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It has been a while since my last post. I decided to take a break for the last two weeks and truly enjoy the best of summer. Especially with the last 18 months we've all had, it's important to step away from work, recharge and relax.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  I'm thankful that our city has started to open up and we can once again enjoy   meals out with friends, time at the beach, and really just being outdoors.   That's what summer is all about, isn't it?\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  One fun thing I enjoyed was a visit with my friend John. He lives on a farm   near our cottage and grows plants. This summer, he was ambitious and in the   early spring he planted well over 100 varieties of seeds and seedlings in his   meadow garden. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uCgca2Xm0qM\/YRRYZKgMNLI\/AAAAAAAAprA\/JqN8KM1FVyM9t0cmUXv1i4oZzEotyX4owCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-36.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"348\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uCgca2Xm0qM\/YRRYZKgMNLI\/AAAAAAAAprA\/JqN8KM1FVyM9t0cmUXv1i4oZzEotyX4owCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-36.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E   I was lucky enough to get an invite to tour the garden and see all of his   beautiful flowers. The flower beds reach their peak in late summer and the   field is awash in colorful blooms. Most of what he's planted are annual   flowers with just a few perennial plants which makes all his hard work that   much more impressive. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u0026nbsp;   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ij88eaDz8go\/YRRuGPr9dOI\/AAAAAAAAprQ\/BTk40ejJjAIxyMH5BrmxBYiLqB5YUcwXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1653\/summer-garden-flowers.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1653\" data-original-width=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ij88eaDz8go\/YRRuGPr9dOI\/AAAAAAAAprQ\/BTk40ejJjAIxyMH5BrmxBYiLqB5YUcwXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers.png\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EFlowers for a Cutting Garden\u003C\/h2\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    I'm a beginner gardener with a     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/planning-cutting-garden.html\"\u003Esmall cutting garden\u003C\/a\u003E    at my own home. It was so helpful to me to hear about what varieties make     great cut flowers, what tasks to undertake in late spring and early summer     to maximize our short growing season, and the best plants for our area (this     farm is in zone 5b).   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003EAnd while   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/one-room-challenge-front-garden-plan.html\"\u003EI don't know a lot about gardening\u003C\/a\u003E, I know I was inspired just to see these gorgeous summer flowers and check   out what he's planted. His plan was to use this as a cutting garden and sell   arrangements, though in the end, that proved a bit too much work so he's been   giving the flowers away to family and friends (lucky us!).\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Pin this post for next summer, if you want to plan flowers for your garden and   click through this Instagram reel to see this tour in video form. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Cblockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CSVbQEnnzrI\/?utm_source=ig_embed\u0026amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"13\" style=\"background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border-radius: 3px; border: 0px; box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5) 0px 0px 1px 0px, rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.15) 0px 1px 10px 0px; margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px; width: calc(100% - 2px);\"\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"padding: 16px;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/CSVbQEnnzrI\/?utm_source=ig_embed\u0026amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\"background: rgb(255, 255, 255); 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DIYer (@ramblingreno)\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/p\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/blockquote\u003E  \u003Cscript async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"\u003E\u003C\/script\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oZL3LgWOBs8\/YRQ2TxCE_RI\/AAAAAAAApoU\/kw6uPNBnq08NWMrmOOyY9Hf45WKbCULTwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-06.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-oZL3LgWOBs8\/YRQ2TxCE_RI\/AAAAAAAApoU\/kw6uPNBnq08NWMrmOOyY9Hf45WKbCULTwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-06.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;  \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EPerennial and Annual Plants\u003C\/h3\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003EPlant selection is key to creating a summer garden that will burst with a wide range of colors from early summer to late fall. You'll see that this summer flower garden is well organized and planned with rows of different types of plants. \u003Cbr \/\u003ESome are showy flowers with long stems and large blooms while others are flower clusters that sit low to the ground. There are many different colors, from white flowers to purple flowers. \u003Cdiv\u003E  \u0026nbsp; \u003Cbr \/\u003EThough some of these are perennial flowers (like the Black Eyed   Susan), John grows them as an annual plant. He will dig up and remove all the   plants at the end of the season. For some, like the dahlias, he will keep the   tubers and replant them in the spring. Knowing that many of these great   flowers will disappear by early fall makes them even more precious. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KGdKBXxnolo\/YRRYZeMC_QI\/AAAAAAAAprE\/jG6UK53rL8swqUFyt4luF2ItL-1LBychgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-37.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KGdKBXxnolo\/YRRYZeMC_QI\/AAAAAAAAprE\/jG6UK53rL8swqUFyt4luF2ItL-1LBychgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-37.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EBest Summer Flowers\u003C\/h3\u003E   Looking for plants that produce abundant and colorful blooms? These 15 flowers   bloom in the summer months and are sure to cheer up your garden bed. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9WYda-5Iz6s\/YRQ2ZGFwPiI\/AAAAAAAAppI\/e8fHiCnsFy0RPLOzM_U2HFewHO80XFbRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-19.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"feverfew, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9WYda-5Iz6s\/YRQ2ZGFwPiI\/AAAAAAAAppI\/e8fHiCnsFy0RPLOzM_U2HFewHO80XFbRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-19.jpg\" title=\"feverfew, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    \u003Ch4 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EFeverfew\u003C\/h4\u003E    These small white and yellow daisy-like flowers grow in a compact mound     shape. They are beautiful as a cut flower as their tiny flower heads are a     great way to add filler to an arrangement of larger blooms.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4klTSFzXK3k\/YRQ2YUr9swI\/AAAAAAAApo8\/eDbpX3Po8VQwICUrAtxXYqeEtpLvsel4gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-16.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"common zinnia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1026\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4klTSFzXK3k\/YRQ2YUr9swI\/AAAAAAAApo8\/eDbpX3Po8VQwICUrAtxXYqeEtpLvsel4gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-16.jpg\" title=\"common zinnia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EZinnia\u003C\/h4\u003E  Zinnias are one of the most popular summer flowers. Not only do they come in   brilliant colors, but they require little care and are low maintenance. They   have a long bloom time, from early summer to first frost, and are unsurpassed   as fresh cut flowers. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zWguxcxSwDg\/YRQ2SJx-I2I\/AAAAAAAApoI\/gnEORnrMxzc47SMhJ-Yl0iOyI7hRBhpkQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-03.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"yarrow, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1006\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zWguxcxSwDg\/YRQ2SJx-I2I\/AAAAAAAApoI\/gnEORnrMxzc47SMhJ-Yl0iOyI7hRBhpkQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-03.jpg\" title=\"yarrow, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E     \u003Cbr \/\u003E     \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EYarrow\u003C\/h4\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E      Tall with masses of long-lasting attractive flowers, yarrow is a hardy       plant that does best in direct sunlight. They make a great filler for cut       arrangements.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E     \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ffW_ssT_VbU\/YRQ2YgsrkfI\/AAAAAAAAppA\/i_-3WXpv0YwnDiwpOdAf4KQT0OhQZorZgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-17.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Snapdragon, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ffW_ssT_VbU\/YRQ2YgsrkfI\/AAAAAAAAppA\/i_-3WXpv0YwnDiwpOdAf4KQT0OhQZorZgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-17.jpg\" title=\"Snapdragon, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ESnapdragons\u003C\/h4\u003E      \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E        \u003Cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ESnapdragons are an easy plant to grow. These summer bloomers are a           great plant for cutting gardens as they feature tall stems and come in           a wide array of colors.\u003C\/span\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E        \u003Cspan style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/span\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pWEyXUjPaDs\/YRQ2X1claBI\/AAAAAAAApo0\/AOVcLk6rCb0G_kZfnlHAkMjwu4A3AKbtQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-14.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"globe amaranth, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pWEyXUjPaDs\/YRQ2X1claBI\/AAAAAAAApo0\/AOVcLk6rCb0G_kZfnlHAkMjwu4A3AKbtQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-14.jpg\" title=\"globe amaranth,summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E        \u003Ch4 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EGlobe Amaranth\u003C\/h4\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E          This variety of amaranth is a tropical annual that features           globe-shaped blossoms in a variety of colors. It's compact shape makes           it ideal for garden beds, borders, and rock gardens. Similar to the           strawflower, it features paper-like tubular bracts instead of petals.           It's drought tolerant and can even thrive in dry soil.\u0026nbsp;         \u003C\/div\u003E         \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PU6w8QSSA5I\/YRQ2ZCvggQI\/AAAAAAAAppM\/N63rol7AY4cTLxGKSncQTyb4gfKuFhZBgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-20.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"black eyed susan, rudbeckia hirta, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PU6w8QSSA5I\/YRQ2ZCvggQI\/AAAAAAAAppM\/N63rol7AY4cTLxGKSncQTyb4gfKuFhZBgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-20.jpg\" title=\"black eyed susan, rudbeckia hirta, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6vph4E2ZCa0\/YRQ2YMOtceI\/AAAAAAAApo4\/eTt2J-ezkxAxFmzz2a6d3zgdBsWvTNsswCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-15.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"rudbeckia hirta orange,summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1018\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6vph4E2ZCa0\/YRQ2YMOtceI\/AAAAAAAApo4\/eTt2J-ezkxAxFmzz2a6d3zgdBsWvTNsswCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-15.jpg\" title=\"rudbeckia hirta horange, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EBlack-Eyed Susan\u003C\/h4\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Cdiv\u003E            Also known as Rudbeckia hirta, these plants come in different             heights, colors, and forms. They are a member of the sunflower             family and similar daisy-like flowers. They feature an intense             autumnal palette of yellows and orange flower colors that look             striking in arrangements.           \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ubbBlz9F0uU\/YRQ2Y21qwCI\/AAAAAAAAppE\/a_0RnSjT-SADWb_6J3b6b-Rbzy4eB5wMQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-18.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Salvia greggii, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1035\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ubbBlz9F0uU\/YRQ2Y21qwCI\/AAAAAAAAppE\/a_0RnSjT-SADWb_6J3b6b-Rbzy4eB5wMQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-18.jpg\" title=\"Salvia greggii, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ESalvia Greggii (Autumn Sage)\u003C\/h4\u003E          \u003Cdiv\u003E            A favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies, Salvia greggii is a             flowering shrub that works well as a perennial border or long hedge.             It does well in hot climates and full sun.\u0026nbsp;           \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-T4v4AWcfdJI\/YRQ2U9APAZI\/AAAAAAAApoc\/wFVcJei0umA1_gsA1I6-WNB00F2uCCBeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-08.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"strawflower, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"972\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-T4v4AWcfdJI\/YRQ2U9APAZI\/AAAAAAAApoc\/wFVcJei0umA1_gsA1I6-WNB00F2uCCBeQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-08.jpg\" title=\"strawflower, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EStrawflower\u003C\/h4\u003E          \u003Cdiv\u003E            Strawflower can bring a wide variety of colors and texture to your             garden. The petals feel papery and work well in dried flower             arrangements. They are also a good candidate for container gardens,             hanging baskets, or border plants around a front porch.           \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E            \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8xdLyFnUZY0\/YRQ2VY_iyCI\/AAAAAAAApog\/aoQ_frhrYREwdaYxgnYT1dPDIkTw0cZOQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-09.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Verbena, purpletop vervain, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-8xdLyFnUZY0\/YRQ2VY_iyCI\/AAAAAAAApog\/aoQ_frhrYREwdaYxgnYT1dPDIkTw0cZOQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-09.jpg\" title=\"Verbena, purpletop vervain, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Ch4\u003EVerbena\u003C\/h4\u003E          \u003Cdiv\u003E            Purpletop vervain or tall verbena, whatever you call it, there is no             missing this plant. It is a perennial with an upright and open form,             and towers over your other plants. Grown in full sun, it has             clusters of flowers that appear in late spring and attract             butterflies. Planted en masse, it's a beautiful border plant.\u0026nbsp;           \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LXTIwsrzCQc\/YRQ2ZpdIuGI\/AAAAAAAAppQ\/Ouexu6_0Q3QQt7k3A14APZMPFWa6GDWiwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-21.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"China aster matsumoto mix, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LXTIwsrzCQc\/YRQ2ZpdIuGI\/AAAAAAAAppQ\/Ouexu6_0Q3QQt7k3A14APZMPFWa6GDWiwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-21.jpg\" title=\"China aster matsumoto mix, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E          \u003Ch4 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E            China Aster Matsumoto Mix           \u003C\/h4\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E            China Asters are hardy plants which make them an excellent choice             for a cutting garden. They feature strong stalks and flowers in             shades of pink, blue, red, and white around a yellow center.\u0026nbsp;           \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E            \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nx8IVU09jfM\/YRQ2SLRfivI\/AAAAAAAApoE\/wNF9VxITNZ0ZuDLY1qJI61hwQ0n-j7ssACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-01.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"Maroon amaranth, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-nx8IVU09jfM\/YRQ2SLRfivI\/AAAAAAAApoE\/wNF9VxITNZ0ZuDLY1qJI61hwQ0n-j7ssACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-01.jpg\" title=\"Maroon amaranth, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KEPpurSHJTQ\/YRQ3NXj3KfI\/AAAAAAAApps\/XHo1ipCRae0YvON_VB6Oz5liBLqJtHCJwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-22.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"golden amaranth, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KEPpurSHJTQ\/YRQ3NXj3KfI\/AAAAAAAApps\/XHo1ipCRae0YvON_VB6Oz5liBLqJtHCJwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-22.jpg\" title=\"golden amaranth, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EAmaranth\u003C\/h4\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          This edible plant produces bountiful seed heads on top of tall stalks.           The long trailing stalks are great for vertical flower arrangements           and can hang or drape around the bottom of the container. This garden           features amaranth in a golden and a deep maroon which are a wonderful           addition to bring color to a garden bed.         \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E            \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GfLh7nETe0Q\/YRQ2UQkW4jI\/AAAAAAAApoY\/Yb9hud1ObTEZYkbKZBPJ0SJHsl1mzbB-gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-07.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GfLh7nETe0Q\/YRQ2UQkW4jI\/AAAAAAAApoY\/Yb9hud1ObTEZYkbKZBPJ0SJHsl1mzbB-gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-07.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E            \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LG_2YX-9Mu4\/YRRXd6LbnHI\/AAAAAAAApqU\/5mA7RihPi8AlsdYaGw6bi21PRmgtmx53wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-31.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LG_2YX-9Mu4\/YRRXd6LbnHI\/AAAAAAAApqU\/5mA7RihPi8AlsdYaGw6bi21PRmgtmx53wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-31.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both;\"\u003E            \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-14h0cJyKWUs\/YRRXct_ai1I\/AAAAAAAApqA\/oDXPbZn-WiA1ysKCbI07nT9UFsfT7fuWwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-26.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"964\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-14h0cJyKWUs\/YRRXct_ai1I\/AAAAAAAApqA\/oDXPbZn-WiA1ysKCbI07nT9UFsfT7fuWwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-26.jpg\" title=\"summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ch4 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EDahlias\u003C\/h4\u003E          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E            At the far end of John's garden were my favourite plants, the             dahlias. He planted dozens of varieties and they thrived in the full             sun. I bought some dahlia seedlings from John early this summer and             they are flourishing             \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/one-room-challenge-garden-makeover.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ein my own garden\u003C\/a\u003E. While I don't have the names of these dahlia varieties, I hope             you enjoy these photos.\u0026nbsp;           \u003C\/div\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          Dahlias come in a multitude of colours, shapes and sizes. Some are           petite while others are dinner plate size. Pompon or ball dahlias are           the ones I love the most. Their perfectly arranged petals are           breathtaking - nature is beautiful!         \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          \u0026nbsp;            \u003Cbr \/\u003E           \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Oys7IFZ-7RE\/YRQ2WXDzRdI\/AAAAAAAApoo\/AdDEpasQ16U2JsDHanPCoqnsZdnrqqOwACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-11.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Oys7IFZ-7RE\/YRQ2WXDzRdI\/AAAAAAAApoo\/AdDEpasQ16U2JsDHanPCoqnsZdnrqqOwACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-11.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-W_SvNcpph0Q\/YRRXdhjQ7WI\/AAAAAAAApqQ\/uu4OAYk9fd4bEAY1ngZq7Zw-NgvOXLAXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-30.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-W_SvNcpph0Q\/YRRXdhjQ7WI\/AAAAAAAApqQ\/uu4OAYk9fd4bEAY1ngZq7Zw-NgvOXLAXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-30.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Wq0XsP0U42c\/YRQ2Vi8aJWI\/AAAAAAAApok\/ZxKY6GGO7zw2ciYDHb_bCAO0YrAZkMlJQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-10.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Wq0XsP0U42c\/YRQ2Vi8aJWI\/AAAAAAAApok\/ZxKY6GGO7zw2ciYDHb_bCAO0YrAZkMlJQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-10.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U2xrVI6FryU\/YRRXc1u1nvI\/AAAAAAAApqE\/rO_LonBlNpIU7TGKIBjT2mYsSzwpCWYxACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-27.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U2xrVI6FryU\/YRRXc1u1nvI\/AAAAAAAApqE\/rO_LonBlNpIU7TGKIBjT2mYsSzwpCWYxACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-27.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EIfRRZiOpsc\/YRRXb2vmYFI\/AAAAAAAApp4\/7BP0l8oyISsGt5whSwGUYVCBSRw1hWwXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-23.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-EIfRRZiOpsc\/YRRXb2vmYFI\/AAAAAAAApp4\/7BP0l8oyISsGt5whSwGUYVCBSRw1hWwXgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-23.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6ZsxIBOEpUI\/YRRXe-eH3-I\/AAAAAAAApqk\/a-LUnRyhoe0vxMdHu46pi_3YuywTbQTOACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-35.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6ZsxIBOEpUI\/YRRXe-eH3-I\/AAAAAAAApqk\/a-LUnRyhoe0vxMdHu46pi_3YuywTbQTOACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-35.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TVXvnrPM-dU\/YRRXcIneJhI\/AAAAAAAApp8\/gnjhP1ntoPgRbrBi47QZqT0Tj4NANzaIgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-24.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-TVXvnrPM-dU\/YRRXcIneJhI\/AAAAAAAApp8\/gnjhP1ntoPgRbrBi47QZqT0Tj4NANzaIgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-24.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-caTFCnOOs9k\/YRRXbzQDecI\/AAAAAAAApp0\/Co9RlbLvobs3ldamuKYmA9VDXSVaTtAmQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-25.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-caTFCnOOs9k\/YRRXbzQDecI\/AAAAAAAApp0\/Co9RlbLvobs3ldamuKYmA9VDXSVaTtAmQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-25.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1_CxbsrwTRs\/YRRXeRnhjOI\/AAAAAAAApqY\/iTAtQ1zrng4qnrfhEdBSfk2vYIJ-wBa5ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-32.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1_CxbsrwTRs\/YRRXeRnhjOI\/AAAAAAAApqY\/iTAtQ1zrng4qnrfhEdBSfk2vYIJ-wBa5ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-32.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xzU79_XJagk\/YRRXe9BuhDI\/AAAAAAAApqg\/KZx0obuLiOwyACbhq9Bc-Wb4ZHctpuOMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-34.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-xzU79_XJagk\/YRRXe9BuhDI\/AAAAAAAApqg\/KZx0obuLiOwyACbhq9Bc-Wb4ZHctpuOMwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-34.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v6_0XSzKm1U\/YRRXc0NylpI\/AAAAAAAApqI\/l5yvH_wTHVk2kqF9CfZEVhVDcRdkkQcrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-28.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-v6_0XSzKm1U\/YRRXc0NylpI\/AAAAAAAApqI\/l5yvH_wTHVk2kqF9CfZEVhVDcRdkkQcrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-28.jpg\" title=\"dahlia, summer garden flowers, blooming flowers, summer flowers that bloom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E          \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E                  I hope you enjoyed this tour of John's flower garden. I know I left           inspired to try some new plants in my garden beds next summer!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;        \u003Cbr \/\u003EBut for now, I went home with a vase of dahlias and this container           filled with cut flowers. I've used it to make small arrangements           scattered throughout my home. The flowers are just as stunning in an           arrangement as they were out in the field!         \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Tt1ir3iBVRg\/YRUs9_0fDoI\/AAAAAAAAprk\/r4fUBnKkU-oY4L4oyCnEXLvN0JEVV8xIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-38.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Tt1ir3iBVRg\/YRUs9_0fDoI\/AAAAAAAAprk\/r4fUBnKkU-oY4L4oyCnEXLvN0JEVV8xIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-38.jpg\" title=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E               \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R5rxUIsxrb0\/YRUs9_k_kHI\/AAAAAAAAprc\/RTRvRznjQKYWhl7vkunsj10IYt0Q6ng_ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-39.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-R5rxUIsxrb0\/YRUs9_k_kHI\/AAAAAAAAprc\/RTRvRznjQKYWhl7vkunsj10IYt0Q6ng_ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-39.jpg\" title=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WUsJ1VdLbvQ\/YRUs9zlaiQI\/AAAAAAAAprg\/6HVa8UdSi7YdFjqJPl3NIVu7y4mw2fjGQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-40.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-WUsJ1VdLbvQ\/YRUs9zlaiQI\/AAAAAAAAprg\/6HVa8UdSi7YdFjqJPl3NIVu7y4mw2fjGQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/summer-garden-flowers-bloom-40.jpg\" title=\"cut flower arrangement, flowers from a cutting garden, summer garden flowers\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; 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My favourite element in the   room has to be my \u003Cb\u003EDIY desk makeover\u003C\/b\u003E.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  I’m glad that I resisted buying a new desk and instead scoured thrift stores,   yard sales, and Facebook Marketplace for just the right old piece to give a new   look. Furniture makeovers not only keep usable items out of landfills, they are also a great way to create something that is uniquely yours.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EThis is a very easy DIY and you can achieve spectacular results with a   few simple materials, not a lot of time, and without spending a ton of money. Here’s how to makeover an old desk with paint.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003EThank you to     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie Paint\u003C\/a\u003E for     providing the materials used in this makeover!\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5vSp6xMjQkU\/YOOi9bJ59YI\/AAAAAAAAphk\/sEAVI9Q-tF0X6ZaP-I4bXRoo7GWk02kXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1800\/how-to-makeover-desk-with-paint.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1800\" data-original-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5vSp6xMjQkU\/YOOi9bJ59YI\/AAAAAAAAphk\/sEAVI9Q-tF0X6ZaP-I4bXRoo7GWk02kXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-makeover-desk-with-paint.png\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EDIY Desk Makeover\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  The first step to achieving a great results with an old desk makeover is in   selecting a piece of furniture in good condition. You’ll want to check the   desk for looks and functionality.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  I planned to have my desk placed in the middle of the roam so I had a few   specific criteria:\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      finished on four sides (i.e. the back of the desk was not unfinished and       meant to be up against a wall)\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003Eopen legs with no cross braces or shelves below the desk\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003Esome storage drawers\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      less than 5’ long so it could fit in my small office room and have space       for circulation around the desk\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003Ein great shape with no broken or missing parts\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      traditional lines to fit with the classic decor scheme of my office\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003Ea real wood top that I could refinish\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003EFinding just the right old desk may require patience but desks come up   fairly frequently on the resale market so don’t settle for a piece of   furniture that isn’t perfect for your needs. Here’s the desk I found on   Facebook Marketplace. It had the traditional lines I was hoping for and looked   to have a decorative real wood top beneath the stain.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9s_vK_O5X6c\/YOOEVnsBeOI\/AAAAAAAApgM\/dqFZ58TjQw47_ZduwXNQWgc9KQl2OJfCQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/classic-home-office-41.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"825\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-9s_vK_O5X6c\/YOOEVnsBeOI\/AAAAAAAApgM\/dqFZ58TjQw47_ZduwXNQWgc9KQl2OJfCQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-41.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Once you have your old desk, set up in an open space with good ventilation. I   worked out in our garage with a drop cloth on the floor and the garage door   open while I painted.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EMaterials:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EOld desk\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/jolie-paint\/products\/paint-swedish-grey\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E1 quart Jolie paint in Swedish Grey\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/jolie-paint\/products\/paint-gesso-white\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E1 quart Jolie paint in Gesso White\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/topcoats\/products\/jolie-varnish-low-luster\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie Low-luster Varnish 8 oz\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/topcoats\/products\/finishing-wax-clear\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie clear finishing wax 500 ml\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/brushes\/products\/jolie-signature-brushes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie signature brush\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/brushes\/products\/jolie-wax-brushes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie wax brush\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/brushes\/products\/sanding-pads\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie sanding pads\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2V9Q2Cy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOrbital sander\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+9_NlMAYRSy91ymlgNp8TPw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESandpaper in various grits\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+if7ZEIhiLxeifAVCP39Ahw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ELint free cloths\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3yo9LN4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAll purpose cleaner \u0026amp; degreaser\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+WejrwUzpbmFIkxpJx1wUTw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWood filler\u003C\/a\u003E, \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3jNncSO\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Espackling\u003C\/a\u003E, or joint   compound\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dJsYRi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPutty knife\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  What kind of paint do you use on a desk?\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  You can use latex or oil based paint in a satin or semigloss finish for   painting furniture. However, for a super easy yet equally durable finish, I   prefer to use a chalk paint. Even if this is your first time painting   furniture, you can achieve a professional look with chalk paint.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Chalk paint is actually a registered trademark owned by   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesloan.com\/products\/chalk-paint\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EAnnie Sloan\u003C\/a\u003E  but more generically refers to paint that has a matte, chalk-like finish.   There are many brands which produce chalky finish paint including Annie Sloan,   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionmineralpaint.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EFusion Mineral Paint\u003C\/a\u003E, FAT paint (which I used   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2016\/03\/fat-chalk-paint-navy-bookcase-transformation.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eon my blue bookcase\u003C\/a\u003E), BEHR (they also make a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+3qDCVD1ahm4TUXD5MJ8fvQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Echalked spray paint\u003C\/a\u003E), and \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EJolie Paint\u003C\/a\u003E, which is   what I’m using for this project.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_5JBUmmVI_E\/YOOIhzZnecI\/AAAAAAAApgs\/-Vw_RxVVUXIZ81DQvBuFbrJpi7tLGZuxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-10.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"825\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-_5JBUmmVI_E\/YOOIhzZnecI\/AAAAAAAApgs\/-Vw_RxVVUXIZ81DQvBuFbrJpi7tLGZuxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-10.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Chalk paint requires no prep work. You can paint directly on   previously-painted surfaces or unpainted surfaces. It applies easily, doesn't show brush strokes, and dries   quickly. You can distress it for a more rustic look, or use protective waxes   to enhance details and provide a more durable finish.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EStep 1: Clean and vacuum the desk\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Empty out all the drawers and vacuum to remove any remaining debris. Remove   the drawers. Spray the desk with an   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3yo9LN4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eall purpose cleaner\/degreaser\u003C\/a\u003E  and use a cloth or non-abrasive sponge to wipe it down. For more stubborn   grime or dirt, use a heavy-duty cleaner like TSP. Let the desk fully   dry.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Step 2: Sand parts that will be left as natural wood\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  For this desk, I wanted to have a two tone finish: a chalk finish paint on the   legs and body, and natural wood on the top of the desk. As I was using a chalk   finish paint for this project, I could paint directly on the previous paint on   the legs and body. They did not need to be sanded down.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E6z3K-zGNMs\/YOOIp4qbyXI\/AAAAAAAAphI\/fTUz2QUL-2Ayff88a4jsuYVEU1SgdxxAQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-9.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-E6z3K-zGNMs\/YOOIp4qbyXI\/AAAAAAAAphI\/fTUz2QUL-2Ayff88a4jsuYVEU1SgdxxAQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-9.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  The desk top however would be left as a natural wood with a protective top   coat. I sanded this area down using my   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2V9Q2Cy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Epower hand sander\u003C\/a\u003E and   100 grit sandpaper. Sand in long strokes parallel to the wood grain.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  The decorative pattern on my desk top was actually a thin wood veneer. I used   medium (100 grit) and fine (220 grit) sandpaper to ensure I did not sand the   veneer too deeply. The curved edge of the desk top started to lose its shape as I sanded so I decided to paint that part as well. Once you are finished sanding, wipe the entire desk down   with a cloth.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VHTaA_pN7Cc\/YOOIpx2u_MI\/AAAAAAAAphE\/ayNLeOP2Ufkx9vWb_3FOpPvVhqbiUsRXQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-8.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-VHTaA_pN7Cc\/YOOIpx2u_MI\/AAAAAAAAphE\/ayNLeOP2Ufkx9vWb_3FOpPvVhqbiUsRXQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-8.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EStep 3: Fill any holes\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Using a putty knife, fill any holes, dents, or scratches in the furniture. If   you will be changing out the old hardware for new pulls or knobs that are a   different size, fill in the old hardware holes with putty and drill new   holes.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QdcD81YJ2PE\/YOOIg27jdbI\/AAAAAAAApgk\/vwYxzyJVElM3BdbLbk8J0TPmNNP7IdHNACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"455\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QdcD81YJ2PE\/YOOIg27jdbI\/AAAAAAAApgk\/vwYxzyJVElM3BdbLbk8J0TPmNNP7IdHNACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-1.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  You can use   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+WejrwUzpbmFIkxpJx1wUTw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewood filler, sparkling or joint compound\u003C\/a\u003E  to fill holes. Apply using a putty knife wider than your hole. Level the   surface and let dry. Then use a fine grit sandpaper to sand down the filled areas. Run your hand over the surface to check for any   high spots. Keep sanding as needed then wipe with a cloth.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EStep 4: Apply first coat of paint\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Prepare your materials and desk in preparation for painting. For my desk, I   combined Jolie paint in Swedish Grey with Jolie paint in Gesso White to create   a custom paint color. This fresh coat of paint in an almost white paint colour   would highlight the curves of the piece of furniture and keep it from feeling   too heavy in the room.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GgKtRGDJADI\/YOOIp0kE45I\/AAAAAAAAphA\/btREWl1QBm0gb3aQK0QOLLu1PGR8lFy3QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-7.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-GgKtRGDJADI\/YOOIp0kE45I\/AAAAAAAAphA\/btREWl1QBm0gb3aQK0QOLLu1PGR8lFy3QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-7.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Use painter’s tape to tape off any areas that won’t be painted. Apply the   chalky finish paint in long brush strokes to the entire desk. You’ll notice   that chalk paint is thick but goes on and spreads easily. You don’t need to be conscious   of applying it in thin layers as you would a latex paint.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JgnAHDSPgDc\/YOOInBmtTKI\/AAAAAAAApg8\/YXxjfXyIsOwHVFlPMf5gZB0gFC2C13uIQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-6.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"802\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JgnAHDSPgDc\/YOOInBmtTKI\/AAAAAAAApg8\/YXxjfXyIsOwHVFlPMf5gZB0gFC2C13uIQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-6.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  The Jolie signature brush was ideal for painting the curved legs and getting   even coverage on the body and back of the piece. Be sure to paint the drawer   fronts and any edges exposed around the drawers. You don’t need to get opaque   coverage in the first coat. Just be sure to cover each surface with a first   coat and let it dry.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Step 5: Sand then apply second coat of paint\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  To ensure a smooth finish to your desk, be sure to sand in between paint   coats. Use a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/joliehome.com\/collections\/brushes\/products\/sanding-pads\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emedium to fine (150 to 240 grit) sandpaper\u003C\/a\u003E  and lightly sand in long, light strokes. Sand off any paint drips and high   areas. Wipe down with a cloth after sanding.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K5blxtQMQ6E\/YOOImh7YruI\/AAAAAAAApg4\/cHFqvgYudLUqceEdAil-_AqFQWAiABNygCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-5.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"761\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-K5blxtQMQ6E\/YOOImh7YruI\/AAAAAAAApg4\/cHFqvgYudLUqceEdAil-_AqFQWAiABNygCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-5.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Apply your second coat to your old desk. Again, apply in long brush strokes.   You should have an even layer and no bare spots with your second coat. Let   dry. Sand and apply additional coats of paint if necessary.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Step 5: Apply protective topcoat to natural wood areas\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Give the natural wood areas a more durable finish with a protective topcoat.   For a clear gloss finish, I recommend   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+AxJjUTLz2zGrZ9hgoNjStw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EMinwax Polycrylic\u003C\/a\u003E. This water based finish accentuates the beauty of natural wood and dries to   a crystal clear gloss finish.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7T6X-Bsl5pk\/YOOImi0JEnI\/AAAAAAAApg0\/CCiaX6fF40wlfQv0NPHDcq0Ivr8srX5YACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7T6X-Bsl5pk\/YOOImi0JEnI\/AAAAAAAApg0\/CCiaX6fF40wlfQv0NPHDcq0Ivr8srX5YACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-4.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1OA1BOX1_Vo\/YOOIjHzPA-I\/AAAAAAAApgw\/5UOXw2qYS1MKEKiNc6ynswXqo4goveu7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-1OA1BOX1_Vo\/YOOIjHzPA-I\/AAAAAAAApgw\/5UOXw2qYS1MKEKiNc6ynswXqo4goveu7wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-3.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  For this desk, I preferred a less shiny look so I applied two coats of Jolie   Low-Luster Varnish using a foam roller and was extremely pleased with the end   result. The varnish appears dark when applied but dries to a neutral, low   sheen finish. Be careful not to apply too much pressure and “work” the varnish   in as this will make the finish uneven.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  As you can see, this product did a great job of bringing out the beauty of the   wood veneer pattern.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bkuGLcw7hiE\/YOOEUc_qbDI\/AAAAAAAApgE\/Eyb3ZglDwDcaeh1g0dBssbRjX9teK8pNgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-28.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-bkuGLcw7hiE\/YOOEUc_qbDI\/AAAAAAAApgE\/Eyb3ZglDwDcaeh1g0dBssbRjX9teK8pNgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-28.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Step 6 : Apply wax finish to chalk painted areas\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Similar to the wood, you’ll want to give your painted areas a protective coat   of wax. Waxes come in clear or coloured finishes and can be used to highlight interesting details. The wax allows you to clean the surfaces more easily, prevents   fingerprints, and makes the chalk paint more durable.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PJrEgmddmd8\/YOOIhs1VBGI\/AAAAAAAApgo\/1RXdDwROSJkVHU7I-dkqj6o0OmRKqkkeACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-2.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"825\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PJrEgmddmd8\/YOOIhs1VBGI\/AAAAAAAApgo\/1RXdDwROSJkVHU7I-dkqj6o0OmRKqkkeACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-desk-makeover-paint-2.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  Use a lint-free cloth or wax brush to apply the wax to the entire desk. Work   in smaller areas and apply in shorter strokes, ensuring that you cover every   bit of paint. Use a cloth to wipe off any excess wax.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  If you prefer a slightly polished finish, let the wax dry overnight and   lightly buff it with a clean cloth the next day. The wax requires 24 hours   drying time but takes about 2 weeks to fully harden and cure. Don’t place any   heavy objects on the surface of your desk during this time.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EStep 7: Finishing touches\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  To give your desk a fully updated look, consider adding new hardware, adding   drawer liners, and using drawer inserts to keep things organized. These small   improvements can improve functionality and give your old desk a new and modern   feel.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KbAJxVeqcc4\/YOOEVNDl2PI\/AAAAAAAApgI\/DXj6d-SnbWAenutDUqY87G2yFk8DLk-OwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/classic-home-office-33.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KbAJxVeqcc4\/YOOEVNDl2PI\/AAAAAAAApgI\/DXj6d-SnbWAenutDUqY87G2yFk8DLk-OwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-33.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  As you can see, my old desk has been completely transformed and given new   life. What was once a dark, heavy, dated desk has become a fresh, classic,   beautiful desk. Who knew Cinderella was hiding beneath all those rags!\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7MEnh-BZKoQ\/YOOEUbZaogI\/AAAAAAAApf8\/Cmg0pzsc1-s0FkoQ9X-1lTO7Yr59jW8DQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-20.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"929\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7MEnh-BZKoQ\/YOOEUbZaogI\/AAAAAAAApf8\/Cmg0pzsc1-s0FkoQ9X-1lTO7Yr59jW8DQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-20.jpg\" title=\"how to make over desk with paint, diy desk makeover, painted desk diy makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  I hope you enjoyed this DIY desk makeover and are inspired to undertake your   own. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"hs-body-level-container\" strategyname=\"Blogger\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/1191188609542241976\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/07\/diy-desk-makeover-paint.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/1191188609542241976"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/1191188609542241976"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/07\/diy-desk-makeover-paint.html","title":"How To Makeover An Old Desk With Paint (Easy DIY Tutorial)"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5vSp6xMjQkU\/YOOi9bJ59YI\/AAAAAAAAphk\/sEAVI9Q-tF0X6ZaP-I4bXRoo7GWk02kXACLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/how-to-makeover-desk-with-paint.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-8191064350723694364"},"published":{"$t":"2021-06-15T05:30:00.596-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-06-15T09:56:33.470-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DIY Tips and Advice"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"home decor and crafts"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"sewing and textiles"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"DIY Custom Hoodies For Summer Fun"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E  The Seasonal Simplicity summer tours hosted by Krista at   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThe Happy Housie\u003C\/a\u003E  continue and today my blogger friends and I are sharing summer DIYs and   crafts. I've got a super fun project to share today that's good for summer or   any time of the year. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6W8dEIbe5vA\/YMdNjGw-iiI\/AAAAAAAApVE\/saDn_LUAo7gHnuKQeHIbfgp2RdwD8ec8ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/diy-custom-hoodie-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6W8dEIbe5vA\/YMdNjGw-iiI\/AAAAAAAApVE\/saDn_LUAo7gHnuKQeHIbfgp2RdwD8ec8ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-custom-hoodie-1.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    What's your summer uniform? For my 12 year old, it's shorts, a favourite     breathable cotton t-shirt, and a hoodie for cool mornings or chilly     nights.\u0026nbsp;   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Chloe has grown about six inches in the last year so she was desperately in     need of some new clothes for summer. I thought it would be fun to     \u003Cb\u003Emake her her own custom hoodie \u003C\/b\u003Ewith the name of our cottage     resort,\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2015\/07\/sandbanks-summer-village-and-what-to-do.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EEast Lake Shores\u003C\/a\u003E, on it. This is a great item to have from spring to fall and a unique way     to celebrate places that are special to you.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Getting custom printed clothing isn't as difficult as it looks. Technology     has made it easy to create your own DIY custom hoodies and other clothing     too and be ready for all sorts of summer fun.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7bKmZIak_0w\/YMdNjFwhkUI\/AAAAAAAApU8\/r-G4LNKuwOQtWdJKNDK6hnR3328atwDRACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/diy-custom-hoodie-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-7bKmZIak_0w\/YMdNjFwhkUI\/AAAAAAAApU8\/r-G4LNKuwOQtWdJKNDK6hnR3328atwDRACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-custom-hoodie-3.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch2 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/h2\u003E  \u003Ch2 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EPrint On Demand Clothing\u003C\/h2\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Are you familiar with print-on-demand (POD)? It's a process whereby items     are printed only once an order has been made, often without order     minimums.\u0026nbsp;   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    In the past, if you wanted say t-shirts printed with a custom logo, you     would have to go through two steps in the process: the logo design process,     and the printing process.\u0026nbsp;   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        First, you'd meet with a graphic designer to design you a logo, go         through revisions, then finalize the design.       \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        Then you would have to visit a printer. Once you confirmed that he had         the t-shirts you wanted in stock, you'd place a mininum order, wait a         few weeks for printing, and then pick up your dozen or so t-shirts.       \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003C\/ul\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Nowadays, you get your own printed clothing much more easily and quickly.     There are applications and sites to help with both the logo design and     printing, even if you are not graphically or technologically inclined!   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Here's how I created my DIY Custom Hoodie.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U8kdPcmXe2s\/YMeEQpybrwI\/AAAAAAAApWw\/BjZdL9TS2cY2HQBd5t4gmG2PNZkjm8obwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1653\/How-to-design-and-print-custom-hoodie.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to design custom hoodie, diy custom hoodie, custom print hoodie canada\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1653\" data-original-width=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U8kdPcmXe2s\/YMeEQpybrwI\/AAAAAAAApWw\/BjZdL9TS2cY2HQBd5t4gmG2PNZkjm8obwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/How-to-design-and-print-custom-hoodie.png\" title=\"how to design custom hoodie, diy custom hoodie, custom print hoodie canada\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ELogo Design Using Canva\u003C\/h3\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    If you are creating any sort of graphic design - from logos to resumes to     Instagram story layouts - the program you should be using is     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/partner.canva.com\/YgdVej\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ECanva\u003C\/a\u003E. Canva     is my absolute favourite program. It has a \u003Cu\u003Efree\u003C\/u\u003E version that is     robust enough for most basic design work. It makes me feel like a graphic     designer and takes the fear out of designing.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    You don't have to be creative or artistic to use canva. The preset     templates, suggested font pairings, layouts, and drag and drop elements are     super easy to use. To create a logo:   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    \u003Col style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cli\u003EType \"logo\" into the search bar\u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003ECreate your logo design. You can\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003C\/ol\u003E    \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cul\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          Use one of their pre-designed logos as a starting point, or\u0026nbsp;         \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003ECreate a blank logo from scratch, or\u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          Use\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAEhXcluuhY\/z287VxAaDN4jaL56XnPfcQ\/view?utm_content=DAEhXcluuhY\u0026amp;utm_campaign=designshare\u0026amp;utm_medium=link\u0026amp;utm_source=sharebutton\u0026amp;mode=preview\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis logo template I created\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and modify as needed         \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003C\/ul\u003E    \u003C\/ul\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAEhXcluuhY\/z287VxAaDN4jaL56XnPfcQ\/view?utm_content=DAEhXcluuhY\u0026amp;utm_campaign=designshare\u0026amp;utm_medium=link\u0026amp;utm_source=sharebutton\u0026amp;mode=preview\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"custom hoodie logo template, hoodie logo canva, custom summer hoodie logo\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"900\" data-original-width=\"1058\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4cWcAcqhzZs\/YMd-zWo9LMI\/AAAAAAAApWo\/AeTv7VqcWeEzG_o32nKSHwOdW7HPfPGoQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/custom-logo-template-canva.jpg\" title=\"custom hoodie logo template, hoodie logo canva, custom summer hoodie logo\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    Whatever method you choose, ensure that your file is at least 1500 by 1500px     so that it is suitable for printing. Resize your file (top left menu bar) if     needed.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    Once you've created your design, you'll need to download it as a PNG file.     Click the Download button, select PNG as a file type, slide the file size to     4500 x 4500px (this will allow you to resize your logo if needed and     maintain resolution quality), and click Transparent background. Now that you     have your design file, you're ready to put this design on clothing.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rKeaiqDdZu8\/YMd9AH7_UQI\/AAAAAAAApWI\/SmF9ny6rJTs9RxpJ5vb9ta7S2cV5tZ0mwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s2048\/saving-a-logo-in-canva.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"custom hoodie logo template, hoodie logo canva, custom summer hoodie logo\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1080\" data-original-width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-rKeaiqDdZu8\/YMd9AH7_UQI\/AAAAAAAApWI\/SmF9ny6rJTs9RxpJ5vb9ta7S2cV5tZ0mwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/saving-a-logo-in-canva.jpg\" title=\"custom hoodie logo template, hoodie logo canva, custom summer hoodie logo\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ESelecting A Print On Demand (POD) Supplier\u003C\/h3\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    There are an abundance of POD sites out there that can print your design on     items. Let me make some distinctions:   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EPrint on demand Service:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h4\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    These sites allow you to create designs that can be printed on objects and     clothing. You can create and buy these items for your own personal use, or     create them to sell in your own online shop. Examples are\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.printful.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPrintful\u003C\/a\u003E    or \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/printify.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPrintify\u003C\/a\u003E. These sites     often integrate easily with shopping platforms (e.g. Shopify), making the     process of designing and selling in your own shop seamless.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EPrint on demand Marketplace:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h4\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    These sites are places to either (a) create and sell your designs printed on     objects, or (b) shop as a consumer for designs created by other people.     Examples are     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+v-eQqYkXs1sPxLCsigUIhw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERedbubble\u003C\/a\u003E    and     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/society6.com\/ramblingrenovators\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESociety6\u003C\/a\u003E. You cannot sell the items you create in your own online shop; they are     available for sale only on the POD site. You don't have to sell your designs     either - you can design your own products, keep them private, and purchase     them without the retail markup for your own use.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    Most POD marketplaces offer t-shirts and hoodies, but where these sites     differ is in both the variety and quality of products they offer and     shipping costs. If you want to compare, add an item to your online cart and     proceed through the checkout process to see shipping costs.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    As an artist, I have both\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+v-eQqYkXs1sPxLCsigUIhw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERedbubble\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/society6.com\/ramblingrenovators\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESociety6\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;shops. I find that Society6 is great for things like prints (I have     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+cAFpy4kJRwRwHuHNyvyWKQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethis one\u003C\/a\u003E    hanging in my office) and certain products like\u0026nbsp;my     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/society6.com\/ramblingrenovators\/collection\/the-plaid-rug-shoppe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eplaid outdoor mats\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.redbubble.com\/people\/rr-shop\/shop?artistUserName=RR-Shop\u0026amp;asc=u\u0026amp;iaCode=u-clothing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ERedbubble\u003C\/a\u003E    is where I sell     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.redbubble.com\/people\/rr-shop\/shop?artistUserName=RR-Shop\u0026amp;asc=u\u0026amp;iaCode=u-clothing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eclothing\u003C\/a\u003E. I've been really happy with the quality and fast shipment of Redbubble's     clothing.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4GC_fcdWi8c\/YMdNjA9VKrI\/AAAAAAAApVA\/ynWUSOXKBt43q6jQaj7ilZIFMt1Ar2AdgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/diy-custom-hoodie-2.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-4GC_fcdWi8c\/YMdNjA9VKrI\/AAAAAAAApVA\/ynWUSOXKBt43q6jQaj7ilZIFMt1Ar2AdgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-custom-hoodie-2.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Ci\u003EWhy create a Redbubble shop?\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    You might be wondering why you should create a Redbubble shop, if you're     planning to only use these items for personal use and not sell them.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    I think that it's handy to have a shop for those times when you want a     custom design. Here's a few ways you can use personally your shop:   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    - create a custom baby onesie to celebrate a first birthday   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    - create your own throw pillow covers for each season   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    - create a set of custom tote bags for a girls weekend getaway   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    - create matching family t-shirts for a vacation or family reunion   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    You can \u003Cb\u003Ekeep your design Private and still purchase it\u003C\/b\u003E, if you don't     want to share your work with anyone!   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pQ7k1g2WCZ8\/YMd8-y6F8OI\/AAAAAAAApV0\/oTCFPf2P3DYbgoXYtE5Br793_5zAAYRdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s2348\/creating-a-logo-in-canva.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1076\" data-original-width=\"2348\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pQ7k1g2WCZ8\/YMd8-y6F8OI\/AAAAAAAApV0\/oTCFPf2P3DYbgoXYtE5Br793_5zAAYRdACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/creating-a-logo-in-canva.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    How to create a custom print hoodie in Redbubble   \u003C\/h3\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Col style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cli\u003ECreate your account on Redbubble. Sign up as an Artist.\u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003ESelect Add New Work and upload your design file.\u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        Enable only the product you want. For example, I only wanted to print my         design on a hoodie so I enabled Standard Print Clothing. I kept all         other products Disabled.       \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        Click Edit on the product. You will see a mockup your design on the         item. Change the product style (e.g. t-shirt, long sleeve, hoodie) to         see how your design looks on various items.       \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        Optimize your design placement and size for the exact item you want. For         example, if you want a small logo on a t-shirt, position your design         like this:\u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YGk98Sm4xwQ\/YMd9AeM6B5I\/AAAAAAAApWM\/-UsUwBIlLewshufA0ezIwF660A1yYyFMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s2048\/small-t-shirt-logo-redbubble.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1248\" data-original-width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-YGk98Sm4xwQ\/YMd9AeM6B5I\/AAAAAAAApWM\/-UsUwBIlLewshufA0ezIwF660A1yYyFMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/small-t-shirt-logo-redbubble.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        Or if you want a larger logo centred on a hoodie, position your design         like this:\u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gDVIkTMCYVg\/YMd8_eDOD7I\/AAAAAAAApV8\/uwOkU0BNSskP4O_I9pN_pmsYJdkr3tnIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1824\/large-hoodie-logo-redbubble.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1246\" data-original-width=\"1824\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gDVIkTMCYVg\/YMd8_eDOD7I\/AAAAAAAApV8\/uwOkU0BNSskP4O_I9pN_pmsYJdkr3tnIACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/large-hoodie-logo-redbubble.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003Cli\u003E        Once you have finalized the size and layout, set your design to Only you         (private) and click Save Work.       \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003C\/ol\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3m-EvEMHpAE\/YMd8-xiEL6I\/AAAAAAAApV4\/av_IXFb6j6IA55JqwUv0K6UuNL2MdQrBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s2048\/keep-design-private-redbubble.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1284\" data-original-width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3m-EvEMHpAE\/YMd8-xiEL6I\/AAAAAAAApV4\/av_IXFb6j6IA55JqwUv0K6UuNL2MdQrBQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/keep-design-private-redbubble.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      You'll now be brought to the design preview page. Click View in the top       right corner to go to the design shopping page. Select the product you       want and add it to your cart.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-NoKj1SgPpE8\/YMd8_yW_vUI\/AAAAAAAApWE\/8Tnv3YbnEh0FXuXxXZBx6G0MRlIElm_vQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s2614\/product-shopping-page-redbubble.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1203\" data-original-width=\"2614\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-NoKj1SgPpE8\/YMd8_yW_vUI\/AAAAAAAApWE\/8Tnv3YbnEh0FXuXxXZBx6G0MRlIElm_vQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/product-shopping-page-redbubble.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EArtist Discount on Redbubble\u003C\/h4\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      Since you created the artwork featured on the product, you'll       automatically get the product without the retail markup. Note that on the       shopping page the hoodie is $46.78 CAD, but when I go into my cart, it       automatically gives me the artist discount and shows as $40.34 CAD.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UJ0rbGKF9tw\/YMd-Uix5iaI\/AAAAAAAApWg\/mS8uJHe8jjk2xEAB0Nqkbpclhl7SxObKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1614\/artist-discount-coupon-redbubble.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1182\" data-original-width=\"1614\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-UJ0rbGKF9tw\/YMd-Uix5iaI\/AAAAAAAApWg\/mS8uJHe8jjk2xEAB0Nqkbpclhl7SxObKwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/artist-discount-coupon-redbubble.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      Furthermore, you can apply coupons to get even more discounts. Sign up for       their newsletter to get a 10% coupon. I did a quick search and found       coupon \u003Cb\u003E11FORYOU\u003C\/b\u003E which gives an 11% discount. I also like to use the       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.joinhoney.com\/ref\/k5bpi4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EHoney app\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to find coupons for me - it saves me lots when I'm shopping online!     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    At the time I purchased, I had found a 20% coupon so my hoodie only cost me     about $45 CAD including shipping and taxes. It only took 3 days from     ordering until the hoodie landed on my doorstep!\u0026nbsp;   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LhWoYjpgNP0\/YMdNj7PDc2I\/AAAAAAAApVI\/LvWJ10KybbkvODZb806iu3vHfPkjp-zgwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/diy-custom-hoodie-4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-LhWoYjpgNP0\/YMdNj7PDc2I\/AAAAAAAApVI\/LvWJ10KybbkvODZb806iu3vHfPkjp-zgwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/diy-custom-hoodie-4.jpg\" title=\"diy custom hoodie, custom printed hoodie redbubble, diy custom hoodies for family\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    This is the lightweight hoodie in Grey and I think the quality and printing     are really good. It's held up to washing and the colours are nice and     bright.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    Most importantly, my tween loves wearing it. It's her designated cottage     hoodie and it travels with her from beach to campfire.   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E    What do you think? Are you tempted to make your own custom printed clothing?   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sh5ycE0Ddng\/YMfL5AUt_eI\/AAAAAAAApW8\/mK3sGKi-M0U2r6OO3R_of5uV0mSEEsI0ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s2048\/unnamed%2B%25284%2529.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"summer diy ideas, summer craft ideas, diy crafts for summer\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"2048\" data-original-width=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sh5ycE0Ddng\/YMfL5AUt_eI\/AAAAAAAApW8\/mK3sGKi-M0U2r6OO3R_of5uV0mSEEsI0ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/unnamed%2B%25284%2529.jpeg\" title=\"summer diy ideas, summer craft ideas, diy crafts for summer\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cbr \/\u003E  \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-37854\" height=\"80\" src=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Seasonal-Simplicity-Summer-Series-graphic.jpg\" width=\"400\" \/\u003E \u003C\/h4\u003E  This week I'm joining some of my talented blogging friends for the Summer   Seasonal Simplicity Series: DIY\/Craft Project Hop. Be sure to check out all of   the creative summer DIY ideas by visiting the links under the images below. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-49904\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Summer-DIY-Craft-Hop-1.jpg\" width=\"800\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/diy-crate-succulent-planter\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY Crate Succulent Planter\u003C\/a\u003E  at The Happy Housie\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/inspirationformoms.porch.com\/easy-front-door-planters-you-can-make\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPoppy and Fern Front Door Planters\u003C\/a\u003E  at Inspiration for Moms\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/shegaveitago.com\/diy-beaded-garland-tutorial\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY Beaded Garland\u003C\/a\u003E  at She Gave it a Go\u0026nbsp; 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Scentsible\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com\/summer-basket-wreath-from-a-3-thrift-store-find\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ESummer Basket Wreath from a $3 Thrift Store Find\u003C\/a\u003E  at Confessions of a Serial DIYer\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/diy-custom-hoodies.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY Custom Hoodies for Summer Fun\u003C\/a\u003E  at Rambling Renovators \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Cimg alt=\"\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-49905\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/thehappyhousie.porch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Summer-DIY-Craft-Hop-2.jpg\" width=\"800\" \/\u003E\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.paint-me-pink.com\/diy-pedestal-bowl\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY Pedestal Bowl\u003C\/a\u003E  at Paint Me Pink\u0026nbsp; 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\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/aprettylifeinthesuburbs.com\/easy-no-sew-outdoor-tablecloth-or-picnic-blanket\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY No Sew Outdoor Tablecloth or Picnic Blanket\u003C\/a\u003E  at A Pretty Life\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/wp.me\/p9JrOr-3aO\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY Egg Shell Art\u003C\/a\u003E  at Dans le Lakehouse   \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"hs-body-level-container\" strategyname=\"Blogger\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/8191064350723694364\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/diy-custom-hoodies.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8191064350723694364"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8191064350723694364"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/diy-custom-hoodies.html","title":"DIY Custom Hoodies For Summer Fun"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-6W8dEIbe5vA\/YMdNjGw-iiI\/AAAAAAAApVE\/saDn_LUAo7gHnuKQeHIbfgp2RdwD8ec8ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/diy-custom-hoodie-1.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-2970317701510236587"},"published":{"$t":"2021-06-02T05:30:00.004-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-06-03T16:42:05.072-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"building projects"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DIY Tips and Advice"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"garden and patio"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"one room challenge"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"How To Set Up A Soaker Hose System For The Garden"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E  It's Week 5 of the One Room Challenge and things are progressing nicely with   our garden project. Despite the   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/hydraulic-fluid-spill-lawn.html\"\u003Eunfortunate events that happened last week\u003C\/a\u003E, we're moving on. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003EIf you're new to Rambling Renovators, welcome! My name is Jennifer. I     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/ramblingrenovators.lpages.co\/design-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ehelp people create functional and beautiful homes\u003C\/a\u003E, I help brands create digital content strategies, and I've been writing     this blog since 2007. I live with my husband and daughter in Toronto, Canada     in a     \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/p\/before-afters.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecentre-plan, mid century colonial style house\u003C\/a\u003E    that we've infused with the fresh traditional style we love. We DIY all our     renovations and have a fondness for architectural details, built-ins, and     classic decor.\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ueOnNZHftzE\/YLVGE2dYEAI\/AAAAAAAApE8\/SPB4RhiM72wsXjnV-faE8CDB8xcSee74QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"877\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ueOnNZHftzE\/YLVGE2dYEAI\/AAAAAAAApE8\/SPB4RhiM72wsXjnV-faE8CDB8xcSee74QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-3.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AIAj9gMkGSA\/YLVLTRl0D9I\/AAAAAAAApF0\/NFLnbYUL_hUryHt29bd9Gpacr5OIly6WwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1653\/soaker-hose-system-garden.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"soaker hose system for the garden, soaker hose irrigation, garden soaker hose, how to set up a soaker hose system\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1653\" data-original-width=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-AIAj9gMkGSA\/YLVLTRl0D9I\/AAAAAAAApF0\/NFLnbYUL_hUryHt29bd9Gpacr5OIly6WwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden.png\" title=\"soaker hose system for the garden, soaker hose irrigation, garden soaker hose, how to set up a soaker hose system\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EWatering System For The Garden\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Our challenge this week was to figure out how to set up a watering system for   the garden. With the plants in the front garden and back cutting garden   finally in the ground, our priority now is to keep these plants alive. So far   we've been watering them manually twice daily with our garden hose in hopes that the   plants will establish roots quickly and start to flourish. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  But daily watering by hand isn't practical. We have a cottage that we've been   itching to visit so that means devising an automatic watering system for the gardens that will run while we're away. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-umx5aXh96f0\/YLVGFNYzOfI\/AAAAAAAApFE\/-K_wFjLtSEMQ548UY29blNTiS4YLnFGOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-umx5aXh96f0\/YLVGFNYzOfI\/AAAAAAAApFE\/-K_wFjLtSEMQ548UY29blNTiS4YLnFGOwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-4.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EDrip Hose vs Soaker Hose\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Being garden newbies, I had to do a bit of research to determine what kind of   irrigation system was right for our garden. Our   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2016\/06\/adding-colour-into-garden.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eprevious home\u003C\/a\u003E  had in-ground sprinklers and that was glorious but we weren't looking to make   that kind of substantial investment here.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Our options were a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.eartheasy.com\/articles\/drip-irrigation-vs-soaker-hoses-which-is-better-for-your-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edrip irrigation system or a soaker hose system\u003C\/a\u003E. What's the difference between a soaker hose and drip hose?\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Drip irrigation uses flexible plastic tubing with holes or \"emitters\" that       allows water to drip into the soil. You can combine several emitters for       larger plants, allowing you to control both location and flow rate of your       water     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Soaker hoses are porous garden hoses. Water seeps through the walls of a       soaker hose and waters the entire length of the hose. Soaker hoses are       less expensive to set up but are also less precise.     \u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  For our needs, a soaker hose system would be the best option. We wanted a   system that was affordable, could span a wide area, and would be easy to   operate.   \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ci\u003EAre soaker hoses good for gardens?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EAbsolutely. There are many benefits to using soaker hoses over watering by hand. Soaker hoses deliver water at ground level. This wets the soil slowly, evenly, and regularly. You don't lose moisture due to evaporation and the foliage of the plants remains dry. Soaker hose systems are inexpensive to set up but do keep an eye on your water bill and ensure you are not watering excessively.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EHow To Set Up a Soaker Hose System\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Setting up a DIY soaker hose system is not a difficult task. It requires a bit of   preplanning, accurate measuring, and installation. Here's the steps we   followed to set up our garden soaker hose system. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E1. Determine the areas to be serviced\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Our soaker hose system would need to cover three areas: the backyard cutting   garden, the side yard Viburnum shrubs, and the front garden. Since the   Viburnums are beside the front garden, we could consider those two areas as   one zone. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  For ease, let's refer to these areas as Zone 1 (front garden and Viburnum   shrubs) and Zone 2 (backyard cutting garden).   \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E2. Measure the area to be watered\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Since our outdoor faucet sits at the back of our house, we had a lot of ground   to cover. Here's how we measured and set up hoses for each zone. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EZone 1:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      The hose path would run along the back of our house, through the side       fence, past the Viburnum shrubs, and into the front garden     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Soaker hose only needed to be use near the plants. Therefore, we could use       a regular, less expensive garden hose to get from the faucet and through       the fence.\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003EWe would do a loop of hose around the base of each Viburnum shrub\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      In the front garden, we would do a zigzag shape. Soaker hose would run       past the base of each plant. We would do a loop around the bigger plants       (Juniper tree, azalea, Euonymus tree). It would be laid through the       triangular shaped front garden and then along the side of the walkway,       terminating at the driveway     \u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E \u003Cdiv\u003E \u003Cdiv\u003EZone 2:\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Similar to Zone 1, we would also use a regular garden hose to bring water       from the faucet to the edge of the cutting garden, and then switch to a       soaker hose     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Soaker hose would be laid in three horizontal lines through the       garden.\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    Sean and I took a measuring tape and calculated ever straight run, turn, and     zig zag along the hose path and added that up to get the total. We     determined we would need at least:   \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003EZone 1: 40 feet of garden hose + 124 feet of soaker hose\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003EZone 2: 25 feet of garden hose + 50 feet of soaker hose\u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f0_G1ARNSjU\/YLVGGP9aHDI\/AAAAAAAApFU\/p3vq2q6qQU4k5wL4BCDREAho9s5rggwpQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-8.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1235\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-f0_G1ARNSjU\/YLVGGP9aHDI\/AAAAAAAApFU\/p3vq2q6qQU4k5wL4BCDREAho9s5rggwpQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-8.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E3. Order your supplies\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  In addition to the garden hose and soaker hose, we wanted to have our watering   system on a timer. The timer would need to be able to accommodate two zones.   These are the items we ordered: \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      1 x\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/yardworks-dry-seal-2-zone-digital-water-timer-1590318p.html#srp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EYardworks Dry Seal 2-Zone Digital Water Timer\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      2 x       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/certified-light-duty-hose-50-ft-0593316p.html#srp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E50' garden hose\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      4 x       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.canadiantire.ca\/en\/pdp\/certified-soaker-hose-50-ft-0591102p.html#srp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E50' soaker hose\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2R8KxSZ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003E100 pack 6\" garden staples\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lD_FhR8B2Iw\/YLVGE68dyTI\/AAAAAAAApFA\/cEoAYX8SBrsL5h7Q-h1TE1GxPASQF59wwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-lD_FhR8B2Iw\/YLVGE68dyTI\/AAAAAAAApFA\/cEoAYX8SBrsL5h7Q-h1TE1GxPASQF59wwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-1.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gioI8spQzhM\/YLVGFl9tkGI\/AAAAAAAApFI\/DLu_-myFSHQyLKGM5o1Nkn2ILTKCYumrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-5.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-gioI8spQzhM\/YLVGFl9tkGI\/AAAAAAAApFI\/DLu_-myFSHQyLKGM5o1Nkn2ILTKCYumrACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-5.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E4. Set up your timer and hose\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Setting up the hose was pretty straightforward. The timer connected to the   faucet and was easy to program. Regular garden hoses and soaker hoses have the   same diameter and fittings are can easily be connected. Here's a few tips for   laying soaker hose: \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Unroll your new soaker hose and let it lie in the sun for an hour. This       will get out any kinks and help the hose lay flat.     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003EStart laying at the end point to ensure you don't run out of hose\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      For new plants, lay the hose as close to the plant stem as possible. For       established plants, you can lay the hose about two inches away as they       have longer roots\u0026nbsp;     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003EMake loops around plants that need extra water\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Open the faucet partially and see if enough water and pressure is       generated to get the water to the end of the hose. You don't want to have       too much water pressure causing the water to spray from the hose.       Conversely, you don't want to have too little pressure and fail to have       the water reach the end. Adjust the faucet as needed.     \u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003ESet hoses in place using garden staples\/pins\u003C\/li\u003E    \u003Cli\u003E      Cover hoses with mulch to reduce loss of moisture due to evaporation and       prevent sun damage     \u003C\/li\u003E  \u003C\/ul\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uc5l5vrfp5c\/YLVGGaVaGjI\/AAAAAAAApFY\/KIuZhQiYOJkQpoLYM77XkTuOkNuyPwX2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-9.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uc5l5vrfp5c\/YLVGGaVaGjI\/AAAAAAAApFY\/KIuZhQiYOJkQpoLYM77XkTuOkNuyPwX2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-9.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch4 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E5. Test your timer and adjust placement\u003C\/h4\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  After setting up the hose in the two zones, we ran the system. We decided on   15 minutes daily in Zone 1 and 10 minutes daily in Zone 2. We'll watch the   plants for a few days and see if more or less water is needed. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  With your initial test, it's also a good idea to check the water pattern on   your soil and see if water reaches each plant. If some of your plants are in a   dry zone, move the placement of your soaker hose accordingly and set the hose in   place with garden staples. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-CYgxX_OMVxw\/YLVGFr3ZGCI\/AAAAAAAApFM\/3bu87EBUdBoMTxlGzSSH8Pq7q_yqoR6-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-6.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"883\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-CYgxX_OMVxw\/YLVGFr3ZGCI\/AAAAAAAApFM\/3bu87EBUdBoMTxlGzSSH8Pq7q_yqoR6-QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-6.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  It feels like a big accomplishment to have this part of the garden makeover   complete. At least now we won't have to worry about watering our plants while   we're away. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  But there is one thing we have had to worry about... take a look at our newly   planted Viburnum. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sbHy9nF5XE8\/YLVGF261GAI\/AAAAAAAApFQ\/XaCiwlDBgLUX4gGGNySp7o1Ps44GSOvOgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/soaker-hose-system-garden-7.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"901\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sbHy9nF5XE8\/YLVGF261GAI\/AAAAAAAApFQ\/XaCiwlDBgLUX4gGGNySp7o1Ps44GSOvOgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/soaker-hose-system-garden-7.jpg\" title=\"how to set up a soaker hose system, garden soaker hose, soaker hose watering system, how to water garden with soaker hose\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Within a day of planting, our Viburnum shrubs were looking like this! Sadly,   it looks like our Viburnum plants were playing host to the   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/laidbackgardener.blog\/2016\/06\/14\/whats-eating-my-viburnum\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EViburnum leaf beetle\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;which just hatched and have eaten the leaves. I've   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/thehomedepotca.2t23.net\/0JGKyL\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Esprayed the shrubs with an insecticide\u003C\/a\u003E  and hopefully I've caught the problem in time. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EWith the garden, there is always something to do!\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Head over to the   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.oneroomchallenge.com\/orc-blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne Room Challenge blog\u003C\/a\u003E  and see how other guest participants are doing with their projects. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B-RHlc_1b-M\/YLUp8K7u-TI\/AAAAAAAApEs\/hYzbAHD0ZqAZltkIMF5-3OL9pZg2GVCFwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s400\/ORC-Guest-400white.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"218\" data-original-width=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-B-RHlc_1b-M\/YLUp8K7u-TI\/AAAAAAAApEs\/hYzbAHD0ZqAZltkIMF5-3OL9pZg2GVCFwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s320\/ORC-Guest-400white.jpeg\" width=\"320\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"hs-body-level-container\" strategyname=\"Blogger\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/2970317701510236587\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/soaker-hose-system-garden.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/2970317701510236587"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/2970317701510236587"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/06\/soaker-hose-system-garden.html","title":"How To Set Up A Soaker Hose System For The Garden"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ueOnNZHftzE\/YLVGE2dYEAI\/AAAAAAAApE8\/SPB4RhiM72wsXjnV-faE8CDB8xcSee74QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/soaker-hose-system-garden-3.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-8787842402093880921"},"published":{"$t":"2021-05-11T05:30:00.045-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-09-16T18:28:13.092-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DIY Tips and Advice"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"office and craft"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"How To Hide Computer Cords In A Home Office"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E  When I recently \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/classic-home-office-decor.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eredesigned my home office\u003C\/a\u003E, one of my biggest challenges wasn't   picking the furniture or the paint colour, it was determining how to hide computer cords. I think it's a problem that many of us face. Your workspace   might be neat and orderly, but if you're staring at an ugly mess of cords from your   laptop, monitor, printer, lamp, and phone charger all day, you're bound to   feel distracted. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JrlO5eIGLZU\/YJl34o56MkI\/AAAAAAAAoyQ\/UmC3G7tobhgLB_k8e31QEpHkqfXu84lxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-30-text.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JrlO5eIGLZU\/YJl34o56MkI\/AAAAAAAAoyQ\/UmC3G7tobhgLB_k8e31QEpHkqfXu84lxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-30-text.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords on desk in middle of room, computer cords hidden under desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EHow To Hide Computer Wires In A Home Office\u003C\/h2\u003E Having a plan on how to hide your computer cords or electrical wires is essential. There's lots of \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/how-to-hide-unsightly-computer-cords-cables-on-your-desk_l_5f4524efc5b6c00d03b46245\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecable management ideas and products\u003C\/a\u003E out there, but it all comes down to how visible or invisible do you want your cords to be?\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EI'm a minimalist when it comes to home office decor. I prefer for my office supplies to be tucked away, the printer to be hidden, and only my every day essentials on my desk. It's no surprise then that I wanted my computer wires to be practically invisible and neatly tucked away.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003EPower cords aren't going anywhere but you can find a way to hide them that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Before you decide on a solution, you'll want to ask yourself a few basic questions.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;  \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EHow Many Office Items Do You Need To Plug In?\u003C\/h3\u003E Hiding wires for one or two items might not be an issue. But when you need to plug in more than a handful of peripherals or accessories, you need to think about:  \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E  \u003Cli\u003Ehow many outlets you have in the room and where they are located\u003C\/li\u003E  \u003Cli\u003Ehow far the peripherals will be in relation to those outlets\u003C\/li\u003E  \u003Cli\u003E    are there a sufficient number of plugs? Do you need to add power bars? Is     installing floor electrical outlets an option?   \u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  You'll also want to consider \"how you work\"? Do you always work at your desk   and have a permanent setup with a monitor and keyboard? Or are you mobile some   of the time, perhaps working at your desk one day and then at the living room   sofa another day? These preferences will determine if your cords needs to be   fixed in one spot, or have the ability to be unplugged and moved. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pEX_LsPGzyo\/YJl093Ns30I\/AAAAAAAAoxA\/WhnHoxHB9A4rPmL351w_ZZK3q4VUrR9hQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-23.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-pEX_LsPGzyo\/YJl093Ns30I\/AAAAAAAAoxA\/WhnHoxHB9A4rPmL351w_ZZK3q4VUrR9hQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-23.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003ECan You Minimize What You're Plugging In?\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Think about how you can eliminate cords. Can you go wireless or have plug-in   items that do double duty? For instance, this   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+Z0oNpFHYZVUo0zHP6YdMDA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Etable lamp has a usb plug built in\u003C\/a\u003E, thereby eliminating the need to plug your phone charger into an outlet -   just plug it into your desk lamp. This   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+IhC6WqBzBraOyYFkxHLqsA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emodern desk lamp\u003C\/a\u003E  goes one step further and has a wireless charging strip for wireless phone   charging. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  You might also consider a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3hguPQo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ecordless rechargeable table lamp\u003C\/a\u003E, a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33wpEng\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewireless monitor with wireless charging stand\u003C\/a\u003E, even a   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33wpEng\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewireless keyboard and wireless mouse\u003C\/a\u003E. The more visual cords you can eliminate, the better your work environment   will feel. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EWhere To Place Your Desk In A Home Office?\u003C\/h3\u003E The most important consideration in a home office is placement of your desk. This will have the biggest impact on where and how you hide your wires.\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Do you like to have your desk against a wall, perhaps beneath a window so you   have a view outside? Then hiding your computer cords is easy: just place your   desk on the same wall as an electrical outlet. Your cords won't have to travel   a long distance to plug in. Additionally, the cords aren't visible and   distracting to you when you're sitting at the desk. When you're not at your   desk, your desk chair will likely hide them from view.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U9aXvMyN2Aw\/YJmI28k4t3I\/AAAAAAAAoys\/1gk6J9-hf9YHPfgmzjEsx2oQVBIZY7ZlACLcBGAsYHQ\/s660\/home-office-spring-2.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"shelf to hold computer wires, desk grommet\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"217\" data-original-width=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-U9aXvMyN2Aw\/YJmI28k4t3I\/AAAAAAAAoys\/1gk6J9-hf9YHPfgmzjEsx2oQVBIZY7ZlACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/home-office-spring-2.jpeg\" title=\"shelf to hold computer wires, desk grommet\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EIf you have a lot of items to plug in, you might consider this idea. This was my \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2014\/02\/home-office-spring-refresh.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Edesk in our previous basement\u003C\/a\u003E. We mounted a small shelf underneath the desk to hold the modem and power bar. A round hole was cut into the top of the desk and a desk grommet cover was put in place to feed the wires to the shelf underneath. It was a neat and easy solution, and because the shelf was narrow, it didn't impede me sitting in the chair.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Hiding computer wires in a home office becomes a bit more difficult when you   decide to \u003Cu\u003E\u003Cb\u003Efloat your desk in the middle of the room\u003C\/b\u003E\u003C\/u\u003E. This is the current layout I have in my office and it was my preference for a few reasons. Firstly, my home office   isn't a large room and having a desk centred in the space allowed for traffic   flow and access to the closet and storage cabinets in the room. Secondly, I   prefer to work facing a door rather than having my back to it.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KMFiWlI0usw\/YJl6HE8MqpI\/AAAAAAAAoyY\/_re5_loXoNEtYrlLYklOs8XubGDEuSa6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s660\/ikea-l-shaped-office-desk.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"ikea l-shaped office desk, l shaped office desk for two, ikea hack desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"442\" data-original-width=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KMFiWlI0usw\/YJl6HE8MqpI\/AAAAAAAAoyY\/_re5_loXoNEtYrlLYklOs8XubGDEuSa6QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/ikea-l-shaped-office-desk.jpeg\" title=\"ikea l-shaped office desk, l shaped office desk for two, ikea hack desk\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  When we built this   \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2011\/10\/getting-organized.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EDIY IKEA L-shaped desk for two\u003C\/a\u003E  in our previous home, it made good use of the limited space, but really made   me feel uneasy when I worked at the window, with my back to the door! It's all about personal   preference. Position your desk in a spot that makes you feel most   productive.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  My current desk faces a white wall with just a few pieces of art that won't distract   me. It has a soft rug underfoot, a comfortable desk chair, and a window with   window coverings that allow me to let the light shine in or diffuse it when   needed. It also has hidden computer cords on my desk. Let me show you what   I've done! \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003E    \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zJdLvFHv98g\/YJl0-9A37hI\/AAAAAAAAoxM\/gx-9QLKiW6QrYGSlQt2S4e1eouQx7k71wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/classic-home-office-38.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"825\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-zJdLvFHv98g\/YJl0-9A37hI\/AAAAAAAAoxM\/gx-9QLKiW6QrYGSlQt2S4e1eouQx7k71wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-38.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E  \u0026nbsp;    \u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E    How To Hide Computer Cords On A Desk In The Middle Of The Room   \u003C\/h2\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      Here's the items I used to hide my computer wires:     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3y3bjwL\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EWall mount power bar\u003C\/a\u003E          with USB and three outlets         \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Q4aZwm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClear cable clips\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33wcbMf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EClear zip ties\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bhxO7k\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EVelcro One Wrap roll\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003C\/ul\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-d6Tu-TcXbOA\/YJl1QdJGcDI\/AAAAAAAAoxs\/gU0itFkWhL85zO2QjExmDyvWpBvd3FUnQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-d6Tu-TcXbOA\/YJl1QdJGcDI\/AAAAAAAAoxs\/gU0itFkWhL85zO2QjExmDyvWpBvd3FUnQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-3.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      I decided to mount       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3o64hm0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea power bar\u003C\/a\u003E on the       side of the desk furthest from the door. I did this for a few reasons:     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          No power bar would be visible entering the room or when seated at the           desk         \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003EThe power bar would be easily accessible\u003C\/li\u003E        \u003Cli\u003E          This set up would accommodate both 'fixed' items like the desk lamp           that would be plugged once and not moved, and 'movable' items like my           laptop that could be plugged and unplugged easily         \u003C\/li\u003E      \u003C\/ul\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QFsgy3MC300\/YJl1RkaW6gI\/AAAAAAAAoxw\/Y40AsmStyQMhM7IdpwykUfGULnakUOQ9QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-QFsgy3MC300\/YJl1RkaW6gI\/AAAAAAAAoxw\/Y40AsmStyQMhM7IdpwykUfGULnakUOQ9QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-4.jpg\" title=\"power bar attached to side of desk, computer cords hidden on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      I determined that at most I would need three plugs (lamp, laptop + spare)       plus a usb port for charging my phone.       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3tzPUHT\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EThis power bar\u003C\/a\u003E      had great reviews, multiple outlets, was able to be wall\/desk mounted. It       also had a 15' long extension cord which would ensure it could reach the       nearest outlet.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      I could have kept this power bar more hidden and mounted it under the desk       in the free area behind my desk drawers. This would have it difficult       though to plug and unplug things. I would have to crawl under the desk to       do so. In this instance, accessibility trumped visibility.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5DHtuP5N0o4\/YJl1SwaAcOI\/AAAAAAAAox8\/rppLYODtZeIpirPRYtAVPmyc1whrWka4wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-7.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"825\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-5DHtuP5N0o4\/YJl1SwaAcOI\/AAAAAAAAox8\/rppLYODtZeIpirPRYtAVPmyc1whrWka4wCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-7.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E      The extension cord was attached under the lip of the desk with       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Q4aZwm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Escrew mounted cable clips\u003C\/a\u003E. Down the leg, I used       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33wcbMf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eclear zip ties\u003C\/a\u003E to       keep the cord nice and taut. The cord was white and blended into my desk, but if it were a different colour, I would have painted it the same as my desk. You can see that the cord is barely noticeable when looking into       the room.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vOYXYMBji_0\/YJl09zZxtoI\/AAAAAAAAoxE\/VyUunAeBibQuBACOLQceBszNJAtndXbIwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-24.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-vOYXYMBji_0\/YJl09zZxtoI\/AAAAAAAAoxE\/VyUunAeBibQuBACOLQceBszNJAtndXbIwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-24.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords on desk in middle of room, computer cords hidden under desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-se9_R5odIck\/YJmCeVi9k4I\/AAAAAAAAoyg\/XgyjjZPw29AbnF6nOip0BcPAvBEPwFXxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-8.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-se9_R5odIck\/YJmCeVi9k4I\/AAAAAAAAoyg\/XgyjjZPw29AbnF6nOip0BcPAvBEPwFXxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-8.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe lamp had a lot of excess cord so this is how I stored it. I've stapled a piece of \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bhxO7k\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EVelcro One Wrap\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;to the underside of the desk. If you're not familiar with \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bhxO7k\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EOne Wrap\u003C\/a\u003E, it is amazing!\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EIt is basically an \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bhxO7k\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eall-in-one hook and loop tape\u003C\/a\u003E. The tape is self gripping and holds very tightly. I use it everywhere: to keep my headphone cord wrapped up when not in use, to keep blankets and rugs rolled up, to hold a phone to a tripod. It is reusable, can be cut to any size, and one roll will last you for years.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cRwoJRhmAqQ\/YJl1QZ4oucI\/AAAAAAAAoxk\/keZjMzXPtDgpN5helohPlZxZykMkj5SxQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-cRwoJRhmAqQ\/YJl1QZ4oucI\/AAAAAAAAoxk\/keZjMzXPtDgpN5helohPlZxZykMkj5SxQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-1.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EI keep one additional piece of Velcro One Wrap hanging off the extension cord. I use it to hold my laptop cord when I'm working at the desk. If I decide to move to another room, it's easy enough to just unplug and go.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EHiding Wires Under A Rug\u003C\/h3\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThis might the most controversial part of how I hid wires under my desk. I physically cut a slit into \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3y3jOb9\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Emy new rug\u003C\/a\u003E to allow the extension cord to run beneath it.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EYou might think that's a terrible decision but I really did not want to have a cord that I would have to see and possibly be tripping over all the time. The rug also wasn't that expensive and it had a pattern which could help disguise any possible damage. Now that it's in, it is barely noticeable.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PXFnjHvdqhw\/YJl0-LWftCI\/AAAAAAAAoxI\/Ck2_mSyM01oKHhhM-d_HeJnXyZUcRYK2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/classic-home-office-02.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-PXFnjHvdqhw\/YJl0-LWftCI\/AAAAAAAAoxI\/Ck2_mSyM01oKHhhM-d_HeJnXyZUcRYK2gCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-home-office-02.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EYou'll need to know where your desk is going to sit before you even attempt this. To minimize damage to the rug, I put duct tape on the underside of the rug before I cut the slit. This was to minimize any separating of the carpet fibres or backing. The slit is only visible when you look for it and I haven't noticed any additional fraying or loss of fibres where it's been cut.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003ENote that you have to cut a big enough slit to allow the rather large plug head to fit through. This cut was about 3\" long. I cut it in the direction towards the outlet, and not beyond the desk leg. The desk sits right beside the cut so that it holds the carpet down and prevents any pulling any shifting.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-N3HUYqI8Ijc\/YJl1Sqso80I\/AAAAAAAAox0\/3Pw5UnhlGfIT9cGmiv9_1gVEnYLr-fSQACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-6.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"825\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-N3HUYqI8Ijc\/YJl1Sqso80I\/AAAAAAAAox0\/3Pw5UnhlGfIT9cGmiv9_1gVEnYLr-fSQACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-6.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EWhere does the extension cord lead? It goes beneath my storage cabinet and to the plug on the wall behind me. I used to have my printer on the counter but I preferred it tucked away. To accommodate this, I had to cut a hole into the back of the cabinet so the wall outlet would be accessible.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EThe cabinet backing is thin particleboard so cutting it wasn't difficult. Now I can easily plug and unplug the printer and extension cord if needed.\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yyGyAeuR6AA\/YJl1Skl_RnI\/AAAAAAAAox4\/ZPTRuCuAhs081SpCyD2H80wDn28sZ-SRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1400\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-5.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1400\" data-original-width=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-yyGyAeuR6AA\/YJl1Skl_RnI\/AAAAAAAAox4\/ZPTRuCuAhs081SpCyD2H80wDn28sZ-SRgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-5.jpg\" title=\"how to hide computer cords, how to hide wires in home office, best way to hide cords, hide computer cords on desk\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EHiding computer cords when your desk sits in the middle of the room is challenging but doable. This method does require slight damage to my furnishings but to me, the benefit of having a relatively cord-free home office is worth it.\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: left;\"\u003EDo you struggle with your power cords? How have you kept them manageable?\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E   \u003Cdiv class=\"hs-body-level-container\" strategyname=\"Blogger\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/8787842402093880921\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-on-desk.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8787842402093880921"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/8787842402093880921"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/05\/how-to-hide-computer-cords-on-desk.html","title":"How To Hide Computer Cords In A Home Office"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-JrlO5eIGLZU\/YJl34o56MkI\/AAAAAAAAoyQ\/UmC3G7tobhgLB_k8e31QEpHkqfXu84lxgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/classic-home-office-30-text.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5982626037063072560.post-1508211989677054398"},"published":{"$t":"2021-03-18T05:30:00.004-04:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2021-05-27T11:56:49.516-04:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DIY Tips and Advice"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"kids and baby"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"this perennial life"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Struggle To Design A Tween Room"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003Cdiv\u003E  There's a few things that happens with girls when they're eleven years old.   They grow exponentially taller, they get fuller figures, they're always   snacking, and they start to form opinions about their personal style.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EKids Bedroom Design\u003C\/h2\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  It's that last one that has resulted in us being at a standstill with Chloe's   bedroom for the last year and a half. When we moved into this house, we had a   7 year old and now we have a young lady on the cusp of 12. Tastes are   changing, the rest of our home has been updated, so it's been difficult to   determine what this room wants to be and how it fits in.\u0026nbsp; \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  Until now! We're finally tackling this problem room once and for all and   getting it to a place where my tween - and I - are happy with it. \u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E  \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ipcBOokFAjQ\/YFJoYRt36LI\/AAAAAAAAodY\/RiiUHNNhZm4lpjS22A4y21D28tUyMDenACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1500\/designing-tween-bedroom.png\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"designing a tween bedroom, tween bedroom for girls\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1500\" data-original-width=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ipcBOokFAjQ\/YFJoYRt36LI\/AAAAAAAAodY\/RiiUHNNhZm4lpjS22A4y21D28tUyMDenACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/designing-tween-bedroom.png\" title=\"designing a tween bedroom, tween bedroom for girls\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EFrom Girl's Room To Tween Room\u003C\/h3\u003E I've never fully shown this room on the blog, because, let's be honest, it's not my best design work. But this is a problem many of us face.\u0026nbsp; \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003EHow do you create a room that kids and parents will love?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Ci\u003EHow do you work with the furniture that you have?\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E\u003Cdiv\u003E  \u003Ci\u003EOr when do you decide it's time to make more drastic changes?\u003C\/i\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    Kids rooms are challenging because the way they look and function needs to     change over a relatively short amount of time. Change is inevitable and     while you might constantly be buying new clothes for your growing kid, you     don't want to have to be buying new furniture all the time.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;   \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E  \u003Cdiv\u003E    Unlike your own bedroom where you've pretty much determined what you like     and don't like and create a room just the way you want, there's two clients     to please with kids rooms. Kids and parents often have different ideas of     what's stylish, what paint colours are attractive, and what should be on the     walls. How do find that common ground?\u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      I'm not one to force my design opinions on Chloe and decorate her room       without her input and preferences in mind (though this process would go       much easier if I did!). So let me share how we're approaching this       co-designed space.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E\u0026nbsp;          \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qgHqhCmqIvw\/YFDH8IRWECI\/AAAAAAAAob4\/P_b6Yzs1dp8uOdRpqGz3ENDIWA-ccsJYgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/chloe-bedroom-before-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom before\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-qgHqhCmqIvw\/YFDH8IRWECI\/AAAAAAAAob4\/P_b6Yzs1dp8uOdRpqGz3ENDIWA-ccsJYgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/chloe-bedroom-before-1.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom before\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          This was the state of Chloe's bedroom the first year after we moved.           We didn't make any drastic changes and essentially just moved our old           furniture in. The lavender and white walls were inherited from the           previous owners (they had a fondness for           \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2017\/01\/the-new-house-tour-rrcolonialcharm.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebold primary paint colours\u003C\/a\u003E).         \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E          Our old basement rug, Chloe's Pottery Barn kids bed and desk, and a           storage ottoman added the needed function but did nothing for the           style of this room. We planned to update her room in the first year so           we weren't concerned with things looking a bit chaotic in the           meantime.         \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3nqsGYqevM4\/YFDH8H3XUZI\/AAAAAAAAob0\/KxlGJ24xtwwka5HMpeASoUDAAMWdf_38ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/chloe-bedroom-before-2.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom before\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-3nqsGYqevM4\/YFDH8H3XUZI\/AAAAAAAAob0\/KxlGJ24xtwwka5HMpeASoUDAAMWdf_38ACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/chloe-bedroom-before-2.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom before\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E        Perhaps sensing the chaos in her environment, Chloe insisted on a white         Christmas tree in her room that year. No colourful ornaments, no crazy         lights... just... white.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E          \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sppcbPSr8dQ\/YFDH8OgNuOI\/AAAAAAAAob8\/DhWe38aSkQ4j43EcRR_yuPVXXGzqo1uQgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/chloe-bedroom-before-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom before\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sppcbPSr8dQ\/YFDH8OgNuOI\/AAAAAAAAob8\/DhWe38aSkQ4j43EcRR_yuPVXXGzqo1uQgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/chloe-bedroom-before-3.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom before\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E        \u003C\/div\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E        \u003Cdiv class=\"hs-body-level-container\" strategyname=\"Blogger\"\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        A few things started to fall apart over time. Namely, the bifold doors         on her closet. This was true for all of our closets! Apparently, we're         tough on our closet doors because we've replaced them all over the last         three years.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        Knowing that we couldn't live like this for long, we began redoing this         room in earnest in late summer of 2019.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003EA Girl's Bedroom - Version 1.0\u003C\/h3\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        Our first task was to cover up those lavender walls with something much         more soothing. Going for a coastal look in this room, we decided on         \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brewsterwallcovering.com\/2767-24283-bluestem-blue-grasscloth-wallpaper\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EBluestem Blue Faux Grasscloth wallpaper\u003C\/a\u003E.\u0026nbsp;       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fUccRA9kPHE\/YFJIJANCmtI\/AAAAAAAAocY\/1h3veW0-N3Urut_Mc6C-oxn2vfmWUuvagCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/paste-the-wall-wallpaper-installation-1.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"bluestem blue faux grasscloth wallpaper\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1600\" data-original-width=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-fUccRA9kPHE\/YFJIJANCmtI\/AAAAAAAAocY\/1h3veW0-N3Urut_Mc6C-oxn2vfmWUuvagCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/paste-the-wall-wallpaper-installation-1.jpeg\" title=\"bluestem blue faux grasscloth wallpaper\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        We decided to wallpaper three walls and keep the remaining fourth wall         (which is coved and wraps around the ceiling) painted white. This         wallpaper is what I deem         \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/09\/the-easiest-wallpaper-to-install-for-beginner.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ethe easiest wallpaper to install for beginners\u003C\/a\u003E        and was super quick to put up.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        We also dealt with that unsightly closet too and\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/09\/kids-closet-organization-using-ikea-pax.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebuilt in an IKEA PAX closet organizer\u003C\/a\u003E. We perfected our method of         \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/10\/installing-bifold-door.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Einstalling bifold closet doors\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;and soon this room was feeling much more neat and organized.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003EWhich takes us to where we are today. Let me show you around:\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uSKaPddyfTk\/YFJMLyy-mZI\/AAAAAAAAoco\/PuW4UVy1Q_0M6CmBnr0dwdkUJUxzJv2KgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-4.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-uSKaPddyfTk\/YFJMLyy-mZI\/AAAAAAAAoco\/PuW4UVy1Q_0M6CmBnr0dwdkUJUxzJv2KgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-4.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ci0zePlQUMM\/YFJMLRzVwyI\/AAAAAAAAocc\/cl-dmgXuAH8n4pgdD5f0kue3Rlewb5cZACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-2.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Ci0zePlQUMM\/YFJMLRzVwyI\/AAAAAAAAocc\/cl-dmgXuAH8n4pgdD5f0kue3Rlewb5cZACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-2.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003ELet's call this the awkward \"in between\" years.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        As things progressed with this room, Chloe grew up and started to have         more opinions about how it should be decorated. Can you feel the design         drama brewing??       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        So what changes have we made so far? Let me tell you about the changes         Sean and I made... and in italics tell you the changes that Chloe has         made alongside!       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        \u003Cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003E          \u003Cli\u003E            We changed the layout and placed the bed in the centre of the left             side wall, with a side table originally to the right of the bed.             \u003Ci\u003EChloe said she felt like she was falling out of her twin bed, so               we moved it right up against the window wall, and moved the side               table to the left of the bed\u003C\/i\u003E          \u003C\/li\u003E          \u003Cli\u003E            We moved her desk to the opposite wall.             \u003Ci\u003EShe needed additional space for books and her pet hamster's food               and accessories so we added a bookcase too\u003C\/i\u003E          \u003C\/li\u003E          \u003Cli\u003E            We changed out her old             \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/38Tzoeu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003EPottery Barn Kids chandelier\u003C\/a\u003E            for this             \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/38Tzoeu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebreezy blue beaded pendant\u003C\/a\u003E.             \u003Ci\u003EChloe insisted on adding               \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3eP1X0d\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ewhite fairy lights\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026nbsp;as well\u003C\/i\u003E          \u003C\/li\u003E          \u003Cli\u003E            We added             \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+QJtuTbvMLUtWORVwWXeBWA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ea patterned rug\u003C\/a\u003E            that had to be a specific size so it wouldn't impede with the moving             in and out of her desk chair           \u003C\/li\u003E          \u003Cli\u003E            The aforementioned faux grasscloth wallpaper got trendy             \u003Ci\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/38Otpaw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eartificial vines on top\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/i\u003E. I do have to admit it made for a great Zoom background when Chloe             was remote learning!           \u003C\/li\u003E        \u003C\/ul\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sabjigz7WL0\/YFJMM09NsrI\/AAAAAAAAoc4\/KrjCVdRteyUkZew9hTh4ajm5HVPE2pimwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-8.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-sabjigz7WL0\/YFJMM09NsrI\/AAAAAAAAoc4\/KrjCVdRteyUkZew9hTh4ajm5HVPE2pimwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-8.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      Luckily, the organized closet has stayed essentially the same. A LOT of       the clothes have been outgrown (did I mention that she's taller than me       now?), but what remains, she generally keeps hung up or folded nicely.     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n6T_ETi4Og4\/YFJMMtNKljI\/AAAAAAAAoc0\/DCMbvLwDMIAQT95XczV8eTIbqweTCD4sgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-7.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-n6T_ETi4Og4\/YFJMMtNKljI\/AAAAAAAAoc0\/DCMbvLwDMIAQT95XczV8eTIbqweTCD4sgCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-7.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KMuOImbLBpY\/YFJMME0JnAI\/AAAAAAAAocs\/1LnTe6_q47MG5RkiRVuiWnCCyBMjeHIMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-5.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1100\" data-original-width=\"734\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-KMuOImbLBpY\/YFJMME0JnAI\/AAAAAAAAocs\/1LnTe6_q47MG5RkiRVuiWnCCyBMjeHIMACLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-5.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      A few other items were added like the curtains and       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+U7zkI8uiVUUOJW5QPpzgRQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Ebamboo roman shade\u003C\/a\u003E. The beach print is a photo I took on our Hawaiian vacation,\u0026nbsp;and       the       \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+t4IKn0ezBHKKEXdY2Q3SfQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Egrid duvet cover was Chloe's request for her last birthday.\u003C\/a\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-j6G79VaKO0A\/YFJMLT12u3I\/AAAAAAAAocg\/A7vLV9JII2sWO_CM_wlfvNEd_AA3GdbwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-3.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-j6G79VaKO0A\/YFJMLT12u3I\/AAAAAAAAocg\/A7vLV9JII2sWO_CM_wlfvNEd_AA3GdbwwCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-3.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qfp_VmJ7nd0\/YFJMLZ3Fm0I\/AAAAAAAAock\/wvYH6A3zYVg0SV3Kf0lQbRw9Q6BhluH7QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1100\/girls-bedroom-1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"734\" data-original-width=\"1100\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-Qfp_VmJ7nd0\/YFJMLZ3Fm0I\/AAAAAAAAock\/wvYH6A3zYVg0SV3Kf0lQbRw9Q6BhluH7QCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/girls-bedroom-1.jpg\" title=\"girls bedroom layout, girls bedroom makeover\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      So what do you have when you combine kid-sized furniture + coastal       elements + accessories inspired by TikTok and YouTube videos???     \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E    \u003Cdiv\u003E      A MESS.\u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        Unsurprisingly, Chloe has rejected this hodge-podge of a room and has         escaped to this most serene and calm space instead:       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv class=\"separator\" style=\"clear: both; text-align: center;\"\u003E        \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FNDHFv7X0lc\/YFJcz3D_3KI\/AAAAAAAAodQ\/YR0ROtMvPbcxOpHVVJRXUOJyIUcL12-yQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s1600\/classic-guest-bedroom-24max.jpeg\" style=\"margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\"serene guest bedroom\" border=\"0\" data-original-height=\"1068\" data-original-width=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-FNDHFv7X0lc\/YFJcz3D_3KI\/AAAAAAAAodQ\/YR0ROtMvPbcxOpHVVJRXUOJyIUcL12-yQCLcBGAsYHQ\/s16000\/classic-guest-bedroom-24max.jpeg\" title=\"serene guest bedroom\" width=\"700\" \/\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        That's right... for the last year, my daughter has basically been         sleeping in         \u003Ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2019\/11\/small-guest-bedroom-ideas.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003Eour guest bedroom\u003C\/a\u003E. With its larger double bed, abundant light, and cohesive design, this         room is calm and peaceful.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003EBut I want my guest bedroom back!\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003EAnd I want my daughter sleeping in her own room!\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        So this tween bedroom needs to be fixed ASAP. It needs a bigger bed. It         needs a more effective layout. It needs less TikTok trends and more well         thought out design.       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        And that's what we're going to do. Next week I'll share the revamped         design plan. I'm excited to share because the bed arrived and it's         looking even better than we hoped!       \u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E      \u003Cdiv\u003E        Now tell me... do you struggle with designing your kids rooms? Do they         get a say in what goes in their space?\u003Cbr \/\u003E      \u003C\/div\u003E    \u003C\/div\u003E  \u003C\/div\u003E\u003C\/div\u003E"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/feeds\/1508211989677054398\/comments\/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/03\/tween-bedroom-design.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/1508211989677054398"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/feeds\/5982626037063072560\/posts\/default\/1508211989677054398"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"https:\/\/www.ramblingrenovators.ca\/2021\/03\/tween-bedroom-design.html","title":"The Struggle To Design A Tween Room"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"Jen @ RamblingRenovators"},"uri":{"$t":"http:\/\/www.blogger.com\/profile\/18045745850049751098"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$image":{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail","width":"16","height":"16","src":"https:\/\/img1.blogblog.com\/img\/b16-rounded.gif"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"https:\/\/1.bp.blogspot.com\/-ipcBOokFAjQ\/YFJoYRt36LI\/AAAAAAAAodY\/RiiUHNNhZm4lpjS22A4y21D28tUyMDenACLcBGAsYHQ\/s72-c\/designing-tween-bedroom.png","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});