Entry #690, October 5, 2011 Halloween and October is a great time to let kids show their imagination. Whether you enjoy decorating and carving pumpkins or making a pumpkin talk, your kids should try one of these fun and easy Halloween kids crafts from Martha Stewart. Pumpkin Project – Candy Character Set an intact pumpkin…
Guest Blog #173, Entry #651, September 10, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! From water conservation to spending less money to run water in your home, saving water is essential. Today, see how saving water can be made easier by installing technological plumbing fixtures in your home. From low flow toilets and shower heads to Energy standard…
Have you thought about installing in-wall speakers? For those of you who dream of having a home theater with superior sound, and want the look of a professional installation, today’s project is for you. Today I show you a video on how to install home theater in-wall speakers. In-wall speakers look gorgeous, because they are…
Guest Blog #164, Entry #640, September 2, 2011 Today is Friday, and I’m always trying to think of a great DIY project for the upcoming weekend. While many projects require more preparation than others, there are some that are easy. My Guest Blogger today gives easy DIY tips for making over you bathroom in a…
Guest Blog #163, Entry #639, September 1, 2011 We’ve all been there. You’re hosting a party and one of your guests spills some wine, or bumps into you when you’re serving up the spaghetti, and a nice big dollop ends up on the floor – staining your lovely new carpet. Next time it happens, don’t…
Guest Blog #161, Entry #636, August 31, 2011 Sure, you have selected the flooring you adore for your home, but how do you know how to measure it for your interior spaces? Measuring and calculating how much flooring you will need will be important for your budget, as well as getting enough materials. My Guest…
Guest Blog #157, Entry #631, August 27, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! If you are trying to determine how to make use of hand-me-down chairs from your grandmother’s house, or you just found some killer dining room chairs at a garage sale, but the upholstery looks awful, how about reupholstering? Image courtesy of Urban Jane Today,…
Guest Blog #150, Entry #622, August 18, 201 Bathroom renovations are one of the most popular renovations homeowners choose for their homes. When it comes to the physical remodel, deciding to do it yourself (DIY) or hiring a plumber can be an essential part to the execution of your bathroom remodel. Image courtesy of Calfinder…
Guest Blog #146, Entry #617, August 13, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! If you’re contemplating adding a tile backsplash to your kitchen, you know the time, materials, and mess can be more of a chore than you had anticipated. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for applying a self adhesive kitchen backsplash. See what the advantages…
Guest Blog #142, Entry #613, August 9, 2011 When growing up. my sister and I were taught how to do everything by our parents. Especially our dad, who taught us how to change the oil in the car, fix a leaky faucet, and replace the air filters in the house air conditioner. There was never…
Entry #610, August 6, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! For most of you preparing for back to school time, there are still a few weeks left of August to throw an outdoor summer party. Whether you are holding a small intimate gathering or a large pool or beach party – getting your outdoor area ready is…
Guest Blog #129, Entry #596, July 23, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! Are you in the process of buying a home and considering if you should get a home inspection? Today’s DIY is for you. Many homebuyers put off a home inspection due to cost and then learn months or years down the road that they…