NY
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Living Room and Dining Room Tour

Although I've had these rooms done for a little while now, I've finally took full-room pictures as well as answered many questions like paint color, furniture sources, etc. Enjoy...
Sophia's - Live Beautifully
Sophia's - Live Beautiful... Clayton, NC
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DIY Subway Art - No Die Cutter Required!

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Interlocking Concrete Paver Systems

Interlocking concrete paver systems are great for patios, walkways and driveway applications.
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DeFranco Landcaping, Inc. Hague, NY
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A New Use for Antique Drawers

When I came across a dresser that was falling apart, I decide to save the drawers and turn them into something useful! Who knew old drawers could be beautiful all on their own? ...»

#ProudestDIY

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Claire @ The Rustic Pig Spring Branch, TX
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  • Attach Clip-On Level
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  • Realign stencil, check the level, and continue painting
  • Fill in non-reachable edges with a stencil brush
  • Use a top-part stencil for the edges
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How-To Stencil a Feature Wall Video Tutorial

Stenciling a feature wall is easier than you think, especially when you have friends like us! Cutting Edge Stencils has provided you with an awesome video and blog post on how to stencil ...»
a Casablanca feature wall!

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Cutting Edge Stencils Ramsey, NJ
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  • Before cleaning and after. WOW!

Cleaning Your HE Washer with Household Products

I did an experiment and it worked! No more expensive tablets to clean our HE washing machine! Visit our blog to see what I'm using now...it only cost pennies using the household products!
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Clover House, DeeDee Decatur, TX
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