Entries by Brittany Bailey

Make Piping Out of Thrift Store Finds

I used to buy expensive piping from my local fabric store, until the day I learned how to make my own piping. When I saw how easy making custom piping is, I never bought another yard! More recently I found a way to make piping for even less! I frequent my local thrift stores in search of items that […]

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Faking Wall-to-Wall Carpet with an Area Rug

The closet renovation is coming along nicely, even though I’ve only been able to work on it in fits and starts. After I added a new light switch for the closet, I added any missing insulation. Then I filled any and all gaps with Great Stuff. This closet had always been very cold in the winter or super […]

How to Patch Holes in Drywall

Nothing ruins the look of a well maintained house like a hole in the drywall. Whether it be an angry child throwing a temper tantrum or a careless mover. Patching the hole is an easy task, but it requires several steps to get a perfect result. Ready to learn? Here’s How to Patch Holes in Drywall: Most home […]

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DIY Lighting Challenge

I have a love affair with lighting. Lights are akin to your home’s jewelry. But, that “jewelry” can be expensive unless you DIY your own light fixtures. How about you? Do you like to make your own light fixtures or lamps? If you do too, I’m thrilled to be hosting a DIY Lighting Challenge in February. A few […]