knocked off the damaged drywall around the window, cleaned it up with a wire brush, then went over it with drywall mud. After that dried, she used a double-sided sticky-mat product (similar to Bondera) to which she affixed inexpensive subway tile and gray grout around the window and all the way to the ceiling for a more dramatic look.
Cut the two flaps that will form the back. For the back of the cover, I create two flaps, one overlapping the other, as a natural closure. No zipper, no buttons. Each flap has to be bigger than half the size of the front, so there is plenty of overlap. If you are working with a 16-inch square insert, cut each flap 18 inches by 12 inches.
Project: Leaf print placemats. This is a quick and fun project perfect for casual autumn and winter gatherings, and it can be done with children if you like. You’ll need a batch of freshly fallen leaves and evergreen sprigs, paper placemats, a tray or baking sheet for holding paint, and tempera or craft paint in your chosen color. Experiment with dipping your leaves and making prints on plain paper first to get the hang of it. If you want to make a permanent version, you can repeat the steps using fabric paint on plain cotton or linen placemats. You may need to launder or press the placemats before the first use, so be sure to check the fabric paint manufacturer’s instructions.
Gallery walls - consistent frames: Even old boxes can be used to make a display on a budget. Tip: In the collection seen here, the designer has ceated a vignette by sticking together a number of boxes with double-sided tape. She then added wallpapers to create a consistent theme across the gallery, one that works with or without added art.
for a new year party. An evening of toasts. Ask guests to come prepared with one (or more) toasts to share during the evening. They can be meaningful, personal or just plain fun. As you’re the host, consider it your duty to kick things off. To spark ideas, search online ahead of time for fun New Year’s Eve toasts, print them on strips of paper and toss the papers into a punch bowl where partygoers can read from them throughout the night.
To get rid of a new stain: Apply a clean cloth to blot the stain, and press a warm iron on top of the cloth until the stain is removed. Make sure the iron is just warm — not hot — and don't use any steam. If you'd rather not use this technique, try rubbing the stain with a soft cloth and olive oil or another natural oil. If this doesn't work, try using mayonnaise or petroleum jelly and leave it overnight. Simply wipe it clean the next morning — the stain should be gone.
. Patterned nook. A small nook, like this entryway, is a great place to experiment with pattern, because it requires only a small amount of wallpaper, decals or stenciling to have a big effect. And if you stencil, graphic black and white is a foolproof choice. 2. Abstract art. A few loose swirls of black paint on white paper? You can do that! Place your creation in a slim white frame and hang it with pride.
COOL LOOK Wine rack: Notion had wine-holder posts specially fabricated for this project. Designer Natalia Dragunova says a 1½-inch-thick backer panel created by a cabinetmaker was installed between the counter and the floating shelves above. The backer panel was anchored to the wall, securely screwed into the studs, and the screws were hidden behind the shelves and between the bottles. Pegs were then hammered into 1½-inch-deep holes predrilled on the backer panel. Adhesive on each peg coupled with holes of a slightly smaller diameter drilled in the panel ensured a tight fit for each peg.
Favorites. An alcove hung with graphic wallpaper and shelves becomes a handy display and storage space for favorite pairs of shoes.
great idea. Pull out your pans. This ingenious pullout eliminates messy stacks of pots.
Clothespins. Extend a string, piece of raffia or wire for your favorite photos or pages from a book and clip them up like little pieces of laundry on a line
These cans are simply stuck to a magnetic strip to corral small tools, brushes and pencils. Leave the Campbell's labels on for a Warholian vibe, or strip them off for a sleeker look.
Rubber bands. If you've ever made a ball out of these, you have the skills to transform a piece of furniture by wrapping it in colorful bands.
Old newspapers and magazines. Get out the Modge Podge and rediscover the fun of decoupage. Whether it's lamps, a dresser or an entire wall, this retro art is making a big comeback.
maps are lovely covers and gift wrap. especially for travel photo boxes and albums
Duct tape. It's amazing how much one can do with this strong tape; my personal favorite is this bench
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There's no need to hide your paperbacks. Note how this homeowner pulled them to the front of one of the shelves and stacked them horizontally. for decluttering 2 questions will i reread it, do i love it
Pull all the books to the edge of the shelf. This simple thing makes a huge impact. Don't worry about the varying sizes of the books; pack them in tightly and pull them forward, and they'll look great
If you can sew a straight line, you can easily and inexpensively create the most interesting throw pillows from vintage clothes on your sewing machine. The most brilliant thing is that you can use the existing closures like buttons or zippers as your pillow closings. All you have to do is lay out your pattern, cut, stitch, turn the fabric right side out and stuff it with a pillow form.
If you can sew a straight line, you can easily and inexpensively create the most interesting throw pillows from vintage clothes on your sewing machine. The most brilliant thing is that you can use the existing closures like buttons or zippers as your pillow closings. All you have to do is lay out your pattern, cut, stitch, turn the fabric right side out and stuff it with a pillow form.
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Another way Guokas customizes the concrete is with color.. Or you can even inlay objects, like my found beach glass.
cast concrete for countertops. Once the countertop pieces are placed, Goukas seals the joints with silicone caulk. At least two coats of a food-safe sealant make the countertops watertight. “Once it’s cured, the water will bead up on it but won’t penetrate the concrete,” he says. The last step is applying a paste made of beeswax and mineral oil that he mixes himself. “This adds one more layer of protection,” he says. “While most store-bought versions will say to wax once a month, I usually recommend doing it one or two times a year.”
straight branches rising out of leaf collar
for the kids' table.
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prop but you could do board w actual herbs and spices in mason jars
seat covers mostly.
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love the animals. evamp old jars as fun storage. Have a tiny bit of paint left over from another project? You'll need only a dab to bring color to an assortment of jar lids. Use open-top jam jars to hold pens or paintbrushes, and larger jars for storing anything from buttons to laundry soap. Gluing small plastic animals to the lids is the perfect finishing touch
Hide Cords in Style With DIY Graphic Panels - you could actually use any frame.
make a natural holiday wreath by yourself (supposedly it's easy)
Check out the tutorial for the piece shown here on The Brick House and this similar industrial shelving project.
excellent instructions
A desk in the corner of the bedroom features a whimsical chair hand-wrapped in ropes and painted a glossy white.
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