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13 Garage Sale Items To Think Twice About Before Buying Or Selling

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I get questions about what not to sell at garage sales. Here are my thoughts. Garage sales, yard sales, and estate sales are some of the easiest ways to convert old stuff into extra cash, but experience tells me they may not be the best place to offload some items. Unique or old, outdated things...
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Nashville Flea Market Dates And Times 2024: What To Know Before You Go

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - The Nashville Flea Market should top your list of things to do in 2024! All the information, including shopping trip photos from the new location, vendor information, dates and times, and cool things found at the market, is right here. The 2024 Nashville Flea Market is open on the fourth weekend of the month. Because...
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13 Ways to Repurpose Placemats Into Home Decor

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - We’ve gathered 13 fun and unique ways to repurpose placemats into wall art, purses, baskets, pillow shams, and more just for you. Did you pick a favorite placemat project? I think mine was the basket. Leave a note if you have the time and thanks for being here, Kathy
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13 Brilliant Contact Paper Decorating Ideas

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - These unbelievably creative decorating ideas using contact paper will surprise you. Adhesive contact paper is not just for lining drawers!  The countertop makeover is fantastic and I really love those coasters. What do you want to transform with contact paper? Leave a note if you have time and thanks for being here, Kathy
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The Best White Paint Color For Walls And How To Paint Walls

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - It took a while but I found the perfect white paint color and this is how I found the white that looked best on our bedroom walls........ When we decided to paint our bedrooms I went on the hunt for the perfect white for the walls. Choosing the paint color for the trim was not...
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Update Your Kitchen With These 10 Simple Hacks

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Decorating and updating your kitchen doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Make your kitchen stylish and showcase your personality at the same time. You can complete these projects yourself!  1. Open Shelving Embrace the minimalist trend by replacing a few upper cabinets with open shelving. You can easily create your own shelves...
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Make A Dollar Tree Easter Basket Filled With Good Things

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - The best Easter baskets are the ones you make yourself. Don’t buy those overpriced baskets at the store that are stuffed with really cheap toys and yucky candy. Make Dollar Tree Easter Baskets for your kids or grandkids and stuff them with their favorite candies and fun toys.  After I show you how to make...
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10 Ideas To Transform Your Deck Or Outdoor Space Into An Oasis

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Anyone lucky enough to have a back garden with a patio has plenty of options for transforming their yard into a peaceful space. There are many easy ideas, whether you want a shady haven for afternoon reading, a sun-capture space, or a flower and plant-covered zone for de-stressing. A discussion is sharing ideas for transforming...
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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Candy With Peanut Butter

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I make no bake chocolate oatmeal candy with peanut butter and extra nuts a few times a year. My family loves them but I don't want to overdo it. Then they get tired of the special stuff. This time after making the candy, I made three cookie stands to display them. I used candle holders...
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Home Decorating Mistakes We Have All Made

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Decorating your home allows you to express your personality and make spaces that show off your style. But not every idea turns your home into a Pinterest dream. In this article, we’ll talk about ten home decor mistakes and learn important lessons for anyone trying to change their living spaces. 1. Oversized Furniture  The idea...
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13 Gold Spray Paint Makeover Ideas For Home Decor

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Metallic gold home decor is in style once again, adding glitz and glam to any space. Spray paint is the product that makes it easy to add bold touches of gold to your home in just minutes. I love that gold chandelier and the thrift store vases Sarah updated with gold and multiple bold colors....
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19 Fun Ways To Display Real Pumpkins

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Real pumpkins are the star of Fall decor. You can buy artificial pumpkins in all shapes, sizes, colors, and designs, but they don't come close to the real thing.  I have to say white pumpkins, both large and small,  tend to be my favorites, although I like the blue-green pumpkins and ones with all the...
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Salted Chocolate Caramel Pecan Turtles Recipe | Millionaires Candy

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Today I made Salted Chocolate Caramel Pecan Turtles (also known as Millionaires Candy) with my special twist…..sea salt and I have the recipe for you. I also made Chocolate Haystacks and Butterscotch Haystacks. On a roll! Making sweets was much more fun than cleaning the house would have been. This is a family favorite and...
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32 DIY Painted Furniture Makeovers

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - These 32 DIY painted furniture makeovers are the best of the best. You will want to paint furniture after seeing these fabulous makeovers.   Just looking at photos of the makeovers makes me smile. I put a lot of time and effort into these paint projects. They are my babies. I love reading emails and...
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How To Whitewash Painted Furniture

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I have a new whitewash technique for painted furniture. You guys know how I’m always trying new things. This is new. I made a video of the process for you.  This is Furniture Fixer Upper Tour Day. I can’t wait to see what my friends have been up to. The “before makeover” photos are intriguing....
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Succulent Rake Wreath With Leather Belt Hanger

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - My rusty rake has a new life as door decor. Rake heads make great backdrops for wreaths, and the succulent wreath I created can be displayed year-round. Faux succulents are so colorful, and I love the bold earth tones of the ones I used for this project. An old rake head is a multi-purpose piece...
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12 Easy To Make Christmas Ornaments To Hang On The Tree Or For Gift Giving

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Do you have a themed ornament tree, or do you just go all eclectic? I'm an eclectic decorator myself. I like to make unique Christmas ornaments using things in my junk drawer, garage, workshop, closet....you get the idea. These are some of my more whimsical and fun ornaments..... 1. Jello Mold Ornaments These silver bell...
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Tips For Making Great Sausage Balls The Easy Way

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - I always make a batch of sausage balls during the Christmas holidays. I don’t make them more often because they’re a pain to mix up and roll into balls. But I’ve found an easy way to make sausage balls and added some tasty ingredients to the original recipe. I’m sharing my tips and then going...
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13 Warm And Tasty Sausage Appetizers

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - You will want a bite or a whole plate of these tasty sausage appetizers. These perfect for any party appetizers or snacks include tasty sausage balls, hearty sausage wontons and spicy stromboli! Is your mouth watering? Did you pick an appetizer to make for your next get-together? I want to try the stromboli. Thanks for...
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11 Everyday Items That Are Way Better When Upcycled

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https://petticoatjunktion.com - Upcycling is a process that helps give old things new life and sometimes a more valuable use. It is environmentally friendly but can also be a fun and creative way to breathe new life into old, everyday items. Here are some great examples of things you can upcycle. 1. Kitchen Ware 2. Home Decor Our...
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