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Small spaces and tiny house design ideas
Tiny houses can be super charming and colorful

We’re talking about how to max-out small spaces on our MyFixitUpLife talk show this week and getting some inspiration from Better Homes & Gardens’ editor Karman Hotchkiss, designer Kelly Edwards who is working on a book about small spaces, and designer of a Tiny House show Kim Lewis.

Thinking about spray paint art? We got tips to get you started.
Spray paint art - Krylon Fypon MyFixitUpLife

Makeover old furniture, textiles, and almost everything else with some handy spray paint art tips.

Pick the perfect LED landscape lighting for your yard
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Landscape lighting brings another dimension to your outdoor spaces.

Want to know how to paint metal? Just need the perfect paint.
Krylon Quick Hit Metal Planter - MyFixitUpLife

A really easy way to add color to a backyard or deck when flowers aren’t in bloom is to add color to your planters.

Back-to-school door decorations that we love
Ruler door decoration featured in the Democrat & Chronicle MyFixitUpLife

Currently, I’m obsessed with back-to-school door decorations that use school supplies.

Do you know how to paint plastic? Find out now.
Krylon Quick Hit Plastic Tray - MyFixitUpLife

Painting a plastic tray can be an easy way to bring color into an outdoor space.

How to shop for an LED desk lamp
Desk Lamp - MyFixitUpLife - LampsPlus

Shopping for a LED desk lamp? Look for these 6 features. Click here to see more by Theresa on LampsPlus.com.

Summer door decorations from favorite crafty bloggers
Summer flip flops summer door decor by Personally Pizazz's Lindsey Cobb MyFixitUpLife

I’ve been digging into the archives to share some inexpensive and fun ideas for summer door decorations.

Let’s talk LED lighting myths and truths
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Now new light bulb technology has changed the way we shop for lighting. It takes fewer watts to achieve the same light output for an LED bulb than an incandescent, since most of the watts are released as heat for an incandescent.