How many times have you wished for a mud bench area in your garage (or house) to help keep all your outdoor things organized? I finally got around to adding one to my own garage, and I must say that this has got to be the easiest, DIY mud bench slatwall system!
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Remove Microwave Burnt Odor When All Seems Lost
Yes, this is going to be one of those posts where I tell you a story. But storytelling is sometimes the best way to relate a solution. This particular story is about the time that my son nearly destroyed a very expensive microwave, and what I did to save it. So, if you need to remove burnt odor smell from your microwave and it seems like all is lost, take a deep breath and let me tell you how I saved our smelly disaster.
How To Make Distressed Antiqued Mirror
I have been wanting to make a distressed antiqued mirror set for awhile. Probably like most, I saw those cabinets on an episode of Fixer Upper and got the bug to have my own antique mirror.
Easy DIY Vintage Halloween Book Covers
I love making things look a little spooky for Halloween. One of my favorite projects to do is to make some scary vintage book covers. I made these back in 2015 and shared it with Hometalk. Since then, these have been replicated so many times that I lost count. I thought that this would be a good time to dust off the old books and republish this easy DIY.
How To Enclose Storage Shelves
Not long after building my garage/workshop shelves, I saw that there was definitely room for more improvement. Being a blogger who does a whole lot of woodworking, I didn’t relish the idea of all of my junk being on display during video demonstrations, so I decided that I would enclose those storage shelves and turn them into cabinets!
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How To Adjust Washing Machine Water Levels
How To Adjust Washing Machine Water Levels – One of my biggest frustrations of late has been my new front load washing machine. I recently bought a whole new set, shiny and pretty to look at, with all of its futuristic buttons that light up and make Close Encounters of the Third Kind music. I guess they have to add all that new fangled stuff to keep you from paying attention to the fact that you will no longer be getting clean laundry. Can I please have my 1990s machine back, now?
How to Upgrade Toilet Flush Levers
Sometimes, it’s the really small touches that make the difference in a home’s decor. This is very apparent to me when I walk into a bathroom and admire the lovely toilet flush levers that some bathrooms have. Yes, you may think it is a sad day when someone is admiring toilet levers, but then again, I am a stickler for the details. Of course, I never notice the plain levers. For some reason, my eyes just never settle on them unless they are nice. However, when I do notice them, it really solidifies that impression of quality and high-end finishes. So, if you have ever wondered how to upgrade toilet flush levers, this is for you.
How To Cut Any Angle With a Miter Saw
Have you ever wondered how people get all those elaborate angles in their woodwork? I use to only use them when I was doing an inlay in wood flooring. Then, I started building decor pieces for my home, and I ventured fully into the territory of mitered angles that go beyond the standard 45º cut. With furniture and cabinetry, it is all about creating curves and box shapes. But when you want to get creative with something, you may find that you need some weird angle – like a 50º, 60º, or 70º miter. It can present a conundrum. So, I thought that I would show you how to cut any angle with a miter saw.
How To – Dish Drawer Organizer
Efforts to get my kitchen completely organized are starting to payoff. I just love to open these drawers and see everything looking so beautiful and orderly. I have finally created a low budget but high quality drawer system. Today, I am providing the details for this dish drawer organizer.
When to Not Use Pocket Hole Screws
Have I mentioned lately that woodworkers are some of the most opinionated and set-in-their-way people who you will ever have the good fortune to meet? If you are a professional woodworker, then yeah, I am probably talking about you. If you are a beginner, be warned! We are going to discuss when to NOT use pocket hole screws!
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Real Solutions for Organizing a Closet
How many times have you seen a closet makeover that ended with just a few basic items hanging in it, and you thought “Who in the world has only three shirts?” Of course, anyone can make a closet look neat and tidy if they take 90% of their belongings away! But, what about those of us who prefer to keep most of what we have? Where are the real solutions for organizing a closet?
Home Drop Zone Ideas
(Home Drop Zone Ideas – Photo by Locale Design Build)
Most of us understand how convenient it is to have a dedicated space where coats, hats and shoes can be dropped off. If your like me, you put a lot of thought into getting this one space perfect. (i.e. hooks for each person, easy to clean flooring, etc.) Generally, all these considerations are designed around children and/or pets. So, the one thing that you may have not incorporated into your plan is a keys and mail center. However, these home drop zone ideas can help you with that!
Talk About TP – Toilet Paper Storage
(Beach Style Bathroom by Salem Design-Build Firms Dale’s Remodeling)
To roll over or roll under may be insignificant if toilet paper storage and hanging space is not available. Trying to just figure out where to place the TP can present a quandary when bathrooms are small. So, what’s a person to do when they have no extra place to display or store the TP. Well, here are a few creative ideas to help solve that problem.
Back to School Organizing Tips + Student Planner
Well, it is officially that time of the year again. The birds are singing and all the colors look brighter. 😉 Yep, it’s back to school time! Unfortunately, the chaos that can ensue each morning can ruin an otherwise beginning to a wonderful day. So, to help keep the chaos down to a minimum, I am sharing some of my favorite back to school organizing tips, plus you can snag my free printable for the ultimate school planner!