Adventures in Permitting – Tips and Tactics
A few months ago I moved into a new house and found myself with two dogs and no fenced yard. After about a week of taking Kirby outside on a leash I was seriously questioning …
Written by: Karen
Karen
Chalk Up Another Completed Project – DIY Chalk Paint Chalkboard
This past weekend I decided to create a framed chalkboard. I wanted someplace to post my weekly menu so I didn’t get asked every day “what’s for dinner?” I was going to buy one, but …
Written by: Karen
Happiness Is A Warm Mudroom
About ten years ago I bought a house that had a dedicated mudroom, and now I’m hooked. After that I kept asking myself “how did I survive all these years without a mudroom?!?” If you have …
Written by: Karen
Architecture, Building Materials, Decks, DIY Discussion, How To
I Can See Clearly Now the Rails Are Gone – Install Your Own Cable Railing!
I moved to Atlanta about 5 years ago and one of the things I noticed about this city is that they seem to go through building style phases. I can almost tell just by looking at …
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When the 70s Call Asking For Their Cabinets Back, Hang Up and Bring Them Into This Century
Are your cabinets in good condition but old, worn out and dated looking (kind of like me!)? With just a few tweaks you can bring them into this century and get another 10 to 15 …
Written by: Karen
Decor, DIY Discussion, Green, How To, Woodworking
Upcycled DIY Pallet Coffee Table – Bring On The Cocktails!
In case you haven’t noticed, there’s a pallet reuse movement afoot. Never one to be left out of the latest fad I decided to grab a few pallets and build myself a “rustic industrial” coffee …
Written by: Karen
Building Materials, DIY Discussion, Restoration, Windows & Doors
Wood Repair? Move Over Auto Body Filler, KwikWood is Here
If you’ve ever had a dog then you know how destructive they can be, especially when they’re puppies, and I have two! I have a 5 year old Australian Cattle Dog aptly named Kirby (he …
Written by: Karen