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DIY Modern Farmhouse Barn Door
Barn doors are all the rage these days, and for good reason. They are super functional, beautiful, and space saving in multiple design styles. I’ve been pinning barn doors for years knowing I would like to add one to my home at some point. Finally I broke down and made that happen in our narrow downstairs hallway! But not without some complications as I had baseboard heaters to work around. Read on if you’d like to learn how to add a DIY a modern farmhouse barn door in a space with baseboard heating. This tutorial will describe the process that I used to make it work! Disclaimer: In the name…
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Easy DIY Shiplap
Shiplap is an easy and inexpensive way to add texture and interest to any wall. Don’t know what shiplap is? Maybe you’ve been living under a rock in the desert somewhere for the last few years? No worries, I can school you real quick like. And while I’m at it, I’m going to tell you how to do it yourself, you know, if it is love at first sight or something. Disclaimer: In the name of full transparency, please be aware that this blog post contains affiliate links and any purchases made through such links will result in a small commission for me (at no extra cost for you). As…
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5 Best Tools for Beginner Woodworking
So you want to build, eh? And you are feeling tough, huh? Well, what are ya gonna do about it, hmm?! (I picture this being read by an old fashioned Jimmy Stewart in a gangster movie, apparently.) Anyhoo, if you want to get into woodworking, unfortunately you’ll need a few tools. Not saying I don’t love tools. I do. But they are pricey, require storage, and to be honest some of them can be downright scary. You need to know what you are getting into and just get the essentials to start. Read on and I will provide you with a list of my favorite beginner woodworking tools that you…
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9 Best Beginner Woodworking Projects
Choosing the right beginner woodworking project can make or break your future success as a DIYer. Overly dramatic?? Maybe. But it is risky if you choose something too tough as your first project, screw it up royally, and then never attempt another project. So it’s important to start simple and work your way up. I’m going to give you the 9 best beginner woodworking projects to learn new skills while finishing quickly and not spending a ton of money. Plus, they are super cute and functional too! All pics are linked to either the source article or a pinterest board (which is then linked to source articles) that you can…
