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DIY Jingle Bell Garland

November 27, 2019 Karen Decor Hint 1 Comment

I’m always looking for ways to simplify my holiday decorating and re-use what I have. This DIY Jingle Bell Garland project is perfect for that!  Perusing the holiday collections at my favorite home stores gave me the idea of making this simple bell garland. It’s a lovely nod to … [Read more...]

arts and craft, decor, Decorating, DIY, Do It Yourself, Holiday decorating, Tutorial

DIY Simple Fall Wreath for Less than $10

October 23, 2019 Karen Decor Hint Leave a Comment

DIY Simple Fall Wreath for Less than $10 Hi everyone!  Happy Fall! Today I’m back with this super simple wreath idea that will cost you less than $10 all in! It includes using an inexpensive starburst twig wreath from Amazon and some cattail bunches that I picked up at Dollar … [Read more...]

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How to Create a Faux Zinc Texture (with Spray Paint)

October 14, 2019 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

Want to give something the look of zinc metal without spending money on zinc metal? You can create the look with spray paint and this technique. How to Create a Faux Zinc Texture (with Spray Paint) A while ago I was thrifting with a few friends and stumbled across an ugly … [Read more...]

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DIY Frosted Votive Candle Holders

September 25, 2019 Karen Decor Hint Leave a Comment

DIY Frosted Votive Candle Holders Hi, Pretty Handy Girl Readers! I’m back today with a super simple and inexpensive project that you can use for the upcoming holiday season. Or anytime, really!  These DIY frosted votive candle holders are made from old yogurt jars (Yoplait by … [Read more...]

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How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin (Faux Painting Tutorial)

September 20, 2019 Brittany Bailey 17 Comments

How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin Have you seen those neon orange fake pumpkins and nearly vomited because you wouldn't dream of decorating with them. I mean—get real—everyone would know they were fake. Ah ha, but have you seen the price tags? $1 - $6? For that price you might just be … [Read more...]

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Simple and Stylish DIY Fabric Tissue Box Cover

July 24, 2019 Karen Decor Hint Leave a Comment

Hey Guys, happy Summer! I’m back today with another easy home project for you - a simple stylish DIY Fabric Tissue Box Cover. I don’t know about you, but I think most tissue boxes are tacky. They stick out like a sore thumb in our house! Unfortunately, it’s not the type of … [Read more...]

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Hang up your Mini Macrame Wall Hanging

How to Make a Mini Macrame Wall Hanging

May 22, 2019 Karen Decor Hint 1 Comment

How to Make a Mini Macrame Wall Hanging If there's one hobby that has become quite the obsession for me - it’s macrame! It’s really fun to create and the projects are inexpensive to complete.  Right now macrame wall hangings are all the rage, and add an eclectic look to your … [Read more...]

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Tutorial for making these DIY oilcloth, water resistant drink coasters for Summer!

DIY Oilcloth Drink Coasters

April 17, 2019 Karen Decor Hint 2 Comments

DIY Oilcloth Drink Coasters Hi there!  I’m so thrilled to be back today with this super quick and easy project.  The weather in Seattle has been totally amazing lately and it’s got me thinking about summer.  And, summer entertaining is on the brain! This project will look great … [Read more...]

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31 Inspirational DIY Farmhouse Decor Ideas

April 10, 2019 Sheri 2 Comments

Inspirational DIY Farmhouse Decor Many of us are still in love with the farmhouse style of decorating. It's warm, relaxing and full of character. Farmhouse style is a mixture of old and new pieces, bringing in a rustic and vintage feel, but not excluding shiny and new. Here are … [Read more...]

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How to Pick Color Palettes: Color Harmony in Decorating

March 31, 2019 Brittany Bailey 24 Comments

Color Harmony in Decorating One of the most frequent complaints from homeowners is struggling to choose colors for their home. When you walk into the paint store, the color selection can seem overwhelming. Choosing a rug or furniture can be equally daunting. Today I'll give you … [Read more...]

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DIY Modern Hoop Wreath for Spring with Florals

DIY Modern Hoop Wreath for Spring

March 27, 2019 Karen Decor Hint Leave a Comment

DIY Modern Hoop Wreath for Spring Hello! I’m so excited to be here to show you how to bring a little Spring into your home. I’m betting we all need a little Spring at this point in the year. After two back-to-back snowstorms and weeks of frigid temps here in Seattle — I’m so … [Read more...]

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Rustic Wooden Caddy with a Branch Handle

February 25, 2019 Brittany Bailey 33 Comments

Rustic Wooden Caddy with a Branch Handle Spring is right around the corner and I'm itching to cut some fresh flowers to bring inside. I love displaying them in jars placed inside rustic wooden caddies. Making a little caddy or tote out of salvage wood and branches can be an easy … [Read more...]

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diy wood wall organizer

How to Make a DIY Wood Wall Organizer

January 16, 2019 Karen Decor Hint 2 Comments

How to Make a DIY Wood Wall Organizer Hello, Pretty Handy Girl Readers!  I'm Karen and I'm the blogger behind Decor Hint and a new member of the Pretty Handy Girl contributor team.  I'm so excited to be here today.  Today, I’m going to show you how to make a simple DIY Wood Wall … [Read more...]

arts and craft, decor, Decorating, Home Decor, organizational tips, storage

Cotton Fall Wreath and Décor for the Entryway

October 8, 2018 Brittany Bailey 14 Comments

Cotton Fall Wreath Every morning for the past few weeks I woke up and looked out the window. A few leaves have turned color, but as soon as I look at the weather report — the heat and humidity has yet to leave North Carolina. Will fall ever arrive? I want to wear flannel shirts … [Read more...]

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Fall Leaves Garden Flag using a Dollar Store Placemat

August 10, 2018 Brittany Bailey 9 Comments

Make an inexpensive (but beautiful) Fall Leaves Garden Flag using a Dollar Store Placemat! Pull out your sewing machine (or skip the stitching and use your iron and some hem tape instead.) You can have a gorgeous fall garden flag in an hour or less. Plus, this is the perfect … [Read more...]

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26 Creative Ways to Decorate with Red, White, and Blue

June 13, 2018 Sheri Leave a Comment

Creative Ways to Decorate with Red, White, and Blue July 4th is right around the corner. If you like to decorate for the 4th, try using red, white, and blue primary colors to give a patriotic vibe to your home. Red, white, and blue are also perfect for a classic and bright … [Read more...]

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