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painted our brick house white paint color
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How We Painted Our Brick House

Follow our step-by-step guide on how we painted our brick house. Discover tips, techniques, and best practices for a beautiful and durable brick exterior makeover.

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DIY window shutters
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DIY Window Shutters: Guide to Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Learn how to create stylish DIY window shutters with our easy guide. Follow step-by-step instructions to enhance your home’s curb appeal and add a touch of charm to your windows.

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Cut costs on your home renovation
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5 Ways to Cut Costs on a Home Renovation

Learn how to cut costs on your home renovation with our expert tips. Discover budget-friendly upgrades and strategies to save money while achieving your dream home makeover.

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DIY Murphy bed vs sofa bed
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DIY Murphy Bed: Stylish & Functional Guest Space Solution

Create a versatile guest space with a DIY Murphy bed. Follow our step-by-step guide to build a stylish and functional Murphy bed, perfect for maximizing space and adding convenience to your home.

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thrift store shopping guide
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What to Always Look for at Thrift Stores

Discover essential tips on what to always look for at thrift stores to find hidden treasures. From vintage decor to unique clothing pieces, learn how to make the most of your thrift shopping experience with our thrift store shopping guide.

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shoemakesnew

A thrifty Aussie mum with the audacity to DIY anything. Old house, new projects, & life back home after a decade abroad 🛠️
✉️: emma@shoemakesnew.com

Husband said he could help in five minutes? Too la Husband said he could help in five minutes? Too late, I’ve got a couple of 2x4s as spacers and I’ve already done it.
Never underestimate the determination of a millenn Never underestimate the determination of a millennial woman who wants the DIY project done now 🤷‍♀️
I don’t think anyone talks enough about the deep I don’t think anyone talks enough about the deeply unglamorous middle part of a renovation, but here’s a little glimpse of how it looks. 
We’re in that phase where it’s not impressive yet, nothing is finished, everything is dusty, and I’m still trying to answer emails and cook dinner and move my body between building cabinets because I’m old enough to worry about bone density now 😅
We’re hoping to build most of the cabinets this weekend though and that feels like a big milestone!
If you also have a kid who’d run through a wall If you also have a kid who’d run through a wall to watch the mindless rainbow ducks videos on YouTube that pop up on the TV home screen , then this is for you. I mostly added shows I watched as a kid and some newer educational kind of ones and they actually really like it, plus they feel fancy choosing from a menu. Who knows how long this will be fun for them but for now it’s a parenting hack.
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