How to Turn a Paneled Door into a Chalkboard

[ad_1] When a busy, resourceful DIY mom recently sent over photos of her kitchen door makeover, we were excited to share the transformation. Her project is a great example of…

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How to Install a Penny Tile Backsplash: Design and Layout

[ad_1] Monday’s backsplash post dove right into the middle of the project, so we wanted to rewind a bit and explain the process for anyone planning something similar. The first…

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DIY Easter Egg Bowling: Create a Fun Spring Game

[ad_1] The other day I was chatting with my daughter Clara and asked a few lighthearted questions—mostly just for fun. She has a way of delivering opinions with total certainty….

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How to Plan a Paver Patio Before You Build

[ad_1] Note: If you’re reading this during happy hour, feel free to make it a drinking game and take a sip whenever you see the word liriope. Or maybe a…

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Another Failed Attempt to Stay Cool

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How to Wrap an IKEA Expedit Bookcase with Wood Panels

[ad_1] One more thing can be crossed off the nursery to-do list: changing table? Check! I remember before Clara was born a co-worker told me that changing tables were unnecessary…

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Townhouse Tour: Smart Storage Solutions and Space Tips

[ad_1] We love touring a wide range of homes, from the grand and elegant to the cozy and charming. This time we visited a New Jersey townhouse that feels so…

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Remove Bi-Fold Doors: Step-by-Step Guide

[ad_1] Our new home has more than its fair share of bi-fold doors. One set divides the future dining room from the main hallway, another closes off the corridor leading…

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Create a Striking Geometric Painting on Canvas

[ad_1] What is it about painting that makes me suddenly feel all French-beret and inspired? Whatever the reason, I finally tackled one of the enormous 40 x 30″ canvases I…

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Free Fashion Finds to Add to Your Wardrobe

[ad_1] “At last, I have all of the furniture, accessories, and items for my home that I’ll ever need” said no one ever. That’s the truth for most of us:…

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Widen a Brick Doorway with a Mason: What to Expect

[ad_1] “Not funny.” That’s what I muttered when a tree branch across the street fell and knocked out our power yesterday—just two minutes before Richard, the mason, and his crew…

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Seal Stenciled Plywood Floors for a Durable Finish

[ad_1] It’s been almost a month since we first mentioned stenciling the floor in our sink nook. Between projects in Clara’s room, outdoor tiling, installing a stair runner, landscaping, and…

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Episode 63: Smarter Ways to Manage and Spend Money

[ad_1] Who wouldn’t want a little more cash in the bank? We spoke with a money expert about the most common places people overspend and gathered his best advice for…

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Mini Makeover in Philadelphia: Quick Home Refresh

[ad_1] We had to share this small, budget-friendly bathroom makeover because you loved reading about Carrie’s swankified Philly apartment. While we were refreshing her living, dining, and kitchen areas, we…

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Transform an IKEA Bookcase into a Built-In

[ad_1] We’d been talking about adding a bookcase to the office/guest room/playroom for a while—bookcases are great for storage, display, and adding architectural height. After measuring the wall to the…

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