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To start, she put down a medium-gray base coat. Then she mixed equal parts rust-color satin latex with clear glaze, which lightens the color. Leess wrung out a wet natural sea sponge, dipped it in the colored glaze mixture, squeezed out the excess, and patted this way and that. When the pattern was dry, she patted on a mix of clear glaze and dark gray, making sure the base and rust colors peeked through....

Note: Do not wash a foam pillow in the washing machine; skip down to “Foam” for cleaning instructions. Double Check the Label Before you begin the laundering process, make sure to read the care labels on your soiled items. This will tell you what materials the cushion is made with, which informs you how to wash your pillow, along with other potentially important info. If the label has been removed, default to the “gentle” cycle on the machine with warm water, and later add on an extra cold water rinse and spin cycle....

Cambria Cheeseboards (shown at top) are available in about 140 designs. These measure about 11x14". You’ll find solid and monochromatic options, of course. But here are a few of our favorite designs: Lazy Susans about $175; Cambria Cheeseboards about $120; Cambria BONUS! TOH readers can save 20% on Cambria purchases by entering TOH20 at checkout. MORE: See more picks for Best Hostess Gifts See the full 2018 Gift Guide What’s on YOUR wish list?...

Sam: Thank you for having me. Jenn: Sam is the builder maker behind DIY Huntress. You can find her on her website and on Instagram and Facebook. Can you tell us a little more about DIY Huntress? Sam: DIY Huntress is obviously a DIY website. I specialize in woodworking projects that are affordable and that are easy to do for beginners and intermediate woodworkers. I also give some home improvement tips....

We are planning to launch even more episodes from the vault in the weeks ahead, and hope to add New Yankee Workshop to the app by the end of 2020. Enjoy the episodes and stay tuned for more!

Your solution? An outdoor kitchen! These structures can help you slow down and spend more time with family and friends by putting all the ingredients for outdoor dining close at hand. Types of Outdoor Kitchens Outdoor kitchens can be as simple as a storage cabinet for cooking gear or as ambitious as a full kitchen with grill, refrigerator, sink and eating area. Either way, your yard will gain an outside “room” that’s a natural gathering spot....

Install a Ceiling Fan Ceiling fans act like a lullaby, whispering white noise while creating a gentle breeze to keep your body cool. And, since they’re cheaper to operate than an air conditioner, you won’t lie awake fretting over your electric bills. Allergy sufferers should look for a model whose blades are coated with nanoparticles to prevent dust buildup, such as those from The Hunter Fan Company. Get step-by-step instructions at How to Install a Ceiling Fan....

In this episode: Kevin O’Connor finds Jenn Nawada and her landscape crew in the homeowners’ current yard about 30 minutes away from the project. They want to bring several maturing trees to their new house. Jenn’s crew transplants the trees to their new location outside of the Seaside Victorian Cottage. In the kitchen, Tom Silva works with master carpenter Riley Partridge to install a unique range hood. Back outside, the sod has arrived from a local farm in Rhode Island....

We canvassed some of our favorite pros to see how they overcame problem areas at their own places without breaking the bank. The resulting projects aren’t just handsome, they’re also doable for the average DIYer. “I’m not a handy person, so I had to start from scratch ­figuring out materials, watching YouTubes, and asking for advice at The Home Depot,” says designer Max Humphrey, who gave a blah ranch interior his signature cabin-chic style....

Here are good reasons for considering solar and alternative energy: Cut your electric bill. Let the sun, earth, or wind help with the bills. Most alternative energy systems supplement the fossil fuels your house uses. Less purchased fuel means more money in your pocket. Help to save the environment. Using more renewable energy means using less electricity generated by burning fossil fuels, which emit harmful greenhouse gases. Improve your home’s resiliency during power outages....

Ways to Prep Your Home for Spring Make a clean start at the front entry Muddy footprints, salt stains, grime from who knows where: That’s winter’s legacy to your front entry. To clean this area, remove the furniture and mats, then sweep away cobwebs and dirt. Dip a soft-bristled brush into a solution of oxygen bleach—1/2 cup of powder per gallon of warm water; scrub the walls, window frames, door, and floor....

From pest control to deck maintenance, follow these simple tips to keep your home and its yard up to par this summer. Summer Maintenance Checklist for Your Home Lubricate and clean metal storms Whenever you clean aluminum storm windows, give their metal frames extra attention—especially if they’re old and oxidized—to ensure they slide freely. Remove the storms, and vacuum the tracks and around the sill. Then lightly coat the tracks and spring-loaded locking tabs with a silicone lubricant spray such as B’laster (blasterproducts....

Top 5 Beach Chairs Best For Drinks: Coleman Camping Chair Most Portable: Tommy Bahama Beach Chair Best Pack: Nice C Folding Chairs Best for Lounging: Esright Chaise Lounge Chair Best for Shade: Kelsyus Original Canopy Chair Best For Drinks: Coleman Camping Chair Pros and Cons ✔ Is made of a durable steel frame ✔ Holds up to 325 pounds✔ Offered in multiple color options ✘ Users can’t recline in the chair✘ The chair doesn’t include a stable surface to use as a small table...

Top 5 Chicken Coops Best Features: OverEZ Large Chicken Coop Best Metal Coop: Polar Aurora Large Metal Chicken Coop Best For Small Yards: Petsfit Weatherproof Outdoor Chicken Coop Best Play Area: Aivituvin Walk-In Chicken Coop Most Portable: Best Choice Products Mobile Fir Wood Chicken Coop Best Features: OverEZ Large Chicken Coop Pros and Cons ✔ Includes two screened windows and two vents to allow for air circulation✔ Built by Amish-trained craftsmen✔ Made with non-toxic, eco-friendly paint ✘ Has the most expensive price tag in this review✘ Arrived damaged for some customers...