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A Great Source for Tweed Fabric with Colorful Mid-century Modern Vibes
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / April 30, 2015
Inspiration

A Great Source for Tweed Fabric with Colorful Mid-century Modern Vibes

Today I’m sharing a great source for tweed fabric! If you follow me on Instagram, or caught the recent post about my new poster purchase, then you might already know…

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Nest Thermostat Review + Nest Smoke Detector Review (NOT Sponsored)
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / February 26, 2015
Product Review

Nest Thermostat Review + Nest Smoke Detector Review (NOT Sponsored)

This review is NOT sponsored, I just wanted to share my Nest thermostat review and Nest smoke detector review for anyone considering purchasing either of these Nest products. After we…

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How to Make a DIY Float Frame + Turn Your Photo into an Oil Painting
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / November 17, 2014
DIY

How to Make a DIY Float Frame + Turn Your Photo into an Oil Painting

When I was approached by Artsheaven to choose a piece from their selection of oil painting reproductions, or have one of my own photos turned into a painting, my thoughts…

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How to Rub ‘n Buff Hardware
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / October 17, 2014
DIY

How to Rub ‘n Buff Hardware

If you can’t find the right hardware, try refreshing vintage hard with this easy tutorial for how to rub ‘n buff hardware – it’s easy! We had a new furnace…

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How to Spray Paint Plastic Lawn Chairs
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / September 30, 2014
Furniture Makeover

How to Spray Paint Plastic Lawn Chairs

If you’ve ever wanted to know how to spray paint plastic lawn chairs, check out this before and after!  The previous homeowners left us a pair of plastic lawn chairs…

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Deck Makeover, Part II – Staining Pressure-Treated Wood
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / September 26, 2014
Deck

Deck Makeover, Part II – Staining Pressure-Treated Wood

Last week I showed you how I prepped the deck for staining and now…drumroll please…here’s a look at the deck with its lovely new coat of Cape Cod Grey: As…

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