In this post, I’ll show you how to make what I call the Edison Wooden Block Lamp. So yeah, it’s a lamp made from a block of wood, paired with a vintage Edison bulb. Hey, it looks cool. This vintage looking lamp has an industrial yet modern design. I made this lamp from a scrap piece […]
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DIY Reclaimed Pallet Wood Clock Here are the materials you’ll need: Reclaimed wood, preferably barn wood or pallet wood (12) 1/2 inch copper pipe end caps Wood glue Quartz clock movement And the tools: Miter saw Orbital sander 220-grit sanding disks Cordless drill 3/4 inch forstner bit Protractor angle finder Re-sealable clear silicone String Prep
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If you’ve ever been to Paris in Winter, you’ve likely noticed the charming street vendors selling chestnuts in a small paper cone. They roast the chestnuts over something resembling a perforated metal trash can housing an open flame. The sweet smell of roasted nuts fills the air and makes this typical French treat simply irresistible.
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It’s official. I’m a dabbler. I do a bit of this and then a bit of that. It seems like one project idea just leads to another. I contemplated learning how to weld for a short while but somehow ended up learning how to use a sewing machine instead (thanks mom!). Go figure. But in
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Add a nautical theme to any room with a painted paddle Painted paddle. Painted oar. I can never tell what’s what! Oh well, not really important when we’re talking about wall decor I guess. No matter how you call them, these nautical designs often sell for about $300 a piece. In this DIY tutorial I’ll
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Butcher block copper clock So yeah, I know. I seem to be developing a theme. Copper and Butcher Block. I do love to work with both materials and since I had left over wood blocks from my butcher block shelves project, I thought to myself why not build a clock for the shop? And so I
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Industrial chic copper pipe table lamp My recent copper pipe wall sconce tutorial inspired me to experiment further with copper pipe lighting. I mean, what’s not to love about a copper pipe lamp? It’s modern, yet industrial, and oh so easy to do-it-yourself. Here’s what you’ll need: (1) 3 foot ½” copper pipe (cut to 15″, 6″, 2 ½” and 2″) (4)
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See how to transform your fireplace mantel with just a few coats of paint For the record, I have a rule against painting woodwork, especially when it comes to antique woodwork in a centennial home. I can’t tell you how many hours I’ve spent striping off layers of paint from trim, baseboards, railings and fireplace
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Copper pipe wall sconce. Sounds chic right? Copper light fixtures and copper home decor are definitely trending today. Making a copper pipe wall sconce is easy and will cost you less than $30. What you’ll need: IKEA Sekond cord set Vintage light bulb 3 foot ½” copper pipe (2) ½” copper 90° elbows Wood block Pipe
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Reclaimed wood ladder upcycled into a decorative wall ladder This project is so simple, anyone can do it. All you need is some sandpaper, varnish and… a wood ladder. Ok, so maybe that last part has you cocking your head quizzically at the screen thinking “isn’t the whole point of this article to show me
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