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How I Remodeled a Bathroom from Floor to Ceiling for $200

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:30:23 EDT

We are remodeling an old house (and when I say old, I mean built prior to 1900). We're also DIY-ers and penny pinchers; so "shoestring spending" is our mantra. Here's how two tightwads remodeled a bathroom from the floor to the ceiling, for $200.

Contributor: Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Recycled Blue Jean Crafts – Crocheted Placement Pattern

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kim Blakesley) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:30:01 EDT

Blue jeans make durable recycled crafts. Once such craft item is a placement. Round, square or rectangular or oval placements are fun and easy to make.

Contributor: Kim Blakesley
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Recycled Blue Jean Crafts – Denim Cork Board Instructions

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Kim Blakesley) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:29:30 EDT

Cover an old corkboard with denim and recycled blue jean pockets. This ingenious project provides pockets not only to hold items without push pins, but provides a revitalized surface that rejuvenates an old cork board.

Contributor: Kim Blakesley
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Curtain Rod Jewelry and Accessories Organizer

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:29:03 EDT

This cute jewelry and accessory display takes only a few minutes to make.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Shoe Polish Artwork

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:52:20 EDT

Shoe polish makes it really easy to create an unusual and endearing wall hanging.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Orange or Onion Bag, Shoe-Scrubbing Doormat

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:52:08 EDT

Use a bag from oranges or onions to make a rug that scrubs the bottoms of your shoes.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Mesh Bag Place Mats and Other Home Accents

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:51:46 EDT

Use orange or onion bags to make all sorts of fabulous things for your home.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Home Improvement Project Tips

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Jessica Brylan) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 12:13:12 EDT

There are many good contractors in the business of home improvement. But, there are a few who give everyone else a bad name. Learn how to protect yourself against them.

Contributor: Jessica Brylan
Published: Feb 12, 2012

Decor Ideas for a Coffee Table with Contemporary Arts and Crafts Style

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Crystal Ray) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 19:36:14 EDT

A coffee table can become a base for displaying unique contemporary arts and crafts decor. It is a fun style to work with, and the results can be quite impressive.

Contributor: Crystal Ray
Published: Feb 11, 2012

Dresser Drawer Headboard

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:07:34 EDT

Use old dresser drawers to make this really cool, storage headboard.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 11, 2012

Closet Door Headboard

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Emma Salk) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 06:51:55 EDT

Use old closet doors to make this unique headboard.

Contributor: Emma Salk
Published: Feb 11, 2012

How to Remove Mothball Smell from Cedar Chest

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Georgia Lund) — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:07:03 EDT

Sometimes the strong, unmistakable odor of mothballs renders a beautiful antique cedar chest useless, unless you know how to remove the mothball smell. Here's how -

Contributor: Georgia Lund
Published: Feb 11, 2012

Simple but Great Home Bar Ideas

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Stan Schubridge) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:02:57 EDT

If you are looking around at your home bar and you feel you need to make some changes, here are a few great ideas to help you get started.

Contributor: Stan Schubridge
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Landlord-Approved Rental Decorating Ideas

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Tonya Hillukka) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:45:08 EDT

Don’t let those stark white walls scare you away from making your rental a cozy place to stay. Try these landlord-approved rental decorating ideas.

Contributor: Tonya Hillukka
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Turn Thrift Store Furniture and Accessories into Antique Treasures

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Michelle Radcliff) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:25:12 EDT

You may think you can only find junk at thrift stores. However, with a little elbow grease and the magic of a faux finish, you can transform outdated, ordinary furniture and accessories into antique treasures!

Contributor: Michelle Radcliff
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Turn Old Books into Sophisticated Home Decor

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anni Sofferet) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:23:09 EDT

With a little glue, rough twine or a ribbon you can turn old books into sophisticated home decor.

Contributor: Anni Sofferet
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Whimsical Ways to Decorate Your Home

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anni Sofferet) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:22:45 EDT

Set your imagination free with these unique ideas for spreading a little whimsy through your rooms.

Contributor: Anni Sofferet
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Cheap and Easy Fireplace Makeover Ideas

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anni Sofferet) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:22:21 EDT

Turn your tarnished old fireplace into a charming focal point that will change your room completely.

Contributor: Anni Sofferet
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Budget Decorating Ideas for a Boring Bedroom

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Anni Sofferet) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:47:24 EDT

With a little imagination and even less money, your boring bedroom will bloom with charming decor.

Contributor: Anni Sofferet
Published: Feb 10, 2012

Great Places for a Corkboard

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Terry Mulligan) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:38:11 EDT

Keep organized with a corkboard -- wherever you need it.

Contributor: Terry Mulligan
Published: Feb 10, 2012