10 Things Your Appraiser Doesn't Want You to Know

You'll deal with a lot of different people in your quest to buy or sell a home: a realtor, inspector and lender. But the one who might have the most power over the outcome is the appraiser, and he just may be hiding something.

Source: http://feeds.howstuffworks.com/~r/DailyStuff/~3/aOuGC09dccY/10-things-your-appraiser-doesnt-want-you-to-know.htm

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The Citrus Peel Planter

Filed under: Crafts, gardening and plants, nature, Know-How, Outdoors

Had a yummy citrus snack and about to toss the peel? Don't! Fill that baby with a plant for a giftable, adorable planter.

A Roman Apartment

What a sweet idea! My Roman Apartment made a seedling planter made out of a citrus peel. This idea is super creative -- not to mention colorful -- because it provides the perfect space for a starter plant and it recycles. (Which we are big fans of!)

It only takes a few holes in the bottom for draining and the proper soil and seeds to turn your trash into an awesome, organic display.

Check out just exactly how it's done on My Roman Apartment. Get the step-by-step and get planting!


Also check out these creative unusual uses:
New Ways to Use Phone Books
Recycle Old Light Bulbs into Vases

 

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Source: http://www.diylife.com/2011/03/31/citrus-peel-planter/

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Eye Candy: 10 Turquoise Kitchens

Unlike coral, turquoise is a color I can get behind. Especially in a kitchen and coupled with white or black. Can you say 'Tiffany?'   

How about a turquoise floor?

Or maybe a turquoise ceiling?? (That backsplash...swoon.)

And speaking of backsplashes....

 

Source: http://curbly.com/diy-maven/posts/10099-eye-candy-10-turquoise-kitchens

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Caprese Skewers

Caprese skewers are the perfect party food for any occasion. You can't go wrong with tiny tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella balls  - it's a salad on a stick!  They're so easy to make and fun to eat, you'll be looking for reasons to make them.  Why wait for a party?  They're a perfect treat to keep the...
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Source: http://www.instructables.com/id/Caprese-Skewers/

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Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

There are many kitchen remodeling ideas that can save you money. Painting kitchen cabinets will save a bundle compared to replacing cabinets. Watching for sales will help lower the kitchen remodeling price.

Source: http://www.askthebuilder.com/872_Kitchen_Remodeling_Ideas.shtml

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How to Stop a Carpeted Floor from Squeaking

Allen asks, ?I have an older home with carpet which has squeaky floors. What can I do??

There are several ways to stop a carpeted floor from squeaking. Read on to find out more.

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How to Reinforce Utility Shelves

Utility shelves are one of those wonderfully practical additions you can easily make to any garage or laundry room.

Source: http://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-reinforce-utility-shelves

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