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weekend project

Bath Mat

STEP-BY-STEP

Achieve spa-like style and comfort in your bath with a personalized foot-massaging mat.

Good To Know The mat is durable enough for indoor and outdoor use. You could make an additional project as a welcome mat for your home’s entryway.

Stepping

Stones

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Measure and cut a 32-inch-long piece of nonadhesive shelf liner. Fold the piece in half, and then cut it down the center to make two 16- x 24-inch rectangles. Stack the pieces on top of each other. (When gluing the stones, the adhesive will seep through the top piece of shelf liner.)

Using your computer, create a large letter for a template, and print it out. We used a 700-point type size to create the “B” shown here. Use utility scissors to trim out the letter, and center it on the piece of shelf liner. Trace the letter onto the liner using a permanent marker; remove the template.

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level: Beginner cost estimate: $40* ■.Rough time estimate: 3 hours ■.Rough

Materials 1 (2- x 5 -foot) roll of white nonadhesive shelf liner (#174006) 1 bag of black polished stones (#139477) 1 bag of white polished stones (#33909) 1 bag of pea gravel (#92130) 3 tubes of clear window/door silicone sealant (#47970)

Tools

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permanent marker

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Arrange black stones to fill the traced letter. Experiment with various sizes to avoid large gaps. Use a caulk gun and a generous amount of clear silicone sealant to secure the stones to the shelf liner.

Fill the remaining portions of the mat with the white stones and small pea gravel. Work with small sections at a time because the sealant sets in about 10 minutes. Let the sealant cure overnight. Turn over the mat, and trim away any exposed edges of shelf liner.

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weekend project

Bath Mat

STEP-BY-STEP

Achieve spa-like style and comfort in your bath with a personalized foot-massaging mat.

Good To Know The mat is durable enough for indoor and outdoor use. You could make an additional project as a welcome mat for your home’s entryway.

Stepping

Stones

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level: Beginner cost estimate: $40* ■.Rough time estimate: 3 hours ■.Rough

Tools

tape measure utility scissors p h oto g r a p h y b y b r i a n f r a n c i s

permanent marker

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caulk gun *Does not include applicable taxes, which vary by market, or the cost of tools.

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(#123883) fastener kit (#210924)

• A kit with all the basic tools is a necessity for any first-time home buyer.

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You’ve got the keys. Now get the tools you need to hang artwork, assemble furniture, tackle minor repairs, and make the house your own.

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Move-in Must Haves

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tool bag (#264103)

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W A G I Brighten an outdoor table with a tray of fresh blossoms or Candles.

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1. Use a handsaw to cut a 2 x 4 x 6 deck railing to your desired length; ours is 19 inches long. (The railing piece comes with precut grooves.) Sand the cut edges smooth. 2. Apply primer (#164759) and paint on all sides; allow each coat to dry. We used Valspar Signature Colors, Creative Ideas for Color, Wild Grape CI 212, semi-gloss. 3. Position the railing with the flat side down. Place glass containers filled with flowers or candle votives in the grooves.

Summer Centerpiece

Use flowers from your garden to create a theme that flows from flowerbeds and favorite shrubs all the way to your table.

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make a pillow in minutes— no sewing required.

The Traditionalist (#99210) As classic as its owner, this hook works well in any space.

Who says hardware has to match? Hang your family’s stash of hats, backpacks, or bags on hooks that reflect each owner’s personality.

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The nature lover (#117902) A whimsical dragonfly brings in a hint of the outdoors.

The multitasker (#117958) Busy as a bee? This chrome hook can help keep you organized.

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1. Roll a length of bubble wrap (#274909) until you reach your desired bolster diameter. Secure the roll with masking tape (#236989). Use scissors to trim the length for a shorter bolster; for a longer bolster, place two rolls side by side. 2. Use a flexible tape measure to check the length and circumference of the roll. Add 6 inches to the circumference and 16 inches to the length to determine the fabric size needed. 3. Use scissors to cut an 84-inch drapery panel (allen + roth, #18337) to fit the roll. 4. Center the roll parallel to the inside cut edge of the panel. Secure the edge to the roll using self-adhesive squares (#20045). Completely wrap the roll. Secure the top edge of the panel with self-adhesive squares. 5. Hem unfinished edges by rolling them to the inside and securing with a hot-glue gun. Tie off each end, candywrapper style, with jute twine (#66510).

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July is National Ice Cream Month—thanks to President Reagan’s declaration in 1984! Celebrate with a primo countertop ice-cream maker (Cuisinart, Model ICE-30BC, Special Order) that can whip up treats in just 25 minutes. Experiment with your favorite flavors or search for tried-and-true confections online at

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Are You a Mosquito Magnet? Try these tips to keep the bugs at bay. (1) Wear light-colored clothing. Mosquitoes appear to be attracted to darker clothes, which trap body heat and increase your appeal. (2) Check your feet. Believe it or not, they also seem to like the smell of dirty socks. Other scents that make them swoon: sweat, soaps, and perfumes. (3) Can the beer. In a limited study, mosquitoes bit more people who’d had beer than those who hadn’t. (Sorry!)

Ancient cultures thought the bright Dog Star, Sirius, added its heat to the sun’s for 40 days, intensifying drought and discomfort. Today, the dog days of summer run from July 3 to August 11, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. Help your own dog beat the heat by keeping its bowl full of cool H20!

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wrote Reader tips from LowesCreativeIdeas.com My No. 1 grilling tool? A wire brush. I use it to clean the grill surface after removing the food and before I cook the next time. All foods will stick if the grill isn’t clean—and if you don’t use a brush, no other gadget will help. It always amazes me that people don’t clean the grill. You wouldn’t cook in a skillet, not clean it, and then use it a week later. But that’s what you’re doing when you skip a grill cleaning. Food for thought! —James Schend, food writer and chef, San Francisco, CALIFORNIA

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Decal Décor

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Discover your inner artist (minus the Brush) as you create This graphic focal point.

Bird’s the Word

Wondering what’s hot (besides the weather!) this summer? Look to the sky for inspiration. Birds of all shapes and sizes are flocking together for this natural trend. For a quick change, try one of our favorites: 28 - to 48 -inch drapery rod, STYLE SELECTIONS, #315318. (Availability may vary by store.)

1. Make sure the surface you are covering (whether a piece of furniture, door, or wall) is clean. Carefully peel the trunk of the cherry blossom wall decal (#71849) from the paper backing. Leave the other sections of the decal on the backing until you are ready to place them. 2. Lay the tree trunk section of the decal on the surface. Working from the center out, gently press the decal to the surface, smoothing out any wrinkles. You may need to trim the decal with utility scissors when placing on an uneven surface (such as the drawers shown). The decals are removable, so you can reposition them until you get the desired look. 3. Add the leaves and remaining sections of the decal. Be sure to align the pieces when you move from one surface to the next so the image looks continuous.

Send us your WAGIs

(we know you’ve got ‘em!) post them in the community section of LowesCreativeIdeas.com. Projects should be quick, easy, and inexpensive (under a few hours and less than $50, please).

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Berry Bliss • If you’re looking for color

inspiration, take a cue from your favorite summer fruits and flowers. You can use these vibrant, cheerful shades to dress up flea-market finds, add a pop of color to mismatched frames, or brighten a drab powder room.

5-inch Aged Bronze (#178711) This dark finish stands out on lightcolored homes.

5-inch Black Italic (#178531) A timeless, black option works on most homes.

6-inch Reflective (#68205) An outline makes these numbers easy to see.

4-inch Satin Nickel (#60796) A silver finish gives a crisp, clean look.

Market Flower 1005-3C Valspar Ultra Premium Antique Coral 1007-2A Valspar Ultra Premium

Quick Fix

4-inch Polished Brass (#46437) Brass numbers are a traditional option.

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• Freshen your entry with a new set of address numbers. These eye-catching accessories add the perfect finishing touch to your home’s exterior. Whether you’re going for a modern approach or want to keep the look more traditional, post these digits for instant appeal.

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3-inch Aluminum (#63950) High contrast and simplicity evoke modern cool.

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Very Berry 1002-1A Valspar Ultra Premium

Hibiscus Tea CI 115 Valspar Signature Colors, Creative Ideas for Color

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outdoor living

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The art of home

canning is making a comeback, thanks to a renewed appreciation for locally grown produce. Read on to find tips and products to get you started.

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Canning is hot once again. Catch the fever by storing your summer harvest.

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recipe for success

These basic ingredients add up to delectable results.

Garden-Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Enamel Water Bath Canner Kit A good starting point for any canning project, this set (#113016) comes with a boiling pot, jar rack, and all the accessories you need.

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Ball Jars

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Ball Blue Book— a guide to home canning with recipes and tips—is printed for the first time

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Begin by harvesting your garden’s bounty. Strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries will make delicious jams, while tomatoes are great for salsa or spaghetti sauces. Remember, to make pickles, you need to start with ripe cucumbers.

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Jelly Jars These small, half-pint containers (#113018*) are perfect for storing your

Ball Blue Book Guide to Preserving The 100th anniversary edition (#113005) of this guide to preserving offers recipes and tips for all canners—beginner to expert. Remember to stock up on the extras, such as fruit pectin (#331280) and salsa mix (#330163), for your kitchen creations.

favorite jams or for giving them as gifts. Pint and quart jars are available for larger batches. Use the airtight bands and lids (#112768) to properly seal jars and ensure preservation. Locking in freshness allows you to enjoy your favorite fruits and veggies year-round.

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» check out my blog, where I let you in on my first canning experience;

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stations, complete with instructions and a materials list; and » watch a step-by-step video tutorial on canning from Lowes.com/Videos.

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Quilted crystal jelly jars debut

Saint Gobain purchases the glass manufacturing division and continues manufacturing iconic canning jars. Find them at your local Lowe’s.

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what a great idea

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A space that calms and restores your mind and body. THE SOLUTION:

Cool, Crisp Hues

GREEN Just as fresh green aloe is soothing for your skin, shades of light green can be healing colors for your mood.A bedroom, reading room, or office can be transformed into a peaceful sanctuary by incorporating pale, calming colors such as Peppermint Tea from the Laura Ashley Home collection, Meadow Wind, or even Jaded Lime. BLUE Shades of blue also can bring peace and serenity to a room. If you typically gravitate toward blue when you are selecting colors, choose a soft shade to give the space a clean and natural feel. Try Sky Blue 2 from the Laura Ashley Home collection or Dancing Mist. Or for a deeper color that provides the same effect, consider Frosty.

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PURPLE Lavender can create a truly relaxing retreat with its blend of warm red and cool blue. If you are looking for a light and airy color, try Cool Morning or Star Light. For a richer hue, pamper your walls with Cincinnatian Hotel Olivia Blue.

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Laura Ashley Home, Peppermint Tea #LA1013

Star Light #4001-7A

Meadow Wind #6005-7B

Cincinnatian Hotel Olivia Blue #4003-7B

Jaded Lime #5008-5B

Belle Grove Buff #3006-10B

Laura Ashley Home, Sky Blue 2 #LA1302

Coconut Milk #2007-10C

good to know The paint colors featured in this article are from American Tradition and Signature Colors, mixed

A new paint scheme can revitalize your walls and your spirit. These three categories will help you to find a dream color that can energize, rejuvenate, or inspire.

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BEIGE Want to stay neutral, but still have a wall color thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s refreshing? Choose a shade of beige. Colors such as Belle Grove Buff and Coconut Milk can help to make your room appear more open and inviting thanks to the appeal of their lighter neutral tones.

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Frosty #5006-9B

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what a great idea

YOU CRAVE:

A space that calms and restores your mind and body. THE SOLUTION:

Cool, Crisp Hues

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good to know The paint colors featured in this story are from the Valspar Ultra Premium line or the Valspar Signature Colors

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Cool Morning #4003-7A

Laura Ashley Home, Peppermint Tea #LA1013

Star Light #4001-7A

Meadow Wind #6005-7B

Cincinnatian Hotel Olivia Blue #4003-7B

Jaded Lime #5008-5B

Belle Grove Buff #3006-10B

Laura Ashley Home, Sky Blue 2 #LA1302

Coconut Milk #2007-10C

Dancing Mist #5005-7A

Frosty #5006-9B

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Radiant Red #1009-3

A clean slate that allows you to express individuality. THE SOLUTION: Whites

Du Jour #7002-6

Bistro White #7006-4

Divine Cream #7006-8

Comet Dust #5006-1A

City Steam #7006-5

Journey #6010-1

Bright Red #1010-2

Turkish Coffee #6003-2C

Montpelier Red Velvet #1009-6

Dark Kettle Black #4011-2

Ripe Pomegranate #2009-3

Very Black #5011-2

Roasted Pumpkin #2005-3A

Blindfold #4007-2C

Orange Ochre #2010-1

Laura Ashley Home, Tulip #LA814

Homestead Apricot #2005-3C

working with color

Use the color wheel you learned in art class to create a scheme for your home. The basic color wheel shows colors at their purest, but most people prefer using lighter or darker values (created by adding white or black) of these basic colors. Consider the TINTS All whites are not the same— following four types of color schemes you can choose from warm whites with derived from the wheel, and use yellow and pink undertones to cool whites values that appeal most to you. incorporating green or blue. Use these tints monochromatic schemes involve a as you would warm and cool colors in single color used in one or more values your home.Try Du Jour or Bistro White or intensities. (Intensity refers to the for a true warm white. For cooler shades brightness of the color.) For example, with a touch of green or gray, consider you could create a scheme using two Divine Cream,Comet Dust,or City Steam. or more shades of green. analogous schemes use hues that lie next to each other on the color wheel —such as blue and blue-green—and are held together by the common color (in this example, blue). complementary schemes are based on a pair of colors that lie directly across from each other on the color wheel. Green and red are complements, as are yellow and purple. complex schemes are created using three or four colors that are equidistant on the color wheel. For example, yellow, red, and blue form a triangle good to know on the wheel and work well together Watch the Lowe’s book rack in a space. this spring for our new publication, Lowe’s Creative Ideas for Home and Garden: Color, featuring

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A home that exudes depth and vitality. THE SOLUTION: Bold, Warm Colors

BROWN AND BLACK For rich color that also can serve as a neutral backdrop for your home’s decor, consider a shade of brown or black. Browns such as Journey or Turkish Coffee allow bright colors— think whites and chartreuse—to stand out. Dark Kettle Black and Very Black coat walls in brilliant depth. For a more subdued shade of black that incorporates gray, try Blindfold. YELLOW Draw inspiration from nature by creating a bright, sunny room that will perk you up even on the dreariest of days. Fresh yellows, such as Tulip from the Laura Ashley Home collection, revitalize a room and make it a cheery escape. Richer tones, such as Buttered Toffee, also bring warm energy to a room but allow for deeper color.

RED If you want to ignite excitement in a room—perhaps your kitchen or dining room—fire up the walls with Radiant Red or Bright Red.These intrepid colors give off energy that can inspire you to cook a five-course meal and encourage your guests to let lively conversation flow while they dine. If you like the idea of red in your home’s palette, but you’re not ready for an absolute crimson, try a cooler shade that contains more blue and purple, such as Montpelier Red Velvet. ORANGE Known to stimulate appetite as well as energy, fresh shades of orange, such as Ripe Pomegranate and Roasted Pumpkin, enliven your walls with brilliant color that excites the senses. For a paler yet invigorating shade, try Orange Ochre or Homestead Apricot.

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a wide variety of ideas for incorporating your favorite colors into the home.

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YOU CRAVE:

Radiant Red #1009-3

A clean slate that allows you to express individuality. THE SOLUTION: Whites

Du Jour #7002-6

Bistro White #7006-4

Divine Cream #7006-8

Comet Dust #5006-1A

City Steam #7006-5

WHITE You can showcase plenty of style and personality in neutral-colored rooms. White walls can be the perfect backdrop for incorporating self-expression through decorative accents.They also can allow you to quickly change the look of your room by switching out accessories, such as curtains or pillows.When used in hallways or stairwells, white walls can connect rooms that have varied palettes. TINTS All whites are not the same— you can choose from warm whites with yellow and pink undertones to cool whites incorporating green or blue. Use these tints as you would warm and cool colors in your home.Try Du Jour or Bistro White for a true cotton white. For shades with a touch of green or gray, consider Divine Cream, Comet Dust, or City Steam.

The 12 colors of the color wheel can be a great place to find inspiration and determine which colors you are drawn to naturally. Use the primary selections of red, blue, and yellow to find a basic hue that suits your taste. Then, evaluate the colors between the primary hues to create a palette that you and your walls will love. You also can adjust the lightness or darkness of a paint color. • To create a lighter color, add white—this is known as a tint. • To create a darker color, add black—this is known as a shade.

Watch the Lowe’s newsstand this spring for our new publication, Lowe’s Creative Ideas for Home and Garden: Color, featuring a wide variety of ideas for incorporating your favorite colors into the home.

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Bright Red #1010-2

Turkish Coffee #6003-2C

Montpelier Red Velvet #1009-6

Dark Kettle Black #4011-2

Ripe Pomegranate #2009-3

Very Black #5011-2

Roasted Pumpkin #2005-3A

Blindfold #4007-2C

Orange Ochre #2010-1

Laura Ashley Home, Tulip #LA814

Homestead Apricot #2005-3C

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Journey #6010-1

YOU CRAVE:

A home that exudes depth and vitality. THE SOLUTION: Bold, Warm Colors

Buttered Toffee #3005-3A

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Color Confidence style &

solutions

Tips and tools for a better, more beautiful home.

Berry Bliss • If you’re looking for color

5-inch Aged Bronze (#178711) This dark finish stands out on lightcolored homes.

5-inch Black Italic (#178531) A timeless, black option works on most homes.

6-inch Reflective (#68205) An outline makes these numbers easy to see.

4-inch Satin Nickel (#60796) A silver finish gives a crisp, clean look.

Market Flower 1005-3C Valspar Ultra Premium Antique Coral 1007-2A Valspar Ultra Premium

Quick Fix

4-inch Polished Brass (#46437) Brass numbers are a traditional option.

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Remember to place your numbers in a spot that guests and emergency vehicles can view easily from the street.

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what’s your number?

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3-inch Aluminum (#63950) High contrast and simplicity evoke modern cool.

Sunrose EB3-2 Valspar Signature Colors, Eddie Bauer Home

Very Berry 1002-1A Valspar Ultra Premium

Hibiscus Tea CI 115 Valspar Signature Colors, Creative Ideas for Color

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One lucky college sophomore receives a Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s makeover for the apartment he shares with three roommates. See how Creative Ideas designer Tiffany Burgess helps him pull together his new place.

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After a long day of moving, nothing is more relaxing than having a clean, organized space.

Mark Arnold, a student at High Point University

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in High Point, North Carolina, was looking forward to his sophomore year but was concerned about fixing up an apartment almost twice the size of his freshman dorm room. With help from the Lowe’s Creative Ideas design team, his place turned out to be more than just hand-me-down furniture and posters. “We wanted an entertainment center, and I wanted stuff I could use after I move out at the end of the year,” says Mark. After talking with Mark and seeing the space, designer Tiffany Burgess began sketching—keeping storage, personality, and practicality in mind. With only a few weeks of summer left, she headed to High Point to pull together this decked-out apartment for Mark and his three roommates.

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First stop? Cleaning products! Must haves for any college space.

The Creative Ideas team began

the makeover by putting in some valuable hours before arriving on campus. Tiffany spent an afternoon at Lowe’s with Mark, deciding on paint colors and picking up project supplies. To save time and to have ample space to spread out and work, the team built a few projects before move-in day.

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✓ Built ✓ Constr the entertainme ✓ Assem ucted the book nt center ✓ Built bled cube table shelves ✓ Mad wooden photo f s ✓ Painte e putting green rames ✓ Painte d plywood for d peg-boa top of desk rd wall pa nel Mark wanted a room that reflected his love of golf, so he and Tiffany found colors reminiscent of a sunny day on the course.

Total prep time: 3 da ys

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Set up the TV stand and side tables.

To create the TV stand, we attached the two-drawer base to a horizontal shelf using mending braces. For a seamless appearance, apply spray primer to the braces. To construct the side tables, we attached pre-made table legs to a round panel using straight-top plates.

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Hang the bookshelves.

Next, we hung the floating bookshelves by attaching corner braces to the wall and then to shelves. Great for small spaces, hanging storage can free up floor space and still provide room to store books, DVDs, and games.

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Roll in the cube tables and place the furniture.

These versatile workstations, perfect for laptops, have casters so they can easily be moved around the space. A small USB/power plug inside makes it easy to charge gadgets.

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Set up the entry wall.

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A peg-board panel is the ultimate in organization, which is why Tiffany chose the versatile material to create a one-stop drop-off for all the boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; gear. Bungee cords, from the hardware department, serve as fun and multifunctional ways to hang sunglasses, hats, and other necessities. The sturdy bench below provides a place to change shoes or drop books, while the inside stores a filing system for midterm papers and tests the students want to keep.

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A desk lamp with a flexible arm provides extra task lighting for late night study sessions.

Tiffany created an inexpensive desk using a pair of unfinished sawhorses and a sheet of plywood; it can travel with Mark anywhere he moves. Painted with white high-gloss paint and several coats of polyurethane to make it more durable, the plywood is secured to the sawhorses with wood screws. 12 9

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Tackle the bedroom.

After putting fresh sheets and a new comforter on the bed, Mark hung a pair of deep brown thermal curtain panels over the bedside window. The Thermaweave panels block out 99.9% of UV rays and can save up to 25% on heating and cooling costs, saving the students energy dollars and allowing Mark to sleep in on Saturdays.

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Personalize the space.

Because Mark is a self-proclaimed golf fanatic, we framed some of his favorite photos from courses around the country for his desk and bedroom walls. He also made a home for his putting green by hanging it from a stick-on wall hook at the roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entrance.

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Visit LowesCreativeIdeas.com/ Extras for a complete list of materials and tools and step-bystep instructions to build your own wooden frames.

Lowe’s List cube tables: $210

Visit LowesCreativeIdeas.com/ Extras for materials list. Wooden Frames: $55 1 sheet of plywood, 1 ∕2-inch x 4 - x 4 -foot*** 1 sheet of plywood, ∕2-inch x 2- x 2-foot***

3 pieces of moulding, ∕4 - x 11∕8 -inch x 8 -foot (#5996****)

1 package of (5∕8 -inch) wire nails 1 package of (¾-inch) copper

weather-stripping nails

picture-hanging kit (#264405)

Bookshelves: $120 (for two) 3

3 paint-grade panels, ∕4 - x 12- x 72-inch***

1 package of (#8 x ∕4 -inch) wood screws 3

20 (21∕2- x 11∕2-inch) corner braces (#67407) 3 packages of (2- x 5∕8 -inch) corner braces (#315684) Entertainment Center: $65

two-drawer stack organizer (ClosetMaid, White, #1091) horizontal organizer (ClosetMaid, White, #12726) mending braces (11∕2-inch,

spray primer (Valspar, White,

#282324)

plant bags (#8410) Side Tables: $80 8 Parsons table legs (21-inch, #691) 2 round edge-glued panels (#1016) 8 straight-top plates (#838) Accessories: $210

table lamp (Portfolio, Brushed Nickel, #140193) jute rug (8 - x 10 -foot, Natural Border, #115644)

#315704)

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1 peg-board panel, ∕16 -inch x 2- x 4 -foot (#7060) 1 board, 1 x 2 x 6*** 1 package of (#8 x 21∕2-inch)

brass wood screws

bungee cord assortment (24 -piece, #127818)

8 axle/push nuts (1∕4 -inch, White, #137233)

peg-board hook assortment kit (27-piece, #267957)

weldable steel round (1∕4 -inch x 3 -foot, #44088)

Filing Chest: $140

storage chest (Catskill Craftsmen, Model 89095, Special Order)

Lowe’s List Sawhorse Desk: $35 2 sawhorse brackets (#128355) 1 board, 2 x 4 x 10*** 3

1 sheet of plywood, ∕4 -inch x 2- x- 4 -foot***

1 package of (#10 x 3 -inch) wood screws Putting Green: $20

artificial turf (6 linear square feet, Bonanza Ivy Turf, #151360)

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2 boards, 1 x 4 x 4*** 1 package of (#10 x 2-inch) wood screws

wood glue (Titebond, #86091) PVC coupling (2-inch, #23282 1 square dowel (1-inch x 3 -foot, #28604)

1 package of flags (15 -inch, Orange, #157195) stick-on wall hook (#119879) Accessories: $100

desk lamp (Portfolio, Black,

#191958)

1 shelf (37-inch, Real Organized, Black, #144210)

window panel (Eclipse, Robyn, Chocolate, #244844) curtain rod (STYLE SELECTIONS, Nickel, #275072) curtain tiebacks (STYLE SELECTIONS, Satin Nickel, #274262) throw pillow (allen + roth, Lincolnshire, #316897)

Paint: $90

accent colors (Valspar Signature Colors, Creative Ideas for Color; Reflection Pool CI 19; Veranda CI 26; Chopped Chives CI 29; satin) neutral colors (Valspar Ultra Premium, Bistro White 7006-4, gloss; Lincoln Cottage Black 4009-2, satin; Valspar Signature Colors, Creative Ideas for Color, City Chic CI 51, satin) *Does not include labor costs or applicable taxes, which vary by market. Pricing for commodity items may vary due to market conditions. **Does not include lead time for Special Order materials. ***Availability varies by market for lumber species and sizes. ****May be Special Order in some markets.

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When Sarah bought her first home, she was just as excited about sprucing up the backyard as she was about decorating the inside. Her big idea was to transform the plain concrete pad into a cozy spot for relaxing and entertaining. We suggested an overhead structure that allows light without obstructing the view of the backyard from indoors. Working with Creative Ideas designer Lillian Martin, Sarah created a space that grants every wish on her list. The yellow and black stain colors let the pergola stand out from the home while still echoing the natural tones found in the wooded landscape. The area was covered with pavers, and pavers were used to create the stone bases for each pergola post. Hanging planters filled with yellow and white blooms accent the color scheme and add a hint of summer. And thanks to the warm climate and addition of ceiling fans, Sarah and her friends can enjoy the new outdoor room almost year-round. “I can’t imagine living without the space,” Sarah says. “I use it almost every day. It’s become an extension of my home.”

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A perfectly sized dining table doubles as a food station for Sarahâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s famous guacamole and margaritas.

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Special Spigot Hidden behind the lattice in the center of the pergola, a rain-catcher system harvests rain from the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gutters. Sarah uses the rain for watering nearby plants. Creating the system requires a bit of plumbing know-how. See instructions on next page.

Deck lights can be set to a timer when fun afternoons spill over into evening.

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A tiered fountain plugs into a nearby outlet to add the peaceful sound of water for afternoon parties or tranquil nights under the stars.

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Wooden window boxes were painted and turned into hanging planters. To create your own, first drill pilot holes 6 inches in from each top corner of the window box, and then attach screw-in cup hooks. Attach two swag hooks 18 inches apart on a pergola beam, and hang the planter from cut pieces of chain attached from the swag hooks to the cup hooks on the planter.

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Hardware: $230 1 box of (1∕2-13 x 9-inch) galvanized carriage bolts

3. Thread a ½-inch hose bibb (G) into the 2- x ½-inch bushing (H), and insert into the larger bushing assembly. 4. Insert the 5-foot pipe section (I) into the top of the PVC tee (F). Insert the pipe assembly created in Step 1 into the other end of the

PVC tee (F). Fit the open end of the assembly under the gutter downspout to catch rainwater.

1 package of (1∕2-inch) galvanized nuts

woven stackable chairs (Key Largo, #144198)

1 PVC bushing (2- x 1∕2-inch, #51013)

16 (1∕2-inch) galvanized washers stain: $100

stain (Cabot PRO.V.T. Solid Color Acrylic Stain, Cavalry) stain (Cabot PRO.V.T. Solid Color Acrylic Stain, Dark Slate) pavers: $145

pavers (6 - x 6 -inch, Countryside, Tan/Brown, #292605) pavers (2- x 8 -inch, Harvard, Red/Charcoal/Tan, #287158) Lighting and Electrical: $420 2 ceiling fans (52-inch, #98417) 1 (6 -pack) deck lights (#94302)

outdoor speakers (#248223) speaker wire (#303112) Outdoor Accessories: $1,510

bistro set with cushions (3 -piece set, Fenway, #143697)

1 box of (21∕2-inch) deck screws

dining table (Key Largo, #144194)

2 packages of (3 ∕8 -inch) galvanized washers

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adapter (C). Insert one end of the 4-inch pipe section (A) into the unthreaded end of the female adapter (C). 2. Insert the 4- x 2-inch bushing (D) into the 6- x 4-inch bushing (E). Insert the bushings into the side opening of the PVC tee (F).

5 packages of (3 ∕8 - x 6 -inch)

galvanized lag screws

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indoor/outdoor rug (Balta, Brown, #26077) outdoor pillows (Sunbrella, Pacific Blue, #112686) fountain (Seville, #203095) 4 planters (133 ∕4 -inch, Tokyo, #8340) 1 planter (11-inch, Tokyo, #7969) 2 saucers (133 ∕4 -inch, Tokyo, #136841) 1 (8 -inch) chocolate terra-cotta planter

Rain Catcher: $125 1 PVC pipe (6-inch x 10 -foot, #86806) 1 PVC clean-out plug (6 -inch, #53292) 1 PVC female adapter (6 -inch, #44863) 1 PVC sanitary tee (6 -inch, #53339) 1 PVC bushing (6 - x 4 -inch, #23411) 1 PVC bushing (4 - x 2-inch, #23314)

Note: Apply PVC primer and PVC cement when joining PVC pipes and parts together.

1 hose bibb (1∕2-inch, #21515)

primer (#23778) PVC cement (#23464) Hanging Planters: $95 (for 2) 2 window boxes (30 -inch, #25665)

flowerpot chain (#149862) 1 box of cup hooks (11∕4 -inch, #99936) 4 swag hooks (#149794)

spray paint (Rust-Oleum, Black, #54952) *Does not include labor costs or applicable taxes, which vary by market, or the cost of tools and plants. Pricing for commodity items may vary due to market conditions. **Does not include lead time for Special Order materials. ***Availability varies by market for lumber species and sizes.

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For this family, having quintuplets multiplies everything! Find out what it takes for them to stay organized. Then check out more ideas in our online video.

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Lockers Made from in-stock cabinets, the lockers are personalized for each child with photos and wallpaper.

ith six children under one roof, you never know what to expect. “We really need organization,” says the homeowner and mother of 3-year-old quintuplets and a 5-year-old. “We constantly have drawings and schoolwork coming in and out.” The redesigned basement sparks the children’s imaginations. And by using mainly in-stock products, the redo was quick, easy, and affordable. The ideas shown here are for six but will work for any kid-friendly space. Thanks to the recent 1. Lockers renovation, impromptu art 2. Art Gallery sessions, costume-clad style 3. Painted Lampshades shows, and plenty of fun games like hopscotch are now a part of 4. Creation Station the daily routine. “All of the kids 5. Door Display ask their friends, ‘You wanna 6. Painted Plates come over and see my new 7. Costume Closet playroom?,’” says the busy mom. “They love it!” 8. Hopscotch

Leftover cabinet and wall paint was used for many of the room’s small projects, such as this hopscotch mat.

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For this family, having quintuplets multiplies everything! Find out what it takes for them to stay organized. Then check out more ideas in our online video.

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Lockers Made from in-stock cabinets, the lockers are personalized for each child with photos and wallpaper.

Leftover cabinet and wall paint was used for many of the room’s small projects, such as this hopscotch mat.

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Art Gallery The wall holds magnets and has a dry-erase panel. Display space is a necessity when you have six young Picassos.

Painted Lampshades Fun colors and patterns transform basic white shades into decorative accent pieces.

Round wooden panels make the table more accessible and provide extra room for big projects.

» Video: Meet the family, and then

» Lowe’s List: Find detailed product

follow the room‘s transformation from start to finish in the online video.

listings along with the cost and time estimates for the playroom in our Lowe’s shopping list.

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Door Display White hooks, a towel bar holding masking paper, and rope were added to this clever storage area.

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Creation Station Furniture needs to suit little hands and feet. Find instructions online for building this art table and chairs.

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“We removed the cabinet doors from the lockers and used them on the wall for organization and artwork.” LowesCreativeIdeas.com

Art Gallery The wall holds magnets and has a dry-erase panel. Display space is a necessity when you have six young Picassos.

Painted Lampshades Fun colors and patterns transform basic white shades into decorative accent pieces.

Round wooden panels make the table more accessible and provide extra room for big projects.

» Video: Meet the family, and then

» Lowe’s List: Find detailed product

follow the room‘s transformation from start to finish in the online video.

listings along with the cost and time estimates for the playroom in our Lowe’s shopping list.

» A Second Makeover: The family

12'4"

to create the do-it-yourself projects shown in this makeover. Simply follow our step-by-step instructions online.

art gallery 28'4"

art table

to backyard

playroom bench

bench mirror

costume closet

activity room

» Project Instructions: Learn how

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door display

also designed an activity room, adjacent to the playroom, that includes a media wall, a snack bar, and storage solutions. Go online for more about the products and ideas in the activity room.

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Door Display White hooks, a towel bar holding masking paper, and rope were added to this clever storage area.

Get More Ideas Online at LowesCreativeIdeas.com/Quints

lockers

video

Creation Station Furniture needs to suit little hands and feet. Find instructions online for building this art table and chairs.

snack bar

“We removed the cabinet doors from the lockers and used them on the wall for organization and artwork.” LowesCreativeIdeas.com

Hopscotch This easy-to-assemble playing field is made from a carpet runner pad, white tape, and paint.

Get Organized Attach the garment rack to the wall using pipe straps and wall anchors. The unit’s casters are lockable for extra stability.

Necessity is the mother of invention. With eight people in one house, this mom has devised helpful ways to corral the chaos. Her suggestion— start by sorting items according to how often you use them.

Costume Closet A traditional garment rack and a canvas cover becomes a dress-up area with costumes and accessories.

Storage Bench Numbers and letters were cut out from WallPOPS to decorate a simple chest.

Use it daily? Keep these necessities, such as backpacks and shoes, where they can be located easily, either in plain view or in cabinets like the openfront lockers shown on page 22.

Use it weekly? Store these items, such as movies, video games, or art supplies, in designated locations. Give each a special container or place in cabinets where they are out of the way but still accessible.

Rarely use it? Top shelves and storage bins kept under the bed are the perfect solutions for items you use less frequently, such as keepsakes and seasonal items.

Never use it? If you don’t use it, chances are you don’t need it. Consider gathering these items for charity donations or a garage sale.

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Painted Plates Plain wall outlets and light plates receive a colorful paint treatment to coordinate with the room’s palette.

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Skill level: Advanced Rough cost estimate . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,560* Flooring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,130 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $260 Paint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $305 Lockers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,205 Storage benches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135 Art gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$125 Door display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60 Costume closet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$140 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Rough time estimate: 2 weeks**

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Secure the carpet runner pad for the hopscotch and bowling projects with double-sided carpet tape.

Bowling Lightweight PVC pipe and electrical tape were used to create these bowling pins—fun for the whole family.

Hopscotch This easy-to-assemble playing field is made from a carpet runner pad, white tape, and paint.

Get Organized Attach the garment rack to the wall using pipe straps and wall anchors. The unit’s casters are lockable for extra stability.

Costume Closet A traditional garment rack and a canvas cover becomes a dress-up area with costumes and accessories.

Storage Bench Numbers and letters were cut out from WallPOPS to decorate a simple chest.

Use it daily? Keep these necessities, such as backpacks and shoes, where they can be located easily, either in plain view or in cabinets like the openfront lockers shown on page 22.

Rarely use it? Top shelves and storage bins kept under the bed are the perfect solutions for items you use less frequently, such as keepsakes and seasonal items.

Never use it? If you don’t use it, chances are you don’t need it. Consider gathering these items for charity donations or a garage sale.

Lowe’s List NOW ONLINE

You can find a detailed list of materials at LowesCreativeIdeas.com.

Painted Plates Plain wall outlets and light plates receive a colorful paint treatment to coordinate with the room’s palette.

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The homeowners chose durable laminate flooring because it’s made to last and easy to clean.

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Secure the carpet runner pad for the hopscotch and bowling projects with double-sided carpet tape.

Bowling Lightweight PVC pipe and electrical tape were used to create these bowling pins—fun for the whole family.

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