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How to Make and Use a French Cleat

December 16, 2020 In Her Garage Leave a Comment

I am going to teach you how to securely hang heavy objects on the wall with a board and a few screws. Using a French Cleat has been a tried and true method for hanging heavy objects and is used by professional cabinet makers and DIYers alike. It can be incorporated into the item … [Read more...]

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DIY Kid’s Craft Table

August 19, 2020 In Her Garage 2 Comments

Have the kids taken over your kitchen table or island? Need somewhere to let the kids get creative? Today I am going to show you how to make a simple DIY kid’s craft table (or desk). Let's get building. DIY Kid’s Desk and Craft Table If your children are going to be home … [Read more...]

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DIY Ideas for Setting Up A Home Office

April 1, 2020 Eve Marie Leave a Comment

Many of you have suddenly found yourselves transitioning to a home office during this period of social distancing and feeling overwhelmed. No matter how much or how little space you have to work with, I'm here to help you create a cheerful and practical work space with these DIY … [Read more...]

Build It, desk, Home Decor, Home Office, organizational tips

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DIY Concrete Desk Organizer

June 1, 2018 Sheri Leave a Comment

DIY Concrete Desk Organizer Hi! It's Sheri from Hazel + Gold, and I'm excited to share this DIY Concrete Desk Organizer tutorial with you! This organizer was born from necessity.  Do you have a jar or cup-like pen holder? Have you ever knocked it over reaching for a pen or … [Read more...]

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How to Turn a Desk Organizer into a Charging Station

February 26, 2018 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

How to Turn a Desk Organizer into a Charging Station Do you have multiple devices that need charging every day, but they are cluttering up your counter or table? Luckily I have the answer to that problem and it involves this simple desk organizer. Would you believe that … [Read more...]

DIY, Home Office, organizational tips, Upcycling

File Cabinet Makeover Using Chalk Paint

April 22, 2015 Addicted 2 DIY 6 Comments

Hey there everyone!  I'm working in my craft room to give it a major overhaul and make it a much more functional and creative space.  It also doubles as an office that I share with my husband.  It's not always the easiest thing to do, partly because of a lack of organization. One … [Read more...]

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The reality is...it's not real | Pretty Handy Girl

The Reality Is…

April 8, 2015 Brittany Bailey 58 Comments

The reality is that what you see on TV and magazines isn't real life. We all know this, but do we tend to forget after a while? I was watching one of those popular HGTV reality shows the other day. This one happened to be filmed in our neighborhood, so I was very familiar with … [Read more...]

accessories, decor, Home Decor, Home Office, Home Tour, inspiration, kitchen, Kitchen Renovation, laundry room

Knockoff PB Personalized Pinboard

March 25, 2015 Addicted 2 DIY 5 Comments

Hey everyone!  If you remember, last month, I shared with you how I updated my boys' desk in our den with a wood plank desktop.  The den is just about ready for the big reveal and now I'm just working on adding little details.  This includes these fun personalized bulletin … [Read more...]

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DIY Chalkboard Memo Board (4th grade project) | Pretty Handy Girl

Chalkboard Memo Board – The Time I Made a 4th Grade Teacher Use a Power Tool

August 8, 2014 Brittany Bailey 22 Comments

Before the end of the school year a REALLY GOOD friend of mine asked if I would give a talk in her daughter's class about what I do for a living. I hemmed and hawed because I rarely have the free time. But, the main reason I was hesitant was because I didn't know how to talk to … [Read more...]

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The Lettered Cottage

25 Dreamy Blue Paint Color Choices

August 25, 2013 Colleen Jorgensen 25 Comments

It's no secret that one of the quickest and least expensive ways to transform a room is with paint. Choosing the right color, however, can be tricky. It's always recommended to paint some sample colors in the room you'll be painting. Both natural and artificial lighting play huge … [Read more...]

Home Office, inspiration, kitchen, laundry room, Master Bedroom, painting, Painting & Antiquing Techniques

Summer Tour of Homes – Welcome to My Home

June 5, 2013 Brittany Bailey 75 Comments

Welcome, welcome! I'm so glad to see you made it. I hope you didn't get lost. Did you just get here from Angie's house at the Country Chic Cottage? Her home is so cozy and beautiful (so make sure you didn't miss her stop on the tour!) I'm so glad to have you over … [Read more...]

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Young House Love's Living Room

Gray, Grey or Greige {Finding the Perfect Gray}

March 22, 2013 Brittany Bailey 26 Comments

Work is progressing in the kitchen and I finished painting the upper portion of the wall a very light greige (a cross between beige and gray.) Light Greige Our Kitchen Command Center - Sherwin Williams Aesthetic White With the abundance of light colors in the kitchen, I … [Read more...]

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Make Your Own Customized File Bin with Mod Podge

June 15, 2012 Brittany Bailey 9 Comments

I'm just curious if I'm the only person who loses sight of her desk every week? I spend Monday mornings clearing the clutter and figuring out my plan of attack for the week. I could really save that 30 minutes each week by corralling my clutter in one place! On a recent excursion … [Read more...]

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Industrial Work Table with Vintage Dictionary Top – Guest Post by Hammer Like a Girl

March 7, 2012 Brittany Bailey 13 Comments

Y'all are gonna love today's guest post! Hammer Like a Girl is in the HOWZZ! Check out that industrial book page topped table that they created. Today's guest post is brought to you by THREE handy gals! I'm seriously thinking about moving to Seattle just so I can be one of … [Read more...]

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Home Office Makeover – From Dark and Dreary to Light and Dreamy

August 30, 2010 Brittany Bailey 42 Comments

Why do we wait to remodel the rooms that we spend the most time in?Our home office had very humble beginnings. No overhead lights meant we had to use a floor lamp and table top lights to see.The walls were a deep burnt sienna color that didn't bounce much of that light around.I … [Read more...]

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Hi, I'm Brittany aka Pretty Handy Girl. I like the smell of coffee and sawdust in the morning. I live to break stereotypes and empower you to take on your own DIY project.

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