Can't do this now with paper wrappers but back in the early 60's my mom used the foil wrappers instead of aluminum foil for baking potatoes. Of course she came of age in the depression and never wa...
I made an awesome coffee table from a pallet once.Less than 100 bucks and 3/4 of that was the glass top. Rest was paint, sandpaper and fence finials for legs.
Either. I have a blonde wood MC chest with two small upper drawers and six larger below (4 next to 4). It has been used as both in several rentals but probably more as a sideboard. Mine has legs bu...
In my previous studio apt I had an extremely large pass thru closet/dressing room between the main room and bathroom. I decided I wanted more living and entertainment space so I put a simple painte...
Don't know about there but in Texas bark mulch tends to attract wood roaches. I did a garden from a trashed out space once and used the crushed stone (granite?) like you see on jogging paths. It dr...
Consider these acrylic versions of the traditional glass containers used by Mexican cafes to serve Aqua Frescas. Less than $30 and no spout to worry about cleaning...just use a large stainless ladl...
The plastic cups or webbing are the most colorful and more like folk art.Depending on your tastes and your neighborhood. I personally like the idea of bright colors but would not buy new plastic, w...
Vinegar and water has completely replaced my all purpose spray cleanser and toilet cleaner. The smell disappears rapidly taking any cooking odors along at the same time. So cheap compared to store ...
Years ago when I had a shabby chic bedroom with tons of vintage textiles I used an old chenile bedspread that draped nicely. The nice thing is you can use a bedspread/tapestry with center holes or ...
I don't have the plans anymore but I once made an awsome contemporary coffee table from a used pallet. Sand, paint, then affix wooden fence finials (tops) for legs. only real expense was the glass ...
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Oh please don't diss the curtains. That vintage barkcloth is lovely in the right setting and quite collectible today.
Can't do this now with paper wrappers but back in the early 60's my mom used the foil wrappers instead of aluminum foil for baking potatoes. Of course she came of age in the depression and never wa...
I made an awesome coffee table from a pallet once.Less than 100 bucks and 3/4 of that was the glass top. Rest was paint, sandpaper and fence finials for legs.
Either. I have a blonde wood MC chest with two small upper drawers and six larger below (4 next to 4). It has been used as both in several rentals but probably more as a sideboard. Mine has legs bu...
In my previous studio apt I had an extremely large pass thru closet/dressing room between the main room and bathroom. I decided I wanted more living and entertainment space so I put a simple painte...
Don't know about there but in Texas bark mulch tends to attract wood roaches. I did a garden from a trashed out space once and used the crushed stone (granite?) like you see on jogging paths. It dr...
Consider these acrylic versions of the traditional glass containers used by Mexican cafes to serve Aqua Frescas. Less than $30 and no spout to worry about cleaning...just use a large stainless ladl...
The plastic cups or webbing are the most colorful and more like folk art.Depending on your tastes and your neighborhood. I personally like the idea of bright colors but would not buy new plastic, w...
Red one absolutely. Painted white or a bright with a bold fabric
Can I have the poster? :)
Vinegar is unbelievably effective, especially in the kitchen.
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I use IKEA PEVA liners also and they will wash once or twice or for the price just replce.
Vinegar and water has completely replaced my all purpose spray cleanser and toilet cleaner. The smell disappears rapidly taking any cooking odors along at the same time. So cheap compared to store ...
Use black and white either larger or smaller pattern. Small, medium, large usually works well.
Years ago when I had a shabby chic bedroom with tons of vintage textiles I used an old chenile bedspread that draped nicely. The nice thing is you can use a bedspread/tapestry with center holes or ...
How about dashboard hulu girl? A friend did that on a business trip and took photos (cabs, cockpit, etc.)
Great rooms. But my cats would immediately demolish that nice row of pez dispencers
I don't have the plans anymore but I once made an awsome contemporary coffee table from a used pallet. Sand, paint, then affix wooden fence finials (tops) for legs. only real expense was the glass ...
Nice I may try one on the patio. If you think LA has scorching summers, try Houston!!