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20 Best Area Rugs On A Budget For Your Floor – From Amazon

December 25, 2023October 8, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
4 examples of the best low budget rugs on Amazon. Cheap area rugs on Amazon.

Did you know you can find beautiful & cheap area rugs online? Here’s my picks for the Best Area Rugs on Amazon that are super affordable!

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, Game Room, Home Decor, Shopping Lists

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I LOVE This Fun Succulent Fairy Garden Idea (This Easy DIY Is SO Cute!)

October 2, 2023October 2, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of Homemade DIY Indoor Fairy Garden with a Vintage Camper Van, dog, and succulent plants.

How CUTE is this indoor succulent fairy garden tray?! It’s a simple DIY. Here’s the easy steps to make your own fairy garden with succulents.

Categories DIY Home Decor Tags DIY Home Decor, Easy DIY, Gift Ideas, Home Decor 41 Comments

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How To Stain Over Stain Without Sanding (Quick & Easy Steps With Gel Stain)

September 26, 2023September 25, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows someone using gel stain over stain without sanding for a post about "Can I stain over stain?" With tips to change stain color without sanding.

Can you can stain over stain without sanding or stripping? YES!! Here’s the easy steps & must-do’s for how to restain wood or change stain color without sanding.

Categories DIY Paint Projects Tags DIY Tips, furniture makeover, paint tips, woodworking

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14 Best Ways To Make Your Ugly House Look Good On A Budget!

December 25, 2023August 30, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of the ugly house that needs updating. For a post about 14 ways to make your ugly house look good, inspired by the ugliest house in America.

Did you buy an ugly house & don’t know where to start? Here’s 14 affordable DIY’s I do in the 1st year to make an UGLY HOUSE LOOK GOOD.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags Best Of Lists, decorating, DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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Top 12 Reasons I Use Danish Oil On New Wood And To Restore Old Dry Wood

September 7, 2023August 20, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone using Danish Oil to restore old dry wood with text that says what is the best finish on wood furniture.

Danish Oil makes it SO EASY to finish new wood. !t’s also PERFECT when you need to restore old dry wood FAST!. And, the finish is BEAUTIFUL!

Categories DIY Paint Projects Tags Best Of Lists, Home Tip Lists, paint tips, woodworking

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How to Hang Giant Spider Decorations: Easy Outdoor Halloween Idea!

September 12, 2023August 10, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
How to decorate your house with Giant Spiders for Halloween. I LOVE this CHEAP & EASY Halloween theme on our house! Here's how to hang giant spider decorations outdoors with tons of photos to help you get the look.

I LOVE this CHEAP & EASY Halloween theme on a house! Here’s how to hang giant spider decorations outdoors with tons of photos and easy steps.

Categories Decorating Tags curb appeal, Easy DIY, Halloween, Holidays, outdoor

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50 Best Scary Halloween Decorations And 5 Great Creepy Halloween Themes

September 19, 2023August 10, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Make your house the scariest on the block! Here's my picks for the best scary Halloween decorations for your home, on any budget.

Make your house the scariest on the block with the 50 BEST SCARY Halloween decorations. Plus, 5 GREAT CREEPY Halloween themes to DIY!

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, Halloween, Holidays, Shopping Lists 8 Comments

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Testing 6 Ways To Remove Scratches On Plates And Dishes: One Winner! (Video & Steps)

August 23, 2023August 9, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of gray silverware plate scratches for a post with ways to clean and remove scratches on plates and dishes.

I just tested 6 ways people online said that you can remove scratches on plates and dishes. A few worked. But there was ONE CLEAR WINNER!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Best Of Lists, Cleaning, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Home Tip Lists

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I LOVE this Quick & Easy DIY Writing Desk With Turned Legs (Video & Steps)

October 11, 2023August 8, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Writing Desk with Turned Legs for a quick and easy beginner woodworking build plan.

You can build this beautiful & easy DIY Writing Desk with Turned Legs finished in a weekend. It’s great for homework or a home office!

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags desk, diy furniture, furniture design, Kids Furniture, woodworking

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11 Hidden Benefits Of Having An Amazon Prime Membership (That I LOVE)

December 25, 2023August 5, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Should you get an Amazon Prime Membership? Is it worth it? That depends on how you'll use it. Here's 11 HIDDEN Amazon Prime Benefits that are definitely worth the annual fee!

Is Amazon Prime worth it? It is for us! Here’s the 11 hidden benefits of having an Amazon Prime Membership that MAKE LIFE EASIER.

Categories Lifestyle Tags DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips, Shopping Lists

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3 EASY Ways To Remove Hard Water Spots On Glassware! Steps And Video

August 23, 2023August 2, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of water spots on glasses for a post with 3 easy ways to remove hard water spots on glassware.

Ready to make your cloudy glassware clear again? Here’s 3 EASY ways to remove hard water spots on glassware. Works on water spots on windows too!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Home Tip Lists

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17 Surprising Things I Learned As A Brit Living In America! (Good And Bad)

February 10, 2024July 28, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone in front of Windsor Castle for a post with 17 surprising things for a Brit living in America, British living in USA.

After 11 years, here’s 17 surprising things I learned as a Brit living in America. From income & food costs to mortgages & road trips!

Categories Life In Texas Tags Home Tip Lists, Life In Houston Texas, Texas

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10 BEST Ways To Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets (So Many Beautiful Options)

December 25, 2023July 21, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image with kitchen cabinets with crown moulding for a post with 10 ways to make short cabinets look tall. Ways to Add Height To Kitchen Cabinets.

Looking for GOOD WAYS to add height to kitchen cabinets? Here’s 10! Great for all cabinet types & these help make short cabinets look tall.

Categories Home Improvement Tags DIY molding and trim, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design, kitchen, woodworking

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How To Clean Dryer Vent From Outside And Inside (Easy Steps & Video)

December 27, 2023July 19, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone using a dryer vent cleaning kit for a post about How To Clean Out A Dryer Vent From Inside And Outside.

Want to know how to clean dryer vents from inside and outside? With these EASY STEPS you can get your dryer vent CLEAN & SAFE in 20 minutes!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Home Safety Tips, laundry

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How To Cover A Textured Ceiling With Shiplap (With Easy Steps & Video)

May 7, 2024July 11, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of shiplap on a ceiling for a post about how to cover a textured ceiling with shiplap.

Looking for a BEAUTIFUL way to cover a textured ceiling? Here’s how to install shiplap on a ceiling to get a custom look you’ll LOVE!

Categories Home Improvement Tags ceiling, DIY molding and trim, home improvement, kitchen, woodworking

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7 Most Surprising Things I Learned When I Moved To Houston Texas From Ohio!

August 23, 2023July 5, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of kids at Johnson Space Center for a post about 7 Surprising things I learned when I moved to Houston Texas from Cincinnati Ohio.

There are some unexpected things that come with any move, GOOD & BAD. Here’s 7 SURPRISING things I learned when I moved to Houston from Ohio!

Categories Life In Texas Tags Home Tip Lists, Houston, Life In Houston Texas, Texas

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7 DIY Kitchen Makeover Ideas That ABSOLUTELY Made My Boring Kitchen BEAUTIFUL

April 19, 2024June 18, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image with a large, beautiful white traditional kitchen with a shiplap ceiling and lots of trim molding. Text says 7 DIY Kitchen Makeover Ideas for a beautiful kitchen".

I spent the last 2 months on 7 DIY Kitchen Makeover Ideas that turned my boring kitchen into a BEAUTIFUL kitchen with tons of unique style.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags Before And After Room Makeovers, decorating, DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Home Tour, kitchen, remodeling

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How to Wash Pillows In A Washing Machine (Easy Steps & Video Guide)

July 19, 2023June 16, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone washing pillows in a washing machine for a post about how to wash pillows in a washing machine.

Save gross, yellow pillows with these EASY STEPS & TIPS to wash pillows in a washing machine. Safely clean & whiten pillows the EASY WAY!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Easy DIY

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9 Best Ways To Make Yellow Pillows White Again (Easy Steps & Video Guide)

February 9, 2024June 15, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of dirty pillows with text that says 9 ways to make yellow pillows white again.

Want to clean yellow pillows? Here’s how to make pillows white again, with EASY steps for 9 ways & a video to whiten pillows without bleach.

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Best Of Lists, Cleaning, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Home Tip Lists

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My Minoxidil Results After 2 Years: Rogaine Before And After For Women!

January 22, 2024June 14, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a woman holding 5% Minoxidil Rogaine Foam for a post about Minoxidil Hair Growth Results after 2 years.

Helpful tips & my Minoxidil results after 2 years on Rogaine for women in my 40’s. See my minoxidil before and after women’s foam photo too.

Categories Health and Beauty Tags Aging Tips, Anti Aging, Over 40

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What Equipment Do I Need To Get Rid Of Cable TV? Here’s 7 EASY Options!

December 25, 2023May 20, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Good news! You probably already have the equipment you need to watch TV after you get rid of cable TV. Here's 7 EASY Ways To Still Watch TV.

Good news! You probably already have the equipment you need to watch TV after you get rid of cable TV. Here’s 7 EASY Ways To Still Watch TV.

Categories Lifestyle Tags Best Of Lists, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Money Saving Tips

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How To Cut Cable And Still Watch TV For Free (Simple Guide & Video)

January 3, 2024May 18, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone watching TV. With SO MANY FREE TV options, it's time to cut the cord with cable and still watch TV for free. A simple guide to CUT CABLE and SAVE MONEY!

With SO MANY FREE TV options, it’s time to cut the cord with cable and still watch TV for free. A simple guide to CUT CABLE and SAVE MONEY!

Categories Lifestyle Tags DIY Tips, Money Saving Tips, Quick Home Updates

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15 BEST Ideas To Make A Dark Basement Brighter

December 25, 2023May 8, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a dark basement for a post with 15 ways to make a dark basement feel brighter or ways to brighten a basement.

These work! Here’s 15 great ways to make a dark basement look brighter. From QUICK & EASY DIYS to remodeling ideas to brighten up a basement.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, Easy DIY, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design, Quick Home Updates

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How To Clean Glass Shower Doors With Vinegar & Baking Soda (Steps & Video)

December 18, 2023May 6, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a glass shower door cleaned with vinegar and baking soda. Wit DIY how to steps. Shower has marble tile.

I LOVE this EASY way to clean glass shower doors with vinegar & backing soda! And, it’s safe on marble & stone tiles. Easy steps & video.

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, Easy DIY, Master Bedroom, Quick Home Updates 4 Comments

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Make This Easy DIY Drawer Front with a Pretty Router Drawer Face Design

May 6, 2023May 6, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of DIY woodworking project - How to Make Drawer Fronts with a routed edge detail.

Make this QUICK & EASY DIY Drawer Front with a pretty router detail for slab style, overlay drawers. With Written Steps & Video.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags diy furniture, furniture design, Game Room, woodworking

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4 Easy Ways To Safely Cut Small Pieces Of Wood On A Miter Saw

May 5, 2023May 4, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of examples of small pieces of wood cut with a miter saw.

How to cut small pieces of wood on a Miter Saw. EASY GUIDE that keeps fingers SAFE. With video for cutting small wood pieces without a jig.

Categories DIY Tool Tips Tags DIY Tips, tool tips, woodworking

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13 Best Ideas To Make A Dark Bathroom Brighter

December 25, 2023April 27, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a dark bathroom for a post with ways to make a dark bathroom brighter. How to brighten a dark bathroom.

13 BEST ways to make a dark bathroom brighter. From QUICK & EASY to remodeling ideas to brighten up a dark bathroom. These WORK!

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, Home Decor, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design

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10 Easy Ways To Make A Dark Hallway Brighter

December 25, 2023April 25, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a dark hallway for a post with ways to make a dark hallway brighter. How to brighten a dark hallway.

Here’s 10 great ways to make a dark hallway brighter. With QUICK & EASY tips to lighten and brighten a dark hallway with no natural light.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, Home Decor, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design

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How To Put A Rug On Stairs LIKE A PRO: 10 Must-See Tips!

December 25, 2023April 11, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a 3x5 area rug on wooden stairs. For a post with tips for how to put a rug on stairs, like a pro.

Wondering how to put a rug on stairs?? Here’s 10 Top Tips to help you install an area rug on stairs that will LOOK BEAUTIFUL & LAST FOR YEARS!

Categories Home Improvement Tags DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Foyer, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design, Quick Home Updates

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How To Light Up A Dark Closet: 11 Best Closet Lighting Ideas

December 25, 2023April 1, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of an organized closet with built ins for a post with 11 ways to make a dark closet feel brighter or how to brighten a closet.

These ideas work! Here’s 11 great ways to light up a dark closet. From QUICK & EASY updates without wiring to bigger closet lighting ideas.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags decorating, Easy DIY, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design

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How To Make A Dark Room Brighter: 16 Best Ways To Brighten A Dark Room!

December 25, 2023March 26, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a light and bright room for a post with 16 ways to make a dark room feel brighter or to brighten a dark room.

These ideas work! Here’s 16 great ways to make a dark room brighter. From QUICK & EASY updates to remodeling tips to make a room brighter.

Categories Interior Design Tips, Most Popular Tags Best Of Lists, decorating, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Home Decor, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design

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8 Best Ways To Finish Plywood Edges With Trim: Easy Steps And Video

December 25, 2023March 12, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of wood trim for a post with 8 GREAT ways to finish plywood edges with trim. I LOVE this easy, beautiful way to cover plywood edges.

Want to know how to cover plywood edges with trim? Here’s 8 GREAT ways to finish plywood edges with trim. I LOVE this easy, beautiful look!

Categories Home Improvement Tags diy furniture, DIY molding and trim, Easy DIY, furniture design, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, woodworking

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11 Best Reasons To Cut The Cord With Cable: 4 Were SO Unexpected!

December 25, 2023March 9, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Roku remote in front of a TV for a post with the 11 Best Reasons to cut the cord with cable tv. With tips for how to ditch cable and why you should.

Should you cut the cable cord? I ditched cable 2 years ago. Here’s my TOP 11 reasons to cut the cord with cable. Including how much $ I save!

Categories Lifestyle Tags Best Of Lists, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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15 Cheap Living Room Ideas (Living Room Decorating On A Budget)

December 25, 2023March 3, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a beautiful white living room for a post with 15 best free and cheap living room ideas. Low budget, quick home updates. Inexpensive living room ideas updates.

Ready to update a Living Room? Here’s 15 GREAT free and cheap Living Room ideas. Get a beautiful new look without spending much money.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags decorating, Home Tip Lists, Living Room, Money Saving Tips, Quick Home Updates

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Super Easy Peel And Stick Framed Wallpaper Mural DIY Steps And Video

December 25, 2023February 21, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Framed Wallpaper Mural for a post about how to frame wallpaper with trim on a wall.

Turn a peel and stick wallpaper mural and trim molding into beautiful wall art with this SUPER EASY framed wallpaper mural DIY.

Categories Home Improvement Tags decorating, DIY Home Decor, DIY molding and trim, Home Decor, Interior Design, wall art

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How To Make Chalk Paint with Plaster of Paris – Easy Recipe & Video

February 21, 2023February 13, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
I LOVE this DIY! Here's How to Make Chalk Paint with Plaster of Paris - it's easy, it saves money and you can make the exact color you want. Homemade chalk paint recipe with FAQ's answering the most common questions.

Here’s How to Make Chalk Paint with Plaster of Paris & wall paint. This recipe is super easy, saves money & you can make any color you want!

Categories DIY Paint Projects Tags chalk paint, Easy DIY, furniture makeover, paint tips

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How To Make Stain Darker Without Sanding (Easy Gel Stain Before And After)

February 13, 2023February 12, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of stools with General Finishes Java Gel Stain. For a post about How To Make Stain Darker Without Sanding (Easy Gel Stain Before And After)

I LOVE this EASY General Finishes Java Gel Stain Before And After Makeover. It’s a great way to make furniture stain darker without sanding!

Categories DIY Paint Projects Tags DIY Home Decor, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, furniture design, furniture makeover, paint tips 7 Comments

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Make The Upholstered Bench Top For My DIY Farmhouse Bench (Easy Steps & Video)

February 11, 2023February 11, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Upholstered Bench Top made with a staple gun and plywood.

Make this Easy DIY Upholstered Bench Top for my DIY Farmhouse Bench or adjust the size to make this easy seat for any bench or window seat.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags Bench, DIY Upholstery, furniture design, Intermediate DIY, woodworking 37 Comments

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3 Easy Steps to Change Grout Color From Dark To Light or White (FAQs And Video Too)

December 25, 2023February 10, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Before and after on dirty grout color changed back to white after using Polyblend Grout Renew.

Whether you just want to make dirty grout white again or switch to a new grout color, here’s the easy steps to change grout color.

Categories Home Maintenance Tags bathroom, Cleaning, Easy DIY, Grout, home improvement, Quick Home Updates, Tile 18 Comments

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Beautiful DIY Farmhouse Bench or DIY End Of Bed Bench (PDF Build Plans)

April 21, 2024February 10, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY End Of Bed Bench made with printable PDF build plans for woodworking. AKA a DIY Farmhouse Upholstered Bench or DIY Farmhouse Bench.

I LOVE this beautiful DIY Farmhouse Bench that also works as a great DIY End Of Bed Bench because of the easy upholstered top!

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags Bench, build plans, Farmhouse, Intermediate DIY, woodworking 2 Comments

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23 Beautiful & Shocking Before And After Room Makeover Photos

December 25, 2023February 9, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Before photo of a kitchen for a post with 23 best before and after room makeover photos and design ideas from our 1990's home.

Some of these rooms are almost unrecognizable! Here’s 23 before and after room makeover photos packed with DIY remodeling & decorating ideas.

Categories Decorating Tags Before And After Room Makeovers, Home Decor, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design, Room Reveals

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7 BEST TIPS to Cut and Install Marble Mosaic Tile (Easy Guide For Beginners)

December 25, 2023February 9, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Leaf Pattern Marble Mosaic Tile installed on a bathtub backsplash.

Here’s the 7 best tips and tricks I’ve found to cut and install Marble Mosaic Tile. Even beginners can get beautiful professional results.

Categories Home Improvement Tags bathroom, DIY Tips, home improvement, remodeling, Tile 12 Comments

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13 Best FREE PDF Furniture Build Plans And 13 Popular Woodworking Projects

December 13, 2023February 7, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 1 of the Free PDF Furniture Build Plans for a post with 25 most popular printable build plans and beginner woodworking ideas on AbbottsAtHome.com.

Check out my 13 Most Popular PDF Furniture Build Plans & the 12 Most Viewed DIY Woodworking Projects. All 26 are easy enough for beginners!

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags build plans, diy furniture, furniture design, Kids Furniture, woodworking

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How to Make a Lazy Susan Turntable (Easy DIY Steps, Photos and Video)

December 25, 2023February 5, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows DIY Lazy Susan Turntable hardware for a post showing how to make a Lazy Susan turntable.

QUICK and EASY to follow written steps and walk through video to show you how to make a Lazy Susan Turntable with DIY Lazy Susan Hardware.

Categories DIY Home Decor Tags DIY Tips, DIY Wood Decor, Easy DIY, Home Decor, tool tips, woodworking 6 Comments

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DIY Coffee Table Makeover With A Cool Mosaic Wood Pattern: Steps and Photos

February 5, 2023February 4, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a diy coffee table makeover with text that says "DIY Mosaic Coffee Table Top Makeover ideas.

See how I turned an OUTDATED two tier end table into a STYLISH mosaic coffee table in this before & after DIY Coffee Table Makeover tutorial.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags diy furniture, furniture design, furniture makeover, table, woodworking 20 Comments

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I LOVE This Easy DIY Cabinet Door Trash Can (Easy Steps, Photos, and Video)

December 25, 2023February 3, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a cabinet door mounted trash can inside a bathroom vanity. Text says "DIY Cabinet Door Trash Can".

Keep your trash OUT OF SIGHT & AWAY from babies and dogs with an EASY DIY Cabinet Door Trash Can. Simple, built in door mounted garbage can.

Categories Home Improvement Tags bathroom, For Cats, home improvement, Organize, Quick Home Updates, woodworking 36 Comments

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11 Helpful Interior Design Tips For Building A New Home

December 25, 2023February 1, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image says "11 Helpful Interior Design Tips for new home builds." For a post about planning for building a new home.

Before starting a new home construction project, read this must-see list of Interior Design Tips so that you end up with a home YOU’LL LOVE!

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, Home Decor, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Interior Design

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15 Helpful Tips To Choose A Floor Plan For A New House!

December 25, 2023January 30, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image text says"15 Helpful Tips To Pick The Best Floor plan" for a post about picking a floorplan for a new home build.

With these 15 TIPS to choose a floor plan for a house, you can zero in on the right floorplan for your family’s new dream home.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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10 Helpful Tips For Working With A Builder To Build A House

March 2, 2024January 29, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image text says "10 helpful tips for working with a builder. For a post about working with a contractor or builder on a new home build.

Building a new home is STRESSFUL, being prepared CAN REALLY HELP. Here’s 10 helpful tips for working with a builder to build a house.

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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Free DIY Outdoor Sofa Plan, using 2×4’s: With Build Steps and Video

February 8, 2023January 28, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Here's the easy to follow build steps, printable plans, and how-to video for this beautiful DIY Outdoor Sofa from 2x4 Pine Lumber with Cedar. Wood outdoor sofa or bench with a back woodworking plans.

Easy to follow steps, free printable build plans, and how-to video for this beautiful DIY Outdoor Sofa made from 2×4 and 2×6 lumber.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags Bench, build plans, diy furniture, furniture design, outdoor, woodworking 22 Comments

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How To Use Bondo To Repair Wood Rot: Easy Steps, Photos and Video

December 25, 2023January 28, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows rotted wood on an exterior shutter for a post about how to use Bondo to repair wood rot.

EASY STEPS & QUICK VIDEO guide for using Bondo to Repair Wood Rot. In just 1 day, this DIY saved our rotted wood shutters from the burn pile.

Categories Home Maintenance Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, outdoor 2 Comments

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Best Way To Stain An Exterior Wood Door: Easy Steps, FAQs, And Tips

December 25, 2023January 27, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
I've found the quickest, Best Way to Stain Exterior Wood Door! Using an easy to apply Gel Stain that always look beautiful on any front door. How to Stain Over Old Stain on a Door.

I’ve finally found the Best Way to Stain An Exterior Wood Door! This long-lasting, easy to use Gel Stain is beautiful on any front door.

Categories Home Maintenance Tags curb appeal, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, home improvement, paint tips

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Waterproof A Plywood Roof Deck Or Balcony With Liquid Rubber (Easy Steps And Video)

February 8, 2023January 26, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Plywood Roof Deck or Balcony waterproofed with grey Liquid Rubber Deck Coating.

EASY DIY Steps, Video, and Helpful Tips to waterproof a plywood deck with Liquid Rubber Deck Coating. Works for balcony waterproofing too!

Categories Home DIY Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, outdoor, playhouse 2 Comments

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What Is The Best Outdoor Mat Material? 4 Keys To Pick The Best Welcome Mat!

December 25, 2023January 25, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 2 examples of front door outdoor mats for a post about the Best Outdoor Mat Materials.

The Best Outdoor Mat Materials handle foot traffic, dirt & water, are easy to clean & mold & mildew resistant. Here’s the best types of mats!

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags Best Of Lists, curb appeal, decorating, Home Decor, outdoor

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50 Best Outdoor Door Mats For A Beautiful Front Door

August 23, 2023January 24, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of 3 of my picks for the best outdoor door mats or entry mats for your front door.

A beautiful welcome mat adds curb appeal to any front door! Here’s the Best Outdoor Door Mats with tips for sizing & the best materials.

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, curb appeal, Home Decor, outdoor, Porch, Shopping Lists

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Quick & Easy Replacement Velcro Pad For Orbital Sander: Steps & Video

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Velcro Orbital Sander Pad before replacement.

Easy steps to install a replacement Velcro pad for orbital sanders. Works on most orbital sanders: Dewalt, Bosch, Hitachi, Ryobi and more.

Categories DIY Tool Tips Tags DIY Tips, tool tips

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Why Is My Front Door Paint Bubbling & Blistering? Easy Steps, FAQs & Video

February 22, 2023January 22, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Is your front door paint bubbling & blistering after painting it? Here's the 6 main reasons why your exterior paint FAILED. And 2 ways to fix it! Step by step instructions to prevent and fix paint bubbles on a door or exterior paint.

Is your front door paint bubbling & blistering after painting it? Here’s the 6 main reasons why your exterior paint FAILED. And 2 ways to fix it!

Categories Home DIY Tags curb appeal, DIY Tips, home improvement, outdoor, paint tips

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How to Sharpen A Chainsaw With A Dremel Sharpening Kit: Easy Steps & Video

February 6, 2023January 21, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a Dremel Sharpening Kit being used to sharpen a chainsaw chain (or chainsaw blade).

Wondering how to sharpen a chainsaw chain (blade) with a Dremel Sharpening Kit? Here’s a QUICK Guide, EASY TO FOLLOW Video & HELPFUL FAQs.

Categories DIY Tool Tips Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, tool tips

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How to Remove Glued Wood Flooring (Easy DIY Steps, FAQs and Video)

January 21, 2023January 21, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone using a pry bar to remove glued down engineered wood flooring, for a DIY Guide for ways to remove glued down floors and removing glue on concrete.

Easy Guide & Tips to Remove Glued Wood Flooring on concrete and subfloor. Works for Hardwood or Engineered floors. With common FAQ’s & video.

Categories Home DIY Tags DIY Tips, home improvement, remodeling, Tile

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Easy DIY Laundry Table Over Washer and Dryer (Build Steps And Video)

December 26, 2023January 20, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Laundry Folding Table over a washer and dryer. with text that says "Easy Build Plan".

I LOVE this easy DIY Laundry Table Over Washer and Dryer build plan idea. It’s removable, looks GREAT, and is perfect for folding laundry.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags build plans, diy furniture, free plans, furniture design, laundry, table, woodworking 13 Comments

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How to Clean Area Rugs At Home (Easy Guide, FAQs, And Video)

December 25, 2023January 19, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of someone showing how to clean area rugs at home using a Bissell carpet cleaner.

Wondering How to Clean Area Rugs At Home, here’s the easy steps, FAQs, & a video guide to help. Use most upright & portable carpet cleaners.

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Quick Home Updates 2 Comments

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Easy DIY Baby Gate For Stairs No Drilling, No Holes (With Steps & Photos)

October 30, 2023January 19, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a pressure mounted baby gate installed between a wall and a banister (baluster) on stairs without holes or drilling.

Easy DIY Hack to SAFELY use a pressure mounted baby gate on stairs, no drilling & no holes. We’ve used ours for 4 years and it doesn’t budge!

Categories Home DIY Tags DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Foyer, home improvement 10 Comments

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Does Grout Renew Work? Full Review with Easy Steps, FAQs and Video

December 25, 2023January 18, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Colorful shoes standing on white tile with white grout. Text says "Before and After Grout Renew Review".

Does Grout Renew Work? Here’s 3 before & after examples, easy DIY steps, and a full review from years of using Grout Renew to paint my grout.

Categories Cleaning And Organizing, Home Maintenance Tags bathroom, Cleaning, DIY Tips, Grout

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Easy Steps to Paint Built In Bookshelves And Cabinets (DIY, FAQs & Video)

December 25, 2023January 17, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of woman painting bookshelves and cabinets. Text says "Printable Guide".

Easy DIY Steps & Video for How to Paint Built In Bookshelves and Cabinets. With Answers to Tons of Common Questions & a Printable Guide.

Categories Home DIY, Most Popular Tags furniture makeover, Game Room, home improvement, paint tips, Quick Home Updates

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Easy DIY Coffered Ceiling Idea: Simple, Low Profile Design (Steps And Video)

February 29, 2024January 17, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott

I LOVE this beautiful DIY coffered ceiling design. Steps, photos, and how-to video for this EASY flat coffered design using 1×4’s & cove.

Categories Home Improvement, Most Popular Tags ceiling, DIY molding and trim, home improvement, moulding, remodeling 4 Comments

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How to Clean Marble Shower Tile And Grout (Easy & Safe Steps & Video)

December 28, 2023January 15, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a marble tile shower. Text says "2-step cleaning marble shower tile and grout".

The SIMPLE & EASY way I clean marble shower tile & grout. These steps are SAFE on marble, they’ve kept my shower looking NEW for 4 years.

Categories Cleaning And Organizing, Most Popular Tags DIY Tips, Easy DIY, Grout, home improvement, Quick Home Updates, Tile 5 Comments

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10 Beginner DIY Tips for Installing Floor Tile

December 25, 2023January 12, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
A woman's feet standing on white marble look tile flooring.

Here’s my favorite Beginner DIY Floor Tile Installation Tips and Tricks to help you tile your floor faster and with less waste.

Categories Home Improvement Tags bathroom, DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, remodeling, Tile

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How To Get a Smooth Finish with Chalk Paint (Easy Guide & Video)

December 10, 2023January 10, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a hand touching a smooth chalk paint finish.

The EASIEST way to get a beautiful, smooth finish with chalk paint. Includes FAQ’s, wet sanding tips, & how to avoid streaky chalk paint!

Categories DIY Paint Projects, Most Popular Tags chalk paint, Easy DIY, furniture makeover, paint tips 13 Comments

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What Is The Best Ceiling Paint Finish, Flat Or Eggshell? (With Photos Of 7 Rooms)

December 28, 2023January 9, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of Flat and Eggshell Ceiling Paint Finish. Text Says "Eggshell vs Flat".

The old rules for ceiling paint sheen are wrong?? See 7 rooms comparing Flat vs Eggshell ceiling paint to pick the best ceiling paint finish.

Categories Interior Design Tips, Most Popular Tags Before And After Room Makeovers, ceiling, Game Room, home improvement, Home Tour, paint tips, remodeling

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When to Use Caulk or Wood Filler on Trim? Guide, FAQ’s, And Video

December 28, 2023January 8, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott
Here's a quick guide and video for where to use Caulk or Wood Filler on any wood trim, baseboards, crown moulding, and wainscoting in your home. Includes answers to these questions: How do you fill gaps in wood trim? What is the best product to fill nail holes in trim? Is it better to use wood filler or caulk?

WHEN & HOW to use CAULK or WOOD FILLER on wood trim, baseboards, crown molding, miters, and more. Easy Beginner Guide, Video, & FAQ’s.

Categories Home DIY, Most Popular Tags DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, moulding

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25 Best Outer Space Themed Bedroom Décor Ideas For Kids And Teens

December 25, 2023January 4, 2023 by Stephanie Abbott

Looking for cool space-themed bedroom inspiration, here’s the 25 Best Outer Space Themed Bedroom Décor Ideas I found on Amazon and Etsy!

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, boys bedroom, decorating, Home Decor, Kids Furniture, Shopping Lists

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12 Best Picks For Beginner Exercise Equipment For Home Gyms (On A Budget)

December 25, 2023December 29, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 2 examples on a list of the best home workout equipment on a budget - for strength training and gaining full body muscle.

My favorite Beginner Exercise Equipment For Home Gyms, on a budget. Get a full body, muscle strengthening workout without leaving home!

Categories Shopping Guides Tags Best Of Lists, Money Saving Tips, Shopping Lists

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50 Surprising Pros And Cons About Moving To Houston, Texas (A Few Are Shocking)

October 30, 2023December 23, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
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Here’s the most surprising PROS and CONS about moving to Houston, Texas from a Midwesterner who’s lived in the Houston suburbs for 10 years.

Categories Life In Texas, Most Popular Tags Best Of Lists, Home Tip Lists, Houston, Life In Houston Texas, Money Saving Tips, Texas

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Can you Stain A Door Without Taking It Down? Yes! (Easy DIY Steps)

January 9, 2023December 20, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of before and after on a front door stained without removing the door. Text says "How to stain a door without taking it down".

Here’s how I stain a door without taking it down. And answers to common questions & EASY STEPS for staining a front door without removing it.

Categories Home DIY Tags curb appeal, DIY Tips, home improvement, outdoor, paint tips

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25 Scenic Landscape Wallpaper Murals: Beautiful Vintage Art and Realistic Nature

December 25, 2023December 10, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
4 examples of beautiful landscape wallpaper murals - from pastoral countryside oil paintings to realistic scenic photos and art.

25 absolutely beautiful landscape wallpaper murals. Includes scenic vintage oil painting & watercolor styles & great photo realistic nature.

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, decorating, DIY Home Decor, Home Decor, Shopping Lists, wall art

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Testing 7 Easy Ways To Get Heat Stains Out Of Wood (With Video And Tips)

December 28, 2023November 3, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows how to remove a heat mark on wood with a blow dryer. For a post about ways to get rid of heat stains on wood tables.

I put 4 big white heat marks on wood to test 7 EASY ways to get heat stains out of wood. Surprisingly 3 WORKED, 4 FAILED! Here’s the steps!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing, Most Popular Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Home Tip Lists

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Quick, Cheap, and Easy DIY Christmas Table Decorations: Super Simple Ideas

December 30, 2022November 1, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a homemade Christmas decoration for a post about Easy DIY Christmas Table Decorations.

Here’s how to make EASY DIY Christmas Table Decorations using stuff you probably already have. With simple video ideas & tons of photos!

Categories DIY Home Decor Tags Christmas, DIY Home Decor, Easy DIY, Home Decor, Money Saving Tips 20 Comments

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3 Easy Ways To Get The Sweat Smell Out Of Shirts And Gym Clothes

August 23, 2023October 27, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows someone smelling a bad odor in a shirt for a post about how to get sweat smells out of clothes.

3 EASY ways to get the sweat smell out of shirts and gym clothes using 2 natural ingredients or 1 of my favorite clothes cleaning products!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing Tags Cleaning, DIY Tips, Home Tip Lists, laundry

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How to Remove Heat Stains from Wood Furniture: The EASY Way

August 11, 2023October 24, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a white heat stain on wood for a post about how to remove heat marks from wood furniture.

Try this EASY 1-minute fix to Remove Heat Stains from Wood furniture. You really can get rid of heat marks on wood with this quick DIY!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing, Most Popular Tags Easy DIY, Quick Home Updates 11 Comments

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36 Great DIY Ceiling Makeover Ideas: Designs From Easy To Just WOW!

December 25, 2023October 17, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Text on image says "36 Beautiful DIY Ceiling Makeover Ideas" for a post about ceiling design ideas.

Turn a BORING ceiling into a BEAUTIFUL feature with these DIY Ceiling Makeover Ideas! Some ceiling design ideas easy enough for beginners!

Categories Interior Design Tips Tags Before And After Room Makeovers, Best Of Lists, ceiling, DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, woodworking

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Easy DIY Space Themed Bedroom Makeover For Kids – It’s SO COOL!

October 12, 2022October 8, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a kids or teen space themed bedroom with cool space decor, Star Wars blueprints, NASA wall art, and solar system quilt from Pottery Barn.

DIY a fun Space Themed Bedroom with an easy Glow In The Dark Space Mural, cool space décor & great outer space bedding for big kids!

Categories Decorating Tags Before And After Room Makeovers, boys bedroom, Home Decor, home improvement, Home Tour, Kids Furniture, remodeling, Room Reveals

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16 Best Perennials For Zone 9: Easy Colorful Flowers And Landscaping Plants

October 30, 2023September 29, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
4 examples of the best perennials for zone 9 that are low maintenance, colorful, easy to grow, and drought tolerant.

16 BEST perennials for Zone 9 landscaping: sun-loving, LOW MAINTENANCE, COLORFUL flowers or plants that attract hummingbirds & butterflies!

Categories Home DIY, Life In Texas, Most Popular Tags Best Of Lists, curb appeal, DIY Tips, Gardening, Home Tip Lists, Houston, Life In Houston Texas, outdoor, Texas

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15 Yummy Ways To Make S’mores With Peanut Butter – Quick Dessert Ideas

August 23, 2023September 26, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
One example of 15 ways to make Smore's with Peanut Butter at home. Image shows Reese's Pieces Brownie Brittle, banana, marshmallow and peanut butter Smores.

Original S’mores are a yummy & easy treat. BUT, they’re even MORE DELICIOUS when you make S’mores with Peanut Butter. Here’s 15 tasty ways!

Categories Food Tags Best Of Lists, desserts, Food and Drink, Home Tip Lists, Quick Desserts

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20 Yummy Fruit Smores Ideas I LOVE! (Fresh Berries, Bananas & Pie Filling)

August 23, 2023September 21, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Yummy Fruit Smores with Berry and white chocolate on a digestive cookie.

20 of my ALL-TIME favorite Fruit Smores variations. Make these yummy, quick desserts with any berry, bananas, and fruity pie filling.

Categories Food Tags Best Of Lists, desserts, Food and Drink, Home Tip Lists, Quick Desserts

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12 Yummy Dulce De Leche and Caramel Smores Variations You Should Try!

August 23, 2023September 19, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Caramel Smores made with brownie brittle, strawberry, and roasted marshmallow.

Caramel Lovers, here’s 10 of my favorite ways to make SUPER tasty Dulce De Leche and Caramel Smores that will KNOCK YOUR SOCKS OFF!

Categories Food Tags Best Of Lists, desserts, Food and Drink, Home Tip Lists, Quick Desserts

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10 Worst IKEA Products From My Shopping Trip – I Wouldn’t Buy These!

August 23, 2023September 17, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
4 examples of my picks for the worst IKEA products.

During my latest trip to IKEA, I rounded up my best and worst IKEA products. Here’s my picks for bad IKEA buys and why I wouldn’t buy these.

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, Home Decor, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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50 Yummy Ways To Make Smores At Home – EASY & QUICK Desserts

August 23, 2023September 15, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 1 of 50 ways to make tasty, yummy variations of Smores. For a post about how to make Smores at home.

I have SO MANY different ways to make Smores at home, in an oven or toaster. I LOVE this idea for yummy, quick & easy school night desserts!

Categories Food Tags Best Of Lists, desserts, Food and Drink, Home Tip Lists, Quick Desserts 7 Comments

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25 Best Products At IKEA – From Cheap Finds To High End Looks!

August 23, 2023September 14, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 4 examples of best products at Ikea that are great buys or well-built with high end looks.

From high end looks at great prices to super cheap must-haves, here’s my 25 top picks for the best products at IKEA. Some will shock you!

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, decorating, Home Decor, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips

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16 Beautiful DIY Trim And Molding Ideas For Your Home (With Steps)

December 26, 2023September 9, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
4 examples of DIY Trim and Molding Ideas and Tutorials for home improvement.

Looking for ways to add detail and character to your home? Try these BEAUTIFUL DIY Trim and Molding Ideas with easy to follow steps.

Categories Home Improvement Tags DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, woodworking

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How To Install Beautiful DIY Board And Batten With Lattice And Crown Molding

December 25, 2023September 8, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows DIY Board and Batten with lattice trim and crown molding.

I LOVE this beautiful & EASY DIY Board and Batten with Lattice and Crown Molding. It turned this room from boring to SO GOOD.

Categories Home Improvement Tags boys bedroom, DIY molding and trim, Interior Design, Intermediate DIY, remodeling, woodworking 15 Comments

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How To Install Beautiful Two Piece Crown Molding: DIY Steps and Video

December 25, 2023September 6, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows a room with layered, two piece crown molding. With text that says "DIY 2 Piece Crown Molding".

I LOVE this Two Piece Crown Molding! It’s just that little extra that makes this crown molding SO GOOD. Here’s the DIY steps to get the look.

Categories Home Improvement Tags boys bedroom, ceiling, DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, woodworking

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Installing Beautiful Three Piece Crown Molding: DIY Steps and Video

December 25, 2023September 5, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a room with three piece crown molding made with baseboard. Text says "DIY 3 Piece Crown".

This Three Piece Crown Molding is absolutely the most beautiful crown molding I’ve installed so far! I LOVE this look. Here’s the DIY steps!

Categories Home Improvement Tags ceiling, decorating, DIY molding and trim, DIY Tips, home improvement, Office, woodworking

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50 Great DIY Kids Room Ideas: Awesome Bedroom Furniture and Décor

December 26, 2023September 2, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 3 examples of DIY Kids Room Ideas for a list of 50 best DIY kids bedroom ideas and tutorials.

Here’s 50 awesome DIY Kids Room Ideas to help you design the coolest kids bedroom or playroom on the block. And, some of them are SUPER EASY!

Categories Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, boys bedroom, Christmas, diy furniture, Easy DIY, furniture design, Home Decor, Kids Furniture, Kids Play, Shopping Lists, woodworking 2 Comments

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50 Best BUY OR DIY Outdoor Planter Ideas for your Front Porch

December 25, 2023September 1, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image shows 2 examples from a list of 50 Best Buy or DIY Outdoor Planters for your front porch, patio, raised gardens, deck, and more.

Give your house some CURB APPEAL with this big list of 50 great BUY OR DIY Outdoor Planter Ideas for your Front Porch. In Every Style & Size!

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking, Favorite Buys Tags Best Of Lists, curb appeal, Home Decor, outdoor, Round Up, Shopping Lists, woodworking 17 Comments

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I LOVE this Easy DIY Laundry Table Top (Slides Over A Washer Dryer)

August 31, 2022August 31, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Laundry Table that can go over a washing machine and dryer (woodworking build plans).

Hide that washer dryer with this $85 DIY Laundry Table. It’s BEAUTIFUL farmhouse-style dresses up any laundry room and makes folding SO EASY.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags build plans, diy furniture, furniture design, laundry, table, woodworking 14 Comments

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50 TOP DIY Tips And Tricks For Homeowners And Renters!

August 23, 2023August 25, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image with text that says "50 Top Home DIY Tips and Tricks". For a post about do it yourself cleaning, home maintenance, home improvement, and other money-saving tips for homeowners and renters.

50 BEST DIY Tips and Tricks that every homeowner should know. These Do It Yourself tips save money, make like easier, or improve your home!

Categories Home DIY Tags Best Of Lists, DIY Tips, Easy DIY, home improvement, Home Tip Lists, Money Saving Tips, Quick Home Updates 6 Comments

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SUPER EASY DIY Acrylic Paint Pouring Wall Art With Steps And Video

December 26, 2023August 16, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a blue, pink, and gold DIY acrylic paint pour.

Make your own stunning canvas art for less than $20 with this pretty DIY Acrylic Paint Pouring Wall Art Idea. I love this DIY, guys!

Categories DIY Home Decor Tags Dining Room, DIY Home Decor, Home Decor, paint pour, paint tips, wall art 50 Comments

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Easy DIY Wood Color Block Table Top, from 2×4’s!

August 16, 2022August 16, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a 2x4 DIY wood color block table top for woodworkers.

Build a unique, pretty & super cheap table top with this DIY Wood Color Block Table Top tutorial! This DIY would make a great bench top too.

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags diy furniture, furniture design, table, woodworking 22 Comments

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How To Whiten Grout & Make It Look New: Easy Steps & Video

December 25, 2023August 13, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Here's the easy DIY steps for how to whiten grout, seal your grout, and get rid of grout stains that won't scrub clean - with just 1 product! You can make your grout look new again with this easy to apply grout paint.

I LOVE this EASY DIY for how to whiten grout. You can make your grout LOOK NEW again and seal it from stains with this grout whitener!

Categories Cleaning And Organizing, Home Maintenance, Most Popular Tags Easy DIY, Grout, home improvement, kitchen, Quick Home Updates, Tile 8 Comments

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Build A Simple DIY Pedestal Table Base: Easy Steps With Video

August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 by Stephanie Abbott
Image of a DIY Pedestal Table Base with text that says "Easy Build For Beginner Woodworkers".

Turn a curvy coffee table leg into a big, beautiful DIY Pedestal Table Base with your Miter Saw. Easy enough build for beginner woodworkers!

Categories DIY Furniture And Woodworking Tags build plans, diy furniture, free plans, furniture design, kitchen, table, woodworking 14 Comments
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Stephanie Abbott has been remodeling homes, updating & building furniture, and working on DIY home maintenance and cleaning tips for over 20 years. Her DIY YouTube channel has had more than 12 million views. Her remodeling has been featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine.

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