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How to Install a Lutron Maestro Occupancy Sensor on a 3-way Switch

Teaching kids to turn off the lights in a room they are no longer in is a tough job. No matter how many times I try to explain that leaving the lights on wastes electricity, it just doesn't seem to sink in. In their defense, they are like…

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How to Cut and Finish an Old Tabletop to Create a Wood Desk Top

Have you seen my command center in the kitchen? It's a beauty to look at, don't you think? Especially that gorgeous wood desk top. Well, I have a secret! It's actually an old kitchen table top that was given to me for FREE! Yup, zero…

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Curbside Vintage Step Stool Makeover

A few years ago, while driving back to work from my lunch break, I spied a very cool but sad looking vintage step stool sitting at the end of someone's driveway next to their trash. I passed by, but it didn't take me long to circle around…

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Easy Sofa Makeover and Living Room Mini-Makeover

Have you ever been bored with the way a room looks? For me, it was my living room. It houses the same sofa... The same lamps... The same golden frames surrounding the same prints we loved so much 13 years ago! I have a quick tutorial for…

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How to Move a Floor Register in a Window Seat

Remember last month when I showed you how to build a window seat in a bay window? I had promised to share with you how to move the floor register. I'm true to my word and am back with the tutorial today. When I built our kitchen window…

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White-Washed Patriotic Flag Sign Tutorial

Learn how to make this White-Washed Patriotic Flag Sign and hang it with pride in your home. White-Washed Patriotic Flag Sign Tutorial The other day I was at the fabric store but after not finding that perfect fabric for one of my projects,…

Fall Decor in a Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen | Pretty Handy Girl

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Building a Window Seat with Storage in a Bay Window

Building a Window Seat with Storage in a Bay Window You know when you dream about the finished product on something that you've been planning for a long time? And then you finish and your dream becomes a reality? And you think to yourself,…

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Build Your Own Custom Kitchen Herb Planter

Hello again, it's Cristina from Remodelando la Casa. I'm happy to share a tutorial to build this kitchen herb planter with you today. It's one of those projects that you can decorate and customize to your own needs. Having fresh…

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How to Cut Bar Stools Down to Counter Height Stools

Yes you can make those wood bar stools fit your counter. Here's an easy DIY fix to make bar stools into counter stools (and a quick makeover too!). Bar stools typically sit at 30" high, this is fine and dandy if you have a proper bar…

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How to Install Window Trim

Hi everyone, I'm Cristina from Remodelando la Casa, and I'm beyond excited to join the team of Pretty Handy gals and guys! I'm still pinching myself at such a wonderful opportunity. Today I'm going to show you a fairly easy way to…

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Outdoor Planter from an Ice Bucket #LowesCreator

Being a Lowe's Creative Ideas blogger is one of my favorite jobs as a DIY blogger. I love walking the aisles of Lowe's, with my provided gift card in hand, dreaming of finding mundane objects to transform into amazingly beautiful objects.…

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How to Replace a Car Battery {Pretty Handsome Guy Style}

Hey Pretty Handy Girl readers, I'm stepping up to the podium today to prove to you that I can do more than just wrap presents around here. I also have a handy side (don't let Brittany fool you) that occasionally comes out. There…

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Easy Potted Clover for St. Patrick’s Day

Valentine's Day is in one day, right? So, what am I up to? I'm getting ready to celebrate the return of spring and St. Patrick's Day of course. In North Carolina, the trees are starting to bud and a few have flowers. I'm super excited…

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Recovering This End Up Style Kindergarten Chairs

As a parent of two elementary school students, I always ask my kids' teachers if they need anything for their room. Usually the answer is markers, wipes, or snacks. But, my kindergartner's teacher knows about my secret identity after having…

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Installing Semi-Rigid Dryer Hose to Prevent Fire Hazard

It's time to take on a little fix in your laundry room. This single upgrade can prevent your home from a house fire. Let me show you how installing semi-rigid dryer duct can prevent a fire hazard! Installing Semi-Rigid Dryer Hose to Prevent…

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Glitter Cut Out Valentine Name Tags

On Friday, I shared my tutorial for making You Rule Candy-Free Valentines. (I've included affiliate links for your convenience. I earn a small percentage from a purchase using these links. There is no additional cost to you. You…

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Sewing a Bench Cushion with Piping

Yes, you can sew your custom bench cushions and add cute piping trim to it. It's not hard and I'll show you how easy Sewing a Bench Cushion with Piping can be. Sewing a Bench Cushion with Piping Before you run screaming, "I can't sew to save…

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Chalk Painted, Stenciled and Distressed Dumpster Table

Dear Beautiful Table, your scandinavian antique beauty has us mesmerized. What's your story? Did a family of four sit around you and talk about the day's adventures on the farm? Or were you an antique table brought over from Europe and passed…

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How to Create Rope Light Word Wall Art

I really appreciate all your kind comments about my arts and craft studio. Don't forget to enter to win the Flow Wall organizational system, the giveaway ends Wednesday, Nov. 21st at midnight EST. The boys and I christened the art &…

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Faux Zinc Painted Chalkboard File Cabinet

Faux Zinc Painted Chalkboard File Cabinet This summer I was thrifting with a few friends and stumbled across an ugly cabinet at the Goodwill. The metal chest had extra wide and deep storage, but the worst colors imaginable! The hot pink and…

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Make a Rustic Farm Crate Sign

Last month, I was a little nervous to try a new power tool. I know...I know...shock and disbelief! But, y'all came to my rescue and helped share all your tutorials for using the Silhouette and other craft cutters. You really have to see…