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SEP
14
Build a Fireplace Insert Draft Stopper
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Brittany Bailey
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SEP
14
I’m a little bit of a fanatic when it comes to drafts. (Remember the time I weather-stripped my garage doors?) Over time I’ve addressed most of the pesky cracks and crevices that invite cold air into our home. But, there was one draft that I’ve been meaning to serve an eviction notice to since the […] The post Build a Fireplace Insert Draft Stopper appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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FEB
26
Smoke Detectors – What You Don’t Know Could Kill You
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Brittany Bailey
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FEB
26
Okay, now that I have your attention, did you know that approximately every three hours, a home fire death occurs somewhere in our nation. And 66 % of those occur in homes without working smoke alarms or detectors?* The most common reason those detectors weren’t working? Worn out or removed battery. Photo from CreativeCommons.org – courtesy of WickedChimp […] The post Smoke Detectors – What You Don’t Know Could Kill You appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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DEC
09
Galvanized Metal Star Garland and Mantel Vignette
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Brittany Bailey
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DEC
09
Remember when I told you I’ve been on a galvanized metal kick? Yes, you may have noticed my Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame on Monday. When I put the windows over our fireplace mantel, I knew there was something missing. I tried a few different garlands in the space, but nothing felt quite right. When […] The post Galvanized Metal Star Garland and Mantel Vignette appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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MAY
15
DIY Firepit and Seating
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Brittany Bailey
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MAY
15
Firepits are very popular right now. You can purchase a simple firepit at your local home improvement store, or put in a little sweat equity and create a DIY Firepit with Seating. When we had several hardwood trees taken down in our yard, I asked the tree guy to cut some of the base pieces of the tree […] The post DIY Firepit and Seating appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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NOV
24
Build a Giant Vintage Chalkboard
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Brittany Bailey
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NOV
24
Have you scoured antique stores or Craig’s List looking for a big giant vintage chalkboard? Those vintage school green chalkboards are highly sought after. But, hard to find. I have good news for you! You can build a Giant Chalkboard any size you want! (Although, typically you’ll be restricted to 4′ x 8′ if you want […] The post Build a Giant Vintage Chalkboard appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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OCT
27
Day 27 – Put an End to Fireplace Drafts
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Brittany Bailey
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OCT
27
You may sense a theme here, yesterday I talked about weatherstripping the garage. But, as the temps are dropping, it’s important to take some time to seal your home and eliminate drafts wherever they are lurking. One of the biggest offenders in our home was the fireplace. On cold nights, it is cozy to light a fire. […] The post Day 27 – Put an End to Fireplace Drafts appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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SEP
24
Autumn Mantel Décor & Fall Vignettes
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Brittany Bailey
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SEP
24
Fall is here! Hip Hip Hooray! I’m not exactly a summer gal (although I was born in June.) I prefer the cooler temperatures, the colorful landscape and jean weather! When the first cool day rolled into North Carolina, I was ready and waiting! But, my living room was still stuck on 4th of July (you […] The post Autumn Mantel Décor & Fall Vignettes appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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SEP
05
Make an Autumn Book Page Leaf Garland
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Brittany Bailey
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SEP
05
Want to make an Autumn Book Page Leaf Garland to decorate around your mantle or a doorway? Two years ago, I saw this beautiful wreath in a magazine. I snapped a picture with my phone and figured I’d try to DIY my own version. Then I forgot about it until I stumbled upon the picture […] The post Make an Autumn Book Page Leaf Garland appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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OCT
20
How to Make a Fire Pit in an Afternoon
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Brittany Bailey
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OCT
20
With the arrival of Autumn, I am looking forward to some fires in our fire pit and — of course — some S’mores! I made a fire pit in an afternoon last year after we had 14 trees taken down (boo hoo!) Sadly, they were dying or diseased. But, I was able to turn a […] The post How to Make a Fire Pit in an Afternoon appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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SEP
26
Fall Mantle Decor and Vignettes
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Brittany Bailey
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SEP
26
Fall is here, fall is here! Finally the cooler temps are near! I’m not sure about your area of the world, but this summer seemed a little too hot for my liking. My husband told me about the term “Global Weirding“. It seems fitting for all this nonsense Mother Nature is throwing at us lately. […] The post Fall Mantle Decor and Vignettes appeared first on Pretty Handy Girl.
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