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PRACTICAL TIPS FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT DIY-ERS AND CRAFT ENTHUSIASTS

How To Paint Laminate Furniture (And Make It Last)

Painting furniture is one of my favorite hobbies. It’s incredible how a simple coat of paint can turn any old piece of furniture into something totally beautiful. In fact, I’ve been known to repaint every piece of furniture I have at least once every ten years. And not because the paint is chipping (my painting … Read more

Optical Illusion: Tips To Make Your Ceiling Look Higher

There’s something about a tall ceiling that just makes your home LOOK gigantic, airy, and open. Unfortunately for some of us (myself included), our homes weren’t built to support high ceilings! Instead of going through a pricey remodel of your home to create vaulted ceilings of your own, these tips will help you fake the … Read more

Tips To Repair Cracks In Your Driveway

I’m known for being a bit of a perfectionist. I love it when every aspect of my home looks neat, orderly, and completely intentional. So when I discovered a few major cracks one morning on my driveway, I knew I had to come up with a fix. and quick! Those cracks were driving me crazy … Read more

7 Things You Forgot To Put In Your Emergency Preparedness Kit

The American Red Cross recommends that everyone have a 72 hour (or three day) kit of supplies in case of emergency. In many cases, it’s important to have a kit full of everything you’ll ever need (usually stored in a large suitcase or duffel bag). Here’s what you should put in your own emergency preparedness … Read more

Bust the Summer Blues with 6 Backyard Games

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“I’m Bored” gets used way too much in my house. I decided to do something about it! These games are easy to set up and so much fun to play. Gigantic Ball Toss Use a tarp (you can find them at Home Depot) and cut out holes. Each whole is worth a different amount of … Read more