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15 Electrical Fixes Any Homeowner Can Make

15 Electrical Fixes Any Homeowner Can Make Electrical work can be scary, even for seasoned DIYers who haven't delved into electricity. Many people have a fear of electrocution or fear of burning their house down. There are definitely times…

Aged, decor, Decorating, DIY, Do It Yourself, Home Decor, Uncategorized, Upcycling

111 DIY Farmhouse Decor Ideas

111 DIY Farmhouse Decor Ideas Do you love farmhouse decor as much as I do? What is Farmhouse Style exactly? It can be described as worn, weathered, rustic, comfy, or anything that reminds us of a simpler time. If you're like me (and love…

recipe

Keto Chocolate Mug Cake

Keto Chocolate Mug Cake This keto chocolate mug cake is one of the best keto friendly desserts you will eat. We are trying a lot of keto desserts and promise to save you time and money by only posting the keto diet recipes that have passed…

How to build a laptop stand to keep it at same level as large screen

Build It, organizational tips

DIY Scrap Wood Laptop Stand

DIY Scrap Wood Laptop Stand Hello, Pretty Handy readers! Anika from Anika's DIY Life back again with a quick and fun project that is useful and will improve your posture! Do you use a laptop? If so, you will help your neck and back immensely…

Saving Etta

Saving Etta: Chapter 17: Good Neighbors

Saving Etta: Chapter 17 – Good Neighbors This is the true story about a house built in 1900 that is in serious disrepair. It’s also the story about my journey toward becoming a general contractor and my attempt to save a home from being…

About Me, inspiration, Toolbox

It’s 2018, and I’m still wondering Where are the Real Makita Girls?

It's 2018, and I'm Still Wondering Where are the Real Makita Girls? Back when I first published this post, I never thought I'd be resurrecting it from the archives. Then Simone Giertz shared this tweet and my anger and frustration at Makita…

Home Decor, Upcycling

Upcycle a Clock into a Picture Frame

Upcycle a Clock into a Picture Frame Do you have an electric clock that stopped working? Yes? Well, I'm here to show you how to upcycle a broken electric clock into a picture frame. Hi, Pretty Handy Girl readers, it's Julie from Love…

Collection, Decorating, DIY, Gift Ideas, Upcycling, vase

Clever DIY Upcycled Vases

20 Clever DIY Upcycled Vases Vases are beautiful and one of those home decor items that can be used in many different ways. They can sit empty on a shelf adding to the style of the room, hold beautiful flower arrangements, or be given as loving…

Close up two yellow scrapbook flowers on wreath

arts and craft, Crafts, Door, pliers, scrapbook paper, wreath

Inserting Spring into My Wreath

Inserting Spring into My Wreath A few years ago I purchased a simple white berry wreath from Target (I don't think it's still available at Target, but this is a similar style wreath.) To save money, I challenged myself to use this…

Decorating

Dreamy Screen Porch Makeovers

Dreamy Screen Porch Makeovers Screened porches are the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors while staying away from things like bugs and rain. As the weather starts to warm up, we will be spending more time outside. Here are several beautiful…

arts and craft, Decorating

Cheerful Hello Spring Plaque

Cheerful Hello Spring Plaque Hello, Pretty Handy readers! It is Anika from Anika's DIY Life here with a fun new project to get your home's decor ready for spring! While we are impatiently waiting for spring, I thought we could create a…

Saving Etta

Saving Etta: Chapter 16 – More Surprises

Saving Etta: Chapter 16 – More Surprises This is the true story about a house built in 1900 that is in serious disrepair. It’s also the story about my journey toward becoming a general contractor and my attempt to save a home from being…

How to Install Knock Video Doorbell Camera

Electrical

How to Install a Video Doorbell

How to Install a Video Doorbell Do you want to install a video doorbell at your house so you can keep tabs on who's at the door? You may be one of many who want to see who comes to the door when you aren't home (or even when you are but don't…

Build It, Do It Yourself, Landscaping & Gardening, Mulch path

How to Create an Inexpensive Stone and Mulch Walkway

Creating walkways around your home can keep mud and dirt from getting on your shoes and ultimately from being tracked into your house. Today I'll show you how to create a super easy (and inexpensive) pathway using mulch, stones, and edging.…

Before and After, DIY, painting, Tutorial

How to Paint a Laminate Table Top

How to Paint a Laminate Table Top Do you have a laminate top dining table that you want to paint, but are not sure how to paint it so it will withstand the wear and abuse a table usually receives? I can help by showing you how I painted my…

plugged in devices in desktop organizer charging station

DIY, Home Office, organizational tips, Upcycling

How to Turn a Desk Organizer into a Charging Station

How to Turn a Desk Organizer into a Charging Station Do you have multiple devices that need charging every day, but they are cluttering up your counter or table? Luckily I have the answer to that problem and it involves this simple desk organizer. Would…

How to Custom Build a Vintage Ruler Picture Frame

art, Build It, Do It Yourself, Home Decor