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How to Remove Lacquer From Brass to Reveal a Brushed Finish
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / June 29, 2016
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How to Remove Lacquer From Brass to Reveal a Brushed Finish

Before I show you how to remove lacquer from brass, to reveal a beautiful brushed finish, I am going to let you in on a little secret: my Mom and…

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How to Dye Table Linens | iDye Gunmetal
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / May 2, 2016
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How to Dye Table Linens | iDye Gunmetal

Learning how to dye table linens is so easy!  I absolutely love dyeing things because it’s such a quick and inexpensive way to really update a garment or home decor…

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How to Dye Jeans Darker (Tutorial With FAQ)
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / January 4, 2016
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How to Dye Jeans Darker (Tutorial With FAQ)

Do you want to learn how to dye jeans darker? Have you found yourself staring at a pair of jeans that fit well, but aren’t your favorite denim wash, wondering,…

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How to Paint Terracotta Planters so They Don’t Look Painted
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / September 11, 2015
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How to Paint Terracotta Planters so They Don’t Look Painted

Today I’m showing you how to paint terracotta planters so they don’t look painted – and don’t chip or peel! Did you know that you can spray paint terracotta planters…

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A Budget-Friendly Bathroom, Almost Two Years Laters – What Held Up, What Didn’t
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / May 8, 2015
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A Budget-Friendly Bathroom, Almost Two Years Laters – What Held Up, What Didn’t

In preparation for our exciting reno, the bathroom has been largely dismantled and we’re down to the studs on one side.  There’s no going back!  Before we ripped apart the…

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DIY Dip Dyed Napkins Tutorial + Video
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / March 24, 2015
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DIY Dip Dyed Napkins Tutorial + Video

Yesterday I shared photos of the backyard oasis I created, plus the beautiful pictures from my Greek honeymoon that served as my inspiration, and today I’m sharing my tutorial for…

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