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The leaf-shaped stepping stones project is the perfect accent piece for an outdoor space. Learn to make leaf-shaped stepping stones at TLC Home.
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DIY outdoor living projects make it easy to create the perfect backyard for your family. Get inspired with these articles and how-to guides -- and start planning your next barbecue.
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10 Things Your Pool Wishes You KnewWhen you think about your pool, you probably see warm summer days, soaking up the sun with your family by your side and your margarita in your hand. But your pool has some news for you: It's not all fun and games. See more »
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How to Keep Your Home Bug-free in the SummerWhat's not to like about summertime? Well, there's that giant bug invasion taking over your home. How do you keep the little buggers away? See more »
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Backyard Renovation: Barbeque and Spa AreaCreating a barbecue and spa area is a great way to renovate your backyard. Learn about creating a barbecue and spa area in your backyard at TLC Home. See more »
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Bamboo Candelabra for a PatioThis bamboo candelabra is the perfect accent piece for an outdoor space. Learn to make a bamboo candelabra at TLC Home. See more »
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Benches for the BackyardBuild benches for the backyard to help create the ultimate outdoor space. Learn to create benches for the backyard at TLC Home. See more »
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Birch Tree MuralThis birch tree mural is the perfect accent piece for an outdoor space. Learn to make a birch tree mural at TLC Home. See more »
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Birdhouse BootThis birdhouse boot is the perfect accent piece for an outdoor space. Learn to make a birdhouse boot at TLC Home. See more »
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Bubbling Fish Garden Fountain-PoolBuild a bubbling fish garden fountain-pool to create the ultimate backyard space. Learn to create a bubbling fish garden fountain-pool at TLC Home. See more »
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Building a Gravel PatioBuilding a gravel patio helps create the ultimate backyard space. Learn about building a gravel patio at TLC Home. See more »
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Charcoal Barbecue PitBuild a charcoal barbecue pit to help create the ultimate backyard space. Learn to create a charcoal barbecue pit at TLC Home. See more »
Organize Your Space
- When you get bills, write the due date on the envelope and stack them in the order they’re owed.
- Remove water spots from vinyl furniture with non-gel toothpaste on a damp cloth.
- To clean dingy piano keys, squeeze toothpaste on a soft toothbrush and gently scrub them white.
- Another household cleaning product no-no is the aerosol oven cleaner.
- Boiling vinegar in the microwave will rid your home of that burned-popcorn smell.
