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Magazine File Box Facelift

It's a new year and I want to give a few rooms in our house a fresh new look. Our office was one of the first spaces I completed when I started this blog (has it really been 5 1/2 years!) I'm tired of staring at the same room day after…

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Best of Pretty Handy Girl 2015

What a year 2015 was. I'm most amazed by all that was accomplished in between a major sinus surgery and studying for my general contractor exam. I began taking review classes for the exam in February and here I am on the day of the exam.…

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How to Remove Spray Paint from Metal

Spray paint is a great product to use to makeover almost anything. It comes in many colors and finishes and is great for imperfectly shaped pieces that you can spray much easier than brush with paint. It's a DIYer's dream! But someday…

It's inevitable your little ones will get bump or bruise. Make them a Boo-Boo Bear to sweeten those tough times by Prodigal Pieces www.prodigalpieces.com #prodigalpieces

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Make a Boo-Boo Bear – A Rice Ice and Heat Pack

Hello PHG readers! I'm coming over from my blog, Prodigal Pieces, to share with you a sweet DIY that is easy to whip up and will make everyone smile (not to mention it makes a perfect last-minute gift!). Do you remember the days as a…

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I hope you had a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, Holiday or just time spent with good friends and family. We had a great day with an unexpected visit from my Mom. (I think she's relieved I didn't buy her the 23" x 14" box . affiliate link) It…

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Fabric and Wood Coasters

Pretty Handy readers we are nearing ever so close to the big day! Jaime from That's My Letter here today to share a quick and easy last minute gift idea. These fabric and wood coasters add just a touch of holiday cheer to any coffee…

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Holiday Home Tour – Mudroom and Foyer

Last up on my holiday home tour is my mudroom and foyer. This year, I re-used the same wreaths for the front door, but I jazzed them up with silver holly leaf floral picks. It's incredibly easy to change the look of your wreaths.…

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Beautiful Last Minute Photo Cards

Are you pulling out your hair trying to get everything done before Christmas? No? Well, I hate you! Just kidding. I've been frantic this past week. Unfortunately, I wasn't planning ahead and the holiday cards were pushed to the end of my…

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Holiday Home Tour – Kitchen

One of my favorite rooms to decorate is our kitchen. There is something about the combination of aqua with green that makes me happy. Welcome to the next room on my Holiday Home Tour, the kitchen! Updating the window seat with aqua…

Holiday Woodland Tablescape 2015 | Pretty Handy Girl

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Holiday Home Tour – Dining Room

Welcome back for another holiday room tour! Today I'd love to have you join us in the dining room. Can I tell you a secret? I don't usually make a big Christmas meal. Instead, I like to make a huge batch of pancakes and bacon or sausage.…

Galvanized Metal Star Garland | Pretty Handy Girl

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Holiday Home Tour – The Living Room

It's the most wonderful time of year when I can invite you into my home. The house is picked up (for the moment) and I've hung the stockings with care. But, most of all, I enjoy having you over for a cup of hot cocoa and good conversation.…

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Galvanized Metal Star Garland and Mantel Vignette

Remember when I told you I've been on a galvanized metal kick? Yes, you may have noticed my Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame on Monday. When I put the windows over our fireplace mantel, I knew there was something missing. I tried a few…

Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame | Pretty Handy Girl

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What’s New

Magazine File Box Facelift

Best of Pretty Handy Girl 2015

How to Remove Spray Paint from Metal

Make a Boo-Boo Bear – A Rice Ice and Heat Pack

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Fabric and Wood Coasters

Holiday Home Tour – Mudroom and Foyer

Beautiful Last Minute Photo Cards

Holiday Home Tour – Kitchen

Holiday Home Tour – Dining Room

Holiday Home Tour – The Living Room

Galvanized Metal Star Garland and Mantel Vignette

Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame

5 Steps for Beautiful Holiday Wreaths

3 DIY Books for Holiday Gifts

21 Creative Gift Wrapping Ideas

Scrap Wood Shadow Box Frame

DIY Snowflake Christmas Trivets

How Energy Efficient is Your Water Heater?

35 Upcycled DIY Gift Ideas

How to Install a Chandelier