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Patricia S

Raleigh, IL
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How To Make A Wood Planter Box

The planter boxes are made with t-111 plywood siding, which has an 8" groove pattern in it. (it also comes in a 4" groove pattern) The sides and top of the box are framed with 1 x 3" ...»
pine. You can read more about it here: http://diydesignfanatic.blogspot.com/2013/05...

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diy Design Fanatic Charlotte, NC
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Repurposed vintage bathroom

Shannon O- A Southern Belle with Northern Roots
Shannon O- A Southern Bel... Fargo, ND
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  • Completed Table with rusty metal and glass top.
  • Corner close up of legs.
  • View of the top with glass placed.
  • Table as I bought it. Legs were not attached. This is standing upright.
  • Vision of what it could look like with the cross pieces removed.
  • Table top with metal attached.
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Garage Sale Coffee Table Makeover

I found a ordinary brown wood coffee table at a local church sale a few weeks ago. By removing a few of the pieces it had and adding some rusty metal this table has a whole new look. #proudestDIY ...»
#recycle

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Susan @ Rustic ReDiscovered
Susan @ Rustic ReDiscover... Orlando, FL
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  • my mini succulent garden on the pot with rural asian village setting

my mini succulent garden on the pot with rural asian village setting

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Jovencio Calbay Ontario, CA
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  • This quirky, double wide sized pallet wood chair is all decked out, ready for a great summer read.
  • Two pallets, 4 legs and two armrest boards are really all it took. So easy! The trick is to ensure you find two pallets that are similar in size.
  • Let's add more quirk to make it totally yours! This signboard was used as an armrest. Note how wide the board is... perfect for my coffee cup. Priorities here...
  • This leg has an antique level attached. This project is a little like 'Where's Waldo's Wild Additions?'
  • Pallet markings were celebrated by placing them in prominent places. Coffee bean sacks acting like large pillow cases were just tucked in place. No sewing required. 2
  • For the legs, a little bracing was required inside the pallet so the leg had something to stabilize against.
  • Tell me that isn't one big cool chair to curl up in! But let's add some comfort...
  • 5" foam cut to size (new from a foam shop) was key for the ultimate comfort.
  • This is a pallet SOFA I made last year, decked out in total bohemian style craziness. The build is much more size customized: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2011/08/how-i-built-pallet-sofa-part-2.html
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A two pallet chair ANYONE can build in a jiffy!

There's nothing like a need to bring on a new project!

Desiring a 2nd seating area for my patio, this oversized chair was created out of two ...»

pallets and little more. I kid you not! This is the easiest build in the world and you'll wonder why you didn't think of it first!

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Donna
FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada
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My Love Affair...

With Japanese Maples is not monogamous. *Warning* If you have a weakness for beautiful trees and or rare and unusual , this post is not for you! Yes, THIS is why I work where I do ! (Yep ...»
they are all in the nursery, teasing me !). Which one calls to you?

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Donna Dixson Buford, GA
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  • Last summer my husband and I planted our first garden, a compact container garden between our driveway and house. 1
  • You can imagine how upset we were when something started eating our produce before we had a chance to.
  • My mother said it might be slugs and to get rid of them by getting them drunk.  All you do is to fill small plastic containers with beer.  Don't worry.  The slugs will drink any kind.
  • Right before dark, dig small holes and position the containers so that they are even with the soil.  Then fill them with beer.  The slugs are attracted to the sweetness of it.  They will crawl in to have a drink, and then they drown.
  • I got over 50 slugs in each container, and I only needed to do this two nights.  Then they were completely gone.  I knew that if other slugs appeared, I could repeat the process. 2
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Did the Slugs/Snails Enjoy Eating Up Your Garden Last Summer?

Here's a simple and environmentally friendly way to get rid of them, and you probably have it in your frig right now. It's simple - beer. You have to use it in a special way. See how here: http://the2seasons.com/2012/06/05/lets-get-d...

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The 2 Seasons
The 2 Seasons Lexington, KY
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  • Using easily found items and created items, I was able to create a fairy garden - a great project with my children.
  • Fairy gardens can be in any size and can be customized for a thoughtful gift.
  • Although ready made items can be found online or in garden centers, we chose to make as many of the elements as we could.

Fairy Garden

A fun and quick project that is great to do with your kids. We did this last spring and we keep updating it for the seasons. We tried to "think out of the box" in terms of the house and furniture to come with fun options.

Finding Home
Finding Home Middletown, NY
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  • A balanced mix of Perennials and Annuals combine to make a unique "show stopper" design. 7
  • This Raised Tire Planter adds a quirky conversation piece to any garden for under $20 3
  • Step 1:  Trim vintage table legs to a suitable height which will match the size of your tire
  • Step 2:  Cut a plywood circle for a base and fasten table legs with screws.
  • Step 3:  Securely fasten junk tire to base with long screws.
  • Step 4:  Add soil.  Choose a container mix suitable for Bedding Plants.  Ensure that you fill the tire completely.
  • Step 5:  Plant complimentary Perennials and Annuals for maximum texture and colour.
  • Step 6:  Fill in with soil between the newly transplanted pots and water  in generously. 2
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Up cycled Tire Planter

Want a great conversation piece in your garden that will appeal to male and female alike? Try up cycling an old tire into an unexpected piece of art that is perfect in your back yard ...»
garden retreat. This eco-friendly conversation starter will add colour and charm to any outdoor space!

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Tamara Jansen
Tamara Jansen Canada
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  • This is a simple, easy craft for kids and adults.
  • Any used food jars will work. Keep the lids! 1
  • Cover the jar with flat-bottom marbles using silicone sealant as an adhesive.
  • Attach the jar lid to a post or dowel using a wood screw. 1
  • But first hide a wish and tiny toys inside for a surprise later.
  • Check the jars every now and then. You never know when you might find a treasure!
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How To Make Garden Treasure Jars

I started making these treasure jars when my kids were little and they wanted to make some garden art of their own. Because the jars remain functional, you can hide little notes and toys ...»
inside. Use them like little time capsules or part of a treasure hunt. And, of course, the covered jars look like pretty jewels in the garden.

1. Cover any used jar (keep the lid) with flat-bottom marbles (also sold as 'florist stones' or 'glass gems'). I use GE Silicone II sealant (clear, waterproof) as an adhesive.

2. Mount the lid on a post or dowel.

3. Attach the jar.

Notes and tiny treasures can be added at any time.

Full instructions, material list, and sources are listed on my blog here: http://www.empressofdirt.net/gardentreasurej...

Empress of Dirt - Melissa
Empress of Dirt - Melissa Canada
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