ReadyMade » 2008

Just call me Jackson Pollock

If you’ve ever stood before a Pollock painting and thought, “I could do that,” here’s your chance to prove it. JacksonPollock.org allows users to unleash their inner abstract expressionist…

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Kelley : DIY Projects
April 30th, 2008

Trading spaces: The joys of an online room planner

Seasonal change always brings out the consumer in me—now that warmer weather has arrived, I feel downright compelled to surround myself with new things. But as long as the cost of milk continues to rise while my salary stays the same, I’m content to spend only the energy required to rearrange my furniture…

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Amanda : Tools, Design IQ
April 30th, 2008

Spring inside: Deck your halls with DIY flower garlands

Now that spring has finally sprung, warm temperatures and the sound of birds chirping have motivated me to bring the buds and petals of the season indoors. So, since May Day is next week, I’ll be celebrating the end of winter by assembling a few flower garlands for my abode….

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Amanda : DIY Projects
April 28th, 2008

MacGyver Challenge: Curtains and Drapes

{Deadline: May 19, 2008}
by Anthony Discenza

Let’s be honest: No one pays attention to curtains unless they’re ugly—and they’re usually ugly…

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Jen : DIY Projects
April 26th, 2008

Mercury rising: The skinny on CFLs

Earth Day may have inspired you to replace your incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs)—and if it did, we’re glad to hear it. But even though you’ve got of years of light ahead of you CFLs do eventually burn out…

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Amanda : Sustainable living
April 25th, 2008