Habitat for Humanity Re Store Kitchen light! Woo hoo!
Habitat for Humanity Re Store Kitchen light! Woo hoo!
I really had no intention of changing out my kitchen light. The one that is there is fine and I spray painted it black about two years ago and I like it. But today I took a trip to the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in South Bend, Indiana - I love this place! It is about 10 minutes from the University of Notre Dame. It had the most awesome molding too but I didnt have a way to get it home today. I will be back!
In their lighting department, there was this gorgeous light hanging there. It was listed as a carriage light and was NEW in the box. It is black and has beveled glass. It was only $35! It looks like it will be perfect for over the kitchen table. And I joined their preferred club for $5.00 and got another 25% off! SWEET! I also bought a new 5 x 7 area rug for only $36.95 I am going to use for my kitchen but I am going to give it a slight makeover with some fabric paint.
The light is quite large at 32" in length, but I love the look of an oversized lantern over a table.
I am still trying to decide on a kitchen paint color. I thought I had it all figured out with ICE RINK by Martha Stewart but then I was looking through the Pottery Barn Kids catalog and found HEAVEN ON EARTH by Benjamin Moore. I only want to to this once so I am taking my time to make sure it is the perfect color.
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| Martha Stewart: ICE RINK |
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| Benjamin Moore: Heaven on Eart |
But now I am totally motivated because I want to put up my light so the paint color decision needs to get done. More updates to come...
Habitat for Humanity Re Store Kitchen light! Woo hoo!
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...Im going to reveal quite a few EMBARRASSING secrets woodworking publishers dont need YOU to know.
Ive been wherever you are.
I purchased a shed plan... started to abide by it... got the 2x4s, the various tools, and started cutting to size even.
And then, right now there I was... STUCK. Screaming in my own head...
Houseboat Plans TO CREATE Your Personal Houseboat
Although there are a number of options to select from when somebody wishes to get a houseboat, for those who are inclined towards do-it-yourself, there are numerous houseboat plans to create a houseboat by yourself. This means that personalization, material and creating freedoms are available. If someone may very well be quite satisfied immediately after buying a houseboat, the happiness will be multiplied as because the houseboat is constructed by yourself soon. It is like creating a dream come true.
Monetary concerns are another advantage of earning a boat by yourself, compared to investing in a new 1 or customizing a houseboat. It could be a lot more affordable to program and construct ones personal houseboat. Another advantage is the proven fact that all of the vital capabilities that certain wishes inside a personal houseboat could be easily constructed. Youll discover numerous styles to pick from that may also be extremely inexpensive and also in some cases without expense. Individuals who might not be comfortable with the technique of creating such a task from scratch can go for yet another option of ready-built products. On the market youll discover a number of materials and packages supplied alongside utilizing the directions that assist in constructing a houseboat also by individuals who arent an qualified builder in that development.
For those who have much additional understanding of woodworking and constructing these kinds of projects without quite definitely guidance, you will discover several houseboat programs with a lot of styles and dimensions obtainable. Simultaneously any kind of customization could possibly be done and those specific features which are desired could end up being built-in the customized houseboat, also the expenditures incurred in creating a houseboat could possibly be customized as properly. For instance, compared to attracting professionals to perform the duty for the houseboat growth, the charges contained in cherry cupboards in the gallery set up arent that much as soon as all the work and designing is total by the user.
Utilizing the space can be an critical element of any plan efficiently, it truly is particularly crucial in that project where little living areas need to become constructed. Remember the standard of the components that must definitely be used. Good quality components for the board may be purchased from the funds thatll be preserved by constructing the plank without the help of experts. It could be also an undeniable fact that simply because it really is being constructed by yourself will not imply no money will undoubtedly be incurred in this type of construction, therefore the user must be careful with the preparing.
All folks who are interested inside constructing their particular vessel may have a number of forms of houseboat plans in accordance with their specifications. They need to consider constructing and planning elements like a expert. For a personalized watercraft that is many from others with all the current basic facilities and the required features, constructing individual watercraft could be the proper way to start it.
If youve worked on any kind of task, you get just what Im talking about.
Well, heres why:
Theyre written by ghostwriters whove never touched a piece of lumber or perhaps a chisel in their LIFE!
They could NEVER tell if a step didnt make sense or not.
ONLY someone with Expertise, building LOTS of projects -- AND teaching it to others -- could have an clue of exactly what a plan had a need to include, so...
And lets not get into attempting to “Wing it".
You and I are well aware how thatll find yourself.
Heres the offer: If youre going to invest the time, money and energy in creating a shed yourself...
...Then make sure the program youre using has EVERYTHING you need to get it done in:
• The easiest...
• Most inexpensive , and...
• The fastest way probable.
Easier in theory!
Well, hang tight. Ive gotcha covered.
To create the kind of shed, your neighbors along with other woodworkers will secretly ENVY (while mumbling “fine job” under their breath)...
DEVELOPING A Dowel Tree
The holiday season has ended, but if you’re nevertheless feeling just a little festive and want a straightforward woodworking project to get rid of the year, consider creating a dowel tree. A dowel tree is really a relatively simple task you could tackle of these rare days faraway from work but still have the required time left over to band in the new season with your family members.
How big is the dowel rods is dependent upon the size you want for the dowel tree to be. However, in case you are working within the sizes of a standard table or foyer or hallway desk, you might consider keeping the dowel tree to only about 24 inches high.
Utilizing the dowel sizes of ones choosing, as in line with the desired result associated with assembling your project, drill holes right into a dowel rod, which is the trunk of the particular project and will match a base. The amount of holes you drill, again, is really a matter of preference in line with the true amount of branches desired for the tree and its own overall dimensions. Additionally, it is possible to manipulate the branches to perform the desired appear. This may include permitting the branches to align or even to situate at 90 level angles (or another aesthetic position of ones choosing) down along the trunk. It could also include permitting the dowels to function as same length or of assorted lengths. If you opt to differ the lengths, make sure to make use of sandpaper to soft the tough edges of the trim dowels. You may even have to plan ahead pertaining to the dimension and sturdiness of ones base if you opt to permit the branches to be equivalent long, as a sturdy bottom will undoubtedly be needed to assistance the additional weight near the top of the tree from untrimmed rods.
The wood dowel used because the project’s trunk will secure right into a base. Consider using varying dimensions for the base. Perhaps a three-and-a-half inches circle placed upon a new six inch circle. Contemplate using varying shapes, as well. A square perhaps, oval, or Christmas celebrity for the bottom. A hole should end up being drilled through all layers of the bottom to support the selected size of the trunk.
Paint the dowel a new festive holiday colour, or work with a basic color (such as for example black or white) and invite any additions to function as splash of colour that makes it remain out in the area. Spice up the very best of the trunk dowel with the addition of wooden golf ball, a woodworked superstar, ribbon, or perhaps a mesh bow. You may even consider twisting mesh down along the trunk to the bottom. Be creative!
As soon as your dowel tree is completed, add old, beloved ornaments to the branches. You could also ensure it is a child-friendly task by allowing your children to make small, strung crafts, which may be put into the branches and eliminated a day at the same time as a countdown until Xmas day. If its large enough to take action, you may consider very hot gluing and stringing cards from friends and family and displaying them through the entire holiday season. Of course, this can depend upon the measurements used to help make the dowel tree. So when the holiday period has ended and it’s time and energy to set aside your Christmas products, you may even contemplate using the dowel tree in an effort to store a few of your bigger hanging ornaments over summer and winter.
With really minimal cost, period, and effort, you may use hardwood dowel to create one last festive woodworking craft.
I understand because Ive taught tons of people to build stunning , inspiring and professional looking sheds, that that leave you in AWE.
Not only did I teach friends...
... Ive taught complete newbies , without ANY encounter at all ...
...And they created the perfect shed THE FIRST TIME.
So, I know its not a fluke.
So some tips about what Ive got for you:
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Ralph Lauren Chicago store American flag improperly displayed
Ralph Lauren Chicago store American flag improperly displayed
I was in the Ralph Lauren store on Michigan Avenue in Chicago which is amazing and took some photos of their Olympic uniform displays.
Inside the store is this gorgeous display case showcasing all things London 2012. But as I looked at the photo, it quickly dawned on me and hit me like a ton of bricks. The American Flag - the coveted Star Spangled Banner - the Stars and Stripes - is BACKWARDS! Are you kidding me?
Now we all know that poor Ralph is having a bad couple of months with the whole "Uniforms-gate"and the public outrage that the uniforms for Team USA were indeed made in China. And in Ralphs defense, so are the Nike, Adidas, and other major brands the Olympians will be wearing.
But what upsets me the most is that this display has probably been up for a while and no one has noticed it? No employees, no tourists, no customers, etc? Come on people - get a clue.
My Dad was a veteran and also a HUGE patriot. He would only fly the flag if there was a light on it, he would ceremoniously fold it when he took it down and rarely flew it in inclement weather. He taught me all about flag etiquette and I feel it is very important to honor the American flag because of everything it represents. Here are the proper ways to display the American flag:
Horizontally is a no-brainer with the stars on top and to the left or the flags right. However, when hanging vertically, the union needs to be to the viewers left or the flags right. Ralph Lauren has it backwards and even though it is for aesthetic purposes in a store display, it is wrong and disrespectful.
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| Ralph Lauren Olympic attire display at Macys on State Street in Chicago |
I loved the Roots uniforms and they were made in Canada and they were awesome but hey - it was still Canada. Ralph Lauren is quintessentially American and I think he is a good choice. But I do wish that showing your pride for the US wasnt so out of touch for so many Americans, especially in this economy.
Ralph Lauren Chicago store American flag improperly displayed
Mulberry Store San Francisco
Mulberry Store San Francisco
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Simple colours in this interior make the porducts stand out clearly!
Mulberry Store San Francisco