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10 things you can build with 2x4s

I like finding things you can build with 2x4s, because it’s some of the cheapest lumber around. Sturdy, dependable and at around $3 for an 8 ft piece, it’s a great value for your building budget. Don’t think you can think of things you can build with 2x4s? Think again! From outdoor furniture to amazing organization ideas, this collection of projects will give you tons of ideas on how to put the cheap building supply to work for you!


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More DIY Kitchen Islands!


A small home just screams out for a kitchen island to add workable space. I know mine does! Extra points for wheels and built in storage. Our first post on DIY kitchen islands was so popular, we found some more great tutorials and ideas for you. Whether you only need that extra counter work space at the holidays and for entertaining, or you just need space period, we have one here for you.  If you missed our first post on DIY kitchen islands, be sure to check it out for more a basic tutorial on how to make a kitchen island.
You have to love this Ikea hack kitchen island from ‘Golden Boys and Me’… did this ever add storage space! You could scale this down in size for a smaller kitchen. They used 3 Ikea bookcases, and a butcher block top from Ikea, which I know for a fact are pretty inexpensive. Smart project!

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HOW TO MAKE A BENCH

The refreshed bench is finally in the house.

It’s a long story and it goes like this,

Justin called and said he was coming home for the weekend.  He loves to work on projects with us.  He wanted to know if we had something in the works.


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How To Hard Boil Eggs Perfectly Every Time!


Do you know how to hard boil eggs? It’s not hard to do, but sometimes you end up with a green tinge around the edges of the yolk, or the yolk gets dry instead of creamy. So today I’m going to show you how to hard boil eggs perfectly. You’ll end up with delicious hard boiled eggs with creamy, yellow yolks every time! 

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Spray painted faux Easter egg

Hi everyone!
I’m Jane and I’m happy to be guest posting for Debbie today.
About two years ago, my husband and I started a little blog called Cottage at the Crossroads. I met Debbie through her Newbie Party, and it’s such an honor that she’s letting me guest post on her blog while she’s on her fantastic trip to Ireland. I’m the one dancing a little jig today! And, of course, in Debbie’s honor, I could not do a guest post today without doing something that involved

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