Thought for Today: "Acknowledging the good that we already have in our life is the foundation for all abundance." ~ Eckhart Tolle

 
 

How to Build a Simple and Inexpensive Breakfast Nook or Banquette

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Okay, call me nostalgic, but I do have a soft spot in my heart for things that harken back to the fifties.  That's probably why, given the opportunity, I'll always choose a restaurant booth over a table.  In her kitchen, my grandmother had what she called a banquette. I can still remember sitting there with a steaming stack of pancakes hot off the griddle in front of me.  This breakfast nook is a bit different than hers in that it's L-shaped.  Nonetheless, if you're thinking about adding a little charm to that special corner in your home, this project could just do the trick.  It's designed to be simple and inexpensive to make.

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Make Your Own Frame for Any Picture

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Here's an easy way to build a picture frame to any size you choose. Your creation can be simple or elaborate, made from a wide variety of woods, and finished to complement any photograph, artwork or poster you want to put inside. Each time you see it hanging in its place of honor, you’ll think to yourself ... I did that. 

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An Easy to Assemble Porch or Deck Railing That Will Never Rot or Need Paint

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A deck or porch railing can be time consuming both in terms of installation and maintenance.  Well, this project reduces one of those issues and eliminates the other.  Meet the composite railing system.   Although it looks convincingly like wood, it’s actually made from a composite material which means it won’t rot and you’ll never need to paint it.  What’s more, it’s a complete system with connectors, caps and other easy-to-put-together components.  Not only is it easy to install – it’s downright fun.

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