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Display Name: PrettyHandyGirl
Personal URL: http://www.prettyhandygirl.com
Member Since: 6/28/11

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What a fantastic list of DIY blogs! I can't wait to check them all out. Thanks for the nomination, it made my day ;-).

Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl


Best Home Project & DIY Blog The Homies 2013
2/6/13 11:42 PM

Katie, I love those little trees!!! I'd like to use it in a round up of crafts that can be made with kids for holiday gifts. The post would be published on TLC's Parentables.com website. May I have your permission to use a photo and link back to this post?


Easiest Christmas Craft Ever
10/21/11 10:06 PM

Ahem. A toolbox for the little handyman or handygirl ;-).

Cute tools and carrier. I might have to add it to my kid's Christmas list or attempt to make my own. What a great find.

-Brittany (aka Pretty Handy Girl)


Etsy Find: A Wood Toolbox For the Little Handyman
7/8/11 11:41 PM

The results look great! I love the transformation you made with this desk.

If you don't mind me making a few suggestions for future projects or your readers:

It is a good idea to use primer to seal the wood and give your paint a surface to stick to. This may have been the problem with the paint at first.

Second, it really isn't necessary to work with oil based paints anymore. New technology has created very strong and durable latex paints. Just ask your local Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore or other paint stores. You can also get a high gloss finish from the paint or water based gloss polyurethane (which is a good protector for any piece of furniture that will see some wear.

Anyway, a nice first effort on your part! ;-)

Brittany (aka PrettyHandyGirl)
http://www.prettyhandygirl.com


Real Life Design Lessons: When Your DIY Seems Doomed
6/28/11 4:01 PM