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Hand-Crafted Mason Headboard

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The wonderfully crafted Mason Headboard can be purchased from Pottery Barn and prices range from $699.00 to $799.00. A testament to the beauty of hand-craftsmanship, the headboard is made of thick planks of hardwood which are hewn and planed by hand, then accented with grooves to achieve a rustic and traditional look. Expertly craft

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Mango Wood Stool

Mango Wood Stool

Do you have a penchant for hand-crafted and unique furniture pieces? Then the Mango Wood Stool will be right up your alley as its hand-carved from hollowed mango wood and sports a natural whitewash finish. C.S. Post & Co is selling this stunning piece for $325.

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Bergen Closet Collection

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As someone who believes in “less is more”, I love the Bergen Closet Collection. Chic, contemporary and streamlined, the closet has been crafted in Denmark and boasts of a solid hardwood construction. If you like it, then order it online from

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Selex Blok Red Walk-on Modern Platform Bed #16241

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The Selex Blok Red Walk-on Modern Platform Bed #16241 is another chic contemporary bed from Eroom service. Retailing for $2,895.00, the bed is available in light grey glossy lacquer, ebony glossy lacquered wood and dark brown and light olive leather. For special orders this bed is available in light o

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3-1-paper-shades

Shades or blinds always seem to enhance a room and can infuse an ethereal vibe into any living space. You can now make your own rice paper roller shades and for more information head over here.

Materials: rice paper 1 wooden dowels 2 white cloth tape roller shade hardware

Tools: tape measure carpenters square carpenters straight edge shears pencil sewing machine crosscut s

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DIY: Platform Bed

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Build a queen size platform bed with storage space underneath for less than $30

Material Needed:

(4) 14′ 1×4 #3 and better pine (1) 10′ 1×4 #3&btr pine (2) 10′ 2×4 Std&btr fir larch (8) 3″ #10 wood screws (66) 2″ #10 wood screws

If this project catches your fancy then check out the full instructions

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DIY: Platform Bed With Danish Inspiration

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Make your own Platform Bed With Danish Inspiration and save some bucks in the process.

Tools and Some Consumables

Radial Arm Saw Table Saw 6 Hour 2 Part Gel Epoxy Wood Glue Power Drill with drill and screw bits Rags For full instructions go here.

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DIY: Strong and Tough Platform Bed

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Make a sturdy platform bed from plywood by spending approximately $60-$90. Materials Needed: 3 – 2×6 Boards 10′ feet long 1 – 4×4 Post 32″ inches to 40″ inches long 1- 2×4 Stud 12 – Hex Bolts 3/8 by 6″ inches long 12 – Hex 3/8 Nuts 24 – Cut Washers for 3/8 Bolts 1 – 2×4 Stud framing support bracket (pictured) 8 – Screws; 1 1/2″ inches

Tools Needed: Carpenter Square Tape Measure Miter Saw (Recom

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DIY: Pipe Bed

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Here is a cool bed that has been made from pipes. To make this bed you require the following:

*  1 1/2″ schedule 40 iron pipe: Available at plumbing/hardware stores. Rather heavy. You can buy 10′ lengths and then cut it yourself. Note that 1 1/2″ pipe is not actually 1 1/2″ in diameter. It’s really closer to 1 7/8″!

* Hacksaw/pipecutter/chopsaw: For cutting the pipe down

* Couplers: You can buy these from mcmaster carr, they are used t

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DIY: Outdoors Hammock

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Make a comfy Hammock and lounge around to enjoy the sun. Just follow all the instructions here.

“To make a one-person hammock, you’ll need about two pounds (three, if you want a two-person sling) of seine twine, No. 40 to No. 46; two metal

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