You'll Want A Paint Stir Stick On Hand If Painting Tight Spaces
It can be super tricky to paint corners. While there are two main ways to accomplish this, here's an eco-friendly third that reuses old paint stir sticks.
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Stories By Frances Dean
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Don't Put This Nut In Your Bird Feeder If You Want To Keep Blue Jays Away
Blue jays eat almost anything, and they're very territorial. These garden bullies can scare other birds away, and there's one nut that can really attract them.
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The Trendier Alternative To The Dated Pastel Paint
Pastel paint colors are pretty but they're on the way out. Luckily, there are some on-trend and vivid alternatives to fill your walls with stylish color.
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The Property Brothers Have A Much Handier Alternative To Painter's Tape
Drew and Jonathan Scott shared their advice for painting edges and protecting fixtures without painter's tape, and the solution is probably in your kitchen.
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If You Have A Bird Feeder, You'll Want To Hold Onto Your Pumpkin Seeds This Fall
If you're interested in treating your feathered friends this fall, try sharing your tasty pumpkin seeds with them -- here's how to do it right.
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How To Sharpen Your Dull Shovel
Keeping your tools well-maintained will ensure they are in good condition every time you need them. Here is how to sharpen your dull shovel.
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Is August Too Late To Plant Flowering Annuals?
Have you looked at the calendar in late summer and realized you forgot to plant your annuals? Don't panic. Here's what to know about the yearly bloomers.
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Is It A Mistake To Add Essential Oils To Your Paint? A Pro Says There's A Catch
Essential oils are thought to help quell the overwhelming scent of paint, but one expert says that there are drawbacks to using this method.
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Are You Supposed To Divide Roses In Your Garden?
Sometimes your plants need a new home, and dividing them can give provide a fresh start. But can you do this with roses? Here's what to consider.
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Why The Property Brothers Recommend Freezing Your Paintbrush
Jonathan Scott and Drew Scott from the HGTV reality series, "Property Brothers," recommend freezing your paintbrush. Why? Let's take a look.
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Instead Of Buying A New Pair Of Scissors, An Easy Hack Will Make Your Old Pair Good As New
Sure, an old pair of scissors has a certain rustic charm. But when it comes to scissors, charm won't cut it (literally). Here's how to rejuvenate them.
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HGTV's Emily Henderson Explains Why Too Long Is Better Than Too Short Curtains
Instead of using curtains that are too short, HGTV's Emily Henderson suggests buying curtains that are too long. Here's how to easily shorten them.
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