July 1, 2008
PVC is a versatile material for making decorative and useful items around the house. You can be as creative as you want, but if you're just starting out, try the following process...
February 12, 2008
Don't you love walking into a friend's well-decorated house? If your entryway looks like a blank canvas, here are a few easy things you can do to make a great first impression.
February 4, 2008
Gardening and plant care is one of the best life science or biology projects you can use in your classroom. Here are some tips for finding and getting grants to finance your gardening...
November 5, 2007
Tips for making a small space seem more expansive.
October 9, 2007
This fun Saturday project will make your daughter feel like a princess. A bed canopy will add pizazz to that otherwise boring bed.
October 9, 2007
If you have an old lawn glider bench that is on its last legs, this article will show you how to rebuild and refinish it. You will be walked through the entire project from start...
October 2, 2007
Do you know the difference between a Cape Cod and a Tudor? A bi-level from a split-level home? Learn what each has to offer and how they vary.
September 24, 2007
Do's and don'ts for selecting quality flatware that is dishwasher safe, sturdy, well-made and affordable. Style, brand and design detail suggestions as well as cost saving options...
August 13, 2007
Turn your home into the space you've always wanted with a few easy changes and steps. There's no place like home but most of us leave it to feel pampered.
December 11, 2006
The best way to understand Feng Shui is to practice it. In the beginning there are some words and concepts that will be helpful when you start using principles of Feng Shui.
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December 11, 2006
As parents, we want to give our children all the advantages that we can. Feng Shui is a great way to help. Get them involved and teach them Feng Shui, too, and see results for...
November 21, 2006
Now that you've finally decided on which portable air conditioner to buy, it is important that you follow these tips so as to use your portable air conditioner properly: ...
October 30, 2006
If you are in the market for a shelving unit, you may feel slightly overwhelmed at all of the options you have. Before you head off to your local building supply store, however,...
October 25, 2006
Perhaps you are spending a year studying out of state or perhaps your wife just kicked you out. Whatever the reason, sometimes you need furniture fast and don't have the time,...
September 22, 2006
Let's face it: moving is always a big pain in the butt. You have to pack everything up, carry heavy items around awkward corners and hope you don't break anything fragile....
April 17, 2006
While hanging wallpaper appears to be an arduous task, you really need not be afraid of ruining your marriage over it or permanently attaching yourself to the wall. If you can...
April 8, 2006
To hang a picture on brick, you can use one of two hanging tools depending on the amount of masonry around the brick. Brick clips cost approximately $5.00 for a pack of two,...
April 7, 2006
So, your baby has declared that they aren't a baby anymore and want their bedroom to be more grown-up. As hard as it can be to see them getting older, little kids must turn into...
April 6, 2006
Removing wallpaper can be a daunting task, especially if you are dealing with a large room that is papered from top to bottom. The task can be made easier, however, by following...
November 5, 2001
Using lining paper
Lining paper is cheap and improves the look of less than perfect walls and acts as a base for paint too. Used under wallpaper it should be pasted on horizontally...
October 6, 2001
Got a scratch in a piece of wooden furniture ?
Rub the scratch with a similar coloured wax crayon, then finish with wood polish.
