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DIY Pet Coat Pattern

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Everybody who cares about their pet or pets would be willing to provide them with plenty of food, entertainment and … clothing! Yes, clothed pets have become a common sight on the streets, as more owners are protecting their little friends from the cold weather. But some items might be expensive at the pet shop and that’s the reason we offer you this nifty tutorial on how to make a DIY pet coat from a shirt you have at home. Continue reading “DIY Pet Coat Pattern” »

Beehive Crochet Baby Dress And Hat (FREE Pattern)

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Wouldn’t you prefer a simple outfit for your kid that you can literally make yourself instead of the glamorous and rather kitschy clothes available in the shops? The DIY crochet project we suggest is a perfect example of why the handmade alternative is becoming so popular: it looks great! The Beehive Baby dress and hat will turn your little girl into a princess in the making. The dress Continue reading “Beehive Crochet Baby Dress And Hat (FREE Pattern)” »

DIY Project: How To Make Roses Using Toilet Tubes

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Toilet paper tubes are not as useless as they may seem once you’ve used all the paper covering them. As you know, any kind of material can be recycled and this is true for these tubes too. With a bit of guidance and cool tips, you can create small decorative roses out of toilet paper cores. You will need: toilet paper tubes, a pair of scissors, a pencil, hot glue gun. Start by cutting the tubes so you will get flat pieces of cardboard. Use a pattern to help you trace the outline of the flower and create several sets. Make Continue reading “DIY Project: How To Make Roses Using Toilet Tubes” »

Homemade Ram Pump: Perfect For Remote Areas Where Electricity Or Fuel Is Limited Or Unavailable

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Having a creek nearby your home could be a blessing for all of the utilities and water needs you may encounter. But using the creek to its maximum potential could be tricky if you’re not optimally prepared. Pumping water uphill could be an issue hard to deal with, but not impossible! The DIY community has an answer to the problem in the form of a homemade ram pump. For this project to be successful it will be required that you have a basic grasp of technical jargon, tools and procedures. Watch the video Continue reading “Homemade Ram Pump: Perfect For Remote Areas Where Electricity Or Fuel Is Limited Or Unavailable” »

A Smart Way To Transform A Room Into An Office-Bedroom

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Not everyone has enough space in their home to create a guest room, but this doesn’t mean you should give up on this idea. Take example from this very creative person, who transformed his office into a guest room by building a trundle bed. The cool thing is that the room he managed to create is a combination of a guest room and an office, so he still has both rooms, but uses them alternately. Continue reading “A Smart Way To Transform A Room Into An Office-Bedroom” »

Amazing Tiny School Bus Cottage

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You would be surprise to find out how many objects can be turned into a living space or even a house. You already know about grain silos, but did you ever think about a school bus as your next home? Jeremy and Mira Thompson took this bold step and turned a school bus into a tiny house. They did such an amazing work and their new home looks very cozy and welcoming, not to mention awesome-looking from the outside. Continue reading “Amazing Tiny School Bus Cottage” »

Laser-Engraved Rolling Pins

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Having tasty desserts is not an easy task. But the effort into finding new and exciting recipes will be rewarded in appraisals from the guests at your table. The same can be said for the aesthetic aspect of the food you prepare. Special care to this element of food making is important because before anyone can taste how delicious your desserts are, they have to be attracted visually by them. Continue reading “Laser-Engraved Rolling Pins” »

Two Tiny Earth House Domes Built for Less Than $7500

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Tiny dome homes are a great alternative for a cheap and small house. Phil McCabe with the help of his partner, managed to create two small earth dome houses for $7,5k, each of 107 square feet. The two are part of Solscape Eco Retreat, a community which follows and eco way of life and promotes an eco-friendly designs. The homes were created with the use of earth bag construction. Continue reading “Two Tiny Earth House Domes Built for Less Than $7500” »

How to Make a Swedish Log Candle

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Looking for an exciting outdoor party facility? Or a way to entertain your guests and still provide with the appropriate food offer? The next DIY trick we’re about to show you will prove there is a method of having a camp fire, both easy to ignite (and control) as well as lasting a long time. Behold the Swedish Log Candle, a perfect answer to the question above and more!

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