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CHLOE BENNETT

Chloe is passionate about empowering homeowners with practical DIY solutions that transform living spaces. Her step-by-step approaches make renovation accessible to everyone, combining budget-friendly techniques with professional-looking results. She specializes in teaching hands-on skills that turn design dreams into achievable weekend projects.

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A beautifully landscaped front yard bed featuring a red Japanese maple, green shrubs, yellow and purple perennials, and a crisp trench edge along the lawn.
Yard & Landscaping

Front Yard Landscaping: The Designer Layering & Spacing Guide

Design AnatomyFront Yard Landscaping: The Designer Layering & Spacing GuideEach note links to its section below. You can measure, arrange, and plant a perfectly layered front foundation bed using this complete Front Yard Layering & Spacing Guide. Master these exact professional spacing rules to transform your home’s curb appeal with a healthy, welcoming landscape.Free printable PDFFront Yard Layering & Spacing GuideDesign a perfectly layered, healthy foundation bed with professional spacing.Download the guide Start at the…

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Partially finished fresh evergreen wreath on a wooden table with a bucket of soaking boughs and a spool of wire.
Seasonal Decor

Make a Fresh Christmas Wreath Before Lunch: Greens List & Steps

Design AnatomyMake a Fresh Christmas Wreath Before Lunch: Greens List & StepsTap any label to skip straight to it. Grab our printable by-lunch greens list, stem counts, and step-by-step wiring guide to build a lush 14-inch evergreen wreath in a single morning. You will be able to shop for the exact number of stems needed and wire a fully balanced, professional-looking piece in under three hours.Free printable PDFFresh Wreath By LunchYour step-by-step guide to wiring…

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11+ Brilliant Fence Ideas for Your Yard
Yard & Landscaping

11+ Brilliant Fence Ideas for Your Yard

Ideas11+ Brilliant Fence Ideas for Your Yard A good fence does more than mark your property line; it completely sets the tone for your yard. I put together some of my favorite ways to upgrade, build, or refresh your fencing this weekend. 1. Horizontal Slat Wood Fence Horizontal slats create a modern look Running cedar boards horizontally makes a standard backyard feel like a modern outdoor living room. The clean lines stretch the space visually,…

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16+ Brilliant Garden Fence Ideas for Your Yard
Yard & Landscaping

16+ Brilliant Garden Fence Ideas for Your Yard

Ideas16+ Brilliant Garden Fence Ideas for Your Yard A plain backyard boundary is basically a blank canvas just waiting for a little DIY magic. I pulled together my favorite ways to upgrade your yard so you can finally build that dream outdoor space. 1. Go Dark with Charcoal Paint Paint your fence dark gray. Paint your existing wood panels a deep charcoal gray. Dark colors make green plants pop like crazy against the background. It…

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A sunlit backyard lawn set for a 12-guest party featuring a folding table covered in a white twin fitted sheet, overhead festoon lights on a steel guide wire, a runner of potted rosemary, and a galvanized drink tub.
Celebrations & Entertaining

Outdoor Party Decor: The Hardware-Aisle 12-Guest Setup

Design AnatomyOutdoor Party Decor: The Hardware-Aisle 12-Guest SetupClick a note to read that part first. You will be able to shop for exact quantities and set up a complete 12-guest outdoor dining space using our printable hardware-aisle shopping list. Skip the expensive rentals and build a stunning backyard party space using basic, highly durable supplies found right in the hardware aisle.Free printable PDFThe Backyard Party Hardware-Aisle Shopping ListBuild a stunning 12-guest outdoor dining space using…

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A tall, elegant metal grid trellis mounted to a warm brick exterior wall, heavily woven with blooming pink climbing roses.
Garden

Build a Lush Wall Trellis & Get Our Climber Pairing Chart

Design AnatomyBuild a Lush Wall Trellis & Get Our Climber Pairing ChartClick a note to read that part first. You will be able to securely mount a metal trellis to masonry and select the perfect climbing plant for your specific structure using our free downloadable climber pairing chart. Building a heavy-duty grid takes effort, but the resulting lush floral display is completely worth it.Free printable PDFClimber & Trellis Pairing ChartSelect the perfect support and mount…

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17+ Brilliant Ideas for Landscaping Where Grass Won't Grow
Yard & Landscaping

17+ Brilliant Ideas for Landscaping Where Grass Won’t Grow

Ideas17+ Brilliant Ideas for Landscaping Where Grass Won't Grow We all have that one stubborn patch of yard that refuses to grow a single blade of grass no matter what we try. Instead of fighting nature, you can easily turn those bare spots into the most interesting features of your entire landscape. 1. Pour a Pea Gravel Path Pea gravel hides uneven dirt instantly. The heavy texture of pea gravel completely hides uneven dirt while…

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Sunlit farmhouse master bedroom featuring stained wood ceiling beams, a weathered gray pine headboard, white board-and-batten wainscoting, and drop-cloth curtains with indigo stripes.
Bedroom

Farmhouse Master Bedroom: Builder Grade to Rustic Retreat

Design AnatomyFarmhouse Master Bedroom: Builder Grade to Rustic RetreatTap a note to jump to that part. Transform your plain builder-grade space into a custom rustic retreat by focusing on architectural layers and textured textiles. Grab the complete Farmhouse Master Bedroom Cut & Materials List below so you can confidently measure, cut, and install every detail from the ceiling beams to the wainscoting.Free printable PDFFarmhouse Master Bedroom Cut ListConfidently measure, cut, and install your custom architectural…

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A nearly finished ledgestone accent wall in a living room with open stone boxes and sticky notes pointing out installation tips.
Wall Design

Stone Accent Wall: Drywall’s Big Glow-Up

Design AnatomyStone Accent Wall: Drywall's Big Glow-UpEach note links to its section below.When I decided to upgrade my basic drywall, I created this printable two-page ledgestone panel wall plan so you can calculate exactly how much stone you need and install the panels flawlessly. Grab your shopping list, quantity chart, and installation order to start your room’s big glow-up today.Free printable PDFLedgestone Panel Wall PlanYour complete shopping list, quantity chart, and installation order.Download the guide…

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Rustic back porch with a chunky wooden bench, galvanized planter, string lights, and an outdoor rug.
Porch & Veranda

Rustic Back Porch on a Weekend Budget: Sourcing Checklist

Design AnatomyRustic Back Porch on a Weekend Budget: Sourcing ChecklistEach note links to its section below. You can absolutely transform your outdoor space this weekend, and I’ve put together a printable budget sourcing and project checklist to help you build this exact cozy retreat. Grab the list below so you can source your lighting, planters, and DIY wood finishes without second-guessing your cart.Free printable PDFRustic Porch Budget Sourcing ChecklistEverything you need to plan, source, and…

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