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.
Step 1 Brian Patrick Flynn, Scripps Networks, LLC Trophy Bottle Toppers Step 1, Find trophies. Choosing the right trophy For a trophy to work well as a wine bottle decoration, it must be light, tall and thin. Stick with toppers approximately 2 inches to 6 inches tall with a maximum width of 3
Materials and tools: tree branch electric sander saw cutting tool punch out lamp stain polyurethane Steps: 1. Start by sanding the bark off an eight-inch tree branch hard, leaving some on the bark for visual interest. Tip:Use coarse, medium, and fine grit sandpaper for best results. 2. Us
Step 1 Cut plywood frame The main piece of plywood should be the width of the bed plus twice the thickness of the padding in the wings. It is not necessary to make and attach legs as the wings can act as legs. Step 2 Make square brackets Brackets will be used to attach the wings to th
Step 1 Draw the shape and transfer to plywood Start with a full sheet of 3/4” thick plywood. Have the hardware store cut it two inches wider than the width of your bed. The height of the headboard can be adjusted by cutting the legs to size. Be sure to save any leftover plywood for later use. I
Learn how to create a rya weave that acts as your unicorn head. Using simple tools and mesh fabric, you can create fluffy rugs, pillows, or in this case a wall hanging. Jennifer Ramos The real fun of this project starts after spinning, when you transform your rya knit into a unicorn. Decorations
Step 1 Rennai Hoefer Cut cardboard Cut the card stock into 16 1 x 11 strips. Step 2 Rennai Hoefer Cut the strips in half Set aside two red strips for a larger heart. Cut the rest of the strips in half (1 x 5-1/2) Step 3 Rennai Hoefer Staple Strips Staple two strips of the same co
Step 1 Make the rice Cut two ovals out of white fabric slightly larger than your dogs back. Step 2 Glue the rice pieces together Glue the pieces together leaving a four inch hole. Step 3 Make the puffed rice Turn the piece upside down and stuff. Close the hole with hot glue, tucking
Step 1 Cut t-shirt Fold your shirt almost in half, leaving a 1-inch gap, and cut off the bottom. Using your quilting ruler as a guide, cut the strips with a rotary cutter, making sure not to cut through the extra inch of shirt at the fold. Cut all the way down when you get to the sleeve (this
Step 1 Create the base of the table Make the base for the legs to attach to and the suitcase to sit on. Measure the suitcase and then cut the piece of plywood slightly smaller (about 2/3) than the suitcase. Step 2 Attach the legs Attach the legs/axles to the four corners of the plywood an
Introduction Upcycled tables make unique conversation pieces. These adorable ones are great because they are super sturdy, dont worry about putting your feet up; They cost little money to make and were very easy to put together. Step 1 Find the pieces Check resale stores, salvage yards, and
Susan Teare, Joanne Palmisano We found four wooden boxes at a resale store, attached them, and then added a table base. The boxes were filled with trinkets and keepsakes, then topped with tempered glass. Materials and tools: drill and 1/8 for counter sinking and a Phillips bit chop saw jigsaw or
Introduction Robust and elegant A canvas drop cloth makes a great outdoor table cover:its durable, heavy enough to withstand a strong breeze, and easy to wash. Just paint in a pattern and you have the start of a great picnic. Step 1 Measure, mark and tape Measure three inches from the edge
Introduction Learn how to build the frame to support a large plastic container and create a fun activity center for your backyard. Step 1 Measure to determine the list of cuts Measure the dimensions of your plastic bucket. Ours is a 32-quart measuring 23-5/8 x 16-3/8. To ensure that the rim
Introduction Tie it in Neckties come in a variety of patterns and colors, and you can find them at any used clothing store for very little money. This patchwork-style project is ideal for a beginning or intermediate seamstress. Give it a try! Step 1 Create a template Use brown kraft paper
Introduction Jessica Downey Photography The simplest toys are the best This catapult requires only a few materials, but provides a lot of fun. Get ready with lots of marshmallows or small pom poms for hours of play. Add competition to the fun by downloading and printing some of our goals. Plac
Introduction Ellen Foord Measure and cut Gold glitter ribbon length measurement and cut.. Step 1 Ellen Foord Apply tape Apply the glittery gold tape to the outside of the glass vase, leaving a strip at the top uncovered. Step 2 Ellen Foord Create tape dividers Measure a double-si
Introduction Painted onesie fabric is a fun and inexpensive craft to make for baby that anyone can do! Step 1 Draw pattern on paper Cut a piece of freezer paper roughly the same size as the onesie. Lay the glossy side down on the freezer paper and draw or trace your desired image onto the
Introduction Brittni Mehlhoff This doormat project uses templates to create the original design. This project can be done at any time of the year with any design. Its an inexpensive way to personalize your front entrance. Go batty Personalize your entryway with spooky bats or any spooky sha
Introduction Prepare the piece Remove wet bar hardware. Lightly sand and remove sanding dust with a box brush. Use a tack cloth to make sure all the leftover grit is picked up. Step 1 VideoFocus Mix and apply the paint. Mix black gesso (a thick, water-based primer used to prepare canvases
Step 1 Selection materials Start work in a quarry or stone yard and choose the stone for the table. Look for something proportional in size to a coffee table:about 3 feet long, 2 feet wide, and 2 inches thick (Image 1). When choosing a stone, choose the color and character, but also make sure