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How to Build a Floating TV Storage Shelf Stand

How to Build a Floating TV Shelf Hello all! I have a fantastic DIY project today that will help you with storage, organization, and will free up floor space. Recently my son moved into his first college apartment and as you would…

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How to Install a Ceiling Fan

Easily learn how to install a ceiling fan by following this simple step-by-step installation process. No licensed electrician required. Ceiling Fan Installation Project I've installed probably a dozen ceiling fans in my life. Pretty…

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How to Reupholster This End Up Chairs (a Simple DIY)

This DIY reupholster chair tutorial features a This End Up chair. You can follow the same basic steps to recover and renew similar chairs. As a parent of two elementary school students, I always ask my kids' teachers if…

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How to Sew a DIY Bench Cushion with Piping

You can sew your own custom DIY bench cushion with piping. I'll show you how to make your own bench cushion covers with this detail tutorial. How to Sew a DIY Bench Cushion with Piping I thought sewing a custom cushion for…

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How to Install Trim and Casing Moulding on a Casement Window

After installing a new casement window in our kitchen,I chose to install a beautiful decorative window moulding. Today I'm going to show you how easy it is to Install Trim and Casing Moulding! How to Install Trim and Casing Moulding I'm…

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Drawer Box Plans

Learn the simplest and most accurate way to build drawer boxes with this easy tutorial. Drawer Box Build Welcome back, this is Kristen from In Her Garage Woodworking here with another build plan for you. When I first began my DIY woodworking…

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Wine Cork Reindeer

Grab a few wine corks and some wire, we're going to make wine cork reindeer with those two supplies and some hand tools. Wine Cork Reindeer Looking for a little craft to do with the kids and maybe you've been drinking a little more wine…

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Festive DIY Napkin Rings for your Holiday Table

Festive DIY Napkin Rings for your Holiday Table Happy Holidays! I thought it would be very apropos to share this easy last-minute holiday napkin ring tutorial with you all. It’s that time of year when time is short and things are busy. …

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Got Scrap Wood? DIY Gift Caddies using Scrap Molding

DIY gift caddies made from scrap trim is a great way to create an inexpensive gift basket AND use up all those little pieces of scrap trim in your wood pile. DIY Gift Caddies using Scrap Molding Christmas is a few weeks away and I don’t…

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DIY Fabric Tile Coasters

DIY Fabric Tile Coasters Hello! How are we all doing? The holidays may look a lot different this year, but the same sentiments and traditions are still here. If you have a tradition of making handmade holiday gifts, I have the perfect…

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DIY Leaf Place Cards for the Holidays

DIY Leaf Place Cards for the Holidays I hope your fall has been lovely so far. The weather is just starting to turn here in NC. I have to say, I love the weather here compared to Seattle. We never experienced so much sun day after day! …

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DIY Modern Boho Side Table

I built this side table as part of the bedroom furniture set for my daughter's new room. It may look a little complicated, but can be built with a circular saw or a table saw. Let's make this DIY Modern Boho Side Table! DIY Modern Boho…

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Easy to Paint Watercolor Daisies

Learn how to paint these watercolor daisies with this easy tutorial! Easy to Paint Watercolor Daisies Hello, Pretty Handy Girl Readers! Guess what? I found my box of watercolors. If you remember, last month I moved from Seattle to NC and…

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DIY Kid’s Craft Table

Have the kids taken over your kitchen table or island? Need somewhere to let the kids get creative? Today I am going to show you how to make a simple DIY kid’s craft table (or desk). Let's get building. DIY Kid’s Desk and Craft Table If…

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Rustic Pallet Serving Tray

It's amazing how serving food on a rustic tray can elevate your standard meal or dessert into an elegant occasion. This simple decorative rustic pallet serving tray is a simple project anyone can do! Rustic Pallet Serving Tray When I worked…

How to Make Pinch Pots from Air Dry Clay

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How to Make Pinch Pots from Clay

Looking for a simple craft to make and help you decompress? Make these cute clay pinch pots and use them around your house. How to Make Pinch Pots from Clay I hope you are ready to get your hands a little messy! Today's tutorial is all…

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Upcycled Magnetic Chalkboard Frame

I'm a serial upcycler. When I can find relatively free materials and turn them into something worth displaying, I'm thrilled! This Magnetic Chalkboard frame is one of those upcycled projects I am proud of. Upcycled Magnetic Chalkboard Frame Earlier…

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DIY Track Saw Jig for your Circular Saw

Making large and small rip cuts doesn't have to be a difficult or calculated process. With this inexpensive and easy to make DIY track saw jig, you will be making rip cuts quickly and easily with your circular saw! DIY Track Saw Jig for your…

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Easy Pounded Flower Gift Ideas

Spring is here and there are countless flowers awakening from the cold winter slumber. When it happens you can pick some blooms and turn them into easy gift ideas. Today I'll show you how to make easy pounded flower art. Easy Pounded Flower…

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How to Paint Doors (The Professional Way)

Many of us have been staring at the same walls and doors in our homes for many years (or maybe many decades.) If you've wanted to give your home an update, painting a door is a quick and easy way to do just that. Today I'll to show you how to…

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Creative Block Desk & Art Utensil Holder

Need a quick gift using scrap wood? A Creative Block Desk & Art Utensil Holder is an easy and fun gift to make and certainly a project that you can customize to meet your needs. Best of all, the kids can help with the painting step! Creative…