Tag: DIY

Changing Old Door and Cabinet Hinges

February 3, 2021
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Dear James: Many cabinet and interior door hinges squeak and don’t move smoothly. I need new ones, but the design selection is endless. What are the best and most durable hinge designs? —Russ F. Dear Russ: Most people change hinges for decorative reasons, but hinges do wear out. When a door is fully open, there…

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Move Over, Sourdough—It’s Time to Make Bacon

January 25, 2021
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I was tempted to call this article “The Girl and the Pig,” because I am hooked on bacon. More specifically, I am hooked on my own home-cured bacon. Prompted by a whole lot of time on my hands thanks to sheltering in place, as well as an affinity for charcuterie, I decided to have a…

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Woman Uses Dog’s Copious White Fur Sheddings to Craft Surprisingly Adorable Boots

January 18, 2021
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When your pet dog sheds a lot, you may find yourself cleaning up fur constantly—some people might find this irritating. But Soleil Pond, dog mom to Nimbus, a huge white dog that sheds a lot, saw potential in her dog’s extra soft fur. “I started to save her fur since I saw it has an…

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Make and Add Your Own Wet Bar to Your Home

January 17, 2021
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Dear James: My combo living room/dining room would be better for entertaining if it had a wet bar. How can I build a very strong one myself, and what is the best size for it? —Ted T. Dear Ted: You cannot go wrong for entertaining, convenience, and resale value by adding a wet bar to…

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