Diva of DIY
Bring the inside out Turn a garage sale find into outdoor artwork By Leanne Lee
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et me introduce myself. I am Leanne Lee, a.k.a. The Diva of DIY. I am a junk-loving, dumpster-diving, curbshopping wife and mother of three boys. I am a decorative painter, cabinet refinisher, speaker, blogger and broadcast/media personality whose message typically revolves around two things: l Decorating with a conscience - my love for all things upcycled/repurposed l Inexpensive, easy DIY projects with step by step instruction and tutorials I’ll use this article as a platform to spark your creativity. I hope to inspire you to look at one man’s trash as your new-found treasure. I want to write about things that are important to you, so send me your questions and ideas. It’s Spring…Bring the Inside Out When it comes to decorating my home for spring and summer, my favorite space of all is the backyard. I consider the backyard an extension of my home, and I use it as a second living/dining space. Bringing the inside out is the best way to make an outdoor space livable and usable. There are some basic home décor items you will always find in my outdoor living spaces: an outdoor rug, comfy furniture and colorful accessories. In this issue, I am going to show you how to transform an outdated brass chandelier into a colorful chic bird feeder. I hope this project inspires you to take a closer look at your surroundings. Explore your outdoor space and visualize specific areas where you might infuse some of your own natural indoor style. Your home should tell a story. What does yours say?
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Outdated chandelier from your home, thrift store or garage sale Wire cutters Liquid Nail and a caulk gun Spray paint Custard cups or small bowls Birdseed