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Comment on DIY Workshop by eileen quatannena

eileen quatannena — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 01:35:27 +0000

I’ve had some difficulty with a mirror over my fireplace. It’s large and difficult to hang. My lovely neighbor helped me pick it out and I really need to get it hung.. Any suggestions on how to hang it???

Comment on DIY Workshop by Veronica

Veronica — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:38:51 +0000

I want to paint over my large white wooden bedroom furniture with a deep dark brown color. I’m not sure where to start with this. What is the best way to prep/ strip the furniture and then paint it? Do I paint the drawers first?

I will be sure to bring pictures, dimensions and one of the knobs so you can get an idea of what I need!

Comment on DIY Workshop by Lan

Lan — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:02:45 +0000

I have been thinking of pepping up our concrete patio for a while now and wanted to explore staining it (with a safe stain that doesn’t harm my adjacent plants) I’m not sure how much work, what is the best product, how long it will last, and what the process entails…..I would love some suggestions for other solutions different from staining as well. The patio is on the north side of the house so it gets rather moldy over time and we have to power wash it to keep it from getting slippery and slimy….I assume anything we do will have to keep that in mind. thanks!

Comment on DIY Workshop by Mid-Week Must-Read Shopping Snippets

Mid-Week Must-Read Shopping Snippets — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:05:51 +0000

[...] It’s Lighting Sale time at Alexandria’s Red Barn Mercantile; save 20 percent on all special-order and in-stock lights, lamps and shades. Heads up: The store is also hosting a can’t-miss DIY event on April 26 from 7-8:30 p.m. with the Santantonios of the blog Old Town Home, featured in our April issue; if you would like to attend, please RSVP and send your questions now. [...]

Comment on Dream Kitchen Workshop Feb. 21 by Melinda Lynam

Melinda Lynam — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:32:01 +0000

Can’t make this one, please offer it again!

Melinda (owner of Monday’s Child)

Comment on Red Barn Workshop: Picking an Architect by Appearing Locally | architecturebabble

Appearing Locally | architecturebabble — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:38:08 +0000

[...] Read more about it (and sign up to attend!) here. [...]

Comment on Kathy by Jack Soule

Jack Soule — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 07:03:42 +0000

26. She is the best mom a boy could ever ask for. Love her!

Comment on Tatine Question #3 by Wendy

Wendy — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 15:27:00 +0000

My favorite place to commune with nature is California wine country. There’s something intoxicating about seeing and smelling the fruit still on the vine! (No pun intended. )

Comment on Tatine Question Week #2 by Cor

Cor — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:30:59 +0000

Stop in at RR1 on Ashland – one of my favorite shops in Chicago. It’s in an old apothecary, much of which has been kept intact. All kinds of neat gifts, I always find something even for my impossible-to-shop-for sister. Yes, they carry Tatine candles! The letterpress cards are fabulous.

Comment on Tatine Question Week #2 by melissa mc

melissa mc — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:34:18 +0000

Never been there but would love to visit the Tatine studio if possible! lovely products and ty for the chance!