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Has Your Home Made You Handier?
In the New York Times article "Two Hands, Two Homes", writer and handyman Anthony DePalma reflects on how his family's older homes, which were in need of constant repairs, made him into a bona fide handyman. He writes, "Although I started out as a real innocent, dumb as a nail about home repairs, I might now be considered a jack of all trades, times two."
I suspect that this is how many of us become handy.
DIY: Denim Wrench Case
If my Handyman Holiday Gift Guide wasn't good enough for you, perhaps you'd like to DIY a gift for your favorite hunky household helper. If your handyman has every tool in the toolbox, consider making him this Denim Wrench Case made by Cut Out + Keep member Eva G, which holds a full set of wrenches and rolls up into itself. All you'll need for this product is a few pieces of denim or other sturdy fabric (try canvas), embroidery thread, a needle, scissors, and an elastic band.
Gift Guide: The Handyman
Each holiday season I inevitably find myself searching for gifts that the men in my family will actually enjoy. For some reason, furry suede slippers never do well. And, you can only give a man a tie and a set of cuff links so many times before he starts to think you want him to spend more time at work.
Open House: Who Is Your Handyman?
You know I love to DIY. But, contrary to popular opinion, I am not actually good at everything. I can paint, sew, garden, hang wallpaper, and even do some plumbing, among other things.
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Casa Beta: Frog Tape
Stripes on the mind? From ceilings to walls to kitchen floors, it seems painted stripes are all the rage in décor these days. Though I wouldn't consider myself an expert on the fine art of straight lines or painting in general, my experience with horizontal and vertical hues has taught me at least one thing — you need good tape, especially if working with dark colors.
Casa Capsule: The Week That Was
- Staying in the house this Winter? Here are some tips for keeping cozy.
- Most of you loved the Keep Calm and Carry On rug.
- You fell hard for Door Sixteen's delightful bathroom.
- Proenza Schouler designed a fab chair for DWR.
- Amy Butler has adorable downloadable gift tags for you.
- My expert handyman has some cheap and easy home improvement projects for you.
- Mindy Kaling is house poor. Are you?
- A Su Casa member whipped up some cool coasters.
Five Household Tasks to Contract Out
I recently asked you who your handyman is and which tasks around the house you undertake yourself, and which ones you designate to others. Not surprisingly, you're a talented bunch, and some of you cited that you sign up for tasks like installing dishwashers and light fixtures, sanding, plastering, building window shades from scratch, and refinishing furniture. But, according to Popular Mechanics, there are some DIYs that should be left to professionals.
Casa Quickie: Double Your Closet Space
I just came across a Real Simple tip that is arguably the simplest way to renew your cramped closet, and I felt obliged to share. Hang a second rod below the existing rod to store short clothing items like scarves, pants, tops, and sexy minis. You don't need a handyman for this installation; you can buy an extendable rod with rubber stopper ends to fit your space perfectly.
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