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Jessica @ Dear Emmeline

Blogger | Frederick, MD http://www.dearemmeline.blogspot.com
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I am a SAHM of 2 little ones who spends my free time blogging, redoing furniture, crafting, and working on making our home a beautiful and peaceful place to live, entertain, and play! You can follow my busy life at my blog Dear Emmeline.

Favorite area of home improvement:

affordable home decor and DIY projects


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  • Sandpapering the insole. The top layer of the suede comes off but that's okay. It's hard to believe.
  • Yucky!
  • Not perfect.  Not new. But not embarrassing anymore.
  • Pretty darn clean.
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How to Clean Suede

I brought out my summer sandals and found that the suede insoles were very soiled looking. See below. ...»

I remembered my mother saying that you could clean suede with sandpaper. I thought, 'Wow, that's weird' and it stuck in my head. So I tried it!

Guess what? It WORKS!!

Has anyone ever tried this?

I think it will work on any brushed leather (suede)... but be careful when trying this... try an inconspicuous place first. In my case, it didn't matter because I was ready to throw these sandals out. So whether I ruined them, it didn't matter. But it worked!!! YAY!

Thanks for viewing. Linda

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Linda B Trumbull, CT
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  • The turquoise color adds some color to the room and is a great accent piece.
  • Clover table before any paint.
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Turquoise Clover Side Table

Fun and bright colors are great on small pieces of furniture to add a pop of color without overwhelming a space. A little paint can go a long way when it comes to updating a piece of ...»
furniture. A light turquoise brought this table out of its dull state and transformed it into a vintage modern piece.

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The Weathered Door Duvall, WA
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  • Add twine and clip on a pack of seeds with a tiny clothespin.  The seed packs could then be party favors!
  • Print your Instagram pictures and secure them to the vase with baker's twine.  Fun for a bridal shower!
  • Slip 12" pickets inside a rubber band and add a wired ribbon.
  • Cut an initial out of sheet moss and attach to burlap ribbon.
  • 4 ways to decorate plain vases for parties!
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4 Ways to Decorate a Plain Vase for a Garden Party

I love to host parties! But, I typically have very little time to throw them together. These are 4 quick and inexpensive ways to dress up a plain glass vase for a centerpiece. These ideas ...»
would be perfect for showers or birthday parties as well!

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DaisyMaeBelle - Melissa Murfreesboro, TN
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  • Lovely and worn look. Easy way to transform and used a can of spray paint.
  • So similar to the Duck Egg that I have used on several projects but a FRACTION of the cost!
  • An economical way to get the transformation you have been waiting to do! http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com/2013/05/annie-sloan-colors-in-a-spray-paint/
  • That easy! http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com/2013/05/annie-sloan-colors-in-a-spray-paint/ 1
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$4.00 Spray Paint in a POPULAR Chalk Paint Color!

Love the Annie Sloan chalk paints and fabulous colors but cannot afford a can of paint for every project? I feel your pain and found a great solution in a $4.00 can of spray paint.
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YouAreTalkingTooMuch.com Conway, SC
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    I just painted something in this color...so pretty! The color radiance spray paint is the best ...»
    I've ever used to. Sprays out with very little overspray and covers amazingly!

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  • DIY dresser drawer dog bed: add some feet and paint!  - parasol up for a bit of shade. 1
  • DIY dog bed - parasol down for sun or overcast days. Pantone's 2013 Color of the Year: Emerald.
  • DIY {dresser drawer} dog bed - no parasol for indoor use.
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Spoiling the Dog! DIY Dog Bed {repurposed Dresser Drawer}

An old dresser drawer makes for a great dog bed. Just ask Rosie. Add a parasol for a bit of shade (and fun).
DIY Show Off
DIY Show Off Pittsburgh, PA
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    so adorable! love the colors too!
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  • They look brand new!
  • I used these products to get the finish I was looking for.
  • This finish should hold for a while.
  • Now we can enjoy these chairs on our new deck.
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How to Paint Vintage Metal Chairs

I have had these chairs for years. They were old when I got them! I have painted them several times, but the paint just chips right off. This time, I took all of the right steps to make that paint hold on tight!

DaisyMaeBelle - Melissa
DaisyMaeBelle - Melissa Murfreesboro, TN
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Plumbing Material Succulent Garden

Sometimes when roaming through the hardware store aisles, I get strange looks. Because I end up buying a whole group of galvanized plumbing caps - as planters for a succulent garden.
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Finding Home Middletown, NY
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    great idea Laura!
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Katie Murphy Alpharetta, GA
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Friday Favorite DIY Projects Roundup!

Today I posted my favorite furniture and DIY projects that I came across this week. You can check out my blog to see the full post :)
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Katie Murphy Alpharetta, GA
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