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Millie’s Remodel: Mini Demolition Update

Millie's Remodel: Mini Demolition Update I know it's been a few weeks since you had an update on the Millie's Remodel project. If you're wondering who is Millie and what am I doing to her, you can read more here. Otherwise, let me give you…

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DIY His and Hers Towel Hooks

DIY His and Hers Towel Hooks If you are short on space, add some extra storage and personality to your home with these customizable DIY his and hers towel hooks. No stencil or die cut machine required with this easy font transfer method. This…

arts and craft, Chalkboard paint, DIY, Do It Yourself, Home Decor

30+ Creative Projects using Chalkboard Paint

Chalkboard paint is such a fun addition to many different types of projects. You can turn anything into an ever-changeable work of art, or use it to label different items throughout your home. Here is a collection of 32 Creative Projects…

Home Tour, Video

Screen Porch Makeover with Invisible Mosquito Screens

I'm incredibly excited about our screen porch makeover with invisible mosquito screens. But, I also can't wait to share with you the almost invisible insect window screen material I found to replace our old screen porch screens. It's honestly…

decor, Decorating, DIY, fabric, Home Decor, pottery barn inspiration, Sewing, Tutorial

Simple and Stylish DIY Fabric Tissue Box Cover

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…

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Habitat for Humanity Bathroom Renovations in a Weekend

We recently completed Habitat for Humanity Bathroom Renovations in a Weekend. I don’t usually work for others, but when the executives at my local Habitat for Humanity office asked me to come in and take a look at their dated bathrooms,…

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30 Creative Craft Room Builds You Can DIY

30 Creative Craft Room Builds You Can DIY Is your home office or craft room in desperate need of some storage? Don't spend a ton of money on brand new furniture or custom closet organizers when you can build it yourself. Check out these creative…

Millie's Remodel, Video

Millie’s Remodel: A 1950’s Ranch Renovation

Millie's Remodel: A 1950's Ranch Renovation This is my latest home renovation project and another opportunity to use my general contracting skills to turn a dated and neglected house into a beautiful new home. Follow along with Millie's Remodel:…

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Saving Etta: Paint Colors + Home Tour Guide

Saving Etta: Paint Colors + Home Tour Guide Now that all the rooms have been revealed in the Saving Etta house, I thought you'd like one post to refer to all the paint colors used inside and outside the home. This will also be a great starting…

Window Cleaning Solution - Water and Dish Soap

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How to Clean Your Windows like a Pro

How to Clean Your Windows like a Pro Hi, Pretty Handy Girl Readers!! What's one way to improve both the interior look and exterior curb appeal of your home? Clean your windows! Not only do sparkling clean windows look amazing from the outside,…

Saving Etta

Saving Etta: Upstairs Room Reveals

Saving Etta: Upstairs Room Reveals We've come to the end of the Saving Etta room reveals. It's been fun, but it's time to move on to a new project. If you were here for the last Saving Etta reveal, you saw my announcement that I've purchased…

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DIY Modern House Number Sign

DIY Modern House Number Sign A step-by-step tutorial on how to create a DIY modern house number sign that will update your homes curb appeal. Do you want to update your homes curb appeal? Have you thought about upgrading the look of your…

Landscaping 101: Tools, Planting, and Adding Color to your Landscaping | Pretty Handy Girl

Landscaping, Landscaping & Gardening, Plants, Toolbox

Landscaping 101 – How to Create Beautiful Garden Beds

Ever notice your neighbor has a beautiful flower garden bed with lots of thriving plants but you can't seem to grow anything but rocks? I have the solution to your garden woes. Here's your Landscaping 101 Course: how to create beautiful garden…

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Grilled Corn Pesto Pizza

Grilled Corn & Pesto Pizza I have been pinning lots of grilled pizza recipes, but honestly I've never grilled a pizza before. Then I stumbled upon a recipe for grilled corn pizza and decided to alter it a little to suit my taste buds. The…

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Saving Etta: Living Room Reveal

Saving Etta: Living Room Reveal I know it's been a while since you received a Saving Etta update. And, there's a good reason for the delay. Not only did I renovate two bathrooms for our local Habitat for Humanity this past week, but I also…

bathroom, Build It, DIY, Gift Ideas

DIY Wooden Bath Tray with Phone Holder

DIY Wooden Bath Tray with Phone Holder Are you looking to add some beautiful functionality to your bathroom? This DIY Wooden Bath Tray (with Phone Holder) is the perfect addition! It turns a plain bath tub into the perfect place to relax and…

art, arts and craft, Crafts, decor, Decorating, DIY, kids art

How to Make a Mini Macrame Wall Hanging

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…

DIY, Home & Auto Maintenance, thrifting, Trash to Treasure, Upcycling, Video

How to Stretch Tight Shoes

How to Stretch Tight Shoes Have you ever bought a pair of shoes because they were super cute, but they were a tad too tight. If you're like me, you probably bought them and thought, "They'll stretch out if I wear them enough." Then a year or…

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How to Use a Sander

Welcome to another tool tutorial. Today I'm going to save you time and effort by teaching you how to use a sander. How to Use a Sander If you don't have a power sander, you'll likely recognize this contraption below. That's a manual sanding…

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Saving Etta: Upstairs Bathroom Reveal

Saving Etta: Upstairs Bathroom Reveal Today I'm revealing the last bathroom in the Saving Etta house. This bathroom is a departure from the more modern master bathroom and the shared downstairs bathroom. In the upstairs bathroom, I pushed the…

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Make Your Own “Living Blinds”

Make Your Own "Living Blinds" Looking for privacy or a way to decorate dormer windows? Look no further, because today I'm going to show you how to make these bohemian style living blinds! I have two dormers in my house and styling them…