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Dreamy Window Seat Inspiration Photos

August 25, 2017 Brittany Bailey 14 Comments

Dreamy Window Seat Inspiration Photos I have a friend, named Claire, who is an interior design genius. She would beg to differ, but honestly she is brilliant when it comes to design decisions. This friend was the visionary who created our kitchen floor plan for us. She was also … [Read more...]

Decorating, inspiration, kitchen, Kitchen Renovation, Window, window dressing

Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame | Pretty Handy Girl

Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame

December 7, 2015 Brittany Bailey 8 Comments

I was really inspired by Laura Putnam's new book: DIY Rustic Modern Metal Crafts. I love the look of aged galvanized metal and knew that our home needed more of it. Today I'll share with you a tutorial to create your own Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame, inspired by Laura's … [Read more...]

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Build a Temporary Pergola with Trellises | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Build a Temporary Pergola

March 30, 2015 Brittany Bailey 41 Comments

This tutorial to build a temporary pergola is perfect for a wedding, photo shoot, for some shade, or for your garden if you are okay with it not lasting forever. My sister and I constructed it for our Thompson's WaterSeal Bali Dream Deck to provide some romance and shade from … [Read more...]

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DIY Interior Cedar Shutters

September 17, 2014 Jaime Costiglio 12 Comments

Hello Pretty Handy friends, Jaime from That's My Letter here today to share how to build functional interior cedar shutters using inexpensive AND readily available hardware. I have been itching to build some cedar shutters for our living room for quite some time now.  I had … [Read more...]

Build It, Contributor, Decorating, DIY, Home Decor, shutters, window dressing

Easy and Inexpensive Romantic Curtains | Pretty Handy Girl

Easy and Inexpensive Romantic Curtains

August 29, 2014 Brittany Bailey 10 Comments

Are your windows naked? What's holding you back? Don't have the funds to buy some? Don't have the time to sew some? I have the instant cure for your naked windows. Get ready to make your own easy and inexpensive romantic curtains! Best of all, you don't have to sew a … [Read more...]

accessories, bedroom, curtains, decor, Decorating, Master Bedroom, window dressing

How to Add Security Film to Glass Doors & Windows | Pretty Handy Girl

Install Security Film to a Glass Door and Protect Your Home

August 22, 2014 Brittany Bailey 30 Comments

The folks at Allstate Insurance have graciously sponsored this post, which will help you learn how to install security film to safeguard your doors (or windows) from a potential break-in! It's a simply DIY solution that could potentially save you the heartache of having your home … [Read more...]

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Painted Lampshade & a Quick Guest Room Makeover | Pretty Handy Girl

Painted Lampshade and a Quick Guest Room Makeover {Lowe’s Creator}

October 30, 2013 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

My mom was coming to visit his month. Since she's a repeat guest, I wanted to give the guest room a little mini makeover for her. With the addition of some new pillows, curtains and a painted lampshade I gave it a new look in an afternoon. Here's the before: And the … [Read more...]

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How to Frame and Install Window Casing and Trim by Pretty Handy Girl

How to Install Trim and Casing Moulding on a Casement Window

September 13, 2013 Brittany Bailey 17 Comments

Hello Friday!!! It's been a chaotic week here, how about yours? I'm excited to be sharing more tutorials from the kitchen renovation. I hope you'll excuse me as we jump back and forth in the renovation process. I've been trying to get the most relevant tutorials to you as soon … [Read more...]

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How to Install Window Blinds and Curtains {Lowe’s Creator}

September 2, 2013 Brittany Bailey 11 Comments

Whoa. What happened to summer? Labor Day is here and that means the holidays are just around the corner. I've started to think about sprucing up our guest room in anticipation of having guests. The number one complaint our guests have (not that many of them complain) is that … [Read more...]

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Make Your Own Metal Tags for Your Herb Garden

July 5, 2013 Cristina Garay 15 Comments

Do you remember seeing those adorable metal tags that were part of my last post on  how to build a window box to be used as a herb garden.  The final decorative touches to the box included metal tags labeling the herbs in the planter. They were so easy to make, I figured you'd … [Read more...]

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Build Your Own Custom Kitchen Herb Planter

May 29, 2013 Cristina Garay 14 Comments

Hello again, it's Cristina from Remodelando la Casa.   I'm happy to share a tutorial to build this kitchen herb planter with you today. It's one of those projects that you can decorate and customize to your own needs. Having fresh herbs was something I really wanted to … [Read more...]

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How to Install Window Trim

April 3, 2013 Cristina Garay 111 Comments

Hi everyone, I'm Cristina from Remodelando la Casa, and I'm beyond excited to join the team of Pretty Handy gals and guys!  I'm still pinching myself at such a wonderful opportunity. Today I'm going to show you a fairly easy way to transform your builder grade windows from … [Read more...]

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Hanging Beaded Glass Flower Vases

July 4, 2012 Brittany Bailey 40 Comments

Happy Independence Day America! A few weeks ago I attended a birthday party for my niece at The Scrap Exchange in Durham. My kids had to drag me kicking and screaming out of there because I was in creative nirvana. There were all kinds of little gems of creativity. Bottlecaps, … [Read more...]

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White-washed Window Box from a Wine Crate

March 5, 2012 Brittany Bailey 47 Comments

The other day I was wandering aimlessly shopping at Costco and spied an empty wooden wine crate. The angel stamped on the side was beckoning me to take her home. Actually, I read Funky Junk Interiors's post about making tool boxes last year and have been looking for just the … [Read more...]

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Adding Wallpaper for Windows to Stop the Peep Show

February 20, 2012 Brittany Bailey 113 Comments

I'm about to share something a little embarrassing with the whole world. I confess to you that I regularly walk in my bathroom naked in front of the only window in our master bathroom! Why would I do such a silly thing? Why? Well, I'm not intentionally trying to flash the … [Read more...]

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Dressing Up a Dormer Window with Shutters

September 18, 2010 Brittany Bailey 40 Comments

Our home has beautiful dormer windows. I love the little recessed ledges inside each dormer. But, the window in our hallway always looked so sad. Then one day it hit me! This poor window has been neglected and has no character, jewelry or bling! For whatever reason (maybe … [Read more...]

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