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PRACTICAL TIPS FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT DIY-ERS AND CRAFT ENTHUSIASTS

DIY German Schmear for Brick: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transform Your Home’s Aesthetic

The German Schmear technique is a method of mortar washing that gives brickwork a rustic, old-world charm reminiscent of traditional European architecture. I’ve found it’s a fantastic way to update the appearance of a brick fireplace, accent wall, or exterior brickwork. Follow along to see what I did to my daughter’s home. The brick went … Read more

How to Make Large Outdoor Christmas Ornaments to Decorate Your Yard This Holiday Season

Decorating for Christmas is a blast. I’m big on making a statement in every room of my house. But, hey, why stop with decorating the inside of your house when you can decorate the outdoors as well? I bring my Christmas style into my front yard. Large Christmas Ornaments Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Outdoor … Read more

How to Make DIY Giant Lollipops For Christmas Yard Decor

Last year, one of my most asked about Christmas decorations were my giant lollipops! I displayed this sweet DIY decoration around my porch and it immediately became the hit of the neighborhood! If your front yard needs a little sprinkle of holiday sweetness, add it in with these easy-to-make DIY giant lollipops! This awesome piece … Read more

Refinish Wood Stairs without Sanding – Make Your Stairs Look Brand New

Sanding is not necessary to stain the wooden stairs

When left unattended for a long time, wood stairs can leave big, blotchy marks that are extremely unpleasant to the eye. Some people paint their staircases in different colors, which also tend to leave a mark behind. If you have recently come across a staircase with ugly blotches, don’t worry. You don’t have to strip … Read more

Bondo Wood Filler – Repair Your Flawed Furniture by Using Bondo as Wood Filler

Wooden furniture is everyone’s go-to choice because of its sturdy construction and lasting effect. Once you invest in a wooden piece of furniture, you can spend decades using the same piece without much maintenance. Whenever it breaks, it becomes quite challenging to piece it back together. Not anymore! Bondo wood filler is an effective solution … Read more

The Stress-Free Way to Set Posts {Without Concrete!}

Did you know that it is actually completely possible to set wooden posts in your yard without using ANY concrete? It’s true! Setting them without concrete will save you time and money, but there is a correct way to do it in order to prevent rot. Use this guide to learn how to set posts … Read more