one two three ← do it yourself Words and photos by Susan Snow I like DIY projects that are quick, functional and cost very little money with instant pay off. Here are three easy peasy projects you can do for instant cottage style.
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Find numerous styles, sizes and finishes of dock cleats at hardware stores or at marine supply stores. For this DIY I used leftover pieces of cedar shingles, white epoxy coated cleats and heavy duty double sided velco fastener. I attached the cleats to the shingles with the velco and then used finishing nails to attach the shingles to the wall. The uses for cleats are only limited to your imagination. You can use them throughout your cottage or house for hanging coats, dog leashes, hats, umbrellas, purses, knapsacks, towels, laundry bags, beach bags or decorations. Or make a nautical statement on your cabinets or furniture using cleats instead of door pulls or knobs. get hooked on marine cleats
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tie one on
Make your own cottage style drapery tie backs using lengths of rope that are readily available at most hardware stores. Rope is sold off spools and comes in various colour and size options and you can have it cut to your desired length. Option one: 3/4” black rope paired with copper pipe remnants. Option two: quarter inch white rope finished with metal clips. Option three: plain sisal rope.
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Rethink , Reuse , Redesugn!
Up-cycle a battered drawer into a handy tray by giving it a facelift with paint and attaching silver galvanized dock cleats. The tray can be used as a candle holder or as a center piece filled with flowers as seen here. Other options: use it on your countertop to contain kitchen clutter, use it for storing magazines, on your cocktail table use it for holding remotes or showcasing a seashell collection. Paint colour - Benjamin Moore Caliente AF 290
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