1) If you have added a HOOK to your pinata in the step above, now is the time to FILL your pinata. If you haven’t and are using the old ‘pencil/chop stick’ and string method, you can wait until later… Use some masking tape to cover the bottom of your hole. You need to u...
Remove all of the hinges, hardware, doors, screws and drawers from your cabinets. Use masking tape to label each door with a number and its corresponding location as you remove them so you'll remember which one goes where. Do not mix them up or the hinges may not line up properly when...
A circle is the shape of everything from atoms to stars, enduring the test of time. Skilled quilt artist Heidi Parkes incorporates many hand-sewn fabric circles into her quilts. In this class, she imparts her expertise in appliquéing circles of varying
Step 5:To hang a heavier picture on a masonry wall, you’ll need to insert a wall plug and screw. Mark the length of the wall plug on your masonry drill bit using masking tape. Drill a hole at the fixing point, to the marked depth. Insert the wall plug, ensuring it does not stic...
But of course you could just write on pieces of masking tape or use a label maker to accomplish the same thing. The Finished DIY Magnetic Spice Rack I can fit all of my jars easily on one sheet of galvanized metal, with room to expand! I now have a clear countertop…it looks so muc...
There are two easy ways to dye eggs with botanical-based dyes. One is a hot method, which delivers the deepest colors; the other is cold. You might try each, or use them in combination. WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO GET STARTED Mordant: Alum, cream of tartar, or white vinegar will help the...
Secure all the masking tape – try to give extra hold to the deck. Yes it is fiddly, but if you can get a few layers of paper “under the deck” propping it up, then that will give it extra strength. I like to layer my paper in different directions – you know how when you ...
Since I am not a fan of spring rollers (they never seem to work properly), I like to use clutch roller blinds. Which are the ones that have a chain on one side that you pull to roll the shade open and closed. They’re even great for some unconventional uses. Like when I redecorat...
After the cookies have cooled thoroughly, decorate them and assemble the cardboard box base. This doesn’t have to done in one step, but may be accomplished during two or three days. Frost the house with your favorite buttercream frosting or use a packaged mix. Use a decorating cone or ...
When painting tiles, it is really important to prepare the surface and use the right paint for the job. And before you ask, no, you can’t paint your tiles with emulsion that you’d use for your walls! 1. Clean & Sand Like most painting jobs, preparation is key for this project, ...