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Author: Alex Shoemaker

Alex Shoemaker is an experienced journalist and DIYer. He started shoemakesnew.com in 2020 with his wife, Emma. He loves making his house more functional for his family.
Pros and Cons of Butcher Block Countertops
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Pros and Cons of Butcher Block Countertops

Discover the pros and cons of butcher block countertops in this comprehensive guide. Learn about durability, installation tips, and creative uses beyond the kitchen. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and home renovators looking for a warm, budget-friendly countertop option.

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one-day DIY projects
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10 One-Day DIY Projects to Transform Your Home on a Budget

Explore these budget-friendly, one-day DIY projects to enhance your living space. From giant chalkboards to entryway benches, discover easy-to-follow ideas that require minimal materials and time.

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adding built-in storage
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10 Built-In Storage Ideas to Maximize Space

Explore creative built-in storage ideas to maximize space in your home. Learn DIY solutions for adding functional and stylish storage in every room, from closets to living areas.

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weekend DIY projects
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7 Easy Weekend DIY Projects to Transform Your Home

Discover 7 easy weekend DIY projects perfect for beginners. Learn how to create unique home improvements and decor in just a weekend with simple, budget-friendly materials.

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DIY toddler dress-up station
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9 Handmade Gift Ideas: Thoughtful and Creative DIY Presents

Discover thoughtful handmade gift ideas for any occasion. Get creative with our easy DIY gift projects that show you care without breaking the bank.

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rubber mulch vs. wood mulch
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Front Yard Makeover: Landscaping Tips & Before and After Reveal

Explore our front yard makeover with stunning before and after landscaping photos. Get tips and inspiration for your own front yard renovation project.

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Landscaping tools and materials
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Top Landscaping Tools and Materials for Building a DIY Flower Bed

Discover the best landscaping tools and materials we used to build a beautiful DIY flower bed. Follow our guide for a stunning garden DIY.

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A couple standing in an empty house starting their first year of home ownership.
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One Year Of Shoe Makes New

Celebrate one year of Shoe Makes New! Discover our journey, favorite projects, and valuable lessons learned.

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Top DIY Projects of 2020 and Exciting Plans for 2021: Our Favorites
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Top DIY Projects of 2020 and Exciting Plans for 2021: Our Favorites

2020. What a fucking year. Like many, this was a…

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DIY Wooden Christmas Eve Box: Creative Ideas and How-To Guide
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DIY Wooden Christmas Eve Box: Creative Ideas and How-To Guide

Create a magical DIY wooden Christmas Eve box with our creative ideas and step-by-step how-to guide. Make Christmas Eve special with personalized gifts and festive treats.

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A thrifty Aussie mum with the audacity to DIY anything. Old house, new projects, & life back home after a decade abroad 🛠️
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I’ve been on a journey to make my own cafe curta I’ve been on a journey to make my own cafe curtains because I needed a little bit of softness and whimsy in my kitchen renovation and despite feeling very overwhelmed for a bit in the middle there I feel like these turned out so cute (if you aren’t tooo close)! 
Now I’m overconfident on the old sewing machine and who knows what this self proclaimed seamstress is going to make next. 

#sewsewsew #diycafecurtains #kitchenremodel #kitcheninspiration
After 11 years in America, one husband and two kid After 11 years in America, one husband and two kids, coming home to a house that needed everything seemed like the next logical step. Can confirm live still feels calmer. 

#lifeinaustralia #expatlife #movingabroad #australianhome #diyhome
If you were hoping for a dreamy tutorial on how to If you were hoping for a dreamy tutorial on how to make DIY cafe curtains for your kitchen… this isn’t it. But I diiiid figure it out as I went and I’m actually so proud of pulling this one off. I still might need to give these bad boys a steam but ugh the whimsy of it all! They added exactly the amount of character to these giant windows that I hoped for 🤌🏻
We have these massive windows in our kitchen (one We have these massive windows in our kitchen (one is two metres and one is three, which is like 6-10 feet each), and I emphatically love them but the morning sun is annoying and I had this vision of whimsical flowy cafe curtains to give them some pizzazz. 
I priced out some brass and some wood rods and they were all really thick curtain rods, they didn’t come in long enough sizes, or they were literally more than ONE THOUSAND dollars so I bought a dowel and grabbed some scrap wood and thought I’d just do it my damn self 🤷‍♀️ 
It took a few prototypes and honestly the brackets are still a bit rough but from afar they’re fine and it saved me so much money I’ll get over it. Plus hopefully the focus is going to be on the pretty wispy curtains I’m whipping up next so follow along to see if I can pull it off! 

#diycurtains #kitchenrenovation #kitchenreno
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