visual arts
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How to ‘Upcycle’ Furniture, Because That Shit’s Expensive
Upcycling furniture can add original flair to your space while keeping furniture out of the landfill — a real win-win, especially when you remember how expensive it is to buy new furniture, and how much of it isn’t built to last unless you’re willing to pay top dollar. (And maybe even then…) If you go…
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How to Paint Your Old Lampshades (and Why You Should)
Lamps tend to have a longer shelf-life than cushioned pieces of furniture like couches, recliners, and upholstered chairs. They’re much easier to move (and therefore, to give away to family or friends when you no longer need them), don’t start sagging over the years, and as long as the wiring works, are pretty easy to…
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How to ‘Renovate’ Your Living Room Without Spending Renovation Money
Sure, maybe you wish you had thousands of dollars to pour into updating your living room so that it sports a new — massive — TV (plus surround sound), new recessed lighting, a large leather sectional to relax on, and a handmade coffee table from your favourite local craftsman. That does sound nice. But if…
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The Difference Between Masking Tape and Painter’s Tape (and When to Use Each)
If you’re getting ready to start a painting project, there’s probably a trip to the hardware store in your future. In addition to the brushes, rollers, and paint itself, you’ll likely need some tape to help keep the paint from getting on any moulding, door frames, or other woodwork in the room. But what kind…