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Scared to paint? Here’s a pep talk!

The Frugal Girl

When I posted my last painting project : …some of you had questions/comments that I wanted to answer in a post so that all of you could see the answers. I’m always inspired by your work! But I also want to encourage all of you by saying that no one ever taught me how to paint furniture. A simple paint job is a good start.

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How to Save Money on House Painting Without Sacrificing Quality

Koupon Karen

House painting is a transformative and essential aspect of home improvement that can breathe new life into any space. Whether you’re looking to refresh the exterior or revitalize the interior, a fresh coat of paint has the power to enhance the aesthetics and value of your home.

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A Lego bookshelf for Zoe

The Frugal Girl

A nice thing about using the same paint over and over is that this shelf is exactly the same shade of white as Zoe’s bed, which I painted several years ago when I took apart Sonia and Zoe’s bunkbeds. Because it was toooo cold to paint outside (paint prefers more temperate temperatures. ? )

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The Trials and Tribulations of Working at Height

Koupon Karen

You understand the processes required, and the order in which certain jobs have to be done, and can work your way through to the end of the project with minimal anxiety. There are several ways to access height, and the type you use will depend on the heights involved, and the type of work that is being done.

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Want to save money? Let go of the need for matching

The Frugal Girl

I didn’t snag just any old furniture that came my way, but when I saw something that would work with the wood tones of my free bed and dresser, I picked those up. If you DO want random things to match, paint them! But since it’s all painted with the same two paint colors, it kinda looks like it goes together.

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Thankful Thursday | week 1 is almost done

The Frugal Girl

Unfortunately, school and work are interfering mightily with our efforts to watch the last two episodes and we might have to wait until next Monday. My only housemate is Zoe, and she’s busy with work/school/friends, so it’s no big deal. I can make this work even though it’s not what I really wanted.

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Trail of Painted Ponies Product Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

“With its creative pairing of art and Sculpture, every Painted Pony is a miniature work of art.” ” Perfect for any horse enthusiast, particularly younger girls who love horses, these figurines are designed to be miniature works of art by combining detail with vibrant colors. All opinions remain our own.

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