The How-To Gal
The How-To Gal
I love creating something fantastic out of something forgotten or misused in the past. Having beautiful things doesn't mean you have to pay a fortune for them. Through creative means and a little elbow grease, I believe anything can be beautified. I will also post helpful hints from time to time. Join me in my journey to transform the ordinary into one-of-a-kind treasures.
Recent Posts
diy, decor, cleaning, how to
How To: Make Brass Shine
By The How-To Gal on Feb 21, 2013
I really, really dislike brass light fixtures, handles, and the like, but I really love fun brass objects. The only problem is that most copper/brass objects I find while thrifting are in pretty poor condition... Continue reading
diy
DIY Beeswax Candles
By The How-To Gal on Dec 19, 2012
Handmade gifts seem to be the trend this year and I decided to follow it. I love the look of the diamond cutouts with the wax, but any glass jar will do. Hit up your... Continue reading
paint, furniture, diy
DIY Side Table Transformation
By The How-To Gal on Nov 21, 2012
Whenever I am considering purchasing a piece to makeover, it has to have some visual interest. I want something that will really pop once it is painted one color. I loved the hexagon shape, the... Continue reading
doors, diy
Easy Update for a Metal Door
By The How-To Gal on Nov 19, 2012
My stainless steel fridge is NOT magnetic. I don't know why...maybe it really isn't stainless steel? Instead, we use the metal door that goes from my kitchen to the garage to display wedding announcements, coupons,... Continue reading
diy
Quick Way to Beautify Your Wood Pieces
By The How-To Gal on Aug 08, 2012
I found these awesome vintage chairs at my local thrift store and was so happy to take them home with me for five bucks each. What I was not so happy about was how the... Continue reading
diy, decor
How I Would DIY: To-Do List Eye Candy
By The How-To Gal on Aug 06, 2012
I encounter images or items daily that make my ever-growing, do-it-yourself, to-do list (that's a mouthful!). Check out my previous lists HERE. Chevron Ceramic Mug via Target How I Would DIY: Buy a ceramic mug... Continue reading
decor, diy
DIY Navajo Rug
By The How-To Gal on Jul 25, 2012
I am loving the Navajo rugs being used in design lately, but hating the $$$ price tag! With all the flatweave rug makeovers I have seen, I decided to give it a try. This rug... Continue reading
lighting, diy
DIY Thrift Store Lamp Makeover
By The How-To Gal on Jul 18, 2012
Lamp makeovers are fabulous for many reasons: You can normally find a pretty amazing lamp begging to be transformed for around five bucks. Redoing a lamp is not quite as time consuming as a piece of... Continue reading
paint, furniture, decor
Two-Tone Yellow Trim Piece with Herringbone Panels
By The How-To Gal on Jul 13, 2012
Walking around my local thrift store, the amazing wood detail on this bureau caught my eye and I was instantly smitten by its gorgeousness. I ran over, snatched it up and was thrilled it fit... Continue reading
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