Jenn Greenleaf | March 3, 2010
Weekend warriors and DIY experts alike can tackle building a child’s playhouse. There are a wide variety of sizes, styles, and floor plans to choose from ranging from novice builder to expert craftsman.
Here are some links to lead you:
How to Build a Child’s Playhouse
Popular Playhouse Plans
Playhouse Plans: Build a Child’s Playhouse
Children’s Playhouses
As you [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 24, 2010
Let’s face it; being more self-sufficient should be touching most of our lives by now. However, taking this step is difficult for many. There are a number of ways to be more self-sufficient in our homes, and in an economy that’s struggling as ours is, it could help to explore and implement some or all [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 23, 2010
For those who are living in winter weather states, cabin fever is likely creeping up. Our home is no exception. We’ve been making plans and researching how to build a playhouse as soon as the winter weather ceases.
Here’s what we’re reading:
Ron Hazelton: How to Build a Child’s Playhouse
DIY Network: How to Build a Deluxe Playhouse
Free [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | February 8, 2010
For those of you who haven’t heard of Home Depot’s home improvement and other DIY workshops, you’re missing out on some informative and hands-on learning experiences.
Not only are these workshops beneficial for novice DIY’ers, but they’re also great for homeschoolers looking for field trip opportunities, or curriculum extensions.
Here’s what you can expect to find [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | January 12, 2010
Choosing wood glue seems like a no-brainer, right? There are those who struggle with this, though, and there’s nothing wrong with that. Am I getting wood glue that’s strong enough? Will it crack over time? Do all wood glues have the same amount of drying time? Questions like these are common for those new to [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | January 10, 2010
It isn’t uncommon for individuals to believe home improvements during the winter are impossible. This is not the case, though. Choose indoor improvements:
Improve your home’s energy efficiency
Refinish the basement to expand living spaces and add storage
Paint, tile, or work on other wall treatments
Repair or replace flooring
Add or replace light fixtures
Replace cabinet doors and drawer fronts
Replace [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | September 4, 2009
For some, there is a long holiday weekend (Labor Day) on the horizon and what better time to complete some much needed home improvement projects! Here are some home improvement project ideas that can be completed in one weekend:
Painting a room or two, or completing touch up paint projects throughout the home.
Repairing or replacing broken [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | September 2, 2009
Sometimes reading instructions about how to do a DIY home improvement just is not enough for some people. In this case, there are web based DIY home improvement videos available, as well as DVD’s. Here are some examples:
About.com: How-to and DIY Videos
Ultimate Handyman Videos
Advice Videos on Painting and Decorating
DIY and Home Improvement Videos
How to and [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | August 6, 2009
If you are a home improvement novice, you needn’t worry about all the projects you’re faced with from season to season (week to week, day to day, or however often home improvement projects pop up). There are solutions, and some of which are as simple as dialing your phone and hiring a contractor. However, there [...]
Jenn Greenleaf | August 5, 2009
For many homeowners, when pests become a problem, their first instinct it to call an exterminator. However, there are a lot of ways homeowners can solve these pest issues without calling in for help. Here are some tips:
To cut down on mosquitoes (yes, they will come into your home and drive you crazy), clean birdbaths [...]
