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arts and craft, Gift Ideas, gifts, Upcycling

Don’t Pitch Glass Bottles! Cut Them in Half!

Are you a wine drinker? Nope? Well how about a beer drinker? Either way you can stop throwing away those pretty bottles and cut them to use as glasses, containers —or my favorite—flower vases! Don't Pitch Bottles! Cut Them in Half! About…

arts and craft, garden flag, Make It May, Sewing

DIY Garden Flags for Every Season

Did you know a placemat is the same size as a garden flag? Yes! It is. Check out these ideas for garden flags for every season. If you don't have fabric, use one of your old placemats to make some of these DIY Garden Flags for Every Season. DIY…

Scrapbook Paper Lined Painted Trays | Pretty Handy Girl

accessories, arts and craft, Before and After, Crafts, Decorating, gifts, Holiday decorating, Home Decor, painting, Très Frugal

Painted Trays with Scrapbook Lining

Look around your house or the next time you're at a thrift shop. Find either an unpainted tray or a tray that needs a makeover. This is a quick project to create a Painted Trays with Scrapbook Lining for a beautiful and elegant tray to display…

accessories, art, arts and craft, Build It, Crafts, Gift Ideas, Make It May, Mother's Day, Paintbrushes, painting, Painting & Antiquing Techniques, storage, Trash to Treasure, Tutorial, Upcycling, wood putty

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…

arts and craft, autumn fall decor, Birdhouse, bloggers, DIY, Do It Yourself, Gift Ideas, gifts, Make It May, power tools, Tutorial, Upcycling

DIY Log Bird Feeder

Hello readers, I'm Larissa coming to share with you a nature-inspired DIY project. Today, we'll learn how to create a special DIY Log Bird Feeder treat for our feathered friends. The best part is that this can be a family fun activity to do…

arts and craft, Make It May, Sewing

Make It May! A Stay at Home Series

Make It May! A Stay at Home Series My friends, I know with confidence that COVID-19 has changed your life. I truly hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy during this scary outbreak. While my entire family is home with me 24/7,…

Make Your Own Laundry Detergent for Only $1.25 per year

31 Days of Handy Home Fixes, cleaning, DIY, Home & Auto Maintenance, laundry room, Make It May

How to Make DIY Laundry Detergent for Only $1.25 per year

Today's tip is one that is gentle on your washer (HE and regular), but most importantly it will save you money! If you've ever looked at the cost of laundry detergent, you may have choked at the cost. I have a wonderful recipe to make your own…

Gardening, Landscaping & Gardening

14 DIY Projects to Get Your Garden Growing

It seems to me that we could all use a little distraction during this season of social distancing. I encourage you to step outside and try your hand at one (or two) of these DIY Projects to Get Your Garden Growing! Not only will you set yourself…

DIY, Millie's Remodel, renovation, Tile

11 Must See Tips for Professional Looking Tile Floors

If you want professional-looking tile floors (regardless if you want to do it yourself or hire someone), you must read this article to find out what tiles to buy, how to avoid cracked tiles, and risk a finished tile floor that is less than professional-looking. 11…

arts and craft, Crafts, DIY, kids art, Landscaping & Gardening, Summer, Upcycling

Kid-Friendly Craft: DIY Hummingbird Feeder

Happy Spring Everyone! What a difference a few weeks can make. Like many of you, I am grappling with the uncertainty of this challenging time. My children are now home with me every day, for the foreseeable future. In Seattle, life has completely…

arts and craft, Crafts, DIY, inspiration, kids art

30+ DIY Crafts Tweens Will Love

Does your tween or teen love to make things? Hands-on projects are a great way to help your kids stay creative, use problem-solving skills, and practice small motor skills. Read more to discover 30+ DIY Crafts Tweens Will Love! 30+ DIY…

arts and craft, DIY, DIYLikeaBoss, Do It Yourself, Furniture, Home Decor, night stand, power tools, Tool Tutorials

DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table Saw

So, you love making DIY projects but want to expand your talents further than squares and rectangles. I’m going to show you how to make DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table Saw. Yes!! Your table saw. DIY Circle Cutting Jig for the Table…

Popular, Sewing

Best Fit Face Mask

Over the weekend I completed something I'm really proud of! Honestly, I worked like a dog because I felt the urgency to share this tutorial with the world. If you happen to follow me on social media, you already know that I created the Best…

DIY, Gardening

Indoor Herb Garden with Mason Jars

Growing herbs indoors is not as difficult as it sounds! Whether you are short on garden space, or just want to have fresh herbs available to you all year long, this tutorial for an indoor herb garden using Mason Jars is simple to create. Indoor…

Build It, desk, Home Decor, Home Office, organizational tips

DIY Ideas for Setting Up A Home Office

Many of you have suddenly found yourselves transitioning to a home office during this period of social distancing and feeling overwhelmed. No matter how much or how little space you have to work with, I'm here to help you create a cheerful and…

arts and craft, decor, DIY, Home Decor, pottery barn inspiration, wreath

DIY Floral Spring Wreath for Your Front Door

Hello, Pretty Handy Girl Readers! I’m back today with a fun project for your front doors! This beautiful baby breath’s wreath - perfect for Spring. I love making my own wreaths because I can customize them exactly the way I want.…

arts and craft, Decorating

DIY Quote Sign with Faux Shiplap Detail

This month I will teach you how to make this DIY quote sign with a faux shiplap detail. It's a home décor sign with a quote that you can choose! Quote signs are so popular right now and for good reason. They are a great way to express your…

arts and craft

25+ Art and Craft Boredom Busters

With the world looking at impending quarantine and school closures, I bet you're wondering how you'll keep boredom at bay. Have no fear, I'm here to share a bunch of DIY art and craft ideas you can do with (or without) children. I hope some…

Build It, Crafts, decor, Decorating, DIY

DIY House Number Planter Box

It's important to have house numbers displayed on your home, especially if emergency crews need to locate your house. Today I'll show you how to build your own DIY house number planter box. DIY House Number Planter Box When we moved into…

Landscaping, Landscaping & Gardening

9 Lasting Alternatives to Concrete Walkways

Pathways around your home can be functional (protecting grass, your feet, or creating a smooth surface to walk on.) Paths can be whimsical, natural, utilitarian or decorative. Here are 9 Lasting Alternatives to Concrete Walkways. Alternatives…

Build It, Home Maintenance, Millie's Remodel, repair, Tile, Tutorial

How to Waterproof Floors in Any Room

Today we're prepping to tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. Having seen firsthand how much damage water can cause to a home, I want to show you this tutorial for How to Waterproof Floors! Waterproofing Floors in Any Room Renovations are finally…