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Wood Stain: easy tips to overcome your furniture repurposing fear
I used to paint every piece of furniture that I felt needed a makeover. I had always been intrigued by various wood stain colors but was afraid to try. All of that changed when I found a beautiful table, China cabinet and credenza for $150 on craigslist. I knew I wanted to paint the China…
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Hexagon Shelf: Easy, Step-by-Step Instructions
My latest DIY wood build was super easy, and I LOVE it! I’ve seen these hexagon shelves floating around and decided to give building one a go. If you have a couple tools lying around, this is a great beginner build. Hexagon Shelf Materials: First, I cut six 8-inch pieces of pinewood, and then I…
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DIY Sofa Table: Easy, Step-by-Step Instructions
I have been wanting a sectional for the past few years. After our couch broke at our last duty station, hubby and I agreed we would upgrade at the next place and leave our old, comfy, reclining couch set behind in Europe. The problem was I wanted a sectional and he worried that we would…
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Easy Clean Home Tips: 5 cleaning tips to try tonight
I LOVE waking up to a clean house. It just puts me in a good mood and starts my day off on the right foot. On the flip side, when I wake up to clutter or dirty dishes, I start off grumpy. It’s weird and ridiculous but I know myself, and I need to wake…
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Pantry Organization: 4 steps to a beautiful, clean, organized pantry
My new pantry was driving me crazy so I figured it was time for some pantry organization. I headed over to Amazon to see what clear bins they had, and found a few that would be perfect for my space. I prefer the clear storage so that I can see what I have. First thing…
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Coastal Mood Board: Living Room Design Inspiration
Coastal design has always held a special place in my heart and moving to Hawaii recently has given me a new love for it these days. When incorporating coastal design into your home, think about a house on the beach. Use a crisp neutral color palette, with various hues of white and blue. A white…
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Teal and Orange Color Palette
Teal and orange fall opposite one another on the color wheel and are therefore complimentary colors. This color combination works well together as the main attraction, or as accent colors.
