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Lamp-Painting Sock Trick

June 5, 2012 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Today’s quick tip is one that has saved me a ton of hassle in my past lamp-painting projects. Anyone who has ever tried to tape off lamp bulb sockets and cords to prep for spray painting will probably attest that doing so is a royal pain in the neck! My solution: use a sock to…

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Filed Under: DIY Tagged With: Lamps, Painting, Quick Tips

Adding Ruffled Sleeves to Plain-Jane Tees

October 10, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

The little trick I have to share with y’all this evening is another use for the jelly roll I used on my Ruffled Autumn Leaf Tee. It is such a terrific feeling to use the same supplies in a variety of ways! If you are wanting to add a ruffled accent to a sleeve, though,…

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Filed Under: Sewing, Tutorials Tagged With: Autumn, Clothing, Quick Tips, Upcycling

Soothing summer skin refresher

July 15, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Soaking up the summer rays is good for the soul, but even with the amount of sunscreen you should be wearing each time you venture out, your skin might very well need a bit of rejuvenation after being exposed to so many rays. I have been trying to build up my arsenal of all-natural body-care…

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Filed Under: Positively Recipes Tagged With: Living green, Quick Tips

Reader Q&A

June 30, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

As a blogger, I have come to truly treasure your feedback. I covet all of the lovely comments you leave, and I love to take time to pore over each and every one. I also love the opportunity to respond to the questions you have regarding my posts and projects. Stef posted this question yesterday…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Q and A, Quick Tips, Reader Questions

DIY Pillow Forms

June 29, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Two things you might not already know about me: #1) I like to save money, but I like to do it in style.#2) When I don’t feel like hauling my crew over the river and through the woods for close to a half hour each way, my only option for craft supplies is Super Wal-mart.It…

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Filed Under: DIY Home Decor Projects, Easy Sewing Projects, Positively Home & Garden, Sewing, Sewing for the Home, Tutorials Tagged With: Naptime Projects, Outdoor decor, Quick Tips, Upcycling

Terrific ideas from you!

June 19, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

I am a collector of ideas. Are you like that? I have about a gazillion different lists of must-try projects and tips that I am constantly adding to, and I have to say that my amazing Positively Splendid readers are quickly becoming my go-to source of inspiration for adding to my arsenal of ideas! I…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Living green, Quick Tips, Reader Ideas

Make your own mosquito repellent spray

June 17, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

I so enjoy the comments y’all leave on my projects and posts. I read each and every one of them, and I try hard to respond to them all. Things recently have been far more hectic than usual, so if I have neglected to thank you for a comment you have left in the last…

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Filed Under: DIY, Helpful Tips, Outdoor and Garden, Positively Home & Garden, Positively Recipes, Positively Seasons, Spring, Summer Tagged With: Bug repellent spray, Living green, Quick Tips

A simple and green fix for clogged drains

April 7, 2010 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

My mom. I just cannot say enough how often this woman amazes me with the breadth of her knowledge pertaining to just about anything under the sun. I am so thankful for her, for so many reasons! The drains in our bathrooms have been painfully sloooooow for far longer than I care to admit, but with…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Living green, Quick Tips

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