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DIY Decor

Rustic home decor DIY projects. All of these decorating projects have detailed tutorials and easy to follow instructions. Make things like furniture, window treatments, cushions, and lamps. Also find projects for finishing wall and floors in creative and rustic ways. Besides painting walls, learn special techniques for finishes like faux galvanized metal or distressed finishes.

Because there are so many home decor projects that you can do yourself, you can save a ton of money. Of course, you also have the satisfaction of creating something cool! Here are some must try DIY decor projects:

Ikea Table Hack From An Ikea Plant Stand

DIY Lighting Using Just About Anything

Painting Ceramic Tile Is Possible

diy outdoor sign
by Renee Hanlon - July 9, 2019July 8, 2019

DIY Outdoor Sign For Boat Storage

Outdoor wooden signs are great to use for a variety of reasons. Maybe you want to label a potting shed or welcome guests to your front porch. Whatever the reason, a DIY outdoor sign can be easy to make. I wanted to create a whimsical feel to the boat storage area under our deck. A

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window seat cushion rustic craft
by Renee Hanlon - June 30, 2019October 21, 2020

How To Make A Window Seat Cushion

When we built our cabin, we decided right away to incorporate a large window box with a bench. Basically, a reading nook. This is a perfect place to lounge and read or to watch the birds and other wildlife. Because the seat needed to be comfortable, I knew that I would need to get a

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diy rustic decor
by Renee Hanlon - June 20, 2019June 19, 2019

Ten Easy DIY Rustic Decor Projects

With the popularity of rustic or farmhouse decorating, rustic decor accents are filling the stores. Because of that, it's easy to go out and buy what you need. However, for the budget conscious, a lot of what you see can also be handmade. Making your own rustic decor is a great way to customize as

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diy pillow ideas
by Renee Hanlon - June 11, 2019October 18, 2021

Shabby Chic DIY Pillow Ideas

Throw pillows are one of the most versatile decorating accessories and are also very easy to make.  The only trouble that you can run in to is coming up with some fresh new ideas. One way to get inspired is by looking at what is currently for sale in stores. Pick your favorite styles and

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rustic meaning
by Renee Hanlon - May 24, 2019May 30, 2019

Rustic Meaning: Definition In 26 Characteristics

You may be wondering what rustic styling actually means in home decor. It can mean a lot of different things to different people. However, rustic is basically a simple design that is more roughly finished. Since that is way to basic of a definition to apply to home decorating, I came up with this fun

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decorative stair risers
by Renee Hanlon - May 23, 2019October 26, 2020

DIY Decorative Stair Risers

Have you ever considered decorating your stair risers as part of your home decor projects? Instead of thinking of your staircase as just a transition area between floors, think about how it can add decorative interest to your home. Whether you use paint, yardsticks, or metal signs, there are plenty of ways to spruce up

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diy bathroom decor
by Renee Hanlon - April 2, 2019September 25, 2019

DIY Bathroom Decor On A Budget

Out of all the rooms in a house, the kitchen and bathroom tend to be the most renovated rooms. Since the re-design of one of those rooms doesn't end with just the updated fixtures and finishes, it's important to highlight the accessories put in to it. Today, I am focusing on the bathroom and how

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how to paint realistic tree bark
by Renee Hanlon - February 21, 2019November 15, 2019

How To Paint Anything To Look Like Birch Bark

Birch bark decor is popular in rustic decorating. But what if you don't have access to real bark? Although a lot of craft supply stores are now carrying birch bark, it may not be ideal to use real bark for your particular project. Depending on the size and shape of the item you want to

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rustic home decor
by Renee Hanlon - February 15, 2019April 15, 2019

Rustic Home Decor That Is Easy To Make

Check out the top rustic craft projects from the last year. Find candle holders, picture frames, garland, birdhouses, and other rustic decor!

diy window treatments
by Renee Hanlon - February 4, 2019February 25, 2019

DIY Window Treatments That Are Not Fabric

Dress up your windows with one of these six ideas for easy DIY window treatments. Use fabric, branches, wood and even tea cups!

easy home projects - rustic side table
by Renee Hanlon - January 27, 2019October 21, 2020

Easy Home Projects For An Updated Look

Have you ever wanted to just tweak some of the ordinary accessories in your home? Maybe you have the necessities for holding things, that you need in your home, but they are just...ordinary. Shopping in boutique home decor stores may leave you wanting the interesting and artful accessories but not loving the price tags. However,

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how to galvanize metal
by Renee Hanlon - January 26, 2019February 25, 2019

How To Faux Galvanize Metal

A popular item to use in rustic decorating is galvanized metal. Metal buckets, vases, and even furniture add some fun styling to a rustic space when they are galvanized. The process of putting a protective coating on steel is what makes the metal galvanized. Because of this process, galvanized metal has a unique warm look.

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Creating rustic styling on a budget by giving new life to old things and using the beauty that is already found in nature. Read more about me.

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