Do It Yourself with Dan: Over The Door Shelf
Well here we go again with another addition of DIY with Dan. If you have been following my blogs the whole idea is to show “Easy to Do" and "Rewarding" projects that you can build and then use around...
View ArticleDo It Yourself With Dan: How to Frame Your Flat Screen
Hello again. If you’re like most of us you spend more time staring at your television that you do at any other home appliance. I'm not saying that the dryer on the spin cycle can't be mesmerizing but...
View ArticleLet’s Build a Workbench
Hello again. Let's you and I build a workbench together that you can use in your garage or home workshop. The entire project should cost less than $100 to build and can be accomplished in just a few...
View ArticleChanging the World One Product at a Time
VOTE HERE: Sprouts linkRecently I had the opportunity to travel to Las Vegas to attend the National Hardware Show along with a dedicated team of colleagues and my Co-Ambassador for the QVC Sprouts...
View ArticleThe Little Lamb that Could
Here is a story of determination and springtime.Kelly and I made a conscious decision late last fall that this year we were not going to "lamb".Usually the cute little lambs start arriving sometime in...
View ArticleWindow Flower Box Project
With spring right around the corner I thought you might enjoy a simple project that is easy to do and helps spruce up your home. Window boxes make for an attractive flower display and also bring other...
View ArticleOde to a Ladder
We all fear something. For some it is snakes or spiders for me it is a gut wrenching fear....of heights. I have tried to overcome it but it is part of my DNA. Rather ironic when living on a farm...
View ArticleInsta-here and now Instagone
Each week I try to bring you some great cleaning ideas and help you with getting your home ready for spring. When you have had a tough winter like most of us, things really need some sprucing up. A...
View ArticleCall in the Calvary
I usually try to avoid using chemicals in my own household cleaning projects but there are times when you just have to call in the Calvary. Let me tell you a little story about something I found many...
View ArticleCleaning Hardwood & Laminate Floors
No one's hobby is mopping or cleaning floors, even for a neat freak like myself. Your floors are the biggest real estate in your home and for most of us the biggest time consumer in terms of cleaning....
View ArticleRemodeling Kitchen Cabinets into a TV Stand
I thank everyone who took the time to read my latest blogs on Redecorating, Home remodeling and the Room design. Let me say I don't consider myself to be an expert but with many projects now under my...
View ArticleHow to Paint Like a Pro:
How to Paint Like a Pro:This is the time of year for indoor projects. Few things are as gratifying as changing the whole look and feel of a room with a simple, inexpensive can of paint. It is a...
View ArticleThe Making of a "Man Cave"
When it turns cold outside we tend to redirect our thoughts to the inside of our homes. This is the busiest season for basement and room remodeling. Hey Guys, what about that man cave you always...
View ArticleWhite Chocolate Chip Cookies
I am a pretty simple guy and not much for fancy cookies. Give me old fashioned sugar cookies and I’m happy. But how about a bit of white chocolate to add to the fun, enjoy one of my favorite...
View ArticleMY Cat Louie
Do you believe in Christmas miracles? Well here is one for yah. Kelly and I are "dog" people. You have probably seen photos of our four legged family members. But there is one resident here I have not...
View ArticleWHY do we decorate for Christmas?
Well Thursday November 20th at 10:00 AM I have my last edition of Home for the Holidays with Dan show, for the year. So I thought for a moment that maybe we should just talk about why we decorate for...
View ArticleDecorating with Holiday Lights
Thank you to everyone who participated in last week’s Home for the Holidays show and chat. We will be doing a show every Thursday at 10:00 EST and hopefully live chats as well, as it gives me an...
View ArticlePre-Planning your Holiday Lights & Decorations
That time of year is approaching fast and a little pre-planning on your part can really help to make your holiday lighting project a lot easier. Let me guide you through what I do each year and maybe...
View ArticlePick a Shining Star
I am having a bit of fun picking out my favorite photo from the host photo shoot… perhaps you can let me know what is your favorite.. oh and let’s all be nice! Lol!You can find me on Facebook at:...
View ArticleSometimes You Just Have to Laugh.
Sometimes you just have to laugh. We had another round of bad thunderstorms in our area on Wednesday evening. The high winds brought down several large trees and when that happens we often lose...
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