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NEW BOOK: My new book ‘Watercolour Painting Made Simple’ is now for sale at Amazon in hardback, softback and Kindle. Search for ‘Steven Cronin’ or visit my author page at
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LATEST NEWS: I’ve completed my new book ‘Watercolour Painting Made Simple Vol.2’. The print version is available now on Amazon in paperback and hardback. I’m just waiting for the Kindle version to process. I’ll post as soon as it’s ready.

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My dad’s new model is a driftwood hotel holiday resort next to the coast. The boat features shells as its sails. Hope you like it!

Driftwood Hotel Holiday by Ted Cronin
Really Effective Home Improvement Tips And Tricks

You may be curious to know if it’s possible to make home improvements by yourself and save some cash. You are, but you should weight all the options, so that you can make the best possible choices. You’ll find in this article tips that can help you decipher whether a project is a “do it yourself” or one that needs a professional.

If your trailer, house, or apartment is too small to house a dryer and washer separately, think about installing a combination unit instead. Select a tiny washer that can fit between two cupboards. You can use the machine to both wash and dry your clothes.

Try getting rid of bubbles in your vinyl floor. If your old vinyl flooring has a bubble under the surface, slice it open with a sharp utility knife to release trapped air. The bubble will collapse in the short term. After this you need to insert some glue to keep the floor sealed. Get the glue that comes inside a syringe to help you complete this job.

Whenever you paint, it is important that you always protect the floor. The protection will keep wet paint from ruining your carpet and floors. Layer old newspapers for an inexpensive floor covering. Other options include plastic sheeting and paint cloths.

Avoid busy patterns on all recliners, sofas and chairs when you choose furniture for your home. Purchasing items that have distinct patterns such as floral or geometric shapes prevents you from being creative with your other decor. Purchase furniture in solid colors and use accessories to add interest. This way, all items will blend into one great decorating scheme.

You can show a bit of yourself in home improvement. Taking the time to assess your abilities to perform specific aspects of a home improvement project can greatly impact the cost of your home improvement project. There are times, though, when an expert is necessary, and here you’ll find advice on how to know when to call in a professional.

Driftwood arbor final build walk through
Home Improvement: What To Know Before You Begin

You’ve made it! You want to make improvements to your home, correct? There is no better time than right now. You, no doubt, have many questions, and this article will cover them. The following tips can show you how to start improving your home today.

If you are not bound financially, install the real hard wood flooring, rather than the laminate. Although laminate might look real and be easy to clean, you cannot refinish it. This means they’ll have to be completely redone if a new look is desired.

There are a few simple ways to give the appearance of a higher ceiling in your home. You can put in a floor lamp, or even paint some stripes around your walls. This will make an optical illusion that any eyes will follow. Your ceilings will look higher and your rooms will look bigger.

Lampshades with simple designs give no life to the room. Use some basic stencils and paint to give your boring lamp shade something extra. This extra effort on your part will create a touch of individuality and transform your space into a personal reflection.

An over-the-range microwave is a great way to save space in an already cramped kitchen. These microwaves take the place of the range hood. They come in budget ranges and luxury varieties, and some even allow convection-style cooking. Because most units have only a recirculating filter instead of a vent, they’re best suited for cooks who don’t require a strong venting solution.

If you find that you’ve tried just about everything to make a door stop creaking or squeaking, it’s time consider buying a new hinge for the door. Your local hardware store should carry this piece. Follow the instructions to easily attach it to your door and the frame around it. Try aligning the hinge and replacing the pins.

Now, you should be prepared for home improvement projects. If you believed you were ready then, you are certainly ready now! Now it is time to use what you have learned and get started on making the changes to your home that you have dreamed of.

Here is our latest driftwood mobile with mussel shells. A nice mobile wind chime combination. We’ll be making more of these. Look for us on https://www.etsy.com/shop/DreamWeaverGardens

Driftwood Mobile With Mussel Shells
Love Your Lair: You Must Try These Home Improvement Tips!

In today’s economy, many folks are choosing to improve their home rather than buying a new one. Here is some advice and information you may want to consider when you take on your next weekend project or major remodel project. The following techniques will help you make better decisions when it comes to home improvement.

Boring, simple lampshades have no personality. You can spice up your lamp shades by painting them using stencils. Doing this will add personality to your room and take away from your boring lampshades.

Think about adding a microwave above your range if you have limited kitchen counter space. The microwave replaces your existing range hood, and vary largely in price and style. Most of these ovens come equipped with only a circulating filter, so cooks that need strong ventilation should look elsewhere.

Plan out all the changes you want to add to your home before you even start a project. This helps you stay on budget and within the time frame you set for yourself. However, remember should you change any part of your plan, it will increase the cost of your project as well as the completion time of the project. You will also find much happier contractors if you already know exactly what you want prior to construction starting.

If you have tried everything you can to stop your door from squeaky, you may need a new hinge. Your local hardware store will carry what you need. Simply disassemble the hinge and attach each side of it to the door and wall frame. Then, get the hinge parts aligned and put the pins back into place.

Your home is a reflection of your style and personality. Instead of moving to a new home, it has become more popular to renovate and remodel the current home. If you use the advice from the above article, you will be able to remodel your home in no time.