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8766 - Decorating Toolbox 101
Decorating Toolbox 101
by: Home Decorating Digest
Where is that hammer ?
Save time and frustration by assembling your own decorating toolbox. Most do-it-yourself projects are hampered by the lack of tools (or knowing where to find the tools) to get the job done.
Storing Your Tools: A toolbox, caddy or a storage step stool can be used andwill allow you to organize your tools by making them available for easy to carrying.
The Right Tools for the Job:
Hanging Things:
Push Pins
Plastic Anchors
Picture Wire
Thumb Tacks
Sewing Machine Needles (to hang pictures without large wholes, holds approximately 30#)
Cup Hooks
Attaching Things:
Glue Gun & Glue Sticks
Can of Spray Adhesive
Staple Gun & Staples
Multi- Sized Rubber Bands
Plastic Twist Ties
Fusible Interfacings
Fabric Glue
Sewing Needles & Thread
Starch ( Easy on Easy off walls for fabric wallpapering or for appliqués)
Cutting Things:
Good Pair of Scissors for Fabric
Utility Scissors for everything else
Box Cutter
Woodworking you may need a light weight handsaw.
Measuring Things:
Yardstick
Tape Measure
T-Square or Level
Decorating Things:
Gold Touch-up Pen
Spray paint Black& White
Sandpaper
Brushes
Craft Paint in your decors color scheme
Assortment of ribbons, buttons and fringe.
These tools may not all fit in your toolbox, yet are good to have on hand.
Hammer
Screwdriver - Phillips and Flat Head ( get multiple sizes)
C-Clamps
Iron & Ironing Board
Take the time in advance to gather your equipment and that next do-it-yourself project will be simpler and faster to accomplish.
Where is that hammer? In your Decorating Tool Box!
About The Author
Home Decorating Digest - http://www.HomeDecoratingDigest.com is an online magazine that helps homeowners find home decorating ideas and feature articles on style, color and interior design. Get decorating basics, do-it-yourself projects, organizing and outdoor garden design tips.
This article was posted on July 14, 2004
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