Do you have a vegetable garden? And you are looking for tips on how to grow fruits and vegetables easily? You are in the right place ! You will also need our homemade insect repellents.
Introduction A simple garland wrapped in twine is the perfect canvas to display colorful tassels. Use as many tassels as you like and incorporate a color palette to match your style. Step 1 Picasa Make the tassels Gently pull 6 to 8 inches of embroidery floss and cut it off the skein. Cut t
Clear acrylic trays are a dime a dozen. You can find the big ones, the small ones and some even have compartments. Practical yes, but also a bit boring. With the help of some decoupage medium you can fix that. Jennifer perkins Glitter, beads, and confetti are just a few fun ideas to update these
Introduction Determine drive size and location Decide on the desired size for the built-in shelving unit and the approximate location on the wall. Avoid placing the unit directly above or below wall switches, outlets, or light fixtures; This will make it easier to avoid electrical wires in the w
Introduction Measure the area To keep drywall dust off your monitors, install your speakers first. Measure from the wall to get the horizontal location of the two outermost speakers. Then measure down from the ceiling for the height. Step 1 Cut the speaker shape Use the templates that com
Step 1 Jeffrey Rowe Jeffrey Rowe Install support Install the small cube-shaped brackets on the inside corners of the window. One of the two open sides faces outwards and the other towards the center (Image 1). The blind unit fits into the brackets with the cords facing the room (Image 2).
Introduction Gather tools and materials Folding chair straps dont usually last as long as aluminum frames. To reattach the seat and back, nylon cord works best because it is strong and weather resistant. Step 1 Prepare the chair frame Use a screwdriver to remove the old straps from the c
Step 1 Rennai Hoefer Cut the honeycomb ball Cut the top and bottom of the honeycomb ball so you have a half circle. Step 2 Rennai Hoefer Make leaves and stems Cut a leaf shape out of green paper. Make a stem and vine from the brown floral wire. Step 3 Rennai Hoefer Rennai Hoefer
Introduction All you need is a quarter thickness of fabric and a terry cloth to get you going. They are a great way to display your favorite baby knits. This is a perfect sewing project for beginners, and once you get the hang of it, youll be able to move on quickly. Step 1 Cut cloth Cut th
Tools and materials 4 PVC pipe waste wood wood screws painters tape 4 colors of spray paint (18) 1/4 x 3/4 Screws with Nuts vinyl vinyls wooden peg or stick tennis balls circular or miter saw Hand saw pierce Step 1:Make template To make sure all the tubes are cut at an even angle, create a t
Introduction Introduction After youve installed a two-tone bamboo floor, youll likely have pieces left over. Recycle those leftovers and make this modern chandelier. Watch the video to learn how. Step 1 Create the base Cut a piece of plywood for the base. Pro Tip You can leave the plyw
Introduction Fabric containers We used receiving blankets to make these handy baskets, but you can also use old sheets or extra fabric scraps. Step 1 Cut cloth Cut receiving blankets into 2-inch strips. Step 2 Scrap Pile Repeat until you have cut them all. Now shed a littl
Introduction Remove the baseboard molding Remove any baseboard molding around the room. Step 1 Measurement for Wainscoting Set a laser level to the desired height of the wainscoting (this project was 53-1/2 inches) so everything is nice and level. Measure from the laser line to where the b
Step 1 Attach Tables Frame the perimeter of the wall with your pine boards, using 1x8 boards for the two outside vertical pieces and 1x4 boards for the horizontal runs. Apply regular construction adhesive to stick the boards to the wall and secure them in place. Step 2 Attach Vertical Piece
Step 1 Prepare the dining room and remove the old chair rail Although this dining room (Image 1) may look standard, there are four moldings with different start and stop points. And for this particular job, the door skin will be left alone because it meets the crown molding at the top of the
Introduction Cut the plywood Start by cutting six of the 3/4-inch plywood to 36 by 8 inches. (For this project, we used formaldehyde-free plywood, which eliminates the use of toxins typically found in most regular forms of plywood.) Step 1 Create a square frame Cut out the center pieces fo
Step 1 Consider what equipment to use To install the standards you will need appropriate wall anchors (Image 1). When installing wall anchors, drill a hole in the drywall and insert the anchor, which expands to hold the screw firmly. There are versions in plastic and also in metal for thicker
Step 1 Polyurethane Wood (Optional) Ipe, or Brazilian hickory, is a very dense hardwood with natural red and brown tones that make it a great choice for finishing work in your home. Like cedar, ipe is so dense that it is naturally resistant to moisture and does not need treatment. In fact, it i
Step 1 Measure and mark the area Measure the area where the lights will be installed and mark the border. Using a speed square, continue the line under the shelf. Mark a line across the shelf at the bottom so all the lights line up. Step 2 Drill the holes Drill holes for electrical wires w
Step 1 Create an endpoint for the registry pieces Measure the areas between the top of the doors and the ceiling (in this example, covering two corners). Then measure the other two corners from floor to ceiling. Cut a 4 x 4 pine post to length. (This will prevent the logs from mitering for the
Introduction Chelsea Jackson Wainscotting is a relatively affordable upgrade that adds a special touch to any room. Including the time to paint, this project is doable in a weekend. Standard size lumber is used to minimize cuts and make the process quite easy. Step 1 Chelsea Jackson Che