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Hanging Lamp Made from Paint Stirs
Inspired by the bushel basket lamp that sells for $229 at Shades of Light, I made a hanging patio lamp using paint stirs, an old lamp shade frame, some nylon rope, and a hanging lamp kit.
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Painting: I need help with this space! Should I paint the doors a color, stain them a darker color or leave them alone?
I know I need a runner :), but what color would you think would be best? The door straight ahead leads to the back, and the other doors lead to bedrooms. The back door has way too much
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CommentedDon't paint the wood! you'll never be able to go back. Even then doors, if they're wood ...»
Garden Art
I'm just beginning to add the "jewelry" to my garden and I'm thoroughly enjoying it. This piece was easily put together with parts from a home improvement store and a craft store. When it was brass colored it just disappeared among the plants so I painted it black.
Upcycled/Repurposed Crib into Toy Box Bench
My cousin gave me a "curbed" crib she no longer wanted. I had no idea what I wanted to do with it, until I saw a similar project, and I was inspired to make this kids toy box bench. You
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Gardening: Rose Shurb/Bush Questions
Just moved into a new home with several Rose Shrubs/Bushes in the yard. Live in Texas, and they get plenty of sun light. I have no idea what type they are, how to take care/maintain them,
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CommentedI think cleaning the area around the bases of the bushes, eliminating the weeds and mulching ...»
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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CommentedHave they survived a rain yet? I keep having trouble that after it rains they fall apart. ...»





