The DIY Home

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Our Agricultural Progress-Spring '23

Apr 06, 2023

Written by Beth Williams

I thought it was time to give you an agricultural update on our property in North Georgia. We are learning a ton and with each thing we do, we gain new respect for farmers everywhere. Continue reading

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bedroom, beds, Chics With Tools Workshops, upholstery

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It Started With A Picture

Feb 14, 2023

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Have you ever seen a photo in a magazine and thought, THAT'S WHAT I WANT! Of course you have. But sometimes that "want" is out of reach. Maybe it's too expensive or not the right dimensions, or not available in a fabric or finish you want. Well recently, one of my "Chics With Tools", Cindy, was able to make her magazine photo come to life, using her own two hands. Continue reading

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Century View Lodge, Christmas decor, Easter, fabric, home decor, projects, seasonal decor, wreath

Super Quick Fabric Wreaths

Sep 13, 2022

Written by Beth Williams

Make a seasonal or every day wreath with fabric. There are at least four advantages to this project: It is thin so can fit between a door and storm or screen door. It is lightweight so hanging it will be a breeze.It is inexpensive, using minimal materials. It is fast, only taking about an hour, start to finish.

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chairs, refurbishment, rehab, upholstery, woodworking

Saturday Transformations

Aug 29, 2022

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Saturday, a group of ladies gathered in the Chics With Tools Makery to take care of some of their beloved chairs. Two wanted to do all of their dining chair seats and two needed to give new life to antique pieces, one of which came from a dumpster. LOVE IT! Continue reading

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art, Chics With Tools Workshops, painting

A Gift of Quality Time

Aug 04, 2022

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My friend, Sue, is full of ideas. When her granddaughters come to town she likes to do unique activities with them so she reached out to me to do a Painting Private Event. Continue reading

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DIY, gardening, projects, reclaimed wood, tomato cages, woodworking

Garden Wranglers

Jul 14, 2022

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How are your tomatoes growing? For years we have attempted to raise them but with marginal success and sometimes downright failure. One of the pain points has actually been keeping our plants from overgrowing their cages. Let's face it, those metal things only work to a point. Continue reading

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bedroom, home decor, projects, Teenagers

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Teen Boy's Haven

Mar 23, 2022

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Decorating for a teenage boy can be difficult, especially when he is interested in all sorts of things and you want the design to last for several years. Read on to see what we did and the nine projects that helped make it truly his space. Continue reading

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garage, industrial chic, Organization, woodworking

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Hiding The Chaos

Jan 26, 2022

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Today I am going to tell you our solution to hiding all of the plastic tubs that hold our seasonal bits and bobs. Continue reading

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Blue Ridge, Century View Lodge, furniture, home decor, refurbishment, rehab, storage, trash to treasures, upcycling, woodworking

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Who Doesn't Love an Upcycle?

Jan 19, 2022

Written by Beth Williams

Buying furniture second-hand can give you great quality for a bargain price. But usually you need to invest a little time and sweat equity into making your pieces into something for the modern world. Check out how I did just that in one of our bedrooms at Century View Lodge and get inspired to try it in your own home. Continue reading

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DIY, fabric, home decor, Organization, storage, wedding dress

The Wedding Dress Dilemma

Sep 15, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

What do you do with your old wedding dress? Like many newlyweds, I had mine cleaned and preserved. It is sealed in a box for the day one of my girls may possibly want it. Yes, it probably will have yellowed but I just couldn’t part with it all those years ago. But that created a problem. Continue reading

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The DIY Home

Our Agricultural Progress-Spring '23

It Started With A Picture

Super Quick Fabric Wreaths

Saturday Transformations

A Gift of Quality Time

Garden Wranglers

Teen Boy's Haven

Hiding The Chaos

Who Doesn't Love an Upcycle?

The Wedding Dress Dilemma