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Toolbox Homework Caddy

I know you are probably sitting by the pool and homework isn't quite on your list of things to do, yet. But before you know it, the leaves will be changing and the kids will be in full school mode. Evenings of "Mom, do you know where the…

Build It, Decor Adventures, DIY, Tutorial

How to Make an Air Conditioner Screen from Pallets

Hi friends. It's Jessica from Decor Adventures and I'm here to show you an easy project that will improve the look of your yard. If you are like me and are lucky enough to have central air conditioning in our home, but unlucky enough to…

arts and craft, Decorating, Painting & Antiquing Techniques, Upcycling

Rustic Wine Crate with Rope Handles

Rustic Wine Crate with Rope Handles Have you ever stumbled across a wine crate and wondered what you could do with it? I have just the idea for you and it will take less than an hour to create. Today I'll show you how to make a Rustic…

arts and craft, Decorating

Make Your Own Street Sign

Do you have a favorite street or a town that brings you fond memories? Don't you wish you could have a vintage sign from that place? But, what are the chances of stumbling across one in an antique shop? Probably slim to none. You could steal a…

Build It, DIY

DIY Mini Planters

Hi everyone! This is Lindi, visiting again from Love Create Celebrate. I'm really excited to show you how to make your own mini planters. Tis the season for filling up our homes with garden plants (or faux plants if you lack a green thumb!)…

recipe

Chipotle Ranch Chicken Salad

I have a new favorite salad and it is DELICIOUS!!! A few weeks ago we went to the beach for our vacation. At the end of the week I wanted to use up as much food in the fridge as I could. You understand the struggle, right? Who wants to waste…

12 Ways to Decorate a Bathroom | Pretty Handy Girl

Decorating

12 Inexpensive Ways to Decorate Your Bathroom

Making your bathroom beautiful doesn't have to be expensive or require a designer. Here are 12 Inexpensive Ways to Decorate Your Bathroom. There are many ways to amp up your bathroom's style and in some cases add organization and storage. (I've…

4 Ways to Remove Paint from Metal Hinges (& more) | Pretty Handy Girl

bedroom, organizational tips, storage

DIY Cedar Underbed Storage

Hi Pretty Handy Readers, Jaime here from That's My Letter to share a beautiful and simple storage idea using cedar boards. Let's build some DIY cedar under bed storage bins and make use of that hidden space! Cedar boards are readily…

Decorating

Mini Makeover for a Book Display Shelf

I love my son's elementary school library (media center). But, you already knew that after I gave part of the library a room makeover transforming it into a magical forest. Anything I can do to help kids get excited about reading makes…

Painting & Antiquing Techniques

How to Get a Smooth Paint Finish without a Paint Sprayer

A smooth factory finish is the ideal paint finish for cabinetry. A professional cabinet finisher would normally use a paint sprayer, but today I'm going to show you How to Get a Smooth Paint Finish without a Paint Sprayer. The first…

arts and craft

4×4 Picture Frame

Sometimes the amount of scrap wood I accumulate can seem a bit excessive. I have a hard time letting go of all those little pieces because I know they have potential to become something more. I have big plans for some scraps, but little…

accessories, arts and craft, Crafts, Sewing

Summer Garden Flag from a Dollar Store Placemat

I have to admit, I'm a little addicted to making garden flags out of fabric placemats from the dollar store (The Dollar Tree to be exact.) In fact this flag was made using all materials from The Dollar Tree. I bought fake flowers, bar towels…

arts and craft, Decor Adventures, Decorating

DIY Sheet Metal Vase

Last month I shared an easy way to make faux flowers look real. It's a simple way to add life and color to your decor. Today we're going to make a vase for all of those flowers! You can make containers or vases using a multitude of items.…

Product Review, Toolbox

Must Have Gadget to Remove Stripped Screws

You know the frustration of trying to drive a screw that won't go any further. Then you find you can't remove it because the head is completely stripped. Or worse, you come across a screw that is stripped and you can't remove it. If the…

Home & Auto Maintenance

How to Replace Door Knobs and Deadbolts

Do you want to learn how to replace the door knobs and deadbolts in your home? Do you have mismatched door hardware? Or do you have several different locks in your home but want to have them all match the same key? The solution to all…

Decorating, Home Decor

25 Rugs You’d Never Guess were Painted

Hi! I'm Kathy, and I'm so excited to be bringing you this round up of 25 Rugs You'd Never Guess were Painted! Would you like to update your room with a fabulous area rug? But, the thought of spending hundreds of dollars has you saying,…

About Me

She’s One Lucky Dog

Today I'm going to get a little personal. If you are here strictly for the DIY tutorials, you might want to come back another day. Those of you that have been following my blog for a while (6 years or longer) may remember when we adopted…

How to Install Low Voltage Landscape Lights (that also repel mosquitos!) | Pretty Handy Girl

Electrical, Landscaping & Gardening

How to Install Landscape Lights and Repel Mosquitoes

Pop Quiz: How can you beautify your yard AND repel mosquitoes at the same time? Do you give up? Introducing the new NuTone Haven Backyard Lighting & Mosquito Repellent System. As a resident of the North Carolina, we fight a…

Build It, Home Decor

Rustic Home Sign

Hi everyone! This is Lindi, visiting again from Love Create Celebrate! I'm really excited to show you how you can make your own Rustic Home Sign. You've probably seen something similar in a home decor store, but didn't want to pay big bucks…

book, Product Review

DIY Books to Enjoy this Summer

Despite the fact that most people want a light-hearted beach read for summer entertainment. I have found five books that fulfill the DIY addict in me. You won't find any hot romances, but there's bound to be some hot tips and maybe some…

Home & Auto Maintenance

4 Ways to Remove Paint from Metal Hinges (& other door hardware)

Do you find yourself in the unfortunately situation of having door hinges that have been painted over? I get your frustration. Almost every door hinge in our house has been painted over. Taping off a hinge when you paint a door is not hard…