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Lois R

Monroe, LA
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  • A wine glass (stemless in this case) some sand, an easy care air plant and a few fun beachy accessories make the cutest little terrarium!
  • I love how the itty bitty jewels catch the light and the other objects cast cool shadows.
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Mini Beach Terrarium in Stemless Wine Glass

What can you do with a wine glass besides drink wine? I finally thought of something! I've been wanting to make a terrarium for a long time. This little stemless wine goblet turned out to ...»
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Sherry C
Sherry C Portland, OR
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  • This is my "totem".  I've had it outdoors for several years now. It's held up really well except for the "ladder" incident last fall while a helpful neighbor was helping me clean out the gutters. 10
  • These are the tools you'll need. I use GE II Silicone for Windows and Doors (clear) with a caulk gun.
A level will come in handy to make sure your totem doesn't lean. 4
  • Wash and dry (thoroughly) your glassware. I suggest you let your vases and such dry overnight. If you have ANY moisture inside, it will be sealed inside once you apply your sealant.
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Repurposed Glassware=Garden Topiaries (easy project)

We all have those vases and bowls hanging around. You know, the ones you get flowers in, but then just put in the cupboard. I have the perfect solution for all of those, and it will help ...»
Gail--My Repurposed Life
gail--My Repurposed Life Louisville, KY
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  • Oh goodness... how adorable is this old sink idea? Rose, you are amazing! By Fairfield Home and Garden at: http://ourfairfieldhomeandgarden.com/everything-including-the-kitchen-sink/ 1
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I want to make a water fountain! Inspiration and a plea for...help?

FunkyJunk Interiors - Donna
FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada
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  • One sweet old kettle setup by Julee S on HomeTalk at: http://www.hometalk.com/600572/tea-pot-fountain-instructions 1
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I want to make a water fountain! Inspiration and a plea for...help?

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada
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Create a flower planter from an old tire!

My future father-in-law came up with this brilliant idea over 20 years ago to cut and flip an old tire inside out and use it as a gorgeous planter! ...»
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Pamela R Schenectady, NY
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    Commented on Mar 20, 2013
    I would think that if you cleaned them well and sealed them with some type of sealer, it would ...»
    be fine for growing food. Anyway it takes many years for them to start to biodegrade and cause problems. That is why it is a good idea to recycle them. :)

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  • Every Gardner needs one of these helpers. 7
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Jan M
Jan M Toledo, OR
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  • Repurposed vintage grates add whimsy to a walkway. 5
  • Line your path - or even create your path - with recycled glass bottles turned upside down. 16
  • This walkway design is screaming to be created with reclaimed railway ties. 9

Take the {repurposed} Path Less Traveled

How often do you notice the ground that you're walking on? Not often? That's because you haven't been on these beautiful repurposed garden paths! Get inspired to create your own little path of happiness at home.

Re.Create Design Co.
Re.Create Design Co. Sweden
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bed springs and bottles turned into candle holders.

Janel Hutton
Janel Hutton Cushing, WI
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Design & Décor: How to decorate around wallpaper in a rental

I'm about to move into a rental with SUPER ugly wallpaper that I can't take down.... anyone have any creative ideas how to cover it up without damaging it?
Ashley Thurman
Ashley Thurman Little Chute, WI
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    Commented on Aug 01, 2012
    yards of fabric and fabric softner. you paint the wall with the softner and the fabric will ...»
    adhere to it and it will not cause any damage to the wallpaper.

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