$15 Decorator

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Difficulty: Easy

 

Supplies:
 • 6 12x24 tiles
 • Joint compound
 • Construction adhesive
 • Painters tape
 • Gloves
 • Spatula
 • Sanding block

Instructions:
 • Step one- apply a generous amount of construction adhesive to sandwich two tiles together to create three double-sided tile sandwiches. make sure edges of tiles are lined up.
 • Step two- clamp together and let dry for 24 hours
 • Step three- glue two of the sandwiches into a V using your tape to secure them as they dry.
 • Step four- let dry
 • Step five- use joint compound on the seams of all the tiles.
 • Step six- apply a thick layer with the spatula so you don’t see the seams.
 • Step seven- clean up the edges before it dries.
 • Step 8- let dry
 • Step 9- sand it with a sanding block
 • Step 10- apply the top tile with con
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DIY Marble End Table
Difficulty: Easy Supplies: • 6 12x24 tiles • Joint compound • Construction adhesive • Painters tape • Gloves • Spatula • Sanding block Instructions: • Step one- apply a generous amount of construction adhesive to sandwich two tiles together to create three double-sided tile sandwiches. make sure edges of tiles are lined up. • Step two- clamp together and let dry for 24 hours • Step three- glue two of the sandwiches into a V using your tape to secure them as they dry. • Step four- let dry • Step five- use joint compound on the seams of all the tiles. • Step six- apply a thick layer with the spatula so you don’t see the seams. • Step seven- clean up the edges before it dries. • Step 8- let dry • Step 9- sand it with a sanding block • Step 10- apply the top tile with con
Tastemade
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Difficulty: Easy

 

Supplies:
 • 2 Candlesticks
 • 2 Sheets of 12" x12" Card Stock
 • Masking Tape
 • Flour
 • Newspaper
 • Creamy White Paint

Instructions:
 • First, cut leaves out of cardstock.
 • Next, attach the leaves to the candlestick with masking tape.
 • Mix paper mache mix: 2 parts water 1 part flour.
 • Cut strips of newspaper.
 • Dip newspaper in the paste.
 • Cover the candlestick and leaves with strips of newspaper and paste.
 • Let dry for 12 hours.
 • Lastly, paint the candlesticks a creamy white.
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Papier Mache Taper Candlesticks
Difficulty: Easy Supplies: • 2 Candlesticks • 2 Sheets of 12" x12" Card Stock • Masking Tape • Flour • Newspaper • Creamy White Paint Instructions: • First, cut leaves out of cardstock. • Next, attach the leaves to the candlestick with masking tape. • Mix paper mache mix: 2 parts water 1 part flour. • Cut strips of newspaper. • Dip newspaper in the paste. • Cover the candlestick and leaves with strips of newspaper and paste. • Let dry for 12 hours. • Lastly, paint the candlesticks a creamy white.
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SUPPLIES:
 • Loose side glass
 • Tape measure
 • Gloves
 • Sharpie
 • Heat gun
 • Tube for bending
 • Clamps

INSTRUCTIONS:
 • Determine the middle of your lucite piece and mark across with dry erase marker
 • Secure the glass on heat resistant surface with clamps
 • Evenly heat lucite with high heat gun across the middle.
 • Take your time, go slow, and don’t force the glass to bend
 • Mold the glass around the cardboard tube
 • Pre drill holes and hang!
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DIY Lucite Magazine Rack
SUPPLIES: • Loose side glass • Tape measure • Gloves • Sharpie • Heat gun • Tube for bending • Clamps INSTRUCTIONS: • Determine the middle of your lucite piece and mark across with dry erase marker • Secure the glass on heat resistant surface with clamps • Evenly heat lucite with high heat gun across the middle. • Take your time, go slow, and don’t force the glass to bend • Mold the glass around the cardboard tube • Pre drill holes and hang!
Tastemade
Tastemade 
Difficulty: Medium

 

Supplies:
 • Planter
 • Air Dry Clay
 • Rope
 • Joint Compound
 • Paint
 • Mesh Utility Fabric

Instructions:
 • First, roll 3/4" balls out of air dry clay. Make 75. Let dry for 24 hours.
 • Next, spread joint compound on the planter. Use the mesh fabric to add texture.
 • Add rope to the top of the planter.
 • Push the dried balls into the side of the planter. On each side of the ball add some rope. Let dry for 24 hours.
 • Lastly, paint everything a creamy white.
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DIY Textured Planter Under $15
Difficulty: Medium Supplies: • Planter • Air Dry Clay • Rope • Joint Compound • Paint • Mesh Utility Fabric Instructions: • First, roll 3/4" balls out of air dry clay. Make 75. Let dry for 24 hours. • Next, spread joint compound on the planter. Use the mesh fabric to add texture. • Add rope to the top of the planter. • Push the dried balls into the side of the planter. On each side of the ball add some rope. Let dry for 24 hours. • Lastly, paint everything a creamy white.
Tastemade
Tastemade 
Difficulty: Easy

 

Supplies:
 • Terracotta pot
 • Terracotta paint
 • Paint brush
 • Stencil (optional)

Instructions:
 • Clean and remove dirt or stickers from your terracotta pot.
 • Next, paint on a thin base layer of paint onto the entire pot.
 • Once dry proceed with an additional layer.
 • Begin to create your design. I went with a simple checker pattern and used a pen to lightly create an outline before painting my design.
 • Lastly, add your plant friend to your pot and style in a spot with the most impact.
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Add Personality To Your Terracotta Pot
Difficulty: Easy Supplies: • Terracotta pot • Terracotta paint • Paint brush • Stencil (optional) Instructions: • Clean and remove dirt or stickers from your terracotta pot. • Next, paint on a thin base layer of paint onto the entire pot. • Once dry proceed with an additional layer. • Begin to create your design. I went with a simple checker pattern and used a pen to lightly create an outline before painting my design. • Lastly, add your plant friend to your pot and style in a spot with the most impact.
Tastemade
Tastemade 
Difficulty: Easy

 

Supplies:
 • 1 Yard of Muslin Fabric
 • 2 Cans of Fabric Spray Paint
 • Painters Tape
 • Stencil Cut Outs
 • Velcro Command Strips

Instructions:
 • First, use painters tape around the edges to create a border
 • Next, place and secure your stencils onto the muslin
 • Begin spray painting the muslin, and let dry
 • Then, when the paint is completely dry remove stencils and painters tape
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Create Your Own Unique Tapestry Wall Art
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