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SITTING PRETTY

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Elevate your porch with furniture makeovers, hardy plants, and a swoon-worthy swing. 56

IN FULL BLOOM

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Flower power is back! Easy decorating projects combine classic blossoms with the latest tools and techniques. 66

ABOUT FACE

Boost your home’s curb appeal this weekend with projects for windows,, walkways, windows walkw ays, gardens g ardens,, front doors, and containers.

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COLOR WAVE

Bring dreamy soft hues to walls, fabrics, furniture, and more with layers of thinned paint and dye. THE HOUSE THAT JEN BUILT

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Attrac t feath ered friends Attract fr iends with wi th the th e best feede feeders, rs, baths, b aths, and plants. pla nts. And don’t do n’t miss mi ss our bonus picks p icks for bees and butterflies.

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Create a style oasis with cactus-inspired products.

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Transform wood ladders into shelving, tables, racks, and more. 32

Whether framing a favori te photo or hanging a gallery wall, you’ ll achieve a curated look with our start-to-finish guide to displaying art.

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Savor the summer sun with hot kits and gadgets for your home and garden.

FIND IT. FRAME IT. HANG IT.

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Dyed vases 9 Dip-dyed table runner 9 Decoupaged vase 10 Shutter centerpiece 11 Terra-cotta chargers 11 Postcard table runner 12 Knife block 14 Cork bag clip 15 Mini clipboard 16 Party supply organizer 17 Cork-lined pantry riser 17 Acrylic floating frame 42 Folk art frame 44 Tramp art frame 44 Lace embellished pillow 48 Brooch embellished pillow 48 Built-in drink holder 50 Stamped silverware 50 Customized folding chair 53 Basket side table 53 Leather-wrapped vase 53 Tile house numbers 54 Beaded hanging container 54 Embroidered tablecloth 59 Plywood wall vase 62 Photocopied pillow 62 Lace-texture drawer 66 Painted containers 69 Metal tubing orb 69 House number plaque 73 Customized mailbox 73 Stenciled welcome mat 74 String-wrapped wreath 75 Watercolor floral pillow 79 Watercolor tablecloth 80 Watercolor napkins 81 Color-dipped dishes 82 Color-dipped place cards 82 Color-stamped curtains 84 Monogrammed pillow cover 86 Color-washed banner 87 Drop cloth window treatment 94 Tassel curtain 96 Zip-tie lantern 98 Candle garden torches 98 Terra-cotta pot birdhouse 100 Birdseed shapes 102 Dishware bird feeder 104

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Raise the bar on style this summer. Whether you want to create outdoor ambience or revamp furniture, these ideas are sure to inspire. Find more projects at BHG.com. stone style BOLD FABRIC, DECOUPAGE MEDIUM, AND SPRAY SEALANT MAKE THESE CONCRETE STONES STAND OUT WHILE ALSO WITHSTANDING THE ELEMENTS. VISIT BHG.COM/DIYOUTDOOR FOR STEP�BY�STEP INSTRUCTIONS.

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Outdoor lights are a creative and thrifty way to decorate your yard, above . Get more inexpensive ideas for sprucing up your outdoor spaces. BHG.com/BudgetYard

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DIY DISTRESSING

You don’t have to buy vintage to enjoy wood furniture with patina. With a little paint and some strategic sanding, you can age furniture in almost no time. BHG.com/DistressWood

BUBBLY WALL ART

Love the watercolor projects starting on page 78? Watch a video on making abstract art using bubbles. You’ll need tempera paint, dish soap, straws, and water. BHG.com/BubbleArt

HEAD OUTDOORS

Make your backyard an extension of your home. We have 17 DIY projec ts to help, including improving outdoor seating and adding personality to a garden. BHG.com/DIYOutdoor

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Stephen Sondheim’s lyrics from the musical Company come to mind as I survey this issue’s array of perfect -size projects. Bit by bit, these small, smart efforts combine to produce big results. In an afternoon, you can create a water-color inspired tabletop (“Color Wave,” page 78 ), pair it with a few wall vases (“In Full Bloom,” page 56 ), and— voilà!—you’re ready to host a gorgeous party. With an hour of effort, you can begin attrac ting birds t o your yard wi th a simple house, feeder, or bath (“For the Birds,” page 1 00). Or you can follow S enior Associate Editor Maria Charbonneaux’s incremental approach to boosting curb appeal. She and her husband, John, tackled a series of weekend projects (a curvy walkway, custom cedar shutters, super-cute window boxes) and transformed their staid suburban home into a style superstar (“About Face,” page 66 ). Enjoy!

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Watery Them e WE MADE THIS OCEAN� INSPIRED RUNNER BY FOLDING WHITE COTTON FABRIC AND DIPPING THE EDGES INTO BLUE FABRIC DYE.

TRY IT

CENTER STAGE Dine in style this summer by combining a no-fail centerpiece and easy table settings. PROJECTS KARIN LIDBECK�BRENT PHOTOGRAPHS KRITSADA WORDS BECKY MOLLENKAMP

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Create the soothing look of sea glass by coating glass bottles in dyed decoupage medium, above. (We stocked up on inexpensive bud vases and oil decanters from thrift stores.) In a disposable container, mix ¼ cup of matte decoupage medium with 2–3 tablespoons of liquid fabric dye (we used Rit dye). Use just one dye color, or mix them to make custom shades. Brush a thick layer of dyed glue onto a glass bottle, and let i t set for fi ve minutes. Ball up paper towels to dab away the glue (A). T he more you remove, the lighter the color. When you’re happy with the color, allow the remaining glue to dry completely. Apply a final coat of untinted decoupage glue as a protective finish. Place fresh flowers in the bottles and arrange them down the center of the table. COASTAL DAYDREAM

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budget Breakdown DECOUPAGE MEDIUM $7 BOTANICAL IMAGES

FREE GLASS VASE $7 SPRAY PAINT $6 TOTAL // $20

Choose Wisely SHOP FOR SIMPLE SQUARE AND CYLINDRICAL VASES AT CRAFTS AND HOBBY STORES. BEFORE YOU BUY, TEST THAT YOU CAN COMFORTABLY FIT YOUR HAND INSIDE THE VASE.

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Embellish a glass vase with natural images for a look both sweet and graphic, above. Make color copies from nature or botanical books, and cut out each image using scissors or a crafts knife. (Avoid color ink-jet copies, which can run when decoupage medium is applied.) One at a time, apply decoupage medium to the front of each image (A), then secure it to the inside of the clear glass vase, layering images for a cohesive look. When dry, mask the outside of the vase with paper and spray-paint inside the vase (over the images) to create a consistent background color. To protect the finish, place a smaller watertight container inside the painted vase to hold flowers.

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GARDEN STYLE Turn

your table into a rustic getaway using a small wood shutter from a thrift store or an architectural salvage shop, left . After cleaning and staining or painting the shutter, use ceramic glue to attach small terra-cotta pots underneath at each corner. Place the shutter on a grassy-green runner, and decorate it with found objects and rustic accents. Continue the back-to-nature theme by using large terra-cotta saucers from the garden center as chargers at each place setting.

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MEMORY LANE Create a keepsake of favorite vacations by putting the postcards you’ve collec ted on display, below . Scan your favorites and print them onto ink-jet printable fabric sheets. Cut around each printout with pinking shears (A). Peel the images away from their paper backings, and arrange them on a plain table runner. Temporarily secure them using spray-mount adhesive, then stitch around each by hand or using a sewing machine. Fill out the display by adding groups of votive candles between the images.

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Branching out GATHER FALLEN BRANCHES OR PURCHASE THEM AT A CRAFTS STORE. WE USED A MIX OF LIGHT AND DARK MITSUMATA BRANCHES �ABOUT $8/CLUSTER� FOR OUR DESIGN.

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TAKE FLIGHT To

make this lig ht and airy display, above, set a glass vase or hurricane on a log slice from a crafts store. Outline the container’s base with a pencil, then measure out 1 inch and draw a second, larger circle (A). Drill holes slightly smaller than the branches every ¾ inch around the outer circle. Cut branches—ours vary from 20 to 28 inches long—and use a crafts knife to whittle the base to fit the branches into the holes. Place the vase on the center of the wood and insert the branches, using wood glue to secure (B). Hot-glue faux butterflies to the branches. FOR RESOURCES SEE PAGE 108.

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A CUT ABOVE Buy, hack, or make from scratch these super-sharp kitchen storage solutions. PROJECTS CHRISTY BROKENS PHOTOGRAPHS JASON DONNELLY WORDS SARAH WOLF

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KNIFE HOLDER

Make your own knife holder with a handful of brass screws and washers, three pieces of ½× 8×10-inch pine, and ¼-inch plexiglass sheeting (also called polycarbonate). TIP: We bought ours precut to 8×10 inches at a home center.

Use wood glue to layer the three wood pieces into a block; clamp together until the glue dries. Use sandpaper to smooth edges and slough off any dried glue. To tint the wood, apply food coloring with a clean rag. (For a food-safe version of walnut-tone stain, we used 4 drops of red, 10 of yellow, 1 of blue, and 4 drops of water.) Seal with a few coats of coconut oil, applied with a clean rag.

To attach the plexiglass, drill holes the full width of the screws in the four corners of the plexiglass panel. Drill pilot holes into the wood. Slide a finishing washer between the plexiglass and the wood to allow space for the knife blades. Place another finishing washer under the screwhead for a decorative touch. Hand-screw everything tightly in place.

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HANGING SYSTEM

The next time you polish off a bottle of Cabernet, save the cork for this genius reuse. With a sharp knife, cut a slit into the cork about halfway down so it easily slides onto the folded flap of a just-opened bag of chips, flour, shredded coconut, marshmallows— you name it.

IKEA’s Rimforsa series lifts bottles, jars, and cookbooks off the countertop to free work space while keeping goto items within reach. The system includes steel rails ($7 each), which fasten to the wall (drill into the wall studs or use heavy-duty anchors), and a host of bamboo add-ons. $30 for holder with containers; $16 for tablet stand; ikea.com

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Rather than rifling through big boxes filled with small pantry items, sort everything into two or three modular trays. The ultra-efficient Like-It Bricks can be divided into slim rows for steadying tea packets, spices, extracts, and more. Trays stack and slide for easy access. Pieces shown range from $2 to $8 each; containerstore.com MODULAR TRAYS

testing the waters PERFECT TESTERS FOR DYE. DIP THEM INTO THE COLOR AND ADJUST THE MIX UNTIL YOU LOVE WHAT YOU SEE.

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Create your own color-coordinated clipboards by tracking down some 1 ⁄ 8-inch plywood plaques at a crafts store. (Ours came 5¾×12 inches, although you could cut a board to size to hold a specific paper pad or to fit on a certain corner of your desk.) Tint the ends of each board by dipping them into a dye solution—a couple of plastic buckets are ideal for this. We experimented with three colors of Rit dye until we got just the right shades of violet and indigo. Let the dyed wood dry, then seal it with clear polyurethane spray. Glue a wooden clothespin to the top of the clipboard. MINI CLIPBOARDS


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USE THE HOLES IN THE MAGAZINE FILES FOR DRINKING STRAWS�OR EVEN PLASTIC KNIVES AND FORKS.

You can't beat Label Once erasable labels for marking bins or boxes in the pantry or refrigerator. Change the label as often as the container’s contents without having to scrape off gummy adhesive. They’re also safe for microwave, freezer, and dishwasher. $10 for a starter kit; organize.com ERASABLE LABELS

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MAGAZINE HOLDERS Stack plastic magazine holders on

their sides and put paper plates and napkins in order inside a cupboard or pantry. We found these holders at an office supply store, but you might have some lurking in your home office.

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Flexible yet sturdy, the Chef Buddy folding sink drying rack grips the sink ledge with its silicone edges. It's strong enough to cradle justwashed dishes or fresh veggies while you rinse them. Excess water drips directly into the sink, and the rack rolls up like a yoga mat to save space. $6; homedepot.com

Here’s a clever way to improve the handy shelf riser: Add adhesive-back cork to each level, creating a nonslip surface for cans. Acrylic riser, $15; containerstore.com. Duck Brand Real Cork Tape, $6; PANTRY RISER

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STUFF WE LOVE

ON OUR RADAR Soak up the creative vibe! These innovative kits and helpful products make it easy to get things done and give you more time to enjoy the summer sun. PROJECTS AMB ER WAGN ER PHOTOGRAPHS MARTY BALDWIN

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SOLID GOLD Make

industrial-chic baubles from scratch! Mix and pour lightweight concrete into jewel molds, apply gold leaf, and affix jewelry findings. Find everything you need at Darby Smart to make a treasure trove of earrings, necklaces, and pins. $52 for all items needed; darbysmart.com

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organic basil, cilantro, sage, and dill right on your windowsill. Drainage holes aren’t needed thanks to biochar in the potting medium, which prevents overwatering and increases nutrient absorption. $24 for a four-pack;

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3 Rotating dual chucks on the Switchdriver 20V cordless drill/driver means you can always have a bit and a screwdriver head at the ready. Simply turn the nose assembly and drive. Electronic torque control delivers the right level of power for any task. $100; worx.com 4 Send love from

anywhere in the country with this map pillow kit, which includes a screen-printed pillow cover, buttons, needle and thread, and instructions. $32;

countercouturedesign .com 5 Draw

calligraphy animals with help from this howto book by Andrew Fox. An included calligraphy marker and 25 sheets of postcard-size paper help you get started drawing crabs, horses, and llamas. $15; rockpointpub.com

6 This DIY ukulele kit

makes music personal. Assemble the body and neck, then string yourself. Paint or stain for a custom finish. $40;

uncommongoods.com 7 Scour dirt and grime

from patios, decks, and tile with this clever brush. Heavy-duty bristles facing multiple directions offer powerful, efficient cleaning. $15;

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composting in your freezer. Made to fit securely on a freezer door, the Scrap Happy silicone bin eliminates odors and flies. The entire container flips inside out to release scraps. $15;

fullcirclehome.com 9 Leaky pipes and

broken hand tools are no match for heat- and cold-resistant FiberFix. Activated by water, this resin-based wrap hardens to a permanent, waterproof coating in 10 minutes. $6 for a 40-inch roll;

fiberf ix.com 10 Turn bare walls into

works of art. Choose from 35 innovative projects, including washi tape animals and 3-D paper flowers, detailed in Clare Youngs’ how-to book. $20;

rylandpeters.com 11 Make your own

fermented veggies, kombucha, or yogurt in a few days with this halfgallon fermentation kit. An air-lock system seals out contaminants. $35;

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one piece of molded poly, this shovel features a nonstick surface that’s ideal for scooping mulch, dirt, and gravel. $41; amleo.com 13 Make your own 12

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crowns, banners, and cupcake holders with the DIY Birthday Project Stack. Forty-eight sheets of double-sided patterned cardstock come with templates and instructions to create everything you need for a handcrafted party. $15; dcwv.com 14 Stitch your way to summertime bliss! This embroidery kit includes printed fabric, stitching and color guides, an embroidery hoop, and thread and needles. $30; tamarnahiryanai

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with this antimicrobial indoor and outdoor primer. Paint directly over stains and mildew to kill bacteria and fungus, then paint as usual. $35 for a gallon;

rustoleum.com 16 This expandable

structure sets up in seconds to support sheet lumber for work surfaces for carpentry, tailgating, or picnics. Steel legs fold down to a compact unit for easy storage and hauling. $65;

centipedetool.com 17 Brighten

cards and crafts with the Neon Chroma Ink Pad Set, featuring four shades of archival pigments perfect for stamping. $10;

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and pets, Aunt Fannie’s FlyPunch attracts and kills pesky fruit flies with its nontoxic formula. Just remove the seal and set it on the counter for 30 fly-free days. $8;

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with wooden handles and fine bristles, Restore brushes work wonders with chalk paint and waxes. Ergonomic handles offer precise control and comfort. Starting at $16;

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benches and garages, this customizable tool hanging kit ships with two interlocking boards and nine hooks and hangers. $40;

hansenglobalinc.com 21 Connect, unravel,

and stretch the Swivel Grip Garden Hose without frustration. The swiveling fittings and kink-resistant hose mean twisting and knotting are problems of the past. $25 for a 10-foot hose; flexzilla.com

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a fountain with this easyto-install kit. The pump comes with optional feet and rubber plug to work with a range of containers. $20; smart-pond.com 23 WamBam

fencing requires no digging or concrete. Just drive stakes into the ground, slide the vinyl/PVC fencing over the top, and repeat. A fence permit may be required before installation. $60 for a 7-foot-long fence panel, $35 for anchor system;

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No diggin g required! Drive stakes into the ground in s econds and top with posts.

Level shelves are a must! make sure the ladder rungs on each side line up before you begin.

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WHAT TO DO WITH

LADDERS Search flea markets, thrift stores, and your own garage to get a leg up on these smart projects. PROJECTS JORDANA & KASEY HENKE PHOTOGRAPHS CAMERON SADEGHPOUR WORDS EMILY ELVERU

Ladder sections take sides when you build this freestanding shelf. Cut a wooden ladder into two equal sections using a circular saw; sand the raw edges. Cut 1×12 pine boards (ours are 30 inches long) for the shelving. Sand, prime, and paint all sides. Lay both ladder sections flat. Measure and mark parallel points 4 inches to the right and left of the center on each rung. Drill holes at the marks using a countersink drill bit. Lay one ladder section on its side, center a shelf next to the top rung, and attach through the holes using 3-inch construction screws. With a partner’s help, carefully stand up the ladder, and attach the other ladder section to the shelf. Place a 1×3 strip of salvaged wood diagonally across the back of the unit. Drive a 1½-inch screw at the bottom. Check that the shelf is level; attach the opposite end of the brace. Install the remaining shelves. Further secure the brace to the shelves. Place a second brace across the back. Mark and remove the section where the brace crosses the first diagonal board using a miter saw. Attach the brace. Trim overhanging brace ends. OPEN CONCEPT

Lickety split USE CONSTRUCTION SCREWS TO ATTACH SHELVES TO RUNGS. THEIR DESIGN PREVENTS THE WOOD FROM SPLITTING WHEN DRIVEN CLOSE TO THE SHELF EDGE.

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Custom FIT IF A LADDER IS TOO LONG FOR YOUR SPACE, ADAP T IT. MARK EACH SIDE RAIL ABOUT 6 INCHES FROM THE LAST RUNG YOU WANT TO USE, THEN CUT OFF THE EXCESS.

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the right hardware, a ladder becomes a laundry room helper. Sand and prime a wood ladder, then apply two coats of semigloss paint. Once dry, measure 6 inches in from one end of the ladder and drill a pilot hole on the inside of the ladder. Twist a No. 104 2 -inch zinc-plated screw eye into the hole. Repeat on the other end of the same rail. To hang the ladder, use a stud finder to locate wall studs. On the rail opposite the screw eyes, mark hole locations to align with the studs. Using a countersink drill bit, drill holes through the rail at each stud. Attach the ladder to the wall by inserting 3-inch screws into the studs. Next, extend about 2 feet of steel chain (rated for the necessary weight capacity) from the screw eyes to the wall at a 45-degree angle, and mark the wall. With a drill bit, make a ½-inch-deep hole into each mark and screw in No. 104 2 screw eyes. Connect the chain from the screw eyes on the wall to the screw eyes on the ladder. Trim excess chain as necessary using a rotary tool or bolt cutter, or remove extra links with pliers.

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QUALITY

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SIZE Bring a

Sturdy ladders turn into stable projects, so pass on anything that’s brittle or wobbly.

Inspect the entire ladder before you buy it to make sure it doesn’t show any signs of rot.

flat, steady rungs if you’re building a shelf so your items don’t slip and slide.

tape measure, and note key specs— height, width, and distance between rungs.


Ask a local glass store to cut a piece of tempered glass to fit your table’s me asurem ents. We had the edges sanded for safety.

CHOP SHOP Divide a long wooden ladder into four equal sections to build this side table. (We centered two rungs in each section.) Cut each end of the sections with nonparallel 45-degree miter cuts. Stand the sections on their sides, and fit the mitered ends together. Drill pilot holes at the corners of each joint with a -inch bit. Apply wood glue between the mitered ends; use corner clamps to hold the joints together as you hammer 3-inch finish nails into each corner, forming a box. Cut salvaged floorboards to create a base for the box, and glue the planks together. Glue the box to the base and secure with 1½-inch finish nails. Sand all surfaces. Attach four casters to the bottom of the table: Use a ¼-inch drill bit to make ½-inch-deep pilot holes; install the casters with ¼-inch lock washers and ¼×1-inch hex-head lag screws. Apply a clear coat of finishing wax (we used Briwax) to the entire unit using steel wool. Wipe and polish with a clean towel. Place a ¼-inch-thick piece of tempered glass for the tabletop.

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With a large selection of vendors to choose from, you’re bound to find old ladders in every shape and size.

STORES

Your next project might be waiting outside your door, especially when neighbors don’t see the need for an old step stool.

IMPROVEMENT

Search walls, corners, and even the ceiling. Sellers like to hang ladders on every open space.

STORES

Find stepladders here. When you buy new, you know they’re in good shape.

Line up ladder sections in a miter box, found at hardware stores, to get smooth, accurate 45-degree cuts. Be sure the wood isn’t warped or you may have issues fitting the corners.

Roll with it CONSIDER YOUR FLOOR WHEN BUYING CASTERS. HARD SURFACES, LIKE TILE OR WOOD, REQUIRE SOFT WHEELS. INSTALL METAL, PLASTIC, OR HARD RUBBER CASTERS FOR CARPET.

Looking trim EACH RUNG OF AN OLD LADDER MAY VARY SLIGHTLY IN WIDTH. MEASURE AND CUT FOR EACH SECTION SO SHELVES FIT SNUGLY BETWEEN THE RAILS.

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Give a 3-foot stepladder new life as a countertop plant stand. To remove the metal side braces and back legs of the ladder, drill through the metal rivets. Next, measure the width of each step and cut three 1×8 pine boards to size. Sand the ladder and shelves. Use a countersink drill bit to make a hole in each corner of the underside of each step. Smear wood glue on the top tread, align the top shelf with the back of the tread, and secure from below with a 1¼-inch screw in each pilot hole. Place the ladder against the wall to determine the placement for the next two shelves (the back of the shelves should rest against the wall); glue and screw the shelves in place. Apply two coats of spray paint. To attach the unit to the wall, install a 1×2 pine ledger board with 2-inch screws just below the top step. Secure the shelf to the ledger board from the top using 2-inch screws. STEP RIGHT UP


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GIRL Tackle beauty-boosting, function-building outdoor tasks this summer with these tips. WORDS KELLY ROBERSON

We invested in a new gas grill last year. What’s my yearly maintenance to-do? DEAR HANDY GIRL,

DEAR READER, For year-round

FOUR Disconnect the gas. Clean the

ease of use—a little summer cooking even in the middle of winter—nothing beats a gas grill. Guard your investment in this pricey outdoor appliance by following these steps yearly.

burners with a wire brush and the tubes that connect them to the valves with a hose or a wet sponge. Use a paper clip to open clogged holes. Replace damaged or corroded burners.

Inspect the fuel line for holes, bends, and cracks; replace as needed. Then check it for invisible leaks: Brush a really soapy mix of water and dish soap onto the line. Turn on the gas, then brush more soapy mix onto the line and watch for bubbles, which are a sign of a gas leak. Replace as needed.

FIVE While the gas is disconnected,

ONE

TW O Look at the propane tank for

clean all the cooking parts of the grill. Brush and scrub all the surfaces that you use to cook, including grates and burner protectors. Notice any rusted parts? Replace as needed. LOOKING

damage and replace as needed.

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THREE Test the ignition. Disconnect

BRUSHED ONTO A LINE, YOU HAVE ONE.

or turn off the gas, then turn on the ignition. A spark means the system is all good. If there’s no spark, your pressure regulator (check your owner’s manual for location) might not be tight enough.

DEAR HANDY GIRL,

We installed our brick paver patio a few years ago, and a couple of the bricks are cracked. Do we have to rip it up? DEAR READER, You most certainly

don’t—that’s the good news! You'll need to get the broken brick out and re-lay it. The process differs if the brick is laid in mortar versus sand. IF IT’S LAID IN MORTAR Break up the damaged brick. You might need a sledgehammer, hammer, and chisel to get out the pieces. Remove all pieces and any debris. ONE

TW O On the bed, add a layer of

cold-mix asphalt or mortar, smoothing it with a trowel to create an even, bondable surface for the new brick. THREE Place the new brick; tamp it

in place with a mallet, checking that it's level with the surrounding patio. FOUR Trowel additional mortar in

place to fill the gaps around the brick. Let dry as directed. IF IT’S LAID IN SAND Pry up the broken brick using a crow bar and hammer. Remove debris. ONE

TW O Measure the height of the new

brick. Add and level sand as needed to the bed, measuring and adjusting to accommodate the height of the brick. Place the brick. Fill the surrounding area with sand until the brick is firmly in place and level with the surrounding patio. THREE


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I don’t mind that my lawn isn’t perfectly green, but last year it looked so ragged and was filled with weeds. What can I do? DEAR READER, Healthy grass

mostly takes care of itself. But stressed grass can quickly be overtaken by weeds; one of the more common stresses for grass is lack of circulation for air and moisture. To fix it, you need to aerate and fertilize, and both are easy DIY projects. WHAT’S AERATING? Aeration

is puncturing the thatch layer and soil at regular intervals; those small holes give water, air, and nutrients room to move and reach the lawn roots, which in turn help it grow thick and strong.

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Late spring is best—you’ll catch grass when it hits its growing stride—but early fall is also a good time. It’s also easier to aerate if the ground isn’t dry. While you can aerate every year, you’ll be OK with an every-other-year schedule. HOW DO I AERATE?

There are two types of aerating—spike or plug. Spike pushes holes into the ground, while plug removes small sections of soil. Plug aerators are generally considered a better approach. If you’re using a plug aerator, your lawn will be littered with small pieces of a soil-grass combo. The next time you mow, your lawnmower should break these up.

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Our deck is mostly in good shape—a few nicks and scratches here and there—but yikes is it faded. What can I do? DEAR HANDY GIRL,

EASY REMOVAL

DEAR HANDY GIRL,

We have a lovely window in our front door with a not-solovely crack in it. How can we fix this giant eyesore? DEAR READER, Before you get to

work, answer this question: Is the pane old or new? Old windows are generally single-pane glass, which equals an at-home fix. New windows are usually double-pane; the space between the glass is filled with inert gas, and these fixes are for a glass repair shop. If yours is single-pane, here’s what you need to do: MEASURE THE OPENING. Have a

piece of glass cut just ever-so-slightly smaller than that measurement. Wear heavy-duty safety gloves and take out the pieces using pliers to get at any remnants. The frame should be free of glass. Dispose of the shards in a sturdy trash receptacle. REMOVE THE OLD GLASS.

CLEAN THE SASH. Use a scraping

tool with chiseled tip or a wire brush A

Are shards of glass stuck in the frame? A little warmth from a heat gun will help loosen old putty.

to remove the old glazing compound. Pull out any old glazier's points. PLACE THE NEW GLASS.

Apply a thin bead of caulk or glazing compound to the groove around the entire perimeter. This helps seal and cushion the glass. Gently lower the glass into place. Install glazier’s points, which are small metal fasteners, every 12 inches around the perimeter of the pane (A). AP PLY GL AZ ING CO MP OU ND.

You'll find it in a tube at the hardware store. Apply around the edges where the glass meets the window frame, using a steady motion. This helps hold the glass in place and seals the seam. Working in one direction, draw a putty knife along the edge to smooth the compound (B). Let dry according to the manufacturer’s directions. Paint the compound to match the door. B

DEAR READER, Sounds like your

deck needs a good cleaning and maybe a seal/stain combo. The job will take most of a weekend, but it’s worth it. Here are some strategies we like. Take the time before you refresh the surface to fix any nagging worn-and-torn spots. Tighten fasteners that secure your deck to the house, remove and replace any nails or screws that are sticking up, and check for any signs of extensive damage that might need fixing, too. REPAIRING

CLEANING Give your deck a good

sweep. Many people reach for a power washer next. A power washer’s intense pressure can cause damage in inexperienced hands. And the dry time can be days. If you’re set on it, select a fan-type nozzle head and scale back the pressure. Other options include deck-specific cleaners, sprayers, and brushes that dig deep into the deck’s surface without doing damage. Opt for one of those, and follow all directions. Many products combine color and sealant all in one. If your deck is newer and the stain’s in good shape, you can probably use just a clear finish. If the wood is older, you’ll need a product that has a stain in it, and your deck will probably soak up a lot of it. Once you've chosen a color, apply it on a test area first. Use a roller or sprayer for large surface areas and a wide paintbrush for detail work. Start at an inside corner and work out. Reapply as needed, and let dry according to manufacturer recommendations.

TIME IT RIGHT

Wait for a cloudy day or after the sun has sunk to apply stain. Direct sun can cause fast drying, which leads to streaks.


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Water fewer days but water slowly and deeply. That way the water soaks down to the roots of the plants.

DEAR HANDY GIRL,

I’d like to water my plants wisely and conserve as much as I can. What are my options? DEAR READER, Good for you!

SITE RIGHT. Plants that love the sun

The Earth (and your utility bill) will thank you. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. households consume 9 billion gallons of water daily for outdoor use and 50 percent is wasted due to overwatering. Here’s how to save:

won’t do well in the shade, and vice versa. If necessary, replace waterhogging plants with those better suited to your landscape.

MEASURE RAINFALL. Calculate

that amount to decide how much supplemental water to give your plants and lawn. MULCH. A couple of inches of fresh

mulch yearly helps retain moisture.

Is your water system (be it hoses and sprinklers or an automated system) free of leaks and directed at plants—not paved surfaces? LOOK FOR LEAKS.

Water before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. when it’s cooler, so less water will escape in the air. Monitor temperatures, too. Cooler days mean that plants require less water to thrive. PLAN WELL.

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FIND IT. FRAME IT. HANG IT. Get a curated—not clumsy—look. We show you how to select art pieces and hang them on your walls for the best effect. PROJECTS + WORDS MEREDITH LADIK PHOTOGRAPHS ADA M A LBR IGH T

WHERE DO I START?

Trust your instincts. Collect imagery you adore and will want to gaze at the moment you walk into a room. To ensure your images hang together visually, place them side by side, editing for common theme, color, and style. Arrange and rearrange these pieces on the floor until you find a composition that feels pleasing, rhythmic, and balanced for both you and the space. Then follow along here as we answer your most challenging questions for mastering the art of display in your own home.

WHAT DO I HANG IN THE EMPTY SPACE ABOVE MY BED? A symmetrical grouping, right, is eye-catching yet neat and tidy—perfec t for a tranquil bedroom space. Because multiple frames create mass, the grid provides the scale and feel of a headboard without its bulk. For a cohesive look, select frames with the same shape, proportion, and finish, and space frames tightly together, about 1–2 inches apart. Set of seven matted frames, $69; craig frames.com

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how to install a gridded art arrangement Step A Cut kraft paper to the area’s size and shape. Place frames in an evenly spaced arrangement; trace frames onto paper. Mark where drill points go. Tape to wall.

Step B Check that the Step C Hang frames hardware aligns correctly within assigned marks with the marks. Drill pilot and assess the look. holes through paper into Make a mistake with the wall for each frame. your screw placement? Install wall anchors Repair holes with through the paper. wall putty.

Step D When satisfied with the arrangement, remove frames and paper. Replace frames on wall anchors and you’re done.


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how to install art, gallery style Step A Trace each piece to be displayed onto a large sheet of paper. Step B Cut out each template shape.

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Step C Turn piece facedown to measure and mark the placement of the hanger. For D-ring hooks or sawtooth hangers, measure side to side from frame edges and top to bottom before transferring the dimensions to the template. For frames with wire, as shown,

stretch the wire toward the top of the frame and measure from the top edge to the wire’s peak. Mark the template.

Step D Be sure each hanger mark is easily seen on the paper template. Use painters tape to position the templates on the wall until you find the best arrangement. Drive nails or screws through the marked spots on the paper. Remove paper, and hang each piece.

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Create a relaxed, unstructured gallery display by grouping several smaller items in a variety of shapes and sizes on the wall, above. It’s a chic collage look that has a similar effect to one big piece but can cost less. Mix in more than framed pieces—a serving dish, a stencil, or an unframed canvas—to keep the look from falling flat. Use the room’s accessories to inspire your display’s palette. Place the biggest piece first, at about eye level, then work remaining items around it. Position art not far above the sofa’s back to ground the space and make it cozy.

loosen up the look Go rogue: Hang a large piece off-center and use its corners as guidelines to align flanking art. Migrate art beyond the sofa; let it flow behind a table lamp, for example.

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Keep frames in busy areas like hallways or staircases from shifting: Stick STABILIZING STRIPS from Command

WHAT CAN I DO WITH ALL THE GREAT FAMILY PHOTOS HIBERNATING IN MY PHONE?

Host a photographic family reunion in your front entry, right . To unite an eclectic mix of formal portraits and playful snapshots, follow a few guidelines. Search for a theme among potential images. Balance closeups with poses from a distance. Have fun: Scan and enlarge a facial detail—quirky Aunt Ruby’s smile, for example. Stick to frames in a single finish, and use samecolor mats to further boost visual harmony. Print images in black and white (use filters on your smartphone or at online photo-printing sites such as walgreens.com) for a calm, cohesive look.

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easily done PRINT AND FRAME PHOTOS FROM YOUR PHONE TO AN APP SUCH AS INSTANTLYFRAMED.COM OR MPIX.COM.

WORK AROUND Tuck furniture and lighting into your art display—like the bench, umbrella stand, and sconce here—for a dovetailed design. Metallic-tone frames in another shape also add visual interest. .

ON DISPLAY

CAN I MAKE A LARGE MODERN ART PIECE WITHOUT GOING BROKE?

Sandwich decorative paper between thin acrylic sheets for a clean, lean art installation, right . Shop for 0.1-inch-thick acrylic at a local plastics distributor. (Ours was $18 for a 20×30inch piece, plus an $8 cutting fee.) Use a whole sheet of marbled paper ($4.75/20×30-inch sheet; papermojo.com) or trim it into shapes. Using a ¼-inch drill bit for plastics, bore holes in the corners of each sheet (A). Place paper between the acrylic sheets; join using screws and cup washers (see inset, above right ). Fashion wire loops around the top screws for hanging.

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Try placing these between acrylic sheets: historic maps, children’s art, corrugated cardboard, vintage concert posters, music album sleeves, ribbon, and fabric.

HOW CAN I ENLIVEN MY BARE STAIRCASE WALL?

Hang all black frames and images diagonally to turn a flight of stairs into an art walk with graphic zip, below. Start with a small grouping and keep adding over time. Look for vintage photographs or black-and-white images in books. Or collect paper samples and sheet music.

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Glue handmade trims onto plain-Jane frames for three special looks—bespoke (1), folk (2), and tramp art (3). Salvaged door casing beefs up the bespoke frame. For the folk look, we cut round serrated edges into thin 1½×¼inch pine lattice molding (89 cents/linear foot; homedepot.com). And the tramp art version grafts ¼×1×24-inch basswood strips ($1.99 each) with -inch square wood cubes ($2 for 18 pieces); both hobbylobby.com.

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PROJECT PLANNING NOTES • Select a frame with thin, flat sides as your base.

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• Gently clean and sand residue or sheen to help glue adhere. • Create paper patterns of your trim pieces to ensure measurements and angled edges are correct before cutting. • Use large binder clips as clamps during frame assembly.

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with a clear, all-purpose adhesive, such as Aleene’s Fast Grab Tacky Glue ($5.49; michaels.com); let dry. Place the joined trim facedown. Apply adhesive to front face of frame and press frame onto the back of the salvaged wood trim, as shown. Let dry.


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MUST-HAVE TOOLS Invest in these trusty tools for rehabbing frames, installing picture hangers, or getting things onto walls. Use an AWL to tap starter holes into frame backs for screw eyes, then wind them in place. 2 LONG�NOSE PLIERS hold small hardware when and where your fingers can’t—tapping tiny brads into sawtooth hangers, sliding glaziers push points into frames, and pulling wire taut after it’s threaded through D rings or screw eyes. 3 DIAGONAL PLIERS cut thicker wire than their long-nose cousins and pull out stubborn nails in old frames. 4 A PICTURE� HANGING HAMMER drives nails into walls. Pick one with a small head that won’t block the view of nails. Keep it 16 ounces or less to reduce fatigue and maintain control. 5 A LIGHTWEIGHT HAMMER taps in brads or small nails with ease. 1

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Cut basswood in lengths to cover all sides of frame. Include four short pieces to match the overhang of the vertical pieces, and four for the diagonals. Glue horizontal and vertical pieces on top of frame. Let dry. Glue the four shortest pieces onto the sides of the frame, forming right angles. Let dry. Glue diagonal pieces onto corners and wood squares along edges. Prime, then paint.

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WHAT HANGER GOES ON THE BACK OF MY FRAME? AND WHAT GOES ON AND INTO MY WALL?

Knowing which hanger is right for your wall surface and frame can be a challenge. But hang tight: Our selection of go-to hardware is here to help. Still uncertain? Head to your local home center for one-on-one expert advice. If possible, bring your frame so the store associate will know the item’s weight. And know the type of wall you have—plaster, drywall, or masonr y. Soon you’ll have artful walls that get people talking.

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Place on the back of lightweight frames— its teeth hang from a screw or nail. The no-nail version, at top, hammers swiftly in place (woodworkingparts.com).

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Screw into the back of a frame on each side; use with wire. Unlike screw eyes, D rings are designed to lie flat. EYES

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These damagefree, peel-and-stick strips work well for light items. (From $4.28 for four; command.com.) STRIPS

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for wide and heavy objects. An angled plate screws into the wall; an angled clip installs onto the frame. This version includes a builtin level. (From $5.66; hangmanproducts.com.) 6 NAIL AND SCREW

These go into the wall; aim for a wall stud for superior strength. A single 1½-inch (4d) finishing nail supports most lightweight pictures.


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Foam padding protects walls from scratches. The three-nail version holds up to 100 pounds. (From $3.39; ooks.com )

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Pound the anchor into a drilled hole in plaster or drywall. Twist the screw into the anchor, leaving ¼ inch exposed. The wings will spread inside the wall. MOLLY BOLT

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Twist in place with a screwdriver. (E-Z Ancor Twist and Lock Self-Drilling Drywall Anchors, $1.79 for six; lowes.com )

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Mount from a peel-andstick strip on the wall. Suspend hangers on its naillike head. (Sawtooth Sticky Nail Hanger, $3.77;

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Climb time STURDY CUSTOM TRELLISES INVITE FLOWERING VINES INTO THE BREEZY SPACE WHILE ADDING PRIVACY AND AN ARCHITECTURAL TOUCH.

A few easy projects and a bevy of happy hues upgrade this porch into a stunner. PROJECTS + WORDS PAMELA PORTER PHOTOGRAPHS ADA M A LBR IGH T HOW�TO PHOTOGRAPHS JASON DONNELLY

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new porch swing layered with pillows beckons on this revived front porch. ABOVE, LEFT AND CENTER Custom pillows are a snap thanks to the Paint-A-Pillow stencil kit ( paintapillow.com). You select the pattern and colors, and the all-inclusive kit arrives at your doorstep ready to stencil. TIP: If you want a background color other than white, dye the cotton cover, like we did, before stenciling. ABOVE RIGHT Vintage accents add feminine charm to purchased pillows. Cut doilies as needed to fit a pillow, or wrap them around to the back, securing with spray adhesive. Use fabric glue to secure pom-pom trim around a pillow. The piping on this round pillow helps conceal the glued seam. Add a vintage flower pin or other embellishment at the center. TIP: If not using pillows fashioned from outdoor fabrics, coat them with a protective spray such as Rust-Oleum Never Wet, which repels water and prevents stains.

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Raindrop SW6485, SHERWIN�WILLIAMS; SHERWINWILLIAMS.COM

Hold it KEEP REFRESHMENTS CLOSE WITH A HANDY CUP HOLDER ATTACHED TO THE ARM OF YOUR SWING. WE PURCHASED THIS ONE ONLINE, PAINTED IT TO MATCH, AND INSTALLED.

OPPOSITE When

hanging a porch swing, rope is a charming alternative to chain (see buying tip, page 55 ). Thread the rope through front holes in the base and arm of the swing; knot under the base. If using synthetic rope, burn ends to seal. Before knotting under the swing’s back fastener, thread the rope through a carabiner clip or snap hook, then clip that to an eyebolt secured to a ceiling beam. This configuration lets you take down the swing without unknotting the rope. ABOVE Nothing says summertime more than a fresh-squeezed glass of lemonade. Use metal alphabet stamps (found at crafts stores) to impress a word into a metal teaspoon. TIP: To emphasize your word, dab a rag in a bit of black ink and blot over the indentations. Let the ink settle into the letters, then wipe excess from surface. BELOW Use decorative appliqués to dress up plain furnishings. This fretwork from myoverlays.com was painted and secured to the swing using clear silicone adhesive.

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Give a thrifted wood folding chair a quick style boost by measuring and marking two rows of holes 1 inch apart along the top. Drill a -inch hole at each mark, then lace leather cording through the holes to create an X design. Add metal or stenciled numbers to the back. ABOVE RIGHT For a custom vase, use painters tape to mask off the top third. Spray-paint white below the tape and let dry. Knot a length of cording every 3 inches, then wrap it around the vase, tying at the front. BELOW To lay a mosaic inset, nail flexible plastic molding around a tabletop, creating a ¼-inch lip. Paint the table and let dry. Spread premixed adhesive and grout on the tabletop and begin pressing in sea glass pieces. L et set overnight, then grout using adhesive grout and following manufacturer’s instructions. OPPOSITE We love to repurpose! Here a sweater becomes a seat cushion, and an umbrella basket and plate team up as a side table. ABOVE LEFT

Picture this DRY�FITTING A MOSAIC DESIGN BEFORE ADHERING HELPS ENSURE SUCCESS. ARRANGE SEA GLASS UNTIL HAPPY WITH THE DESIGN. BEFORE REMOVING, SNAP A PHOTO TO USE AS REFERENCE LATER.


Sunny-side up A TRIO OF HANGING POTS LENDS COLOR AND CURB APPEAL TO THIS BUNGALOW. SELECT PLANTS APPROPRIATE FOR THE LOCATION�THESE PETUNIAS NEED A LOT OF SUNLIGHT TO BLOOM FULLY.

3 DIY DIY IDEAS TO STEAL Let these th ese handy ha ndy helpers start your porch projects pr ojects off on the right foot. DOWNLOAD YOUR OWN CUSTOM HOUSE NUMBERS. BHG.COM/FREENUMBERS

Synthetic Pro Manila Rope looks like natural manila but won’t rot, shrink, or shed. -to 2-inch widths available (we used 1-inch width). Starting at $.52 per foot; knotandro knot andrope.c pe.com om 1. KNOW THE ROPES

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the gateway to your home, a porch porch deserves as much attention as interior spaces, so kick it to the top of your decorating priority list. ABOVE LEFT Place house numbers front and center so th ey’re easy to spy from the street. We printed ours onto vinyl paper and stuck them to ceramic tiles secured to a cedar board with construction adhesive. ABOVE RIGHT Replace typical garden-center plastic hangers with pretty cording or rope adorned with decorative knots and painted painted wood beads. BELOW LEFT Flowering mandevilla vines climb custom lattices fashioned from cedar trim and painted. BELOW RIGHT The floor and railing caps flaunt a confident blue hue of durable exterior paint.

Print numbers on Papilio ink-jet white waterproof vinyl sheets (10 for $17). For extra protection we covered them with Papilio waterproof over-laminate sheets (five for $10); amazon.com 2. BY THE NUMBERS

Really Teal SW6489, SHERWIN�WILLIAMS; SHERWINWILLIAMS.COM

Heavyweight stainless-steel swivel snap hooks and stainless-steel eyebolts secure the swing to the ceiling. $13 (hook), $4 (bolt); homedepot home depot.com .com 3. OFF THE HOOK


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Bri ng the lus Bring lush h buds b uds of the sea season son ins inside ide by tuc tucking king modern floral projects into every corner of your house. PROJECTS KATIE LEPORTE PHOTOGRAPHS ADA M A LBR IGH T WORDS AMY PAL ANJ IAN


Cluster blooms in tiny jars within a favorite letter form and create a charming centerpiece that will last for days. One One main color accented with a few contrasting bursts makes a big impact. THIS PHOTO Embroider fanciful florals on a plain tablecloth to perk up your dining nook, no matter what’s on the menu. Mark a few wavy lines in a rambling, natural design with an air-soluble pen. Add simple leaf and flower flower shapes, then, working with an embroidery hoop, cover the pen lines with a running stitch of embroidery floss. Embellish just a corner or go bold with a larger design. OPPOSITE

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Customize a wall—and add valuable storage space—by giving a set of shutters a floral finish. Paint the shutters (we used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Pure White) and let dry. Search for pretty botanical prints in vintage botany books, on calendars, or on Etsy (ours are from the Old Age Botanicals shop). Photocopy or print botanicals onto white paper, enlarging as needed. Cut out the designs and arrange on the shutters. Brush matte decoupage medium onto the back of each design, stick in place, and smooth out air bubbles and wrinkles. Apply decoupage medium over the designs to seal. When dry, organize your essentials with S hooks, small wire containers, and mini clothespins. THIS PHOTO


LET THE FLOWERS FLOW RIGHT OVER THE SHAPE OF THE SHUTTERS FOR AN ORGANIC LOOK.

Let fresh (or faux) flowers claim resid ence with this indu strialchic display.

OPPOSITE Nine easy-to-make display pieces create an eye-catching display for cut flowers. Learn how to make t hem in "How to Make Wall Vases," Wall Vases," below. ABOVE LEFT Tu Turn rn a plain pillow into a custom cushion in minutes. Snap a photo of vintage floral fabric (or use a child’s artwork). Upload Upload it onto your computer and print onto a fabric sheet with an ink-jet ink-je t printer. Trim the image as needed and secure to the pillow with hot or fabric glue. Draw on scallops with a permanent marker (or glue or sew on fabric trim). ABOVE RIGHT Showcase real flowers in a pretty tray. Paint your tray if needed and gather an assortment of fresh flowers and herbs. Press specimens in a flower press. When dr y, arrange atop acid-free cold-press paper (like thick watercolor paper) layered with Japanese washi tissue paper. Fit a piece of glass or plexiglass cut to size on top, and secure everything with clear adhesive dots.

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• Nine 10×10-inch pieces of ½-inch maple-veneer MDF • Nine 2¼×11 ⁄ 8×¼-inch zinc-plated U-bolts and corresponding hardware • Drill and corresponding drill bit • Nine 5- or 6-inch plastic vials (available at crafts stores) • Picture hanging wire • Wire cutters Step 1Gather 1 Gather supplies (A). On each medium-density fiberboard (MDF) square, center a U-bolt and mark holes. Drill through boards, using a piece of scrap lumber underneath to minimize splintering. Combine bracket (B), U-bolt, and vial on front (C). Add nuts on back and tighten as needed to hold the vial in place. Step 2 Wrap 2 Wrap wire around bolts on back of boards (D) and hang on a wall in a tight grid. Add water and flowers to finish.

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OPPOSITE Add a bold floral statement statement to an empty wall with this oversize oversize art project. Buy

this graphic rose decal (see page 65 for details) or make your own by using the halftone pop filter on a digital image in Adobe Photoshop and having it printed as a decal at a local printer. Unpeel the backing of the decal and adhere to the wall, starting at the top and working down, smoothing out air bubbles with a straightedge as you go. Subtle floral lace accents on just the drawer fronts of the console table keep this project looking far from old-fashioned.

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• Chalk paint (We used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in English Yellow and Pure White.) • Paintbrush or roller • Lace • Stencil spray adhesive • Trowel • Wood Icing (woodicing.com) • Fine sandpaper • Artists paintbrush Step 1Gather 1 Gather supplies (A). Remove drawers and hardware. Paint the front of the drawer and let dry completely. Step 2 Lightly coat drawer with stencil spray adhesive and lay lace on top, smoothing any wrinkles (B). Step 3 Use a trowel to spread an 1 ⁄ 8-inch-thick layer of Wood Icing on top of the lace (C). Step 4 Pull back the lace to reveal the raised pattern and let dry (D). Step 5 Sand very lightly and brush a very small amount of white paint over the raised lace design (E). Let dry and add hardware to finish (F).

Wood Icing picks up even the finest of threads in lace, so choo se a delic ate pattern.

10 DIY IDEAS TO STEAL Floral-inspired decorating feels of-the-moment fresh thanks to these tools, products, and techniques. WORDS OLIVIA ALBERS PRODUCER CHRISTY BROKENS

Each element of these vinyl rose decals—stems, thorns, leaves, and buds—comes separately, so you can adjust the design to suit your space. Art by Ilan Dei and available in black or white. $60; whatisblik.com 1. WALL CLIMBER

Holly Becker and Leslie Shewring demystify the art of flower arranging and share their favorite creative container ideas for vintage, eclectic , and modern displays. $23; chroniclebooks.com 3. DISPLAY PRO

The Rose Terrace rubber stamp produces an eye-popping 6×6-inch image. For a multicolor effect, top, apply several shades of ink with brush markers directly to the stamp. For single color stamping, choose from more than 40 Color Couture inks. $18 (stamp); $7 (ink pad); www.thetonstamps.com 5. STAMPED ELEGANCE

2. FLAT�OUT PRETTY Preserve

flowers with this 6×9-inch press. Adjustable straps secure a round two wood slabs and 12 reusable blotter sheets. $20; arnoldgrummer.com


Stitch up a beautiful bouquet with this embroidery pattern set featuring 14 streamlined flowers. Choose iron-on transfer pattern ($5) or downloadable PDF with color guides ($3.50). sublimestitching.com 4. FLOSS BOSS

Fill the inside of this galvanized letter with florists foam and add blossoms. Rest the frame on a table (see page 56 ) or hang it on a door or wall. Approximately 20∏×14¾ inches. $30; hobbylobby.com 6. LETTER PERFECT

8. FLOORED BY GRACE Add

vintage-meets-digital panach e with the Serendipity EV25 pixelated floral rug. Available with a black or white background, this polyester rug is handtufted. $559 (for 5×8-foot rug); $1,009 (7½× 9½ -foot rug); rugsusa.com

Get your full-size version of the Halftone Rose Decal , printed on adhesive vinyl, designed by Katie Leporte for this story (see page 62). $139; beelineandblue.com 10. BEST BUDS

These delicate designs by New York City artist A.J. Lim are inspired by classic embroidery. Starting at $20 for 9×8-inch archival print on cotton rag paper; society6.com/ajlim 7. HANG & FRAME

This distressed 24×15-inch shutter is a fine substitute for the vintage version used in our wall organizer project (see page 58). It’s available in gray (shown) and mint. $40; wermemorykeepers.com 9. SWEET SHARER

DESIGN + WORDS MARIA V. CHARBONNEAUX PHOTOGRAPHS JAY WILDE HOW�TO PHOTOGRAPHS KARLA CONRAD & JACOB FOX

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We removed the irreparable, lavished time on the fixable, and installed simple DIY add-ons. New shrubs, perennials, and mulch set the tone for the landscaping, while container plantings fill in until the foundation plantings mature.

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Turn away from a lackluster exterior. Steer your home’s curb appeal in a more attractive direction with a few cost-effective weekend projects.

Our 1948 ranch’s classic brick exterior wooed us into buying it, but we needed to unlock the potential. BEFORE

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Upside-down shutters. Peeling paint on the steps. Overgrown shrubs. Geese on the mailbox.

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It was a facade only a couple of first-time, DIY-happy homeowners could love. Those eager beavers would be me and my husband, John. When we purchased our home six years ago, we only saw potential. After plenty of interior upgrades—and an unfortunate sewer line replacement that left our front yard a muddy mess—we set our sights on sprucing up the shabby exterior. We started by stripping away the dated and dilapidated. The rickety storm door came down to reveal our pretty wood door. Dinky dented lights were replaced with inexpensive orbs. The cracked vinyl shutters exited the premises to make way for homemade cedar shutters. The straggly bushes hit the compost pile. Our sinking concrete steps were mud jacked to level, scraped of paint, and stained. And the geese on the mailbox flew south. Next, we layered on the improvements. We connected our driveway to our front door by laying a brick paver walkway, and we enlisted my dad’s help to build an entry-defining wood railing. Window boxes and new perennials added lush life to our once-sad landscaping. To finish, John put our lawn on life support. The compliments we’ve gotten lead us to believe that others can now see what we knew all along: This is a home that’s well-loved and cared for by the people who live here—us!

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Decorative railings featuring intricate fretwork add architectural detail to a boring stoop. We used a mix of pressure-treated 6×6s, 2×4s, 2×2 spindles, and deck boards to construct these custom structures before priming and painting. We bolted them to the concrete and brick at the stoop and created footings in the ground for the bottom posts. Consult your local building codes before you start. FRET NOT

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PLANTING TIPS

Take gardening expert Kate Carter Frederick’s advice for successful container plantings. AM EN D SO IL Enrich potting

mix with composted manure and slow-release plant food before planting. Nourish plants every week or two with watersoluble plant food. FEED

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from your annuals, remove spent blooms every few days.

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To corral the hose in style, we set a 4×4 pressuretreated wood post a foot into the ground using fast-setting concrete. We topped it with a post cap, painted the assembly glossy black, and installed a wallmounted metal hose rack.

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Obelisks—built from 2×2s— add height. Miter the post ends at 7-degree angles to achieve a trapezoidal shape with a square base. Top the structure with a cap made from scraps. Thread wire horizontally through screw eyes for climbing vines.

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Bring the geometric trend home with a little exterior primer and paint. Tape off a fiberclay planter with flat sides from corner to corner on adjacent sides for an asymmetric look. We filled ours with ‘Little Lucky Peach Glow’ lantana.

5 STAMP ACT An old

resin planter gets a major upgrade. Prime using a primer made for plastics, and spray-paint it black. Cut a kitchen sponge into a triangle, dip it into exterior latex paint, blot off the excess on a paper towel, and stamp around the rim.


how to build cedar shutters

budget Breakdown CEDAR BOARDS $66 KREG SCREWS $5 MASONRY SCREWS $14 CAULK $2 PRIMER $17 PAINT $21 TOTAL // $125 �FOUR SHUTTERS

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Riverbend VR080A, VALSPAR PAINT; VALSPAR.COM

• Tape measure • 1×4 cedar boards • 1×6 cedar boards • 1×2 cedar boards • Compound miter saw • Hammer drill • Kreg K4 Master System (kregtool.com) • 1¼-inch

coarse Kreg screws • Hand sander and 120-grit sandpaper • Brad nailer • Paintable caulk • Oil-base primer • Exterior paint • Masonry bit • �⁄��×1¾-inch masonry screws (We used Tapcon.) • Level

Step 1 Gather materials (A). Measure the height and width of your window (B). For a classic look, the shutter width should be about half the window width. (We used one 1×4 and two 1×6s to make a 14½-inch-wide shutter for our 28-inch-wide window.) Cut the 1×4 and 1×6 boards to the height of your window using a compound miter saw. Step 2 Using the Kreg K4 Master System, drill pocket holes every 6–8 inches across one long side of each 1×6 plank (C). Edge-join the 1×6 boards to either side of the 1×4 using 1¼-inch Kreg screws (D). Sand the front and edges.

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We built a window box from 1×12 cedar planks using the Kreg K4 Master System. Hide pocket holes on the inside when possible; fill holes with wood plugs when you can’t. Drill holes for drainage. Apply sealer to protect the wood. Hang with 8-inch corner braces. 70 DO IT YOURSELF Summer 2 016

Step 3 Cut the 1×2 boards to the height of the shutter for the vertical rails. Attach them using a brad nailer. Measure the distance between the two rails, and cut three horizontal rails. Attach the middle rail (E). Caulk all joints. Prime and paint the shutter (F) and the unattached top and bottom rails. Step 4 Mark the shutter placement alongside the window (G). Drill pilot holes near the top and bottom edges of the shutter (H). Using the hammer drill, make a pilot hole in the house (I). Hang the shutter using masonry screws. Check that it’s level (J) before securing the bottom. Attach the top and bottom rails, covering the screwheads (K). Repeat to make more shutters.

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7 WALK THIS WAY Versatile 4×8-inch Holland brick pavers are an inexpensive solution when you need to cover a lot of ground.

(Ours cost less than 50 cents each on sale.) Start by deciding on a pattern. We chose a herringbone pattern with soldier courses on each side. (See “Brick by Brick,” opposite, for other ideas.) Map out the path using a long and flexible object, such as a garden hose; spray-paint guidelines. Excavate an 8-inch-deep trench slightly wider than your intended path. (Call 811 before you dig to have your utilities marked.) Flatten the trench using a tamper. Place stakes along the edges to mark the exact walkway dimensions and connect the stakes with string. Place a weed barrier along the path, then lay a 4-inch base of ¾-inch crushed road stone with fines; tamp the stone until it is level and smooth. Lay a 1-inch layer of sand on top using a screed to form a level bed. Set the pavers atop the sand. A hammer and brick chisel worked well for straight cuts, but we rented a paver saw from a local home improvement store for the tricky cuts around the curves. After all the pavers are in place, fill the joints with polymeric sand using a broom. Remove excess sand from the surface, then mist the path with a hose several times so the sand will activate and harden. If desired, apply a concrete sealer.

size it right CONSIDER THE SIZE OF THE BRICKS WHEN DETERMINING THE PATHWAY’S WIDTH TO AVOID EXCESSIVE CUTS. A COMFORTABLE WIDTH IS AT LEAST 3 FEET.

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Inexpensive 4×8inch Holland pavers take on many looks.

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Make a modern house plaque: Trim a 1×8 cedar board to the desired width. Using a brad nailer, attach 1×1-inch square dowels around the back perimeter of the board. Seal the front; let dry. Protect the front with painters tape, and paint the edges. Using the provided templates, drill holes for the metal house numbers (we painted ours teal). Apply clear silicone in each hole, and insert the numbers. When dry, mount a ledger board to the house, and install the plaque by driving screws through the top.

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set at a 90-degree angle, this classic pattern requires only occasional cuts.

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Place pavers in alternating vertical and horizontal pairs for a vintage look.

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Outside, it’s a run-ofthe-mill mailbox. Inside, it’s anything but boring. Tape off the exterior with painters tape, and spray-paint the inside in a peppy hue. We designed a stencil using favorite fonts and cut it from vinyl using an electronic die-cutting machine, but you also could trim a phrase by hand. Remove the letters, position the stencil on the lid, and fill in with paint.

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CONCENTRIC SQUARE Pavers form a

large, repeating pattern, great for ample spaces.

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We completed our curved paver walkway in about four weekends. Time will vary based on size and difficulty. These tips and STONE Stretch string tricks make across the walkway at the the project a desired depth; fill to the little easier. string with crushed stone. BHG.COM/DIY

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PAVERS Plastic paver

a board across 1-inch PVC pipes. Remove the pipes, and fill the holes.

edging holds pavers in place. Set the soldier rows first, then fill in the pattern.


palette picks WE TOOK OUR COLOR AND PATTERN CUES FROM A VIBRANT ANTIQUE KILIM RUG. HOLD UP PAINT CHIPS NEXT TO A PHOTO OF THE INSPIRATION RUG TO LAND ON AN ECLECTIC MIX.

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• Natural-fiber doormat • Cricut Explore die-cutting machine • Vinyl for die-cutting machine • Exterior paint samples • �⁄�-inch artists brush Step 1 Find the design in Cricut Design Space at cricut.com/ DIYmagazine. Size as desired. Cut

the design several times from vinyl using the die-cutting machine (A). Step 2 Place the stencil at the 10 WELCOME HOME

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Inspired by a vintage kilim rug, we gave a $10 IKEA welcome mat an eyecatching makeover. Create a stencil (see “How to Stencil a Welcome Mat,” far right) and fill the designs with varying combos of seven exterior paint colors. (We used leftover paint from the shutters and obelisks, plus five Behr sample pots, which can be used outdoors.)

doormat’s center. Apply paint to fill in the design using an artists brush (B). While the paint dries, place another stencil on the mat, lining up the design. Fill in with paint. Stencils can be reused after paint dries. Repeat until mat is covered.

SPECIAL THANKS TO

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Add pops of color to a twisted twig wreath from a crafts store. Wrap mediumweight yarn tightly around twigs within the wreath, securing the ends with a clear-drying crafts glue. Disperse colors throughout for a pleasing look.

Black MINWAX GEL STAIN; MINWAX.COM


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3. CUT IT OUT The Cricut Explore Air ($300) cuts more than 60 types of materials, writes, and scores using Bluetooth technology. Upload designs, or choose from the library available in the Design Space online software. It also works with all Cricut cartridges. To make a stencil, use adhesive-back Cricut Stencil Vinyl ($7). cricut.com

2. FLOWER POWER Fast-growing 1. TOTALLY TUBULAR To make

the metal orbs on page 69, invest in a tube cutter made for cutting small tubing (HDX Junior Tube Cutter, $8; homedepot.com). We used ×36-inch round aluminum tubes ($8 for five tubes; hobbylinc.com) for our orbs.


Easy Wave petunias in ‘Pink Passion’, ‘Burgundy Velour’, and more offer blooms throughout the growing season without needing to be cut back . They’re a reliable way to add a shot of dense color to your garden. Prices vary; wavepetunias.comfor retailers.

To protect cedar from mildew, water, and the sun, choose a clear sealer, such as Olympic Maximum Waterproofing Sealant. A quart is plenty for small projects, such as window boxes. It’s guaranteed to prevent graying for three years on decks and four years on fences and siding. $16–$34; olympic.com 4. PROTECT IT

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5. FIRMLY PLANTED The

Ella 14-inch Square Black Resin Planter adds height to your garden and makes a great canvas for customization with a little primer and exterior paint. A bottom reservoir collects water, which cuts back on watering. $124; homedepot.com

If your downspouts are an eyesore, hide them. InvisaFlow StealthFlow Downspouts attach onto standard downspouts. The low profile can be covered with mulch or rock so they disappear into your landscape—no digging required—while diverting water away from your home’s foundation. $10 (52-inch kit), $6 (28inch extension); invisaflow.com for retailers 7. DISAPPEARING ACT

revived our concrete stoop and steps with Behr Premium Semi-Transparent Concrete Stain in Dark Coal ($26/ gallon). Before applying, remove all coatings or sealants. Prep the surface with a cleaner and e tcher made for concrete, and apply Behr Premium Concrete & Masonry Bonding Primer ($20/gallon). Apply the stain with a pump sprayer, and back-roll with a -inch nap roller. behr.com

8. LIGHT THE WAY Illuminate

6. HAMMER TIME When

drilling through brick, masonry, or concrete, a hammer drill is a must. The Rockwell 20V MaxLithium Brushless Hammer Drill is compact, lightweight, comes with a 20-year warranty (inc luding battery replacement) , and also can be used for standard drilling and driving when not in hammer mode. Pair it with a masonry bit. $200; rockwelltools.com

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a path at night with wire-free, solarpower lights. These eco-friendly lights charge during the day and provide up to six hours of light when they automatically turn on at dusk. $49 for six; allmodern.com

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brad nailer came in handy for our shutters, but it’s a great investment if you plan to install trim or molding. The PorterCable 20V Max Lithium 18-Gauge Brad Nailer is easy to use and portable—no air compressor needed. $199 (with battery), $149 (without battery); portercable.com


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Just add water to give dyes and paints a mellow, dreamy twist. PROJECTS KATIE LEPORTE PHOTOGRAPHS ADA M A LBR IGH T WORDS HEIDI PALKOVIC

THIS PHOTO This ombré wall finish requires just two paint colors. You achieve a graduated effect by adding water to the paint as you work your way up the wall. Start by pouring two colors of paint in separate foil baking pans, above. (We used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Aubusson Blue and Provence, but latex paint yields beautiful results, too.) Mix a small amount of water with the darker shade and start painting at the bottom of the wall in wide, arcing motions using a brush. Continue thinning the paint as you work your way up the wall and apply thinned lighter paint as desired.

artistic touch SPRAY A COTTON PILLOW COVER UNTIL DAMP, THEN PAINT FLOWERS AND LEAVES WITH WATERCOLORS, LETTING THE PIGMENTS BLEED INTO THE FABRIC AND SOFTEN NATURALLY. LET DRY AND SPRAY WITH A COLOR FIXATIVE.

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Paint Picks FABRIC PAINT IS PERMANENT, EVEN WHEN WASHED, MAKING IT AN EXCELLENT CHOICE FOR OUR PROJECTS. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE CONVENTIONAL WATERCOLOR PAINT, TREAT IT WITH A COLOR FIXATIVE TO PREVENT BLEEDING WHEN WASHED.

Pretty fabric paints blend to turn plain-white table linens into a soft setting for your next gathering. Wash a cotton tablecloth and hang it while damp on a clothesline or in a large work space using clothespins. Dilute pink and purple fabric paint with water to various intensities in separate buckets. Keep one bucket of water close by for rinsing the brush. Dip a large paintbrush in a small amount of diluted paint, then brush color in a large sweeping motion onto the damp tablecloth. Work with small amounts of each color, blending them as you work. Rinse brush as needed. THIS PHOTO Add stripes to white cotton napkins. Spritz the napkins with water first, then lay them flat on your work surface. Use an artists paintbrush to paint thin lines of watered-down fabric paint onto the surface. Don’t worry if your lines are imperfect—it adds to the watercolor effect. OPPOSITE

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Place cards THE NAIL�POLISH TECHNIQUE USED ON THE DISHES WORKS FOR PLACE CARDS, TOO. DIP THE EDGE OF A 2½ × 4� INCH CARDSTOCK STRIP INTO POLISH DRIZZLED IN WATER. LET DRY.

budget Breakdown NAIL POLISH

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FLEA MARKET DISHES

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polish hardens in the water. Note: Color only the areas where food will not touch or top with clear glass plates. Hand-wash only.

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watercolor-inspired projects to fashion a relaxing bedroom. The geometric headboard is constructed from maple-veneer medium-density fiberboard (MDF) triangles that are dipped in diluted chalk paint. To give a discolored lampshade a new lease on life, we rolled it in various colors of Rit dye, much like dyeing an egg. We gave mottled color to a white curtain by using sponge pouncers to apply watercolor spots to the curtain. We clustere d dots at th e top of th e pane l, lessening them as we moved toward the bottom. BELOW To make the headboard triangles, cut 4 ×8-foot sheets of ¾-inch maple-veneer MDF into 14×16-inch pieces. Mark a 16-inch equilateral triangle in the center of one MDF piece. To build a jig (A), place the marked piece on a 16×24-inch base of ¾-inch MDF, aligning one marked triangle edge with long base edge; trace. Nail 2-inch-wide MDF scraps on marked lines. Lay MDF rectangle inside jig (B). Cut across bottom with a table saw. Flip MDF over and place back in jig (C). Cut across bottom (D). Cut all MDF rectangles into triangles (we cut 28 for a queen-size headboard). Mix 1 teaspoon of water per cup of chalk paint in wide container (E). Dip each triangle edge in paint (F) and let dry. Attach triangles to wall with pin nails. A

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The shams look like they were treated to a resist effect, but watereddown dye applied over a stencil produced the look. Insert a piece of cardboard between the layers of a white cotton pillow sham to prevent dye from bleeding through to the back. Use spray adhesive to adhere the stencil to fabric, and spritz fabric with water before brushing on color. BELOW LEFT Dip the edges of a white throw in Rit powder dye and embroider a smattering of cross-stitches around the dyed areas. BELOW LEFT, MIDDLE To make a monogram pillow, lay a chipboard letter on top of a white pillowcase and spritz fabric with water. Trace the outline with watercolor paint using an ar tists paintbrush, blen ding t he paint outward. BELOW RIGHT

ABOVE Channel

your inner Monet to postmark artwork and a painterly letter banner. Turn an inexpensive flea market frame into gallery-worthy art by painting the frame and backing white, then brush blue and teal acrylic paint in large sweeping motions onto the backing, leaving the upper left-hand corner mostly white. Add splashes of hot pink, then spray the wet paint with water for a drippy effect. Use a stencil to add the postmark. TOP RIGHT When dry, apply cursive lettering with a gold paint pen. ABOVE RIGHT, MIDDLE To make the pennant-style banner, place vinyl stickers on cotton canvas panels cut to shape. Fill spray bottles with purple, teal, and royal blue Rit powder dye, following the mixing instructions on the box. Spritz each piece of fabric with the dye mixtures. When dry, peel off the letters, punch holes in each panel, and string the pieces onto cording. FOR RESOURCES SEE PAGE 108.

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1 AN ALF RES CO AFF AIR

Homeowner Jen Harrison takes full advantage of her home’s wide wraparound porch, outfitting it with multiple seating areas—complete with rugs and throw pillows. The wood chair frame was $2.50, the carved screen came from a local flea market for $20, and the shell hangings are vintage finds from flea markets.

2 IT’S A WEAVE

The settee was purchased for $25—for the wood frame only. “I looked at it, checked the sturdiness, and wondered how I was going to make it work,” Jen says. Her eureka idea was to create a woven back and sides from upholstery cording and add a plywood seat and off-therack cushion.

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A Cleveland-area DIYer curates meaningful style that expresses her artistic élan and sparks a passionate social media following. STYLING + WORDS LACEY HOWARD PHOTOGRAPHS JAY WILDE

Her popular Instagram handle is @FleaMarketFab. But she could as accurately be known as DIYDiva. Jennifer Harrison (Jen to her friends) is a nonstop project machine—adopting, making over, and posting flea, thrift, and curb gems t hat she alone sees the potential in. “A lot of people who follow me think I have my own style aside from other people’s,” she says. While the basis of her look is bohemian and midcentury, she’s not a slave to one particular era. “I like so many things, and I’ll bring in whatever catches my eye to make the space what I love.”

Jen sees her home as a gallery of favorite things, the vast majority of which came from thrift stores, antiques fairs, Goodwill, eBay, Craigslist, and even neighbors’ trash piles. Under her keen curatorlike eye, the overall feeling is never crowded or dated. It’s comfortable and surprisingly style savvy (considering 80 percent of it was once castoff). Most importantly, she never sees her interiors as done. Rooms continuously change as new finds and creations replace those she’s tired of. Treasured pieces move to the basement, while the remainder are put up for sale. “There is never a boundary or a place to stop,” she says. Thanks to Jen’s ability to let go and embrace new favorite things, her home remains fresh and fashionable. “That’s the beauty of fleaing and making it myself,” she says. “It is affordable to move on to the next thing.”

Meet Jen! JEN CREDITS HER THRIFT�SAVVY MOM AND CARPENTER DAD FOR HER DIY STYLE. “I ALSO HAVE A VERY PATIENT HUSBAND WHO ALLOWS ME TO DO THESE CRAZY EXPERIMENTS,” SHE SAYS.

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On a Roll JEN INSTALLED CASTERS ON THIS GRAIN CABINET BEFORE BRINGING IT INTO HER HOME. SHE ROLLED IT AROUND THE MAIN LEVEL UNTIL IT FOUND ITS HOME BESIDE THE FIREPLACE.

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Textiles energize Jen’s living room. Her collection began with a Pinterest post several years ago of an all-white space with Moroccan rugs. “I started investigating and purchased one,” she says. “When I got it, I realized the workmanship and quality and history. They became a bit of an addiction.”


4 WHITE IS RIGHT

Most of the walls in Jen’s home are painted the same shade of white. But in the dining room, she flipped the scheme— dressing two walls in a bold floral paper and coating the floor in a glossy version of her favorite white.

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midcentury daybed (a Craigslist score) nestles perfectly into a window bump-out in the dining room, creating an inviting spot for more of Jen’s Moroccan textiles and her miniature pinscher, Ernesto.

6 HIGH TO LOW

Formerly a florist shop’s workstation, the patinarich piece became the breakfast table after Jen cut nearly a foot off the legs. Pink spray paint gives metal vintage Russell Woodard chairs a sassy new look.

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A vintage brass bar cart pairs with a modern art canvas created by a local high school student. Jen is also a fan of making your own art. “Play some music and let yourself be free! It's inexpensive and lets you be creative,” she says.

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The nursery—outfitted for Jen’s toddler grandson— has walls dressed in removable wallpaper tiles. Jen’s collection of paint-by-number animal art pops up throughout the room.


9 STORY TIME

Floating ledges hold books beside a midcentury Eames chair. “I had thoughts on having it reupholstered, but once I started the decorating process in the nursery, the white leather worked perfectly,” Jen says.

10 ROBE REPURPOSE

A full-size bed in the nursery hosts a smattering of pillows, including one with birds on it that Jen created from a chenille robe she found at Goodwill. “It had stains on it, so I salvaged the good parts,” she says.

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Shallow IKEA cabinets line one nursery wall. “They didn’t come with knobs, so I found the two-tone wood knobs with bells, and I knew the baby would love playing with them,” Jen says.

12 LIGHT FANTASTIC

Hallelujah! AN ARCHITECTURAL PIECE OF PERFECTLY PATINAED COPPER� PART OF A LOCAL CHURCH STEEPLE�IS 3�D ARTWORK IN JEN’S OFFICE.

Jen made the fixture over her office sewing table by pairing an IKEA chandelier and a galvanized metal tub. “I ran the chandelier wiring through a drilled hole in the metal and rewired it to make the cord a lot longer,” she says. “It was very inexpensive, and I love how it turned out. Definitely one of my all-time favorite projects.”

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Jen scored a paintsplattered drop cloth at a garage sale. “I originally thought about reupholstering a piece of furniture with it,” she says. But instead, she added grommets and tied it with rope to create her master bedroom’s window treatment.

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The brackets supporting Jen’s vanity table were the porch railings on an old local home being demolished. “I want to use an old door on top, but I haven’t found the door yet,” she says. Until then, a piece of tempered glass helps display her collection of vintage and vintage-inspired jewelry. 15 GIDDY UP!

When Jen saw the framed horse rug at Springfield Antique Show and Flea Market, she had to have it. “It is such an impactful piece, and it makes a statement all by itself! And so ugly it’s great!” she says. “So many people have found the same one and will post a photo on Instagram and tag me.”

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Jen and her husband, Raymond, were picking up a Craigslist purchase when he fell for these large presidential portraits. “I didn’t think I wanted them, but he said ‘Are you crazy? I’m buying them!’” Jen says. The owner told the couple the pair had hung in the auditorium of a now-demolished school in Cleveland. “They didn’t drill into the stone walls,” Jen says. “Both pieces were glued to the plaster so big chunks of plaster are still attached to the backs of the frames.” 17 FARM FIND

The master bed’s headboard is an old barn door—and another find that only Jen could see the beauty in. “It was filthy and loaded with pink paint,” she says of the piece. After a good cleaning and sanding, it became the standout Jen had imagined. “I did pay $300, but it was well worth it!” she says.

Textiles A MOROCCAN WEDDING BLANKET SHINES ON THE MASTER BED WITH ITS CREAMY WOOL, WHITE FRINGE, AND GOLD SEQUINS.


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A handcrafted folding table created by a local man for his farmers market booth now hosts warm-weather meals on Jen’s porch, anchored by a 13-foot-long kilim rug. All her rugs are antique and found at garage sales and flea markets. “They definitely make the porch more relaxed,” she says.

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Under Foot JEN OUTFITS HER PORCH WITH THE SAME TYPE OF RUGS SHE USES INSIDE. SHE RECOMMENDS THIN, FLAT WEAVES THAT DRY QUICKLY AND ARE EASY TO SWEEP.

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AS MUCH AS MY MOM WAS AN INFLUENCE ON THE THRIFTED DESIGN DIRECTION I HAVE TAKEN IN MY LIFE, MY CARPENTER FATHER WAS THE BALANCE OF MY SKILLS AND PASSION TO DIY. ” JEN HARRISON, HOMEOWNER/DESIGNER

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“Being that I am a junker, I like nothing to match,” Jen says of her mostly white and glass table settings she uses when hosting friends and family. “It's all mixed and matched from Goodwill for so cheap that I can afford to resell it or donate it back.” 20 BOX TOP

“We got some pallets, and I had so much scrap wood in the garage,” Jen says of the materials she used to build pool-side ottomans. She topped the cubes with table runners and throw pillows to serve as extra seating.

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A DIY shed made by Jen and Raymond, a concrete contractor, shows off their resourcefulness. “He found the walls in the Dumpster at a job site. We didn’t have to cut them or anything.” Jen says. “A neighbor installed a new shed door, and I garbagepicked the old one. The ceiling rafters are from a friend’s deck—they were replacing it and they gave us all the wood.” After spraying the inside with white paint, they created a bar with a concrete counter and wrapped it with old shutters and doors cut to size.

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“I wanted a bohemianthemed area where you could sit in the garden, play some music, and just have some drinks and relax,” Jen says of the seating area she set up in her front yard.


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Jen created a pair of outdoor pendants from hardware cloth, zip ties, and light kits. “I had no clue how many ties and how much time it was going to take,” she says of the project. The longer light has 5,000 ties; the smaller one about 1,000.

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Jen tied tapers to bamboo garden supports using colored contractor string to illuminate her garden beds. “Because the candles were from Goodwill, the entire idea may have cost me $15,” she says.

5 DIY IDEAS TO STEAL Fluff your nest with eclectic treasures inspired by Jen Harrison’s globe-trotting style.

1. ABSOLUTELY PRESIDENTIAL

Invite a few historic figures to your walls with prints of official portraits. Starting at $40 each for 9×12-inch giclee prints; art.com

collection of pillows and textiles hails from around the world. T he Hunted’s Wool Multistripe Pom-Pom Pillows have a similarly global feel and are available in black, pink, yellow, blue, turquoise, green, gray, and orange. $85 (18×18-inch pillow); $95 (20×20-inch pillow); shopthehunted.com

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African Juju hat ma kes a sh owstopping art piece in Jen’s dining room window. Artisanmade headgear is available online in a variety of colors and sizes. $235 for a 30-inch-diameter piece in off-white; oldworldshoppe.etsy.com

2. SOFT EDGES Jen’s

4. ART UNDERFOOT Canary

Lane Designs is one of Jen’s go-to shops for rugs. Start your own collection with a one-of-a-kind Belleza kilim. Use promo code “DIY2016” for $50 off and free shipping. $150 (roughly 40×20inch rug); canarylanedesigns.com

5. TIE ONE ON To create the tassel

curtains on her porch, Jen crafted tassels from yarn in three neutral colors. (Visit BHG.com/MakeTassels for a tassel-making tutorial.) To assemble, she hung 6-foot-long dowels from a clothing rack so she could work without a ladder. She star ted by tying 20 pieces of twine to the same length, evenly spaced on the rod. She then tied on the tassels, randomly picking the color, adding different lengths of twine and tassels to create layers. After the tassels were all attached, she added pink and cranberry yarn accents above the tassels and around the top of each length of twine. She installed the “curtains” by tying each dowel to screw eyes on the porch overhang.

These simple projects create a natural athering place that has food, water, and shelter for winged beauties. PROJECTS + WORDS

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PETE KRUMHARDT

WELCOME HOME A

flowerpot fitted with a 1¼-inc h entry hole, opposite, offers housing for small birds, such as the chickadee, nuthatch, tufted titmouse, and wren. Site the house away from high-traffic areas of the yard and where nearby trees and shrubs offer shelter, giving birds the privacy they need to nest, hatch, and raise broods. Locate the birdhouse w here it is protected from late-day sun in summer and wi nd in winter.

how to make a f lowerpot birdhouse

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• ¼-inch nut • 6-inch-diameter round wooden plaque • 1¼-inch hole-boring drill bit • Sandpaper • Outdoor acrylic paint • Sponge brush Step 1Gather materials (A). Drill a hole in a fence, wall, or other surface (B) to mount the birdhouse. Step 2 Slide a washer over the bolt, then push the bolt through the pot’s drainage hole (C) and the fence (D). Slide a washer over the exposed end of the bolt; twist the nut onto the bolt and tighten it to secure the pot. Step 3Drill the 1�⁄�-inch-diameter entry hole in the wooden plaque, about 1½ inches from the bottom edge. Sand smooth the edges of the entry hole. Paint only the outside of the wooden plaque to make it more weather-resistant. Let dry. Press the plaque into the pot until it is firmly wedged in place (E). A perch is not necessary and might provide a foothold for predators.

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Clean House REMOVE OLD NESTING MATERIAL FROM THE BIRDHOUSE ANNUALLY IN AUTUMN, WHEN YOU ARE CERTAIN THE BREEDING SEASON IS DONE.

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Molded seeds are a decorative way to feed feathered friends, below . In a large mixing bowl, dissolve two packets of gelatin in cup boiling water. Add 2 cups of birdseed (A); stir. Let set for five minutes, then stir until the seeds have absorbed most of the liquid. Lay cookie cutters on baking sheets lined with waxed paper. Press seed mixture firmly into the shapes. Cut a length of twine, knot the ends, and press the knot into the still-soft shape; repeat for each ornament. Refrigerate the ornaments overnight. Set ornaments on a rack to air-dry for several days and harden completely before hanging them outdoors. STAR POWER

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Seedy Hang-ups FOR THESE SHAPES, WE USED A WILD BIRD MIX, WHICH INCLUDES MILLET, MILO, SUNFLOWER, AND THISTLE. WE FOUND THAT ANY SIZE COOKIE CUTTERS WORKTHE GELATIN ACTS LIKE GLUE. OURS ARE ABOUT 2 TO 2½ INCHES WIDE.

PLANTS TO ATTRACT BIRDS

A bird-friendly yard includes a mix of plantings to provide food, shelter, nesting sites, and nesting material. Plant food sources that offer seeds, berries, and nectar to a variety of birds.

FOUNTAINGRASS seed heads

PURPLE CONEFLOWER

entice birds to forage from them during fall and winter.

provides large seed heads as well as cover for ground-feeding birds.

SUNFLOWER grows easily and blooms in summer, then develops seeds favored by birds.

ARONIA, aka chokeberry, is a hardy

CRABAPPLE is a popular group

VI BU RNU M includes a diverse

shrub with clusters of bird-pleasing berries. It grows in any type of soil.

of spring-flowering trees that fruit in summer and fall.

group of shrubs that produce bird-friendly shelter and berries.

FUCHSIA will bloom all summer

PENSTEMON is favored by

SALVIA, including perennial and

in a hanging basket and feed hummingbirds with sweet nectar.

hummingbirds and gardeners for its colorful bell-shape flowers.

annual varieties, attracts hummers to the nectar-filled blooms.

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FEED THE BIRDS Welcome

dine & dash HANG A FEEDER WHERE BIRDS CAN FLY IN EASILY TO PERCH AND EAT OR FEED ON THE GROUND BENEATH THE FEEDER. SELECT A LOCATION WHERE A NEARBY TREE OFFERS AN EASY ESCAPE.


birds to your yard and he lp sust ain them, especially through the winter, by setting up a feeder, below . Offer a continuous supply of food to keep birds coming year-round. Feathered friends will reward you by eating insects in the garden and entertaining you with their antics. As diners, birds search out specific menus. Cater to varied tastes by offering a seed mix that includes black sunflower, safflower, and millet, then watch for cardinals, juncos, house finches (shown here), nuthatches, chickadees, and others to fly in and feast.

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I VALUE MY GARDEN MORE FOR BEING FULL OF BLACKBIRDS THAN OF CHERRIES, AND VERY FRANKLY GIVE THEM FRUIT FOR THEIR SONGS. ” JOSEPH ADDISON, THE SPECTATOR, 1712

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• Canning jar • Painters tape • Safety glasses • Drill •38 • 5 16-inch drill bit • Plastic bowl • Plastic plate • ¼×2-inch eyebolt • Four ¼×1¼-inch fender washers • Four ¼-inch locking washers • Two ¼-inch nuts • Chicken feeder • Large nail and hammer • ¼×2-inch carriage bolt Step 1 Gather materials (A). Place a folded dish towel under the jar to absorb vibrations while drilling. Tape an X on the jar bottom and mark the center. Wearing safety glasses, drill through the glass, using the glassboring bit (B). Step 2 Use the 5 16-inch bit to drill a hole centered in the bottom of the bowl and the plate. To attach the bowl to the jar, insert the eyebolt through a fender washer, the bowl, and the jar. Fasten the jar with a fender washer, two locking washers, and a nut (C). Use the nail and hammer to make a hole centered in the bottom of the chicken feeder (D). Step 3Attach the plate to the chicken feeder by repeating the hardware assembly, except using the carriage bolt instead (E). Step 4 Fill the jar with birdseed. Screw the chicken feeder and plate onto the jar (F).

The sound of gently trickling water attracts birds to fly in for drinks and splashy baths. A lotuslike dripper attached to a submersible pump enhances a birdbath and creates a delightful garden accent. To make the birdbath, below, use a 6×48-inch PVC pipe as a base and anchor 1 foot of it in the ground. Wrap the base with a length of twig fencing cut to fit (A). Set a 3-inch-deep saucer on the base. Place a few stones in the basin to secure the dripper and provide firm footing for birds. Always keep the pump covered with water. WATER MUSIC


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better bathing BIRDS FLOCK TO A PRISTINE BATH. EMPTY THE BASIN WEEKLY, CLEAN WITH A SCRUB BRUSH, AND REFILL WITH FRESH WATER.

PLANTS TO ATTRACT BUTTERFLIES

PLANTS TO ATTRACT BEES

Choose diverse plants that supply months of nectar-filled flowers for butterflies and leafy food for their larvae (caterpillars).

Nectar- and pollen-rich flowers feed bees and other pollinators. Avoid chemicals.

FENNEL feeds caterpillars and

LANTANA grows as an annual

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butterflies. The feathery plant grows easily and is drought-tolerant.

(must be replanted each year) and blooms from summer into fall.

aromatic perennials that bloom in summer and attract bees.

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NEW ENGLAND ASTER blooms

BEE BALM flowers prove

food source for monarch larvae. Choose native plant varieties.

perennially in gardens, drawing winged visitors in summer and fall.

irresistible to hummingbirds and butterflies as well as bees.

PENTAS, an annual, grows in full sun and blooms throughout summer into fall.

ZINNIA varieties grow easily from

CATMINT is a tough perennial that grows easily and withstands dry, hot weather.

seeds or seedlings and boast long-lasting blooms.

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Pages 8–9 Dyes for boles and table runner Evening Blue, Teal, Kelly Green, Golden Yellow, design of table runner Ellen Highsmith-Silver— Rit; ritstudio.com/author/ ellenhighsmith-silver.Sealing product for boles—Mod Podge by Plaid; 800/842-4197; plaidonline .com. Plates— Tale of the Cod, Chatham, Massachuses; 508/9450347; taleohecod.com. Page 11 Adhesive and sealant product— Mod Podge by Plaid; 800/842-4197; plaidonline.com.Spray paint Bright Idea Yellow Gloss Indoor-Outdoor Spray Paint 53538—Krylon Products Group; 800/457-9566; krylon.com . Page 12 Ink-jet printable fabric Printed Treasures sew-on printer fabric sheets—Dritz; dritz.com. Plates Vietri—Tale of the Cod, Chatham, Massachuses; 508/945-0347; taleohecod.com. Page 13 Wood disks and round tree slices, branches mitsumata, sold by the bunch, glass 6×12-inch cylinder, faux buerflies—Michaels Stores, Inc.; michaels.com. ORDER IN THE HOUSE PAGES 14�17

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Page 39 Black frames sold in set of seven frames 50OFSET01S07C—Craig Frames; craigframes.com. Wallpaper Origami in Bone—Serena & Lily, Inc.; 866/597-2742; serenaandlily .com. Bedding Ramala Sky Blue duvet cover and euro shams, Classic Hemstitch white sheet set and bed skirt—Pine Cone Hill; 877/5864771; pineconehill.com. Rug Gradation Ticking Woven coon rug—Dash & Albert Rug Co.; 800/658-5035; dashandalbert.com. Artwork: top le Virgo by Annie Clark, boom le Subtle Overlap in Periwinkle by Kelly Ventura, top center Even Still by Katie Craig, center Mingle by Julie Song, boom center Rain Cloud by Lindsay Megahed, top right Scribbles in Blue by Yao Cheng, boom right Bits by Katie Craig—Minted, LLC; minted .com. Nightstand End Table from the Crossmill collection by Beer Homes and Gardens®—Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.; walmart.com. Flooring COREtec 7-inch Wide Plank in Ivory Coast White 50LVP705— USFloors, Inc.; 800/404-2675; usfloorsllc.com. Page 40 (le) Wall paint Cloudless SW6786— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams .com [P]. Lamp Caspian Sea RJ-63223—The Bradburn Gallery, a division of The Bradburn Co.; 800/814-5267; bradburngallery.com.

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Swing—The Porch Swing Co.; theporchswingcompany.com. Swing paint Raindrop SW6485, floor paint Really Teal SW6489—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/4743794; sherwin-williams.com [P]. Swing Pediment appliqué— O’verlays; myoverlays.com. Rope swing, swing hardware, tiles for house numbers, plants, pots, grout—Lowe’s; lowes.com. Tea towel—Target; target.com. Rug, yellow pillows, yellow houndstooth pillows, lanterns, metal tray— Wayfair; 877/929-3247; wayfair .com. Pom-pom trim on pillow— Jo-Ann Stores; 888/739-4120; joann .com. Sea glass tiles—Pier 1 Imports; 800/245-4595; pier1.com. Fabric for buerfly floor pillow—Spoonflower; spoonflower.com. Stenciled pillow kit—Cuing Edge Stencils,

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Page 57 Wall paint Repose Gray SW7015— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams .com [P]. Table, chairs, rug— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Tablecloth embellished aer purchase—Crate & Barrel; 800/967-6696; crateandbarrel.com. Pages 58–59 Wall paint Breaktime SW6463— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams.com [P]. Table—Shades of Light; 800/262-6612; shadesoflight.com. Vase—West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com . Card—Rifle Paper Co., Winter Park, Florida; 407/622-7679; riflepaperco.com. Black-and-white print of camper by Connie Webb— Redwood Shed; redwoodshed.etsy.com. Tiny owl—The Owlies; the owlies.com. Botanical prints on shuers—Old Age Botanicals; oldagebotanicals.etsy .com. White shuer paint Pure White Chalk Paint—Annie Sloan, New Orleans; 504/309-4454; anniesloan .com [P]. Adhesive sealant—Mod Podge by Plaid; 800/842-4197; plaidonline.com. Pages 60–61 Wall paint Extra White SW7006— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams .com [P]. Chair—Grandin Road; 866/668-5962; grandinroad.com. Side table—flea market find. Yellow frame—Target; target.com. Maple-veneer MDF, U-bolts— Lowe’s; lowes.com. Small boles— Michaels Stores, Inc.; michaels.com. Pages 62–63 Wall paint Extra White SW7006— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams .com [P]. Flower decal—Stickers That Stick; stickersthatstick.com. Desk paint Pure White Chalk Paint, drawer paint English Yellow Chalk Paint—Annie Sloan, New Orleans; 504/309-4454; anniesloan.com [P]. Texturing material for raised relief—Wood Icing; woodicing.com. Flooring—Pergo, Inc.; 800/3373746; pergo.com. Bowl on console— Target; target.com. ABOUT FACE PAGES 66�77

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planter on step Terrazzo Square Light Gray Tall Fiberclay Planter, painted aer purchase, and round gray containers Stoney Fiberclay Dark Gray Round Planters, all three from the Origins collection, square black planters Ella 14-inch Square Black Resin Planter from the Home Decorators collection, house numbers 5-inch nickel-plated steel numbers, mailbox Black Standard Horizontal 4610BLK, lanterns flanking front door Brushed Nickel Outdoor Coage Lantern by Hampton Bay, hose holder Liberty Garden Heavy-Duty Wall-Mounted Hose Rack—The Home Depot; homedepot.com. Tool used for shuers and planter boxes K4 Master System—Kreg; kregtool .com. Paints for rug: black Black Suede S-H-790, yellow Lemon Lime 390B-7, bright pink Orchid Rose S-G-110, purple Exotic Flowers S-H-100, salmon pink Cool Lava 180-B—Behr Process Corp.; 800/854-0133; behr.com [P]. Paint for shuers and dark green paint for rug Riverbend VRO80A by Valspar—Ace Hardware; 866/2905334; acehardware.com [P]. Paint for obelisk bases and light green paint for rug Tranquil Bay by Valspar [P]. Yarn, wreath, and wire—Hobby Lobby; 800/323-9204; hobbylobby .com. Pavers for walkway Holland Pavers in Charcoal, edging PaveMaster; for locations throughout the Midwest, visit menards.com. Primer used throughout—Zinsser Co., Inc.; zinsser.com [P]. Front door stain Gel Stain in Black—Minwax; 800/523-9299; minwax.com [P]. Paint for hose holder Universal All Surface Gloss Black Spray Paint, paint for mailbox interior Painter’s Touch 2x Sun Yellow General Purpose Spray Paint—Rust-Oleum; 877/385-8155; rustoleum.com [P]. Welcome mat Trampa—IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Plants, as viewed on pages 68–70 In containers at right railing Coleus ‘Electric Lime’, Scaevola Fairy Blue, Zinnia Double Zahara Yellow, Begonia BabyWing BiColor, in larger gray container under window box Zinnia UpTown Frosted Strawberry, Angelonia AngelMist Spreading Blue, at base of obelisk Easy Wave Petunia in Yellow (plants courtesy of Wave Petunias; wave-rave.com), in pot at hose reel Hibiscus ‘Lile Zin’, in black pot with white triangle border Easy Wave Petunia in Pink Passion (plants courtesy of Wave Petunias; wave-rave.com), Lantana Lile Lucky Hot Pink, in window box Begonia Dragon Wing in pink, Plectranthus ‘Silver Shield’, Lantana Lile Lucky Pot of Gold—Ball Horticultural Co., available through your favorite garden mail-order catalogs and in local garden centers. COLOR WAVE PAGES 78�87

Pages 78–79 Color fixative for pillow Retayne— Jo-Ann Stores; 888/739-4120; joann .com. Chalk paints for wall Napoleonic Blue and Provence— Annie Sloan, New Orleans; 504/3094454; anniesloan.com [P]. Flooring Antique Structure Historic Element in White Milk Paint—Armstrong Flooring; 800/233-3823; armstrong .com/flooring. Bench—Target; target .com. Tote—Kate Spade; 800/5193778; katespade.com. Pages 80–83 Fabric paints for tablecloth and napkin stripe Tulip So Fabric Paint—Michaels Stores, Inc.;


michaels.com. Color fixative for tablecloth and napkin Retayne— Jo-Ann Stores; 888/739-4120; joann .com. Tablecloth dyed aer purchase—Poery Barn; 800/9225507; poerybarn.com. Wall paint Pure White SW7005—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/4743794; sherwin-williams.com [P]. Flooring COREtec 7-inch Wide Plank in Ivory Coast White 50LVP705—USFloors, Inc.; 800/404-2675; usfloorsllc.com. Chairs—Serena & Lily, Inc.; 866/597-2742; serenaandlily.com. Curtains—Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Pages 84–86 Dyes for bed throw and lampshade powder dyes in Navy and Fuchsia, dye for lampshade powder dye in Teal—Rit; ritstudio.com. Color fixative Retayne—Jo-Ann Stores; 888/739-4120; joann.com. Paint for headboard Pure White Chalk Paint—Annie Sloan, New Orleans; 504/309-4454; anniesloan.com [P]. Leer for pillow Recollections Chipboard Leers—Michaels Stores, Inc.; michaels.com. Bedding dyed aer purchase, vase—West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm .com. Sham stencil Ornate Damask from the Folk Art Home Décor collection—Plaid Enterprises, Inc.; 800/842-4197; plaidonline.com. Curtain panel Teresia, dyed aer purchase—IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Wall paint Sea Salt SW6204—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/4743794; sherwin-williams.com [P]. Flooring COREtec 7-inch Wide Plank in Ivory Coast White 50LVP705—USFloors, Inc.; 800/404-2675; usfloorsllc.com. Side table— Target; target.com. Page 87 Postmark stencil Paris France Stamp Stencil—Polyvore; polyvore .com. Gold script ink Pharaoh’s Gold Metallic Paint—Modern Masters, Inc.; 800/942-3166; modernmastersinc.com. Bright pink paint on framed artwork Neon Pink—Folk Art Paint; 800/8424197; folkartpaint.com. Blue chalk paints on framed artwork Napoleonic Blue, Florence, white chalk paint on framed artwork Pure White—Annie Sloan, New Orleans; 504/309-4454; anniesloan.com [P]. THE HOUSE THAT JEN BUILT PAGES 88�99

Pages 88–89 Porch floor, ceiling, and structure paint Extra White in satin—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/4743794; sherwin-williams.com [P]. Macramé on seee frame—design by Jennifer Harrison; jenniferharrisonstyle.com. Fabrication of macramé—Gabrielle Banzhaf; gbanzhaf.etsy.com. Pillow on seee, seee cushion—HomeGoods; 800/614-4663; homegoods.com. Blanket Wedding—At 1st Sight Vintage Furniture; at1stsightbk.com. Rug, pouf—The Hunted; shopthehunted.com. Brass tray, planters, chair, screen, seee frame—homeowners’ collection. Throw pillow in chair—Two Girls and a Pug; twogirlsandapug.etsy.com. Marble-top side table—Arhaus; 866/427-4287; arhaus.com. Candleholders on table— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Page 90 Wall paint Alabaster White SW7008—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwinwilliams.com [P]. Drapery panels— IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Sofa—Arhaus; 866/427-4287; arhaus.com. Lumbar

pillow on sofa—The Hunted; hopthehunted.com. Batik pillows on sofa and chair—Boho Pillow; bohopillow.etsy.com. Turquoise rug, multicolor rug—Etsy; etsy.com. Coffee table—West Elm; 866/4286468; westelm.com. Wall lamp Wallace—One Forty Three; shop.onefortythree.com. Floor cushion, small gold vases on coffee table, gold vase with leaves, white tray on grain cabinet— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Three gold-andconcrete cylinders on table— Target; target.com. Framed artwork, top le Indian by Jennifer Ament—through One Kings Lane; 855/746-7655; onekingslane.com. Artwork, top center by Heather Chontos; heatherchontos.com. Artwork, top right May Day—Hayley Mitchell Art; hayleymitchellart.etsy.com. Two framed pieces, boom, framed artwork over fireplace—NG Collective Studio; ngcstudioart.com. Cabinet, throw on sofa, chair— homeowners’ collection. Page 91 (top le and right) Wallpaper Frosted Kaleidoscope— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Mirror, chandelier, glass artwork on table—West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com. White vase on console—IKEA; ikea-usa .com. Orange vases and tray on console, white pillow on window seat, woven ooman—Target; target.com. Fringe pillow—Loiloi; loiloirugs.com. All other pillows—Boho Pillow; bohopillow.etsy.com. Feather round in window—African Heritage Art; africanheritageart.etsy.com.Throw on window seat—Etsy; etsy.com. Table, chairs, console, candlesticks, window seat bench—homeowners’ collection. Page 91 (boom le) Drapery panels, white shelf brackets, white vase on shelf, vases with leaves on table—IKEA; ikea-usa .com. Drapery hardware, pendant light, small planter on shelf—West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com. White chairs Panton—Hive; 866/663-4483; hivemodern.com. Beaded curtain, table, pink chairs vintage Russell Woodard, textile on table, candlesticks on shelves— homeowners’ collection. Page 91 (boom right) Tray on top shelf Nate Berkus, straws, tray on boom shelf— Target; target.com. Artwork Andrea Tsiros, Cleveland. Cart, punch bowl, barware, glassware, ice bucket— homeowners’ collection. Page 92 Removable wallpaper Raindrops— Hygge and West; 612/718-4992; hyggeandwest.com. Crib—Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.; walmart.com. Large blue flower pillow, cabinet pulls— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Tie-dye pillow, white bedsheets with pink design, black lampshade, candle in bowl, animals on second shelf— Target; target.com. Doll pillow, bookshelves, cabinets, clock—IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Mobile at crib—CB2; 800/6066252; cb2.com. Rug at chair—Urban Outfiers; 800/282-2200; urbanoutfiers.com. Light garland— Bright Lab; brightlablights.com. Throw on chair—Etsy; etsy.com. Small pillows on bed— Boho Pillow; bohopillow.etsy.com. Throw on bed—World Market; 877/967-5362; worldmarket.com. Pillow with truck, reading chair vintage Eames, side table vintage Saarinen Tulip, pillow in chair, chenille for bird pillowcase on bed, blanket on bed, white owl lamp, poery on shelf, camel toys, paint-by-number artwork on shelf, items on top shelf, frames artwork

on wall vintage Sco, rocking horse—homeowners’ collection. Page 93 Wall paint Alabaster White SW7008—The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwinwilliams.com [P]. Text artwork— Target; target.com. Wallpaper— Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Table, dress form, bucket with yardsticks, scissors on wall, oil painting of flowers, painting of small blue flowers, copper steeple architectural remnant from local church, black-and-white family portrait, bin under table, yellow trash can— homeowners’ collection. Crystal light fixture for chandelier—IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Metal drum for chandelier—Arhaus; 866/427-4287; arhaus.com. Page 94 All items—homeowners’ collection. Page 95 (top le) Headboard— IKEA; ikea-usa.com. Art in corner, blue bowl and vase, lamps, side table—Target; target .com. Pillow shams, throw pillow, blanket—Anthropologie; 800/3092500; anthropologie.com. Horse artwork, mirror, dresser— homeowners’ collection. Page 95 (top right) Wall paint Tricorn Black SW6258— The Sherwin-Williams Co.; 800/474-3794; sherwin-williams .com [P]. Sofa—Arhaus, 866/4274287, arhaus.com. Rug—West Elm; 866/428-6468; westelm.com. Black zigzag pillow—Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Other pillows Nate Berkus—Target; target.com. Chair, portraits, barrels chandelier—homeowners’ collection. Page 95 (boom right) Euro shams, zigzag bolster pillow, wedding blanket—Anthropologie; 800/309-2500; anthropologie.com. Headboard, trunk, lamp, floor covering—homeowners’ collection. Page 96–97 Pillows on seee—Two Girls and a Pug; twogirlsandapug.etsy.com. Tassel design— Jennifer Harrison; jenniferharrisonstyle.com. Rug Turkish vintage, table, chairs, seee, planter— homeowners’ collection. Page 98 Rugs— Jennifer Harrison; jenniferharrisonstyle.com; Meredith MacDougall, Canary Lane; canarylandesigns.com; and Stacy George, The Hunted; shopthehunted .com. Table—West Elm; 866/4286468; westelm.com. FOR THE BIRDS PAGES 100�107

Throughout Plants—Costa Farms; 800/3277074; costafarms.com; and Proven Selections; provenwinners.com. Page 100 Round wood plaque for birdhouse PLQ6R—Casey’s Wood Products; 800/452-2739; caseyswood.com. Page 102 Star-shape cookie cuers Circo— Target; target.com. Pages 104–105 Plate and bowl for bird feeder Room Essentials collection—Target; target .com. Mason jar poultry feeder base 9810—Amazon; amazon.com, search: Miller Manufacturing in Patio, Lawn and Garden. Page 106 Peeled reed fencing Garden Path 1731736—Menards; for locations throughout the Midwest, visit menards.com. Fountain dripper Solid Copper Lotus Dripper Fountain— Amazon; amazon.com, search: Ancient Graffiti in Patio, Lawn and Garden.

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Freestyle Plugs come in sheets that containa maximum of 150-1" squareplugs.Freestyle Plugs allowyou to makeeachplugbigger if you want – youdecide. Biggerplugs mean less cutting, less time planting.

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Meyer Zoysia Grass was perfected by the U.S. Gov’t, released in cooperation with the U.S. Golf Association as a superior grass.

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* Each grass sheet can produce up to 150 -1" square plugs. See other options online at www.zoysiafarms.com/mag We ship all orders the same day plugs are packed at earliest correct planting time in your area. Amazoy is the trademark registered U.S. Patent Office for our Meyer Zoysia grass. Order Now! www.ZoysiaFarms.com/mag Not shipped outside the USA or into WA or OR

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