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Kristin

Blogger | San Marcos, CA http://myuncommonsliceofsuburbia.com/
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  • Painted the back of shelves with annie sloan chalk paint
  • Second I painted on a coat of oil based primer followed by two coats of 
Swiss coffee in latex semi gloss.
  • I then Buffed out drips and added a third coat in certain areas where needed.
  • Decorated with items I had around the house.
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Giving old bookshelves a new look with paint

Step by step tutorial on how to turn an old desk with bookshelves a fresh and clean update with paint.#BeforeandAfter
Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on May 07, 2013
    Thanks so much Brandi! Gil...I would use oil based primer and paint so the paint will adhere.
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  • I gave the tops of the painter tarps a pocket so I could easily slide the pipe through.I sewed a hem on the bottom of the painter tarps based on the height of the pergola.
  • I spray painted pipes purchased at home depot for a cheap alternative
  • This is how we secured them to the house.
  • We can block the direction of the sun from any direction.  On a side note, I might have added something on the bottom hem to weigh them down so they don't blow when it is windy.
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How to use painter tarps as outdoor drapes

This was one of the easiest projects and one that gets so much use!
Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Apr 23, 2013
    Hi Christine- I take them down during the winter so they dont mold. however they have gotten ...»
    wet because of spring showers and sprinklers and they did mold, I just throw them in the wash with bleach. I'm going on 5 years of having them and next year I will most likely put a new set up

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  • Have a plate of epsom salt and a plate of glue ready. (I used Elmer's)
  • Paint the glue on the egg.
  • Roll it in the salt and let them dry.
  • Doesn't get any easier!
  • Happy Easter!
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Epson Salt Easter Eggs

Create sparkly eggs using epson salt, super easy and fun!
Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Mar 27, 2013
    They are plastic eggs :) Try ...»

    http://myuncommonsliceofsuburbia.com/epsom-s...

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  • $36 island countertop 2
  • $25 travertine counters!
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Kitchen Counters on a DEEP budget

It's so difficult to find a good price on kitchen counters. When I remodeled my kitchen I just didn't have thousands of dollars to spend on my counters. So I had to get creative. How ...»
could I have an expensive look on a penny budget? I made my island counter for just $36 and the rest of the counters for only $25!

Lisa Pennington
Lisa Pennington Kerrville, TX
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Mar 25, 2013
    so pretty!
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  • When you hit the crystal knob the black thing in the back pushes on the garage door opener!
  • Find a old frame
  • Built the back of the frame out with scrap wood
  • Add a hindge
  • Spraypaint
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How to hide a protruding object

Step by step directions using a old frame and hardware to conceal a protruding object on the wall. (We converted part of our garage into a office/mudroom so we decided to hide the garage door opener since we don't use it)

Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Mar 12, 2013
    Great point Jeanne, this is for our garage door opener which we don't use though.
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  • I took a chopstick (a pencil would work fine) and poked holes.
  • I Inserted the greens into each hole.  I had a hard time keeping a few of them in place so I put a dab of hot glue on the end before inserting.
  • Keep going until you get to the top and have them stick straight up for height.
  • I placed them on top of two pots and voila, simple, spring tablescape.
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DIY Topiaries

Step by step tutorial on how to make a topiary out of faux greens and a cone, simple and pretty!
Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Feb 21, 2013
    It's a good project to start now when it's cold outside :)
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  • Mason Jars on a ladder
  • Patio Ladder chandelier
  • Ribbon, sand and tealights on a mason jar. Perfect.
  • "C" clamps hold the chains to my patio I-beam.
  • Hooks hold the mason jars. 1
  • The Pottery Barn Inspiration photo that started it all....
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How to create a Mason Jar Patio Chandelier

I always lusted after the hanging ladders in Pottery Barn displays. Since I don't like to spend Pottery Barn prices on things I can make myself, I decided to wait it out and find a ladder ...»
that I could work with for my patio. When I found an old ladder at an antiques vendor booth, I knew it had to be mine. I brought it home finagled my husband into hanging it for me using lengths of chain and "C" clamps attached to our patio roof. Then I used simple hooks screwed into the wood of the ladder to hang the mason jars. I added some sand and tealights, and a Moravian star as a centerpiece.

Altogether between the ladder, the mason jars and the star lantern I think I might have formed a trifecta of perfection. :)

When I'm not entertaining I take the mason jars down from the ladder and sit them on the table in case a strong wind blows through. Don't want glass on my patio!

The ladder "chandelier" is one of my most favorite projects ever, especially since it is what drew me into the Hometalk community over a year ago. I happened upon a post here while randomly searching the internet. I shared my idea with you guys in someone else's thread and it received such great feedback that I stayed and never left! :) The awesome Miriam I might have had a lot to do with that! So, thanks! #Bestof2012

Beth B
Beth B Birmingham, AL
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Jan 28, 2013
    I am going to have to try the tin can hair rollers, thanks for the idea Maggie ;)
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  • The loft received a huge makeover.
  • DIY Bathtub shelf 1
  • Bathroom update with painted cabinets and walls, Framed out the mirror and updated the backsplash.
  • Back patio was given a overhaul.
  • master bedroom was updated with wood floors.
  • How to take a napkin and turn it into a pillow.
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The Best of 2012

It is so fun to look back on the year to see what has been accomplished around here. In between the smaller projects and crafts, there has been a few bigger projects that have been so fun to cross off our to do list.

Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Jan 18, 2013
    Thank you Rachel :)
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  • Build a box using pine plywood in a smooth finish.
Anchor the box to the top of your existing cabinets.
  • Apply new crown and nail to the top of your boxes.
  • Nail small wood trim to hide the seams between the old cabinet and the new addition.
  • Caulk away, hiding all imperfections. Paint
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How to heighten the tops of your kitchen cabinets

Step by step tutorial on how to make your builder grade cabinets look custom by heightening the tops of your cabinets.
Kristin
Kristin San Marcos, CA
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Dec 28, 2012
    You are awesome Becky!
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  • This was of course lat years version ;) Not sure what I'll be whipping up for 2013?

http://www.foxhollowcottage.com/2011/12/happy-new-yearmantle-banner.html
  • You could easily adjust the color story to fit your decor by changing out the ribbon color :)

http://www.foxhollowcottage.com/2011/12/happy-new-yearmantle-banner.html

New Year's Eve Banner/Bunting

I made a simple, New Year's banner with old sheet music, some cheap ribbon and my printer. It was really easy and pretty much just required glue and scissors to put together :) Want to ...»
try? It took less then 30 minutes and was really inexpensive too.

#Newyearseve #banner #diy #bestof2012

30 Minutes 5.00 Easy
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage
Shannon at Fox Hollow Cot... North Bend, OR
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  • Kristin
    Commented on Dec 28, 2012
    I love this shannon! Happy New Year.
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