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Last summer we had just moved to the North Country part of New York State. We had a major ant infestation and unfortunately none of the suggestions listed from Reader's Digest worked at first. I ev...

I LOVE JDodit's idea of the chiffarobe/home office. The only thing different I would do is maybe put it on a lazy susan so it spins around to position it around easier, or on wheels to move it arou...

Oh yeah and I like jeffnyc's idea of adding the black crystals... or regular clear crystals. Try it and see if you like it after you have painted the chandelier! And definitely show us the after!!!

I would definitely use a glossy finish spray paint after you have prepped prepped prepped!!! The gloss will reflect light so the ornateness of the chandelier isn't lost. And I say PREP PREP PREP be...

I always go to friends for the artwork...or do it myself. It's always been free! I hung tons of absolutely wonderful photographs my hobby photographer friend took and what's even better is that if ...

We've moved tons. About 9 times in the last 6 years for various reasons (military and fixed income being those reasons). It took until this last move to get these tips down pat though LOL. I must s...

I would love to see the photography studio put in that space! Like Will Whiskey, I agree with the backdrop idea... but since you have an issue with putting holes in the walls I would use velcro for...

I would buy one of the properties and greenovate it into a flat for my family. All those Windows!!! Let alone the garages that come with it LOL. My husband would LOVE that! I think the only thing I...

Hey BEPSF I once saw on a design show on either HGTV or DIY Network where they took the back and sides of a winged couch to make a winged headboard... you should be able to find the instructrions o...

I LOVE this post!!!!! I am re-decorating my bedroom in the black white and blue colors. I was wondering where I can find the "curvy patterned drapes"?!?!? I clicked on the link for Ideal Home but c...

If you want to leave the finish brass and want an earth-friendly way to clean it... I used ketchup to clean the vintage brass knobs on a dresser I inherited. You just take the hardware off and let ...

I agree with a lot of posters here for a good portion of suggestions. Here are my suggestions:some the same some different. 1) no vertical blinds. If can't take them down open and leave open ...

My grandparents are fortunately still alive. When I moved up to NNY last year (where they and most of the extended family lives) they gave me and my husband an absolutely GORGEOUS dresser. It was g...

Fairgirl you are AWESOME! Thanks so much for answering those questions for me!!! I do believe this is the method I am going to go for starting as soon as I get back from my vaca!!! Thanks again!

First let me say that I love all the posts on composting! I'm researching before I start to find the best options for me in my apartment and general knowledge and your posts and links help out trem...

I haven't started composting yet. I've been researching for the best method for me and just general knowledge since no in my family has ever done it. Thanks so much for your guys' posts on this! VE...

OMG I just bought a desk EXACTLY like that from Craigslist this weekend! It's still in really good condition for the age so I'm still not sure if I am going to paint it or not... but GREAT job! Ver...

If you are worried of keeping the value of this desk, I would suggest having it appraised. An appraiser will probably know whether these desks were painted or stained when it was made originally. T...

I think you are doing the right thing. Calling the police, being anonymous, and having a healthy fear/concern for the woman involved and you/your girlfriends safety. It is definitely a tough situat...

I've seen this for years and have always loved it... would make it myself but I have no need for a shared desk area like that. Anyone know where I can get either instructions on how to make those h...