Cardboard Box Decals

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Making of Darth

You’ve arrived here because part of you (or all of you) is interested on how to DIY your own Darth Vader costume. Guess what? It is entirely possible. I had a choice between purchasing a ready-made costume or just hacking my way through a Build-to-Made project. The latter just seemed more appealing. The thought here … Read more

A lightweight, portable baggo board set

TOUCHDOWN! Prior to the Super Bowl, we challenged ourselves to build a lightweight, portable baggo board set made from lumber scraps and extra hardware found in the garage. And guess what? We made it happen: bold and bright, full of life ready to begin a new Sunday ritual in our pergola. (Is it baggo board? … Read more

Choosing the right light bulb

Back in the day (which wasn’t that long ago), choosing the right light bulb for most homeowners meant choosing the right wattage for your space: 40, 60, 75, or 100. The common thinking: the greater the wattage, the brighter the room (based on max watts for the fixture). Thomas Edison might be delighted (and perhaps … Read more

Winterize your home before a big freeze

Owning a home is an exciting milestone. And if you’re like us, the responsibility of owning can seem daunting, especially as a first-time homeowner about to face a major freeze. But don’t worry, we have you covered. A few simple preventative solutions can potentially save you thousands of dollars. Cover the ‘darn’ pipes You’ve probably … Read more

3 reasons to upgrade your office chair today

If you’re like us, moving into a new home with very little furniture, you probably borrowed a chair for your work-from-home office table. And after sitting for a few hours (6+) staring at your spreadsheet, trying to remember how to create a pivot table before your next video conference call, the aches and pains start … Read more

Install holiday lights like a pro

The day after Thanksgiving arrives with many fond memories of unraveling those miniature Christmas lights and hanging them over our garage, driveway, and trees. And of course, hiding that extra slack behind a bush or in the gutter that would remain lit through Christmas (hehe). However, there’s no real secret to hanging lights like a … Read more

Learn pergola basics

The first step in building a pergola: marking the territory with 2 tape measures, string, and yard stakes. Ultimately 4 posts will need to be aligned (or rather squared up). In other words, each post shall be positioned near 90 degrees perpendicular to the surface. The 3-4-5 method is a low-tech way to mark dimensions. … Read more

Learn fertilizer basics

Our previous post shared a few lawn tips for a healthy lawn. This next chapter introduces a variety of basic fertilizers to promote good soil and/or plant growth, especially for lawn care. Many homes are built on lots where the land is cleared and leveled with sand. Sadly, only a thin layer of soil accompanies … Read more

Tips for a healthy lawn

It’s that time of year where your lawn is a healthy winner or suffering a dreadful summer. Lawn care starts with discipline, introducing the right nutrients at the right time. Whether you have St Augustine or Bermuda, here are a few tips for Southern Lawns (framework can also be helpful for other lawns). Tip #1 … Read more