Nearly 20 years ago, I filmed several woodworking shows for HGTV, including one on how to make this mahogany Federal-style table. One of the two versions I made ended up stored in my barn, where I came across it last week and decided it deserved a better fate — provided I could
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Monthly Archives: January 2016
Organize and Unclutter with a Simple Media Organizer
Beneath our wall-mounted television set, we have had a jumble of receivers and players stacked atop one another next to our fireplace. I knew I had to make something to hold them, so when I saw in one of our local home improvement stores these non-plywood, pre-glued panels (on right),
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Create a Centerpiece For All Seasons
When I spotted this old wooden crate stuck away and nearly forgotten, I decided that I could find a new use for it — and create something unique for our house.
After wiping off the dust, I rubbed on a coat of clear satin Minwax® Wipe-On Poly. It sealed the wood, made minor scuff
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Sarah’s first Shelfie
Sarah of Thrifty Decor Chick has shared yet another simple and inexpensive way to decorate your home. See her how she created her first “shelfie” using to warm up her kitchen wall.
Well hello! I’m so thrilled to tell you I am this close to done with the kitchen. My list is still long
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