You want to have the chicken wire ready to use when it’s time to pour the concrete into the molds. Step 3 – Mix the concrete I used a 5 gallon bucket, but if I did it again I would likely use a wheelbarrow to mix the concrete in. Mixing the concrete in the 5 gallon bucket w...
Yes, you can make your own concrete mix by combining Portland cement, sand, and water. The general ratio is 1 part Portland cement to 2 parts sand, with enough water to achieve a thick, but workable, consistency. However, for most small projects, pre-mixed concrete can save time and pro...
Mix the Concrete: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to mix your concrete. Aim for a consistency that is pourable but not too runny. Pour the Concrete: Pour the concrete into the mold, spreading it evenly. Shake or tap the mold to remove air bubbles, ensuring a smooth surface. Insert...
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 13 Buzz Lightyear Costume Fun at Home With Kids You'll need to pull out your crafty-skills for this one, so get ready! It's all worth it, though, because after it's done, you'll want to recite this famous line over and over: "To infinity......
Hopefully, you are leaving here inspired. Having a killer man cave doesn’t have to cost a fortune; cheap man cave ideas look great they just require some creativity and a mix of some “upcycling” with some other budget items that really make a statement. ...
Decide on the form of the ornament you want to make: select the bauble (finial), ball, or the drop ornament. All are onpage 10in the PDF file. Decide on the size, but you can also mix and match sizes for different layers.
Step 4: Mix & Pour the Concrete Preparing for the Mix I used one 10 lb batch of face coat (actually was too much), and a 30 lb batch of backer coat, but it was way more than needed, so I also used the leftover to make this cool bowl. :) ...
Then the ready leaf is glued to a string. The berries can be faux or paper cuts glued onto the leaves. via BHG 55. Vibrant Wooden Bead String This is another idea for a bead garland that will make Christmas more cheerful and colorful. The pattern can vary in color sequence and size....
A few of our more popular DIY fairy garden ideas include the “how-to” tutorial in a half-wine barrel below (scroll down for the complete step-by-step tutorial), ourwinter wonderland, easy tabletopbeach-themed ideas, and even a fairy garden in atree stump. However, there are several ot...
Now you’re ready to cut the fabric for the back of the DIY duvet cover. Before you start, cut off the selvage edge of the fabric or the hem on the flat sheet. If you’re using a flat sheet, you’ll just have one piece that you need to cut using the length and width you calc...