In his collection “Havana”, photographer Michael Eastman dives into the past splendor of Cuba’s capital that seem to be almost forgotten by the world. Endowed with a poetic look, …
This is probably nearer to a diorama than anything else I have done. Its a roombox inspired by the old film Arsenic and Old Lace. I wanted to be able to include, the passageway to "Panama", stairs for Teddy to run up and down blowing his bugle, the oh so necessary windowseat where bodies can be stashed and a suitably old fashioned environment for the two dotty old ladies. I haven't made the characters for this scene yet but it has been the scene for a Edwardian Christmas celebration using some of my other figures.
This guide is a spin on a DIY paper bag floor. Learn how to reuse old book pages to create unique flooring, with this step-by-step Hometalk tutorial.
Skip expensive wallpaper and add interest to your walls with this paint technique.
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Refinishing old hardwood floors was one of the earliest DIY renovations we tackled at the #totsreno Farmhouse. The house is over 100 yrs old and was a mess when we took possession
INSPIRATION PHOTO/PLAN: ACTUAL PLANS: First Floor Second Floor Third Floor ORIGINAL FLOOR SKETCHES:
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I finally updated an old brass ceiling fan in our place! It just needed a little love and paint and wow what a drastic change! You can see more of my crazy crea…
some stuff worked briefly on my 'childhood bedroom' ideas and just wanted to share some items i have so far! a ceiling vent, a stamp popcorn ceiling, a old-fashioned closet and a messy bed. this is…
Looking for cultural things to do in Vienna? Then you are in the right place! Here are 43 Best & Unmissable Things To Do In Vienna
Want to know how you can renovate an old house on a budget to make money? Follow these 8 steps and create equity in your home!
We are underway on a gorgeous home office remodel. The builtins were one of the first projects we tackled in the new house because Rainman’s desk was surrounded by boxes- literally stacked up to the top of the nine foot ceilings. Sorry if that was misleading. They’re not finished. Just waiting on trim, the cap … Continue reading Mashup Monday 3: 17 Inspired Ways To Decorate With Maps In Your Home
Comforters are one item that can help make your house cozy, but they can also make your house crowded when old ones start piling up. Luckily, there are lots of ways you can reuse your comforters and stretch the dollars you spent on them. Here are 11 ways you can repurpose a comforter. Save It...
I showcase 8 distinct looks popular in 1940s interior design. Furniture, colors & decor inside 1940s homes were sunny, patriotic, 'sanitary' & more.
A great list of things to do before starting a home renovation! Tips and tricks to get the smoothest renovation results the first time.
Leaks, wild life, inspections. These are the things I wished I was told to look out for before buying an old house.
In 2018 Rost Architects had the opportunity to work on the restoration of an original Eichler home in Orange County California. Learn the ten things you need to know about the history of Joseph Eichler and his homes.
Towel bath rugs DIY w Ideas, Instructions & Supplies. Make a gorgeous bathroom flooring - area rug. Free shag rug pattern for yr own luxury bathroom mats.
It used to be thought that only high-class houses had survived from the Medieval period. Radiocarbon and tree-ring dating has now revealed that thousands of ordinary Medieval homes are still standing in the English Midlands, many now incorporated into des res village homes. Chris Catling reports on how some peasants lived very well in the Middle Ages. The term ‘peasant’ suggests poverty, ignorance, missing teeth and poor personal hygiene: Baldrick stuff, all threadbare rags, hunched shoulders and a life shared with pigs in a squalid hovel barely adequate to keep out the bitter winter wind. In fact, all that ‘peasant’
Older homes tend to feature a charm and character you just can’t find in new construction homes. But they also offer their share of problems. If you’re considering buying an older home, read on to learn the problems you might encounter, how to solve them, and why it might be worth doing so.
