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Vintage Map Lampshade | Pretty Handy Girl

Vintage Map Lampshade

March 17, 2017 Brittany Bailey 73 Comments

Do you want to update a plain vanilla lamp shade? Do you have a vacation you want to remember? You can do both with this vintage map lampshade! The process to create a Vintage Map Lampshade is easy, especially if your lamp shade is close to a perfect cylinder. But, what do you … [Read more...]

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How to Build a Rustic Crate Centerpiece (No Power Tools Needed!) #DIYCourage | Pretty Handy Girl

Build a Vintage Produce Crate Centerpiece – No Power Tools!

March 9, 2015 Brittany Bailey 7 Comments

It occurred to me the other day that many woodworking projects may deter people simply because they don't have power tools or they don't know how to use them yet. For that reason, I created this tutorial to help you Build a Vintage Produce Crate Centerpiece using no power … [Read more...]

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DIY Paper Bag Ornament | Pretty Handy Girl

DIY Paper Bag Ornament

December 17, 2014 Jaime Costiglio 2 Comments

Looking for a fast and easy ornament or gift tag?  I'm Jaime from That's My Letter here to share a diy ornament you can make from a readily available paper bag.  This project will have you looking at grocery and retail paper bags in a whole new light. The graphics on retail … [Read more...]

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DIY Christmas Journal

December 18, 2013 Jaime Costiglio 4 Comments

Need an easy DIY gift idea that any kid will love?  Jaime from That's My Letter here to share DIY Christmas journals made from inexpensive kids composition books. There's still time to make this Christmas journal gift for all those kids on your list who love to write and draw, … [Read more...]

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Marbled Picture Frames by Sarah M. Dorsey

November 29, 2013 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

Today I am so excited to have the very talented Sarah joining us with a fabulous très frugal DIY gift idea. Sarah is the creative genius behind Sarah M. Dorsey Designs. I am in love with her design style in her home. The coolest thing about Sarah's designs is that she achieves … [Read more...]

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Canvas Quote Art Tutorial | Pretty Handy Girl

Canvas Art with Loads of Fun Laundry Quote

November 28, 2013 Brittany Bailey 1 Comment

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you get your fill of food and family time today. I need to give a big congrats to the Silhouette Portrait Giveaway winner, Kelly Crumpler Kelly! Woo Hoo, you'll be making all your gifts with the Silhouette Portrait this year, won't you Kelly?! Speaking … [Read more...]

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DIY Book with Storage Inside | Pretty Handy Girl

Decorative Book with Hidden Storage Inside

November 5, 2013 Brittany Bailey 10 Comments

Do you remember when you were a kid and you wanted a super secret place to hide things from your sibling? Having a secret book with a hidden storage compartment would have been perfect! Even as an adult, it's nice to have a spot where you can hide something personal, valuable or … [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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Beveled Glass Ornaments from an Old Brass Light

December 12, 2011 Brittany Bailey 28 Comments

I had so much fun at the Habitat ReStore talk this past weekend. My favorite holiday decorations were these adorable beveled glass ornaments. Would you believe me if I told you that they began life as a dated octagon brass light fixture? Well, they did! And here is the … [Read more...]

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Guest Posting at Frugal Flourish – Making Glass Citrus Plates

July 15, 2011 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

I've been fighting a losing battle this week. I seem to have come home from California with some airplane cooties. Last night I got knocked down by a raging ear infection. This evening I came down with pink eye. My sympathies go out to all our little ones that have suffered from … [Read more...]

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Glass Jar Votive Holders

December 8, 2010 Brittany Bailey 15 Comments

  Glass Jar Votive Holders This has to be one of my favorite activities to do with the kids! Start by saving jars for a month or more! Salsa, jelly, vegetable, and baby jars all work well. Soak the jars to remove the labels and scrub any excess glue … [Read more...]

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Decoupaging the Dresser Panel with Wrapping Paper

October 19, 2010 Brittany Bailey 16 Comments

Here is the decoupage tutorial I promised you from the Diva of a Dresser makeover. Materials:Wrapping Paper, Decorative Paper or Wall PaperFresh Sharp Exacto bladeMod PodgeSpray Adhesive (optional) Paint BrushI started by unrolling a section of wrapping paper large enough to fit … [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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