Caitlin Castelaz
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Formerly Associate General Manager of BobVila.com, Caitlin Castelaz is a maker, mender, and devotee of all things DIY. When she’s away from her desk, she’s often educating children and adults about composting, sustainability, and urban gardening. Connect with Caitlin Castelaz on LinkedIn.
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When it's time to take down the tinsel, lights, ornaments, and garlands, these DIY storage ideas will keep the holidays from taking over your home for the rest of the year.
With some common tools, scrap supplies, and a little know-how, you can transform just about anything into a decorative accent for your holiday tree. Here's proof!
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Hardwood flooring has many benefits: It is beautiful and durable, and more hygienic than carpeting. If there's a downside to hardwood floors, however, it is that installing new flooring c...
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