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Karla R

Amarillo, TX
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Why Deck Posts Should Not Be Set in Concrete

The photo on the left shows a post set in a bracket that has been mounted to the top of a footer. The photo on the right shows a post that has concrete poured around it, which can lead to a crack like you see here. When concrete is poured around a deck post in this way, the post will rot due to moisture buildup by the soil. Concrete tends to absorb moisture and wood expands when it gets wet, so these two factors combined will result in the wood breaking the concrete. By setting the ...»
post on top of footing, you're creating a solid foundation for the deck to stand on.

John Temmel Siding Guy
John Temmel Siding Guy Atlanta, GA
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  • My Cardinals love this cute DIY Terra Cotta Bird Feeder! 1
  • Gather these easy to find supplies: Terra Cotta Pot, Saucers, Picture Hanging Wire, 5" Eye Bolt,2 Nuts, Fishing Swivel, Branch  & a water bottle! Soak your terra cotta in water over night to make drilling the holes easier... 1
  • You have to drill several holes in the pots/saucers and to do this you'll need a drill with a masonry bit. After soaking your terra cotta and marking your holes, slowly drill over markings applying steady pressure as you drill. 3
  • The water bottle will be your seed reservoir- Cut the top off your water bottle so it fits inside the pot. Mark holes to line up with the drilled holes in the terra cotta...using an exacto knife, cut out holes in water bottle-
  • Now simply connect all the pieces with your eye bolt and heavy gage wire! The eye bolt goes through the water bottle, clay pot, saucer and tree branch-secure it with a nut on top and on bottom... 1
  • Easy and oh so cute spring project!
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DIY Bird Feeder From A Flower Pot!

How about a fun spring project that's a gift to your little feathered friends!?

This Oh-So-Cute Bird Feeder made from a Terra Cotta Flower Pot and Saucers is a perfect addition to the patio...

All Things Heart and Home
All Things Heart and Home Marietta, GA
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  • It's a little bolder than I usually go in my home, but I love it! So glad I took this challenge!
  • The finished product! 1
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  • The mirror as it arrived from Wayfair.com.
  • The fabric, cut into strips and flipped over onto the "wrong" side.
  • Work in progress.
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A Fabric and Mod Podge covered Mirror

I took this simple white mirror from Wayfair.com and transformed it into something spectacular using just fabric and some Mod Podge. The trick was that I turned the fabric around and used ...»
the "wrong" side! #DIYChallenge

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CreekLineHouse . Algonac, MI
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Have a lampshade that needs a little pizzazz? You will love this...

I needed a new lamp for my daughter's bedside table, so I took this fabulous shade from Wayfair and embellished the outside with pom poms and the lined the interior with scrapbook paper. Super easy and makes a dramatic impact!

Bonnie & Trish {Uncommon Designs}
Bonnie & Trish {Uncommon ... Lexington, SC
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Arbor swing my father made for me. What a great birthday gift this was. Thanks Dad!!

Deb
Deb Harleysville, PA
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  • First, we used two cabinets to create an area for pullout trash & recycling bins.  Basically, we moved the pullout shelf to the bottom.
  • Next, my husband cut strips of plywood & nailed them in vertically at the front of the shelf.  He added two more towards the back of the shelf, but not all the way at the back so the bin would fit snugly.
  • Next, he added strips of plywood to connect each of the vertical pieces at the top.
  • Finally, we added the trashcans.  The framing around the recycling can is shorter to avoid hitting an electrical junction box.
  • I moved my cutting boards, knives, & kitchen scissors to the drawer above the trash.  Now I have an easy prep area.
  • Every morning I pack my kids' lunches.  I used to have to open at least 3 different cabinets for lunchboxes, cups, & plastic containers.  I streamlined the process by creating a "To Go" cabinet. 1
  • The top pullout shelf holds cups, divided containers, napkins, & notes.  Below, a basket easily pulls out to grab lunch bags.
  • The next cabinet holds smaller plastic containers my husband uses to pack leftovers for work.  The bottom shelf holds all of our water bottles & to-go cups.
  • My husband built a cleaning caddy for the door under the sink.  It holds our most-used kitchen cleaners.  Above it, small adhesive hooks hold a plastic container for sponges & scrubbers keeping them in easy reach.
  • We moved the can opener to the Lazy Susan with all of our canned goods.
  • We moved the kids' cups & dishes to deep drawers.  They can easily reach them now & I no longer have to lug stools back to the island when it's time to eat!
  • We DIYed a custom drawer for our utensils.  This holds so much more than the shallow store bought organizer.
  • I wanted the unit to be removable, so, after figuring out the measurements, my husband took them & nailed these small spacers onto one side of the drawer.  Eventually, the slats would slide into them.
  • Because we have storage going both vertically & horizontally in this drawer, he cut a piece of wood (we used lattice molding) the depth of the drawer & hot glued on more spacers (parallel to the ones attached to the drawer).
  • To make it stable, he routed some space in between the middle section of this piece.
  • Then he cut a piece of trim the width of the drawer & routed a section of the top to fit into the routed space from above.  This would give the dividers some stability.
  • Here they are in the drawer.  This gave us the two vertical storage bins & divided the silverware storage in half.
  • Next, Mark cut some trim pieces to sit between the spacers.
  • Here it is after all the pieces are put in.
  • We used the same process to create custom storage for our cooking tools.
  • We lowered another pullout shelf to create easy access to cookie sheets & muffin tins.
  • After lowering the shelf, Mark cut a piece of wood the width of the shelf & nailed it in.  (He actually routed a handle on the front piece.)
  • Next, He added two slats for the sides & nailed them in.
  • Here is the tin & tray storage with the rest of our bake ware.
  • I used a small basket inside a cabinet to hold cooking magazines.
  • I created a separate baking cabinet.  Cookie cutters are contained on the top shelf since they are rarely used.  Cake decorating supplies are held in a plastic shoe box.  Measuring cups & spoons are also kept in this cabinet.
  • The cooking cabinet houses spices, on a tiered rack.  Spice packets fill a small container.
  • Painting chalkboard paint on the inside of this cabinet allows me to post my weekly meal plan.  (I use a chalk pen.)  I also keep my recipe cards on a hook above.)
  • I use the chalkboard on the other door to list items I need from the grocery.  I also hung another set of plastic measuring cups & spoons on this door to streamline the cooking process!
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Kitchen Organization

Despite having a generous sized kitchen, it wasn't working for our family. With a complete organizational overhaul & some DIY we were able to make the space function so much better! You ...»
can see the full reveal on my blog at http://www.designedtodwell.blogspot.com/sear.... (Some projects have yet to post, so you may have to keep checking back through 4/22/13.)

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Wendy W Milford, OH
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  • DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light Using Lamp Shade from Wayfair.com
  • DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light Using Lamp Shade from Wayfair.com
  • DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light Using Lamp Shade from Wayfair.com
  • DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light Using Lamp Shade from Wayfair.com
  • DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light Using Lamp Shade from Wayfair.com
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DIY Drum Shade Pendant Light

I am working on a 'big girl' room for my little girl and I needed a cool new like fixture to fit the classy Parisan theme. I created this unique pendant light using a lamp shade from ...»
Wayfair.com, a little ribbon, hot glue, crystal beads and a pendant light kit. It was so easy and is going to make such an impact in the room! #DIYChallenge

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Taryn @ Design, Dining + ... Seattle, WA
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  • Before shot of our kitchen. It is on the small side and was very dark. 1
  • We tore out our existing backsplash and created a custom hood above the cooktop. I opted to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint to help me achieve the french country feel I was looking for. Working on finishing up the rest of the cabinet doors 4
  • Old Ochre paint and new knobs. 3
  • I use a moist sanding block to sand with. It keeps the dust at bay and makes a buttery smooth finish.
  • Dark wax applied to help age the cabinets.
  • It is a long process to achieve this look but to us well worth it. 1
  • I stil am working on finishing up the remainder of the cabinets but am just thrilled with how far our kitchen has come from where we first started. 1
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Creating a French Country Kitchen Cabinet Finish Using Chalk Paint

We are in the midst of a mini kitchen DIY reno. Hubby finally caved and agreed to let me paint our wood cabinets and I created a french country rustic feel for them using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint.

From My Front Porch To Yours
From My Front Porch To Yo... Humble, TX
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How to Keep Cats Out of the Plant Beds

Trying to find a successful way to keep cats from using your plant beds and gardens as a litter box can be quite frustrating. I've been in the same boat, but I didn't want to use anything that would harm the cats. I found a solution that has been successful!
Better Outdoor Living at Home
Better Outdoor Living at ... Columbus, OH
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I made flowers out of various dishes and china. Plus metal pipe and I have really cute flowers!

Using window caulk instead of glue, just caulk pieces together. Add a flattened silver spoon to the back so the handle can go down in the hollow pipe to make them into flowers for you garden art!

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Terry M Quincy, IL
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