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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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As we get closer to winter, preparing your home for colder months by winterizing your home's interior and exterior is a necessary and practical. Winterizing your home is an excellent way to safeguard it against the harsh effects of cold weather and to cut down on high energy expenses. It's an annual routine that shouldn't...
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Vintage and antique furniture can be purchased online. These pieces are usually better quality than newer furniture. New furniture may be constructed of particle board or MDF whereas older furniture is often made of solid wood. Good used furniture is becoming hard to find. Online sources such as auctions are a great place to find...
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I have some goodies to share with you today. I bought a few things from an online auction this week and went to my favorite junk shop yesterday. You might recognize the junk shop Butler’s Antiques, located in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. I’ve been scrounging through this shop for years. I always find a few things to...
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Old kitchen scales with worn finishes add character and charm to any home decor. I have several old scales, including one that was gifted to me by a blog reader. That was so sweet! These vintage or antique scales can be displayed alone or in a grouping with plants, fruits, or even pretty fabric scraps....
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Take your Fall porch or deck decor to another level using natural materials. Yes, Fall is almost here, and soon, it will seem like every step, stoop, and entryway is adorned with cheerful pumpkins, rustic straw bales, and colorful mums. As the leaves change and the air gets crisper, it's the perfect time for sprucing...
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Painting kitchen cabinets is a money saver. Renovating a kitchen is one of the most expensive home remodeling projects. Most of the kitchen remodel cost is often associated with replacing cabinets. Suitable quality cabinets are costly, but replacing cabinets often also requires replacing countertops, making it a huge undertaking and extremely expensive. Painting cabinets is...
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Featuring Andouille sausage and bacon, this green bean recipe includes Cajun seasoning and goes right to the heart of Southern Cooking. It’s a rich, slightly spicy dish that perfectly blends savory and hearty flavors. Serve it as a side dish or main course. Cajun Green Beans With Andouille Sausage Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time:...
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Painting furniture is quick and easy with an all-in-one mineral paint. This vintage cedar chest had a style that was all its own. It sat in our family room for several months until I decided it really did need painting. So I painted it. I have the tutorial for you today along with something super...
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If there is one person who likes Dollar Tree more than me, it is my granddaughter Sofi. We visit Dollar Tree regularly and she shops her favorite aisles, which include food, makeup, gifts, and decor. On this shopping trip I started taking photos with my camera but then she took over. I have to say...
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Create DIY magnetic boards using recycled or new items. Personalize the boards by making decorative magnets from your favorite items or collectibles. Did you pick a favorite? I’m kind of partial to the framed magnet board covered with vintage wallpaper. Thanks for being here, Kathy
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Gray spray paint and a small bottle of white acrylic paint are all you need to give a cheap plastic watering can a makeover. This simple project takes less than an hour to complete, including paint drying time. This tutorial is short and sweet too. I bought the watering can at the thrift store for...
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My flowers love their weird containers and they are blooming like crazy. I'm having a difficult time keeping them watered. We haven't had much rain in Tennessee, and things are dry! I water the plants every other day, and the soil still gets dry, and the flowers wilt. I have photos of my flowers in...
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Make one-of-a-kind teacup Christmas ornaments to hang on your tree or for gift-giving. The ornaments can be personalized to fit your decor style or the gift recipient's occupation, hobbies, etc. Thrift store shelves are usually overflowing with teacups if you need a few for projects like this one. My tutorial includes a video of the...
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