99 Things You Probably Didn't Know You Can Compost Anybody who has a composting bin or compost pile at their house knows that old apple cores, banana peels and potato skins can be composted. The list of items that can be composted doesn’t stop there, in fact, it barely scratches the surface. Did you know that you can compost an old tea bag? There are many compostable items, and this list will get you started with the first ninety-nine. If you are composting for an organic garden use organic starting materials. The Basics Do you compost at home? - Dr.
DIY Painted Particle Board Floor (Mmmm, Teal) | Dans le Lakehouse If you follow me on Instagram, you might have caught a peek of a project that's been keeping me busy. A local computer shop is moving from their current retail and tech space to a smaller spot in need of some TLC. It's downtown, with excellent parking (a rare combination!), so things like missing baseboards and particle board floors were overlooked. At first I was a little intimidated by the amount of work to do, especially because the budget is miniscule and I'm being paid in tacos (that's not a euphemism for cash). But I'm always up for a DIY challenge! The former tenants had put down what looks like some kind of oriented strand board (or engineered wood particle board), which had become badly stained from water damage and general foot traffic. Putting something cheap over the particle board, like a peel and stick tile or even click laminate, wasn't an option because it's not 100% level (it's an older building, which exacerbates the wonky installation). The floor turned out lovely.
High Functioning Coat Hooks Back in Los Angeles, any old coat rack or a few hooks by the door would do. Most of us would just toss a jacket in the back of the car in the winter months. But here in Vermont we need a little more. Many of the vernacular farm houses I visit have at least a half dozen hooks per person lined up in their mud rooms. Materials, for each hanger you'll need: One cleaned or refinished paint can. 2 screws long enough to reach into wall studs. Tools: Long handled screwdriver or screw gun with sufficient extensions to reach bottom of can. Step one: With the handle in a horizontal position, layout and make 2 small mounting holes at the top and bottom of the can within an inch or less of the edge. Step two: locate and mark stud position on wall for upper screw position. Step three: Screw through the upper hole of the can into the wall stud but not quite snug to the wall. Step four: Straighten the can and screw through the lower hole of the can into the wall stud snug to the wall.
A Budget-Friendly Aqua Kitchen Makeover | Dans le Lakehouse Stick a fork in it, the kitchen is done and it's time for the big reveal! What better day to show off the turquoise kitchen I've been dreaming about since last summer (actually, since August 2012) than on my 30th birthday? I wish I had added "awesome aqua kitchen" to my 30 before 30 list because a whole bunch of things didn't get done while I was making magic happen in here. UPDATE: Since sharing this post, I've added some art and reorganized a bit. I'm never "done" with a space. Anyway, here's a sneak peek at how it looks today, but read on for more before and after photos and budget breakdown. Do you remember what it looked like before? This makeover, as smitten as I am with it, is temporary-ish. The upper cabinets were removed because they were so small and offered so little storage space. To replace the storage we ripped down, Hubby and I built a simple open pantry from plywood, which was primed and painted to match the walls (using a semi-gloss finish). And the kitchen now:
7 Ideas For Storing and Organizing Your Beauty Loot Like a Champ: Girls in the Beauty Department Oh, Pinterest, that loveable holder of great ideas—it's full of inspiration that'll get your beauty loot under control. Here are a few you can steal! Genius idea 1: Use Ikea spice racks for you to hold your hair supplies: Source: suiterevival.blogspot.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 2: Hang a jewelry box on the wall and tuck all sorts of stuff in it. Source: shelterness.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 3: Use pretty cake stands to stack everything up. Source: thiscasita.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 4: Use a magazine holder to hold your hairdryer. Source: thesuels.blogspot.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 5: Put the inside of your medicine cabinet to work. Source: homedit.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 6: Use an office supplies holder to keep things at hand. Source: storagegeek.tumblr.com via Beth on Pinterest Genius idea 7: Create a magnetic board (and glue magnets to the back of your makeup). Source: kandeej.com via Beth on Pinterest Life-changing, I tell you.
Pneumatic Addict : DIY Industrial Storage Cubbies Our new house, like many houses, is full of stuff. Some good stuff, some junky stuff. Stuff that needs to find a home. Inspired by vintage metal locker systems I have seen, I decided to build a cubby storage system to hide all the crap we have laying around. The frame accommodates nine, standard 12" x 12" cubbies. Its pretty quick to build and can be put together with off-the-shelf lumber. Materials List: Cut List: (18) 1 x 12 @ 12-1/2"(9) 1 x 2 @ 10-1/2"(9) 12" x 12-1/2" - 3/4" plywood(9) 6" sections - leather strap1. 2. 3. At this point, I painted the wood frames with 2 coats of a hammered texture spray paint and allowed to dry. 4. Pre-drill multiple, evenly spaced holes about 3/8" from the sides of the metal panels. 5. I found 1-1/2" wide leather straps at Joann Fabric for $14. The 1 x 2 cross piece not only gives strength to the cubbie's structure, it gives you a place to mount hardware. 6. I had to trim about 1/4" from the backside of the spine on each end. Let's be friends!
DIY Fashion-Forward Bracelets When money is tight, but fabulous fashion is a necessity, try out your crafting skills to make something new and fantastic. These bracelets are sure to impress and look quite expensive, but all they require is some gold chain and friendship bracelet yarn, both of which you can find at a craft store like Michael’s Art Supply. Make one signature piece or stack a bunch for a layered look! BFrend Bracelets by Monika You can find the full blog post here to see more styles of these bracelets. Another fun and very creative bracelet is this one made out of gold or silver nuts, normally used to secure bolts. Amazing what you can create with such inexpensive items!
Shiplap styled BAKERY kitchen signFunky Junk Interiors I dream of a farmhouse kitchen, filled with the Heavenly scent of fresh, homemade baking. It reminds me of my Grandma’s house. She made homemade bread nearly every single day. My mom was an avid baker too! So… what happened to me? I guess I’d just rather make decor for it than actually do it… so BAKERY it is! BAKERY is a brand new addition to Funky Junk’s Old Sign Stencils! The big, bold letters on a soft curve offer lots of vintage PUNCH, with the subtext continuing your BAKERY story. With a super fun added twist… BAKERY mixes and matches with LUNCH (sold separately, reveal on blog tomorrow!) Or, purchase them both at the same time, and receive a discount! I think during winter, we ought to be stocking our pantries with delicious home baked goods while the snow is blowing. No snow… no baking here though. So… let’s make this fun BAKERY sign, rustic shiplap style! How to make this shiplap styled BAKERY kitchen sign 1. * wood had been pressure washed and sanded prior. 2. 3. 4. A perfect fit!
Style Scrapbook: DIY: YELLOW CLUTCH March 19, 2011 in Uncategorized by Andy And because I like keeping my word, here is the how.to.make.this.bag step-by-step… C’mon, its Saturday, you have no school, no work, you probably have a party later today, but you are free right now, so get the fabric, scissors, pins and let the party begin!, then, you take your new clutch to tonight’s party? How does that sound? Laters! Traduccion: Y como soy una mujer de palabra, aquí esta el como hacer la bolsa, paso a paso … Es Sábado, no tienes clases, no tienes que ir a trabajar, ¡No hay excusas! Andy Having LUNCH with an old window - and how to stencil on glassFunky Junk Interiors Most often, I grab a plank of old wood in order to make an old sign. But not today! I had these two old window frames in my stash, waiting to be loved in some exciting, new way. And I’m glad I held off. I think the LUNCH stencil suits either of these windows, in theme and design! Can you hear the noon whistle sound? The LUNCH stencil is a brand new addition to Funky Junk’s Old Sign Stencils lineup! The bold letters, designed on a slight curve, give it a timeless PUNCH, and the subtext furthering your lunchtime story. If that doesn’t spell piping hot soup and freshly made sandwiches, I don’t know what does! There’s one more detail not to be missed… LUNCH and BAKERY (sign tutorial here) can completely mix and match, getting you even more mileage out of your investment. Get them both at the same time, and they are discounted too! Now, stenciling on glass is way different than on a wood surface. How to stencil on CLEAR GLASS 1. 2. I found the pouncing of a stencil brush removed most of the paint. 3.