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Ham Dip With Cream Cheese And Sharp Cheese Plus Green Chilies

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - My family's favorite cheesy green chili ham dip has it all..........cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, ham, green chilies, and scallions. Some people get turned off when say canned ham but this isn't deviled ham. The ham is Hormel Smoke Ham. I have this recipe for you plus two more cheesy surprises! I cook when I'm...
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10 Bathroom Decorating Ideas to Spruce Up Your Personal Space

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Isn't it funny that your bathroom is your first stop in the morning and last at night, yet when it comes to home decor, we often let our bathrooms take the backseat? Our bathrooms can be one of the most intimidating spaces to decorate. And for good reason: we don't want extra things cluttering the...
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13 Two-Tone Furniture Makeovers Featuring Paint And Original Stained Finish

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - These two-tone furniture makeovers will have you rethinking your painted furniture projects. It’s okay to paint old furniture especially if you showcase the original stained finish. If you’ve been here a while, you know I paint, usually everything. Lately, however, I have wanted to try to save at least part of the original look- talking...
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19 Antiqued Furniture Makeovers

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Antiqued paint finishes give furniture depth and character. You can buy furniture with an antique or aged look in furniture stores, but you can also achieve this antiqued finish yourself.  Did any of these antique furniture makeovers inspire you? That’s it for me. Have a great day, Kathy
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Multi-Purpose Thrift Store DIY Upcycle

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - This upcycle project includes an inexpensive thrift store find, succulents, and chocolate candy. What can be better than that? Plus today is Thrift Store Decor Tour Day and you guys know what that means. I bought the stand/holder with the three metal cups at the thrift store for $1.99. I think it's a condiment server,...
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10 Amazing Garage Sale Finds That Will Leave You Speechless

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Everyone enjoys a great garage sale story. Countless people have stories of garage sale triumphs, from purchasing hard-to-find items to obtaining expensive memorabilia for rock-bottom prices. Recently, these people came together in an online discussion to reveal the garage sale finds that still take their breath away. 1. An Underappreciated Guitar Often, unused and unappreciated...
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The Right Furniture Knobs Are Important

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - This is a very short post about selecting the right furniture knobs for your furniture makeovers or furniture refreshes.  I painted the side table/nightstand back in November and couldn’t find knobs I really liked. I put these on and decided they would do. Several of you commented about the knobs and that they did not...
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Painted Desk With An Antique Chalk Finish | Dixie Belle Color Caviar

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - When I spotted the desk at my favorite junk shop, I knew just how I would paint it. There was a pretty detail on the desk that I hoped to save from the paintbrush, and I did!  I paid $40 for the desk. It had lost most of it's original drawer pulls but that wasn't...
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DIY Love Sign For Your Valentine

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Create a DIY love sign using finds from your garage, junk drawer, or workshop.  This is a fun piece to display for Valentine’s Day. I can keep the sign for next year or take the sign apart and use the pieces in another project.  This is Thrift Store Decor Tour Day, and we have nine...
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Enchanting Easter Crafts To Brighten Your Spring Decor

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - These Easter craft projects are made with various items, including upcycled Ball jars, recycled light fixture globes, junk treasures, and new craft supplies. Take these ideas and make them your own. Easter Crafts for Spring Decorating Easter is right up there with Christmas for cool decor. I think I like Easter decorations because they are...
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15 Beautiful Boho Decor Ideas

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Boho decor often features rattan, macrame, and colorful fabrics with ethnic patterns. I was a teen in the 1960s and loved boho fashion and eclectic decor, which was popular during the “hippy” era. I admit to being a fan of bold colors and Sarah’s Boho planters and the Bohemian Dreamcatcher are eye-catching! Do you have...
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Just In Time For Fall: 10 Step Guide To Decorating A Mantel

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I developed this method for decorating my fireplace mantel after years of mantel makeovers that took hours. Now, my mantel decor only takes minutes. You can use these tips to decorate your mantel for any season. Do you have a mantel that needs decorating? Or maybe you don't have a mantel? No problem. You can...
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Wood Framed Magnetic Board Paint Makeover With DIY Magnets

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - How to paint an outdated magnetic board and add DIY magnets made from junk drawer finds. I found a wood framed magnet board at the local flea market that originally came from Hobby Lobby. The look was a little outdated, so I did my thing. The price was $10. The price tag from Hobby Lobby...
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No Distressing: Furniture With Layered Paint

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Depending on the piece of furniture, two paint colors can be layered without distressing the paint. As often happens, the painting process for this small sideboard took several twists and turns. The makeover involved extra time and extra paint, but the finished look was worth it. Today is Furniture Fixer Upper Day, and if you’ve...
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13 DIY Mercury Glass Projects You Can Make At Home

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Add some sparkle and shine to your space with fancy DIY mercury glass. You can make mercury glass at home using various paints and paint colors to personalize the projects your way! Did you pick a favorite mercury glass project? To create a unique piece, all you need is a glass jar, bottle, wine glass,...
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8 Christmas Projects You Can Make In Just Minutes

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I wanted to share all the Christmas ornaments, magnets, glittery box houses, shutter signs, and other stuff I made this week. I enjoy making anything Christmas. It’s my favorite time of the year. Believe it or not it's time to start on your Christmas DIYs. Project 1. Christmas Card Ornaments These Christmas crafts projects are...
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Paint Furniture With Latex Paint: 13 Really Good Reasons

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - You should paint furniture with latex paint, also known as water-based paint. I've listed 13 reasons why and some great tips like where you can find the best deals on latex paint, what sheen to use, how to mix a custom paint color, and more. Once you learn about painting furniture with latex paint, you can...
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Best White Paint Color Options For Interior Walls

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - This article studies white paint color options for interior walls, considering many factors, including types of finishes, durability, major paint bands, and popular colors.  White interior walls can make a home feel so inviting. There are tons of different shades and finishes of white to choose from. Let’s cover popular white paint color options, factors...
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14 Favorite Banana Desserts

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Craving something sweet? Try one of these yummy banana desserts. Pick one to make today, and your family will thank you! Now you are really craving a sweet, right? Thanks for being here, Kathy
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How To Paint A Vintage Desk With Dixie Belle Paint And A Giveaway

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - This desk makeover was such fun, and the new look is amazing. I teamed up with four of my favorite furniture painters and Dixie Belle Paint to showcase the new Dixie Belle Cottage Collection of paints. Dixie Belle is also providing a $250 prize to shop your favorite Dixie Belle Products! Enter to win here...
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