DIY Projects

DIY Projects

This is where we show you some of the diy projects we have done and provide you with some photos and instructions to enable you to do the same.  Our goal is to inspire the DIYers to tackle the projects they have been postponing.

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Projects and tips using free items from Craigslist

In this tutorial, you will find out the many free items on Craigslist and tips on how to select them.  I also show you the projects I have made out of my free craigslist finds.

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DIY chandelier

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Crystal Chandelier

In this tutorial you will find out how to make your own crystal chandelier using a lampshade.  The tutorial uses a square lampshade but the same steps can be used for any lampshade that is designed to use a harp.

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 Sunburst Mirror from Pleated lamp shade

This tutorial is so easy and costs less than $10.  A pleated lampshade has already done more than half of the job for you when you use it to make your sunburst mirror.

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How to Customize and or Fix a Paper shade

Another great tutorial which provides a solution to any paper lamp shade you may want to customize and or fix.

Wall before sconce

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Drapery Rod Wired Wall Sconce

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Drapery Rod Wired Wall Sconce

In this tutorial, you will learn how to wire the wall lamp/ sconce Isabelle La Rue teaches on engineeryourspace.com through a drapery rod.  Similar items cost over $300.

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Mirror Mosaic Counter Top    Mirror mosaic counter tops, how lovely and easy to make.  They are very cost effective when you pick up some free mirrors from craigslist.