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How A Little Paint From The Hardware Store Can Make A Big Difference Around The House

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Do you enjoy fast projects that give you great results without a huge sacrifice of time? If so, picking up a little paint from the hardware store is all you need to give your home a refreshing look. A little paint is all you need to add a splash of color to your home and most projects will only take a small amount of time to complete. Dress up your front door 

4 November 2022

Designs To Consider When You Buy A Praying Hands Figurine

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If you believe in the power of prayer and like the idea of having items decorating your home that represent this mindset, one thing to consider shopping for is a praying hands figurine. These figurines vary in size, but all share the common design trait of featuring a pair of hands that are pressed together in prayer. You may appreciate having this figurine in your home because of the powerful message that it sends.

15 November 2021

Building A Model Airplane? Visit Your Local Hardware Store For These Supplies

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Building a model airplane can be a time-consuming hobby, but one that pays off when you see your creation soaring high in the sky. Most hobbyists buy model airplane kits, which can provide you with most of the basic materials that you'll need to construct the model. However, you may need to purchase a few additional supplies to complete the project, and your local hardware store can be a good place to visit for these items.

6 October 2020

Decorate A Corner Of Your Back Yard With A Tropical-Themed Setting To Relax In

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If a tropical paradise is your ideal destination and you would like to be reminded of such a place by decorating a corner of your backyard with tropical-themed furnishings and foliage, the following project will help you achieve this goal and provide you with an area to relax after a strenuous day working long hours: Materials bamboo privacy screens canopy hammock (metal frame) bamboo patio table and chairs clay pots roll of two-sided tape stencils drop cloth craft paint paintbrushes clear sealer potting soil small shovel tropical plants or small trees watering can water tiki torches string lights Place Privacy Screens And Furniture In The Back Yard

4 October 2017

3 Reasons To Collect Early Brass Hardware Catalogs

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The last thing that you might have ever thought about collecting was old catalogs that display pictures and information about hardware pieces that were available for sale during various time periods. However, a surprising number of people collect these, and it can actually be a great hobby to get into. Here's why. 1. Learn Your History First of all, you should know that you can really learn a lot of history by looking at these old catalogs.

8 July 2017

Nifty Nautical Crafting Ideas That Will Bring A Maritime Touch To Your Home

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Put a personal spin on your home décor with some simple and nifty nautical projects that are both fun and easy to complete. These will bring a distinctly-maritime feel to your home's spaces, and also make a thoughtful gift to share with any old salt! Three simple and stunning nautical projects are: Maritime flag pillows. Give your room, space, or sofa a pop of color with some vibrant, bold nautical flag pillows.

27 April 2017

Three Beautiful Ways To Display Treasured Family Heirlooms In Your Home

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Treasured family heirlooms sometimes spend too much time in boxes and too little time being admired in your home. Instead of leaving clothes, jewelry and other mementos in boxes in your attic or basement, use these unique ideas to create a beautiful decor addition that displays these items in your home. Frame Each Child's Baby Clothes If you've kept the outfit your baby came home from the hospital in or you have a few favorite outfits you couldn't part with, turn them into beautiful wall art by having them framed.

29 September 2015

Beautifully Displayed Art Makes Your House A Home

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Chances are, your home is filled with art that's hidden away, whether because you don't know what to do with it, or because the pieces are objects you've never thought of as art. Displaying them in a creative way allows you to surround yourself with beautiful things that have personal meaning for you. Frame It You can frame nearly anything from your children's artwork to greeting cards and postcards to select pieces of your grandmother's jewelry and silverware.

9 January 2015