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Liz

Liz is a professional, custom picture framer based in Central New York. She and her contractor husband are currently renovating their second home together. At the time of this writing, they are not on speaking terms. Her love of making stuff with wood and DIY home projects began by watching her Dad. (It was also around this time Liz's incessant use of "colorful language" took root.) She's an avid gardener, stellar cook and doesn't throw like a girl: an all-around rad chick.

Decor, Painting, Resources

Exterior Wood Stains -The Kind You Brush On – Not Scrub Off

I feel as though I spend a large portion of my time desperately trying to remove stains, usually to no avail. So, it’s kind of a treat to be writing about applying stains instead. If …

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Written by: Liz

February 10, 2012

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Green, Resources, Smart Home

Stop Your Closet from Acting as a Wind Tunnel with Dow Spray Foam Sealant

Okay, so some of you may be aware we have a sheetrock repair/faux beam bedroom remodel in the works, which is bad enough. Closet interiors were the last thing on my mind though, until we …

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Written by: Liz

February 7, 2012

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Green, How To, Woodworking

How to Build a Wine Rack From Salvaged Wood

This wine rack is made from salvaged 2×10 wood (pine for the shelves and upright supports and cherry for the wine bottle holders), left over from another project. Overall dimensions for this wine rack are …

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Written by: Liz

February 3, 2012

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Architecture, Building Materials, Decor

Faux Beam Work: Part 2

Okay, so some of you may have read the first installment of this article “Mud ‘n Tape For the Last Time With Faux Beam Work,” and here’s the wrap up. As you can see from …

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Written by: Liz

January 20, 2012

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Architecture, DIY Discussion, Woodworking

Permanently Camouflage Stress Cracks in Ceiling and Corner Joints – Mud n’ Tape for the Last Time with Faux Beam Work – Part 1

If any of you are as sick as I am of dealing with stress cracks, mudding/taping over and over again, and worse yet, repainting every few years, then this may be a solution for you. …

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Written by: Liz

January 13, 2012

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Garage

A Strip Club in Your Garage – Your HOA’s Gonna Love This Garage Door Art

Garage doors are typically pretty boring — functional, but not much to look at — until now. Style Your Garage has come up with a product that will make you the envy of all your …

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Written by: Liz

January 11, 2012

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Resources, Storage

Under Stair Storage Cabinets as Seen in Workbench Magazine: Functional Storage for a Funky Space

“Workbench Magazine”, now known as “My Home, My Style”, is full of great products, tips and info for woodworkers, but these under stair storage cabinets are the best idea I’ve seen in a long while. …

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Written by: Liz

January 6, 2012

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Bath, Kitchen, Resources

Peel and Stick Metal Tiles: If You Can Manage a Band-Aid, You Can Install These Tiles

I came across these peel and stick metal tiles while browsing through This Old House’s website.  From Aspect Ideas, this tile series can be used for either practical or decorative applications. You can use them …

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Written by: Liz

January 4, 2012

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DIY Discussion, Painting

Faux Painting with Tissue Paper to Achieve a Veined Look – Or – I’m too Lazy to Repair This Wall Properly

Faux paint techniques are a cool way to make something look like something it’s not. You can make simple drywall look like it’s stone or stucco, or as if there are leaves embedded in it, …

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Written by: Liz

December 28, 2011

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Building Materials, DIY Discussion, Windows & Doors

Flashing Tape: Redundant But Often Necessary

Even with the use of flashing, water penetration may continue to be an issue. High winds are often the culprit and as seen in this picture, rot and warping can be the result. Flashing tape …

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Written by: Liz

December 26, 2011

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