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Why pay a hefty sum for a Japanese-style lantern when you can make one by recycling décor items? Most Oriental lamps are handmade, which gives the lighting fixture its unique character. Here are...
Don't go blindly into cleaning your window dressings. Follow these easy steps.
Cleaning blinds is no fun, and usually no matter how much you wipe with a dust cloth or magic duster, they still seem dirty. This how-to is for serious blind-cleaning, no messing around here!
Making your own bamboo blinds can be both challenging and rewarding. Bamboo blinds can transform a busy downtown apartment room into a relaxing island paradise. Well, something like that.
How to build a professional shade pergola or arbor that will look good and last 20+ years. Whether you want to build for shade or just curb appeal these instructions can be adapted to any size...
Vertical Blinds are most often found on sliding glass doors, such as you might have on your rear deck or patio. However, vertical blinds can also be found on windows. They are made up of three...
It happens after a damp summer or in a closed up room... MILDEW. Moisture on window panes and dust on window blinds makes the perfect environment for mold and mildew. Here's how to remove those.
Got dirty blinds that need a good cleaning? Let's get them clean and ready to re-hang!
It is not really very difficult to make wood shutters; especially the simple vertical-slat type of wood shutters. While this particular design is basic, it can certainly add character to most any...
Learn how to make a variety of wooden shutters.
You probably open and close your window blinds every morning and evening, so any problem with their operation becomes a daily source of annoyance. Try these steps. Keep in mind that most...
Your kitten may not seem quite so cute after she's managed to topple the tree. Stabilize a Christmas tree before you adorn it with your precious ornaments. People (and pets) have been known to do...
Many people buy used cribs or obtain handed-down cribs from family members. In the past, there weren't many safety guidelines in place to protect consumers, and more than 50 babies per year are...
Enjoy a bit of America's early beginnings and make a Shaker rocking chair. Founded in America in the 18th century, Shakers, a religious sect, took pride in their simple, unadorned furniture. With...
Whether you live next door to a school, are wedged in between single family homes with little more than a patio garden, or find that the freeway is much noisier than you had thought, learning how...
When new parents are expecting their first baby it can be an exciting time! One of the biggest purchases parents will need to make is the crib. While a crib should be a comfortable, cozy haven...
Find replacement vertical blinds to fill in those "missing teeth" in the window. The purpose of vertical blinds is to cover a window to block out the sun and elements, and to provide...
Modern radios typically contain two antennas. The FM antenna is the metal rod that extends and swivels. The AM antenna is normally inside the radio. An AM antenna is made up of wire wrapped into a...
"He had discovered a great law of human action, without knowing it - namely, that in order to make a man or a boy covet a thing, it is only necessary to make the thing difficult to attain." - Mark...
The term "rustic furniture" describes furniture that has a hand-made appearance. The classic Adirondack garden chair is a prime example of rustic furniture that you can make yourself. Adirondack...
An Adirondack chair is one of those seats that begs you to sit down. There's also nothing quite like the satisfaction you'll get when you build one yourself. Here are instructions on how to build...
Planter caddies help you move your large and heavy container plants from one area to another without having to do heavy lifting. Also known as "planter trolley," "plant dolly," or "pot mover," a...
There is nothing quite so relaxing as sitting in a rocking chair and rocking after a tough day. Did you ever wish you could make a rocking chair of your own? Get ready to rock your way to...
A chain link fence is an affordable and versatile option for both residential and commercial areas. Chain link fencing is available in a number of shapes, textures and sizes, and can be customized...
Shutters are a great way to add style, function, and beauty to the exterior of your home. They are also one of several improvements that can allow you to add value to your home when considering a...
A crib is probably the most important purchase you will make for your new baby since your baby may be spending some 12-16 hours per day in this crib, at least at first, and may be sleeping in this...
Westport, New York in the Adirondack Mountains is the birthplace of the Westport chair. Some people believe that the iconic Adirondack chair is the descendant of the Westport. Although it appears...
Usually made of vinyl or metal, the slats of the venetian blind run horizontal along a set of strings. For proper fit, the venetian blind is usually measured in width, in relation to the window...
Providing supplemental support to bed slats can prevent sagging that may occur in mattresses. This article describes one simple method to add slat support and prevent this problem from occurring.
By putting a bumper pad on this way, you can solve many little, but important, problems: better airflow, baby can't pull pad down over her/him, little arms and legs can't get stuck in between...
Window shades are a must have for privacy. They come in all shapes, sizes, widths and lengths. If you have been fortunate enough to stumble upon a window shade on sale that is perfect for your...
Clean mini blinds without taking them down to avoid leaving windows uncovered. Blinds collect dust, insect debris and stains from spills and splatters. Window coverings and pull strings can also...
If you're like many parents, the first thought you have when putting your baby into a crib for the first time is that his arms and legs could easily get caught between the slats. To combat this...
Wood ceilings come in a variety of patterns and installation techniques, creating different texture effects. While some are linear, others are cubed or grooved. They are installed on a metal frame...
When making a rocking chair, it is easiest to buy the parts pre-cut and sanded. Oak is the sturdiest, and most recommended wood to use. Below are instructions on how to assemble an old fashioned...
When walls are to be covered by stucco, horizontal wooden slats are secured to the studs in the walls, which are then covered by mesh. Stucco is applied to a wall of mesh and can separate from it...
Building your own mountain bike trail is a very rewarding process. Not only will you enjoy the satisfaction of working with your hands, you will have created a quick getaway to pursue your true...
I've been building a tiny house from mostly scrap wood and shipping pallets. The idea is that when it's done it will cost nothing. All expenses will be offset by selling free stuff I find on...
The strength-and weakness-of futons is their adaptability. Many wooden futon frames can be folded into a couch, or laid out flat as a bed. The trouble is that a futon that doubles as a couch or a...
Shutters are a classic exterior or interior window treatment. Decorative or functional, wood or metal, hung at a window or fashioned into a screen or room divider, shutters accessorize your home's...
Do you have a garage that is used for everything but parking cars? Imagine pulling up to your garage and seeing all of your possessions neatly organized. Garage organization systems let you...
Here you will learn to build a platform bed. With the help of "How to Build a Platform bed ebook".
Blinds are a pretty costly investment. When one of the slats bends or breaks, they can make your investment look worthless. It's always a good idea to keep replacement slats on hand, but if you...
Tambour desk making is an antique craft that was originally developed in colonial America. The tambour desk is similar to the roll-top desk with the exception that the tambour desk's slats run...
Plantation blinds are ideal when the view from your window is less than attractive. They allow you to keep the bottom blinds closed while the top remains open to allow in light. Plantation blinds...
Like everyone else, you probably have a handful of lone socks and you're hoping that one day the mate shows up. It's time to give up hope and find something useful for those socks. The following...
A playpen provides a protected and enclosed place for a baby to play independently, but it's imperative for caregivers to ensure that the playpen meets certain safety standards. Follow these steps...
A wagon is one of those necessary toys that every child should have. It's great for indoor and outdoor play. But the wagon will be even more special if you can build it together. And constructing...
You've discovered you're about to become a parent and you want to get ready. On your list is a crib. Would you like to make one? It's easier than you think. Read this eHow to learn more.
Many people have cribs that are beloved and have a long history with the family. There are ways to refurbish the crib and meet today's safety standards.
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