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Fixing Common Gift Wrap Problems | OMG! So funny, you have to read this. | Pretty Handy Girl

Fixing Common Gift Wrap Problems – Guest Post by Pretty Handsome Guy

December 24, 2016 Brittany Bailey 43 Comments

Hi all, Pretty Handsome Guy here filling in for Brittany. Last night Brittany and I were wrapping presents and I thought I'd share with you some common gift wrap problems and how to deal with them.  Think of this as the polar opposite of her Creative Gift Wrapping series of … [Read more...]

arts and craft, christmas gift wrap, Gift Ideas, Guests, Pretty Handsome Guy

Personalized Wood Slice Coasters

October 14, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

Today I have the ever fabulous and always vivacious Corey on stage. She will be sharing how to make these Personalized Wood Slice Coasters. Corey is the rockstar designer behind Sawdust 2 Stitches. As if you had any doubt, this girl is multi-talented with her building and … [Read more...]

accessories, Crafts, Gift Ideas, gifts, Guests

Check out this DIY custom bookcase tutorial from Pretty Handy Girl | DIY bookcase | built-in bookcase | #prettyhandygirl #bookcase #DIY #builtin

How to Build Custom Built-In Bookcases

October 12, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

Matt & Jacque are here today to show you an amazing feat. They will show you how to build custom built in bookcases. You may remember this DIY Performing duo as former contributors. I know you've missed them and I'm sure you're excited to see Matt & Jacque back … [Read more...]

Bookcase backer board, bookshelves facelift, Build It, cabinet, Guests

Knowing how to caulk is a valuable DIY skill - a good looking caulk bead can turn a mediocre trim job into one that looks like a professional installed it! | How to Caulk Like a Pro | Pretty Handy Girl #prettyhandygirl #DIY #homerenovationtips

State Pride Magnetic Key Holder

October 2, 2015 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Brad! Brad is our first guy rocker to join the tour. He has an amazing creative brain and woodworking skills that will blow your mind. Brad has created this State Pride Magnetic Key Holder for you to build. And if you look close you'll notice … [Read more...]

accessories, arts and craft, Crafts, Guests, magnet, organizational tips, Stashbusting

How to Build a Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece

September 28, 2015 Brittany Bailey 6 Comments

Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Amy, with the tutorial to make this perfectly rustic Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece. Amy is the creative artist and builder behind Her Tool Belt! You may remember her amazing rustic chevron twin bed that crashed Pinterest (well, not … [Read more...]

accessories, Build It, Centerpieces, decor, Guests

Refinishing a Mid-Century Sideboard

September 21, 2015 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

Have you ever turned down a piece of furniture that looks ruined? Aha, today's rocker is Emily and she has the superpower to make furniture look brand new again!  On the Rockstar DIY stage today is a performance you won't forget. Emily will single-handedly take you through the … [Read more...]

Before and After, Furniture, Guests, Home & Auto Maintenance, Home Decor, ReNew, renovation, repair, sander

Rockstar DIY Series

Rockstar DIY Series

September 13, 2015 Brittany Bailey 15 Comments

I'm sending PrettyHandyGirl.com on tour! We will be traveling the country and beyond to gather DIY tutorials from a selection of the most talented DIY Bloggers on earth. I am super excited to introduce to you these 15 Rockstar DIY bloggers who will be sharing their talents with … [Read more...]

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you look lovely today mug

Homemade Tea Bags by Songbird

November 10, 2013 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

Homemade Tea Bags Oooo, you are going to be so excited! I have a very special lady visiting today, she traveled all the way from the Netherlands to share her Très Frugal DIY gift idea with you. Please welcome the very sweet and very savvy Marianne! Hello sweet friends. … [Read more...]

arts and craft, Crafts, Gift Ideas, gifts, Guests, Sewing, Très Frugal

Très Frugal – A Month Worth of DIY Gift Ideas

October 10, 2013 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

At the end of every year I'm struck by how much money is spent on holiday gift giving. There are so many people to buy for! As an answer to the age old question, "What should I get _______?" I'm teaming up with several bloggers to bring you Trés Frugal in November. At the … [Read more...]

Before and After, Build It, Gift Ideas, Guests

Mosaicworks Glass Tile Rainbow Mirror {Guest Post}

September 1, 2013 Brittany Bailey 9 Comments

Have you ever been browsing Pinterest or the blog world and come across an artist that has literally left your mouth hanging open? Well Karen from MosaicWorks may have caused me to drool a bit on my keyboard. I immediately asked her if she'd like to share a tutorial with … [Read more...]

art, arts and craft, decor, Decorating, Guests, mirrored glass

How to Create a Meaningful Home in Three Steps

May 13, 2013 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

Creating a meaningful home isn't an overnight process. I think many people are discouraged with their dwelling if it isn't the home of their dreams. I look at creating a meaningful home in three stages. Each stage is important to loving the home that you have now, even with its … [Read more...]

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Tiled End Table Makeover – Guest Post by Design Megillah

August 17, 2012 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

Rita from Design Megillah is here today. This gal has more creative talent in her little finger than most people have in their whole body! I've been following Rita's blog, for over a year now. I was first drawn to her blog because of the clean look. But, I was soon hooked by all … [Read more...]

Before and After, decor, Do It Yourself, Guests, Home Decor, Tutorial, Upcycling

How to Replace Garage Door Extension Springs – Guest Post Home Repair Tutor

August 1, 2012 Brittany Bailey 16 Comments

  Hey guys and gals, I have a special guest for you today! Today I have a real life Handy Man today. That's right we're bringing in a little testosterone to mix things up. This is Jeff aka Pretty Handy Man: Jeff writes Home Repair Tutor, a blog that shares … [Read more...]

bloggers, Door, Door Hardware, Guests, Home Safety, repair

Installing a Split Face Travertine Backsplash

July 27, 2012 Brittany Bailey 16 Comments

I met Jacque and Matt from The DIY Village recently at Haven. They are such an adorable (AND TALL) couple: Seriously, these two are TALL, I'm 5'6" and I was wearing heels in that picture! Poor Matt was one of the few guy bloggers at Haven, but he was able to ham it up with us … [Read more...]

bloggers, Build It, cabinet, demolition, DIY, Do It Yourself, Guests

Pallet Love – Guest Post by East Coast Creative

June 20, 2012 Brittany Bailey 5 Comments

  Today I have a special guest. Well, make that two special guests: Monica and Jess, the fabulous gals of East Coast Creative! But, before I let them take the reins I want to let you know that I'm secretly jealous that these two DIY gals live close to each other and … [Read more...]

Build It, Decorating, Guests, Upcycling

Silverware Wind Chime – DIY Talent Songbird

April 25, 2012 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

With a tweet and a whistle and a song in her heart, our next DIY Talent Parade participant is gliding....wait, no make that flying down the street! Whoa, well, I'm sure you've guessed by now that this talented gal is part avian. That's right, I have the beautiful and exotic … [Read more...]

art, arts and craft, bloggers, Crafts, decor, Decorating, gifts, Guests, Home Decor, Silverware

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