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Written by Beth Williams

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Two Beds Make One

Jun 03, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

Last summer when we purchased Century View Lodge we had to furnish it top to bottom. To make the house commodious to all sorts of groups, we decided that king-size beds should serve double duty as XL twins. Continue reading

Written by Beth Williams

Scrap Wood Trim Picture Frames

May 17, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

This particular scrap frame project uses plywood, old fencing, and lots of random trim pieces, some old, some new, some with paint, others natural or stained. Each one is different and full of texture. Continue reading

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DIY, Framing, home decor, oversized games, painting, reclaimed wood, woodworking

Tic-Tac-Toe Wall Art

May 11, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

I have an affinity for giant games, like oversized Jenga, chess, etc. We purchased an oversized Connect Four game for Century View Lodge but I wanted to build something myself that fit within that realm. I decided that a huge Tic-Tac-Toe board that could hang on a wall fit the bill. Continue reading

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A Cedar Outdoor Storage Coffee Table

May 04, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

Have you ever had a time when just part of something was damaged or ruined but the rest was fine? That’s the reason why the concept of “Trash to Treasure” even exists. Continue reading

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Don't Scrap Those Chairs!

Apr 27, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

If you want to learn to tackle a chair refurbishment job that you didn't think could be done then keep reading. Continue reading

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A Spring Wreath From Pinecones?

Apr 05, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

I went to my friend, Jackie's, house last summer and saw a very clever wreath on her door. It was bright and colorful and made of pinecones! I decided then that it had Chics With Tools Workshop potential. Continue reading

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DIY, Easter, home decor, painting, seasonal decor, woodworking

A Bunny And His Eggs

Mar 04, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

Learn how to make this wooden Easter Bunny and eggs. It is a quick and inexpensive project that has a really high "cute factor". Continue reading

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Easter Egg "Topiaries"

Mar 02, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

I found some super cute but pretty pricey springtime topiaries in a catalogue. I wasn't willing to reproduce them exactly but I did want to use the scale, designs, and colors to make a much more budget and DIY-friendly version. Continue reading

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Reclaimed Pallet Wood Centerpiece

Feb 22, 2021

Written by Beth Williams

The very first project I taught through Chics With Tools was a centerpiece made from pallet wood and test tubes. That was 2 1/2 years ago. I love mine and use it all the time like today, for instance. After a week, my Valentine roses were looking a bit sad so I trimmed off the leaves, the bottom of the stems, and removed some of the browning petals. That made them perfect for this centerpiece.

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DIY, home decor, sewing, throw pillows

No-Zipper, Removable Cover Throw Pillows

Feb 15, 2021

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No-Zipper, Removable Cover Throw Pillows

Do your throw pillows need a refresh? Have those cushions on your front porch faded so much that you can’t see the pattern anymore. Don’t chuck them, just slipcover them. Have you ever had a pillow sham on your bed? Most of them just overlap in the back. That is what I am going to show you. No zipper! It is so simple that you could make one in 15-20 minutes. Continue reading

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The DIY Home

Two Beds Make One

Scrap Wood Trim Picture Frames

Tic-Tac-Toe Wall Art

A Cedar Outdoor Storage Coffee Table

Don't Scrap Those Chairs!

A Spring Wreath From Pinecones?

A Bunny And His Eggs

Easter Egg "Topiaries"

Reclaimed Pallet Wood Centerpiece

No-Zipper, Removable Cover Throw Pillows