How about a heated dog house DIY? I know, it’s early to talk about the Winter, but it will be here before we know it. We saw this idea for a heated dog house and wanted to share. For many, the idea of keeping your dog outside in it’s dog house in the coldest part of […]
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DIY Entryway Upgrade!
We came across this stunning DIY project for an entryway upgrade and thought we’d share it with all of you. The steps are not as detailed as most of us would like, but at least you get the jist. If you’d like to see the projects step by step directions click here If you take […]
Canning crushed tomatoes is twice the fun!
Are you a fan of crushed tomatoes? Well we sure are, and if you’re canning tomatoes this year we thought you might like two different recipes your family is sure to like. One is a Mexican style, perfect for all those yummy recipes that require a little bit of spice and the other is […]
diy bookcase project you can do in a couple of days
HERE’S A WEEKEND DIY PROJECT FOR YOU We love DIY projects. We came across this and thought it might be suited for a quick surprise gift for that someone special or an easy upgrade to turn a ho-hum space into something special. This one seems pretty easy and looks like you could really make this […]
How to Build a Shipping Container Cabin
Shipping containers are being used all over the world as an alternative way to build a structure, in this case a home. Could you live in a shipping container if it turned out like this one? Take a look at this comprehensive 17 step process and let us know. Disclaimer: I am not a professional […]
20 Unusual Furniture Hacks
What do they call it when you take something and use it in a different way? Some call it a “Hack”. Here at LPC we love a good repurpose project or “upcycle” idea. Whatever you choose to call it, here are some really “out of the box” ideas. This frig/cooler might be kind of oversized, […]
DIY: EZ Mini-Planter
Today’s DIY is one of those “why didn’t I think of that?” things. It’s so easy that it doesn’t need any words to instruct you on how to build it…plus it was originally published in Russian (I think) and I had to use Google Translate to make sure it was a legit site. Check it […]
DIY: Rain Barrels
Today’s DIY comes to us from Christine Hennessey at “The New Me’s” blog. I particularly like the spigot that they were able to attach to the barrel to access the water easily. I’ve also heard of self-tapping spigots for closed-head drums like the ones I use for my drinking water storage. Still gotta find those! […]
Inspirational DIY: Modern Covered Wagon (plans to come)
We’ve got some inspiration for ya! Today’s DIY doesn’t exactly have the plans ready yet, but they are working on it. The moment they are released, we will have them available here. When I found this wagon of awesome-ness, I knew we had to share it. So many of us who are DIYers thrive off […]
DIY: Homemade Seed Planter
Today’s DIY Seed Planter is sure to make Jethro Tull proud! It is made entirely from PVC & some metal components you can pick up at your local hardware store and is: expect[ed to] work for medium to large-sized seeds like beans, corn, peas, pumpkins, squash, and, most importantly…sunflowers. A seemingly simply invention, seed drills […]