DIY for the Home & Garden
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Make your own eco-friendly cleaning products
Instead of cluttering your house with harmful household cleansers, use these ten tips to make your... more
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Make a newspaper pot Photos
Seed-starting pots you make from newsprint are practically free. Because they break down quickly,... more
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DIY: Seeding lawn takes time, but it's worth it
Seeding a lawn takes time, but it's considerably less expensive than laying sod. It's a good... more
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Weekend wasters struggle with DIY home-repair jobs Photo
When her husband decided to fix a leaky pipe in the bathroom in their West Hills home, Ethel Brook,... more
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Home repair 101
Contractors have a name for those homeowners who dive into major home-improvement projects without... more
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DIY: Safety valve kit provides washing machine leak protection
When our neighbor had a near-flood, it got our attention. more
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DIY: Install solid shelving
Keeping closets orderly and uncluttered is an ongoing challenge, even for those of us who are... more
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Do It Yourself: Save by installing your own kitchen cabinetry
No matter what your price range is for kitchen cabinets, you'll find a dazzling selection of styles,... more
Kids' Craft Projects
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Bake cute luggage tag out of clay
How many times have you waited at an airport luggage carousel only to see three out of four black... more
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Crafty turtles crossing the road
Here's a riddle for you. more
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A wearable 'air-conditioning unit' of buttons and beads
Some people use the expression dog days of summer when the weather can get so hot it may be... more
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Garden insect puppets won't bug you
By most accounts, people aren't crazy about bugs. Unless, of course, they intend to become... more
Mr. Fix-It's New To Lou Too
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Blackfire Clamplight
Can't use two hands to fix a pipe, replace a fuse, tie on a fishing lure or work on your car because you need one hand to hold the light? With Blackfire Clamplight that's a thing of thepast. It can clip on virtually anything, stand on it's own or be held like a regular flashlight. And the head... more
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Heat By Design
C.E. Thermal Systems announces a new way to heat homes and offices - through framed digital images hanging on the wall. The Heat by Design picture heater is an elegant and energy-efficient space heating solution that customers design for use in their homes or offices. Very cool! You can choose... more
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Wooden You
This weeks New to Lou Too comes from Wooden World in Richmond, IL. It is the Wooden You Custom Shelving System that's going to help you organize your closets, offices, pantries, garages, etc. Their unique tracks are made of wood and allow for easy adjustments! So organize that messy closet!... more
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Designer Duct Tape
There's designer jeans, designer cars, designer cell phones so why not Designer Duct Tape? Check it out along with some other really unique, cool gift ideas at www.spoonsisters.com It's great! more
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Hydroright
The Hydroright quickly and easily converts your toilet into a water-saving dual flush toilet. Quick flush for liquids and paper. Full flush for solids. And the best part? It's only $25 and easy as pie to install. Click here... more
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The Hip Clip
The Hip Clip is a simple solution that guarantees your tape measure will always be by your side. It has a basic, durable design that snaps right onto your belt to secure your tape measure at all times. Using The Hip Clip will save you time and money while eliminating torn jeans and general... more
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Hearts & Flour Bakery
Since 1992, dedicated residents who scoop the cookies and package the breads daily, have found a livelihood in the Hearts & Flour Bakery. You see, the key ingredient in Misericordia's Bakery is their mission to provide challenging job opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. Their... more
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We're Lit Candles
The We're Lit Candle Company features refillable, burnable white mineral oil candle art made right here in the USA. And with a zinc wick! Zinc wicks are lead free and do not emit dangerous fumes making it the safest candles in the world. They come in all sorts of designs and yummy scents...Lou'... more
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Krud Kutter Ultimate Power Remover
Krud Kutters Ultimate Power Remover is something you should definitely check out! This new product from Krud Kutter is a professional strength formula used to remove adhesive, blacktop, oil, grease, cable jelly, caulk, your grill and a ton more. The product is biodegradable and non-flamable too!... more
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EZ Breathe Ventilation System
The E·Z Breathe System is a maintenance free unit that helps protect your home and family from excess moisture, molds, toxins, allergies and poor air quality resulting in a cleaner, healthier living environment. It provides powerful ventilation, supporting both the EPA and the American Lung... more