Saving Etta: Chapter 17 – Good Neighbors This is the true story about a house built in 1900 that is in serious disrepair. It’s also the story about my journey toward becoming a general contractor and my attempt to save a home from being bulldozed. I hope you’ll follow along as I … [Read more...]
DIY Farmhouse Style Serving Tray
DIY Farmhouse Style Serving Tray Hi there! Chelsea here from Making Manzanita, where it's all about making your house a home! I'm so excited to be with you today at Pretty Handy Girl. I love renovating and incorporating farmhouse style decor into our home. A common decor item … [Read more...]
It’s 2018, and I’m still wondering Where are the Real Makita Girls?
It's 2018, and I'm Still Wondering Where are the Real Makita Girls? Back when I first published this post, I never thought I'd be resurrecting it from the archives. Then Simone Giertz shared this tweet and my anger and frustration at Makita boiled over again. The video Simone … [Read more...]
Inserting Spring into My Wreath
Inserting Spring into My Wreath A few years ago I purchased a simple white berry wreath from Target (I don't think it's still available at Target, but this is a similar style wreath.) To save money, I challenged myself to use this one wreath through every season for … [Read more...]
Saving Etta: Chapter 16 – More Surprises
Saving Etta: Chapter 16 – More Surprises This is the true story about a house built in 1900 that is in serious disrepair. It’s also the story about my journey toward becoming a general contractor and my attempt to save a home from being bulldozed. I hope you’ll follow along as I … [Read more...]