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How to Nest for Less

Blogger | Lake Saint Louis, MO http://www.howtonestforless.com
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Spring Cleaning Free Printable

This year I decided to put my plan on paper and make a cute little printable that I could hang on the fridge. Plus I can check things off my list as I go (or assign jobs to the hubby and ...»
kiddo!).

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#springcleaning

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO on Apr 01, 2013
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    At The Picket Fence on Apr 03, 2013
    Erin this is so awesome! ~Vanessa
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  • Finished accent table using Wood Icing faux finish and Annie Sloan Chalk Paint
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  • Applying the faux finish paste
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Painted Kitchen Accent Table with Wood Icing

Add texture and character to any old piece of furniture with Wood Icing, a textura paste faux finish. ...»

To create the effect, cover your furniture with the Wood Icing textura paste and an off set knife. Use a spray bottle filled with water to wet down your texture (in my case cheap shelf liner paper). Press the shelf liner into the Wood Icing, smooth over with a plastic spreader, peel back the shelf liner and see the textured finish!

Once the Wood Icing faux finish had dried, I painted the accent table with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.

See the full tutorial on my blog:

http://howtonestforless.com/2012/07/20/kitch...

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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    Commented on Mar 22, 2013
    You have to purchase it. Visit my site for the link: ...»

    http://howtonestforless.com/2012/07/20/kitch...

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Spring Flowered Wreath

One of my favorite things about Spring is adding some new colorful bling to my front door. Using some pastel flowers, a grapevine wreath and a large bow, I created a new Spring Wreath for ...»
my home.

For the full tutorial: http://howtonestforless.com/2012/03/20/sprin...

#SpringFever

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO on Mar 11, 2013
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From Traditional to Modern: Master Bedroom Furniture Makeover

Why spend the money on new bedroom furniture when you can simply transform your current set with a fresh coat of paint and new hardware! ...»

I removed the old hardware and completely sanded the nightstand, dresser and mirror. For the paint I chose Valspar flat black. I used a small foam roller to paint the large surfaces and a brush for the detailed areas. Be careful with the paint job until it fully cures so you won't get any knicks or scratches (about 7 days).

Entire makeover cost around $50 for paint and supplies, then another $50 for the hardware.

Makeover was completed about a year and a half ago and still looks great!

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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    Commented on Jan 31, 2013
    You can fill in the holes with wood putty and sand down. Then drill new holes. I've done this ...»
    technique with plenty of furniture makeovers! You can't tell at all where the previous holes were.

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  • DIY craft room desk using cabinets for plenty of storage and organization
  • Mason jars are the perfect organizational tool to hold pencils, pens, paint brushes, scissors and more.
  • Use plastic silverware holders to hold and organize smaller items.
  • Two large peg boards with hooks make items within an arm's reach
  • A special place for my Silhouette Cameo, vinyl, cords and more.
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Organized Craft Room

if you're lucky enough to have space to craft in your home, then you know that it can get unorganized fast. ...»

My hubby and I built the 10ft long desk ourselves using stock white cabinets from Lowe's. We now have plenty of storage for my craft stash in the cabinets and the drawers, plus there's still two places to sit. The 10ft long desk top also provides a great tabletop workspace, even for the larger projects.

I also wanted everything to be within an arms's reach. Two 2x3ft framed peg boards sit above the desk, both packed with tools and accessories.

On the desktop I have mason jars filled with goodies... paintbrushes, decorative scissors, writing utensils and hand tools.

I even added some silverware organizers in the drawers to help arrange my smaller items (like buttons, washi tape and resin flowers).

My Silhouette Cameo now has a special place right on the desktop, and my vinyl and tools are tucked away neatly the a drawer.

#OrganizedHome

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO on Jan 09, 2013
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    diy Design Fanatic on Jan 14, 2013
    So awesome! So jealous!!!
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Painted Surname Table {using vinyl lettering}

I found an old little table at a flea market and wanted to give it a bit of a makeover for our family room using our family Surname. ...»

To begin I painted the top of the table a creamy yellow color. Once it dried, I place the vinyl lettering that I designed and had printed on top of the table. I painted the entire table in black, including directly over the vinyl lettering.

Once the black paint dried, I carefully peeled up the vinyl lettering. Now you can see the light creamy yellow color and it reveals "The Hankins Family, est. 2005"

For a full tutorial, visit my website!

http://howtonestforless.com/2011/08/11/flea...

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO on Jan 07, 2013
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    Gabriel D on Jan 08, 2013
    A piece of history for your family and elegant as well. Well done.
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  • Painted kitchen cabinets using Sherwin Williams Pure White
  • Added a stone backsplash and kept the old countertops and black appliances
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Kitchen Cabinet Makeover (on a budget)

Kitchen makeover on a budget! Painted kitchen cabinets (with step by step instructions), new lighting, stone backsplash, cabinet crown molding and some new accessories to give the entire ...»
kitchen a fresh makeover. #proudestDIY

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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  • How to Nest for Less
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    Thank you!
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Master Bedroom Makeover

Master bedroom makeover complete with white washed paneled accent wall, new bedding, dry erase poster boards, desk with upholstered chair, new graphic curtain panels and sunburst mirror.
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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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    Thanks everyone! I enlarged the photos in Photoshop and sent them to a local printer, then I ...»
    purchased frames from Michael's for hanging.

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Flower Kissing Balls

Quick, easy and affordable home decor craft for any beginning DIYer. Purchase styrofoam balls and plastic flowers from the dollar store. Trim down the stems and stick into the foam balls. ...»
The finished results look great on top of large candlesticks or on your fireplace mantel.

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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  • How to Nest for Less
    Commented on Jan 07, 2013
    Good luck Joyce P !
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  • Learn how to properly mark all doors and hardware so re-installation is a breeze!
  • Great instructions for how to properly paint with no drips or chipping.
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How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets

Step by step instructions for how to paint your kitchen cabinets. Save money and Do It Yourself! ...»

I renovated my kitchen on a strict budget, and it only cost me $93 to completely transform my kitchen from bland builder-grade oak to bright white.

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How to Nest for Less Lake Saint Louis, MO
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  • How to Nest for Less
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    Trina @afewmineradjustments ...»
    everything was real wood.

    Annette White : if you properly prime the cabinets and sand, you will not have to use a deglosser.

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