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PRACTICAL TIPS FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT DIY-ERS AND CRAFT ENTHUSIASTS

How to Remove Baseboard Without Damage

  Need to remove your baseboards for a new paint job or re-carpeting but are afraid to damage them? Never fear! Follow this simple, safe process for removing your baseboards with ease and peace of mind.     1. Cut off any excess caulk on the top edge and corners of the baseboards using a … Read more

15 Life-Changing Kitchen Organizers

15 Life-Changing Kitchen Organizers

A kitchen is a workplace, and it’s a lot more enjoyable to work in a place that’s organized. If your kitchen is getting out of control (aka, there is loud clamoring every time you try to find something), then check out these great organization tips:       Make Lazy Susan you’re best friend. Rotating … Read more

7 Tips for Making Your Rental Space Your Own

7 Tips for Making Your Rental Space Your Own (1)

This could also be titled, “How to decorate without painting or putting holes in the wall”.  Seems like a pretty daunting task to me! It’s hard to make a place feel like home when you’re not free to do what you want with the space. If you’re living under the rule of a landlord and … Read more

The 411 On Your Insulation

When we were building our home, we needed our office to be sound proof for work reasons.  We decided while we were at it, we would sound proof the playroom as well.  Good idea, no?  We bought a special sound insulation that is pretty amazing, if you ask me.  We also put it in the … Read more

15 Fabulous Floating Shelf Projects and Designs

15 Fabulous Floating Shelf Projects and Designs

I love floating shelves!  They are modern, and strong despite the hidden supports.They can add an effortless look to your decor and can be pretty inexpensive to do yourself. Here are some of our favorites! I love this look from Decoholic! Using the dark shelves with natural wood elements is super trendy right now and I am … Read more

8 Things You Must Know Before You Paint Metal

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Ready to repaint your metal furniture but not sure how to begin? Make sure the metal is in as good a condition it can be before you repaint. Here are some tips for removing rust and other marks: 1. You don’t want to  paint over too much rust. If your metal paint project has rust, … Read more