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Sondra

Janesville, WI
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  • Stone leftover from another project and three galvanized trash can lids become a bird bath grouping! Another of my "use what you have" ventures! More pictures and directions at http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com 3
  • Start by building a base. Add one level at a time while keeping it fairly level. This takes a few tries to keep it level and sturdy. 1
  • When the stacked stone is the height desired, add the galvanized lid. One down and two more to go!
  • The lids I had were different sizes so I made the bases larger or smaller to fit the lid. Also vary the heights to add interest.
  • Here's the tallest one filled and ready for customers!
  • Save out some stone to put in the top of each lid as a landing place for birds, to keep the lid in place if a larger bird or squirrel comes calling and for looks!
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Stacked Stone Bird Baths

Stone leftover from another project and three galvanized trash can lids become a bird bath grouping! Another of my "use what you have" ventures. More pictures and directions on http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com

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Barb Rosen Wilmington, DE
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    Commented on Aug 20, 2012
    Very nice. I also did this with an old silo topper. Fortunately, no one was around when it ...»
    decided to fall to earth. Was thinking of doing this with plastic trash lids. thanks.

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I Turned a Tire into an Ottoman!

I can't stop smiling! Everytime I walk pass my sunroom I want to pat myself on the back. I've been wanting a round ottoman forever. So I got a tire and made one! Take a look at all the ...»
before and after pics and the how-to here: http://www.thatwasawhat.blogspot.com/

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Nikki Atlanta, GA
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  • Sondra
    Commented on Aug 20, 2012
    great idea and looks very good!
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Craftsman Bungalow Renovation

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This 1920s Craftsman bungalow was converted into a duplex at some point during the 1960s. ...»

Over the years, the very cool architectural details of the house had fallen into disrepair. The pillars and columns were crooked, the concrete porch was cracked, and the wood was rotting from years of neglect.

Heirloom Design Build’s goal was to restore the home’s original charm. In addition, we wanted to add the comfort and convenience of the 21st century to the home’s interior, while retaining the historical character of the home’s exterior. We spent a good portion of this project deconstructing the changes to the home and recreating the original single-family layout.

To ensure the best outcome, we used top-quality building materials—the kind that are usually found in much larger and more expensive home renovations—while keeping the house’s footprint small and it’s design tasteful and in keeping with the look of the neighborhood. Modern improvements included the vaulting of the ceilings, the exposing of brick chimneys, and the installation of Carrera marble, recycled hardwood flooring, custom cabinetry, and beautiful light fixtures throughout the home.

We also added new landscaping and hardscaping to the home's front and back yard, including a new stone patio with a built-in barbeque pit--a perfect spot for entertaining!

Some of the high performance features include a high efficiency HVAC system, and all paints and sealants used were were non-VOC, ensuring better air quality for the home’s future residents.

Heirloom Design Build
Heirloom Design Build Atlanta, GA
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    Very nice, clean lines. I love the contrast between the dark and light and the fact that you ...»
    can use whatever you want for accent color. The only thing that looks a little odd to me is the brick chimney above the beautfiul white fireplace. Perhaps once all the furniture / decor is in place it will fit better. Love the all brick outside. Beautiful home.

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  • If you liked the little one, you will LOVE the big 4 footREpurposed saw blade table.

4 foot RECLAIMED saw blade table

Rescued from a sawmill in Southern Illinois.
Robin Martin
Robin Martin Paducah, KY
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    Very creative and beautfiul. I love it! ...»

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DIY Dog Fence

A climbing Jack Russell was a big problem until I built my own custom fence. Functional and Rustic loveliness.
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Homeroad Greenlawn, NY
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    Nice idea and I like the vinegar stain idea. I've been trying to think of something to keep ...»
    our pitbull from racing up to our front door and licking whoever is there and dont really like the commercial gates that are available. This one looks much nicer.

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  • Before - laminate was scratched and stained. 4
  • After - beautiful, durable new look to get a few more years out of this countertop. Not much work and I'm pleased with the result. 2

Rustoleum Countertop Transformations review

I recently tried Rustoleum Countertop Transformations to rescue an old linoleum countertop with great results. #bestof2012
DIY Show Off
DIY Show Off Pittsburgh, PA
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    Looks really nice. I really need to redo my countertops (and floor) and dont have much money ...»
    so this looks like a good idea. However, I tend to get impatient and dont know if I could hold off using my countertop for a whole week. lol.

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New White Kitchen (Before and After)

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Miriam I New York, NY
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    To look at or just visit the red and black is exciting and colorful, but to live with I prefer ...»
    the white and khaki. It is more calming and I could see me in there more often, whereas, the red I would find myself avoiding on occasion. If I really wanted to add more color I could find accents to do that.

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  • Dried hydrangeas in a jute wrapped glass vase.
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Drying Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are so gorgeous whether they are fresh with their beautiful colors or faded when they dry. They are lovely to keep in the house all year round.
Diy Design Fanatic
diy Design Fanatic Charlotte, NC
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    Commented on Aug 16, 2012
    Very pretty and what a neat idea. I had no clue that they did not lose their petals like most ...»
    flowers do.

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  • A bug's eye view of the inside of a purple wave petunia with the sun shining behind it. 1
  • Another view of the petunia...up close and personal!
  • Close-up of the flower of the catnip plant!

Photos of my petunias and catnip flowers using the macro setting of my point and shoot camera! Amazing!

I got some surprising results! Looks like the starship Enterprise or a giant African man-eating orchid, doesn't it? lol
Debbie @ Confessions of a Plate Addict
Debbie @ Confessions of a... Buford, GA
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    Commented on Aug 16, 2012
    Beautiful!!
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Why I Chose Ikea Cabinets in my new house!

I'm currently renovating a 1979 fixer upper house & gutted the kitchen. Since my budget is tight and after pricing out several options for kitchens, I opted for Ikea Adel cabinets. They ...»
are halfway installed now and I'm loving my choice. Great for those of us on a tight budget! They are still under construction, but thought some of you might like to read about assembling and installing Ikea kitchens.

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Rhoda V Kennesaw, GA
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    Commented on Aug 16, 2012
    I love IKEA and agree they have good products at an inexpensive price.. Your kitchen is ...»
    coming along very nicely!

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