Got Grit? Sandpaper and Sanding Guide
Sanding is a step in many a DIY project or repair. So how do you know if you have the right sandpaper or tool for the job? Does it make a difference in what grit sandpaper you use? What does grit even mean? All these questions and more will be answered here for your reference… Continue reading Got Grit? Sandpaper and Sanding Guide
Easy Homemade Bird Feeder for Kids
This easy to make homemade bird feeder craft is quick and a fun activity that is suitable for kids of all ages. Keep it simple or pull out the craft paint and get colorful. Once painted, it will assemble in minutes. When my boys were little, we made a collection of these bird feeders. The… Continue reading Easy Homemade Bird Feeder for Kids
Reinforcing Kitchen Drawer Bottoms
Reinforcing Kitchen Drawers What to do when your drawers give out. Over time we all put on a little weight and put strain on the seams. My kitchen drawers are no exception! Fortunately, for a few dollars and in fewer than 30 minutes, reinforcing kitchen drawer bottoms can happen in a flash. If only other… Continue reading Reinforcing Kitchen Drawer Bottoms
What Wood Filler Can Rebuild a Broken Corner?
Repairing, repainting, and refinishing furniture is addicting. There is something about restoring a piece of furniture and transforming it into something beautiful. Maybe it is the notion that nothing is beyond hope if shown some TLC? The idea of renewal sparks a bit of joy in my heart. Hope and joy are something we all… Continue reading What Wood Filler Can Rebuild a Broken Corner?
DIY Iron On Transfer “Lucky” Pillow for St. Patrick’s Day
Having never tried iron on transfer foil paper before, my go to is typically paint, this was a new experience for me. It's worth a shot to try something new and test out a product. Especially if doing so could help out any of you. While at the fabric store, a glittery cream cotton fabric… Continue reading DIY Iron On Transfer “Lucky” Pillow for St. Patrick’s Day
Plumber’s Putty or Silicone Caulk, Which is Best?
Found a puddle on the laundry room floor with my socked foot. Please don't let it be from Percy. Nope, not the dog. Where was this water coming from? Oh. Great. The sink drain is leaking. When we first moved into the house, my dad visited and helped me install the free-standing deep sink and… Continue reading Plumber’s Putty or Silicone Caulk, Which is Best?
Kitchen Garbage Can 2 Minute Fix- Adding a Knob
Did you turn it off and then turn it on again? The sensor for the hands-free kitchen garbage can stopped working. Resetting it didn't fix it, changing the batteries didn't fix it. The touchless trash can just fizzled out on us. We only had 7.5 years together but I'm thinking the warranty must have recently… Continue reading Kitchen Garbage Can 2 Minute Fix- Adding a Knob
Laundry Room Makeover: Laundry Basket Storage
Part three of the laundry room makeover involves building a storage unit for the laundry baskets. There is a 21 inch wide space next to our deep sink just begging to be better utilized. IKEA storage is great and inexpensive, yet not always the perfect fit. The IKEA metal baskets and tower used in that… Continue reading Laundry Room Makeover: Laundry Basket Storage
Easy DIY Felt Heart Garland
This adorable and easy felt heart garland can be made quickly. A perfect sewing craft for a beginner, tested out by my sewing student last week just to be sure. Any mantel, wall, or stair case will be picture perfect for Valentine's Day. Share the love with this no fail felt craft. Way back in… Continue reading Easy DIY Felt Heart Garland