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Happy New Year! Wow, 2020--back in the early 80's, I can remember thinking about how far away it seemed, but just like that, it's 2020!

To celebrate the new year, we are sharing a storage project. Storage solutions are a running theme for most people in January so we thought this was appropriate. This project has been in the works for a while as Steph needed a better solution to storing and accessing Mac's food. 

Here's her solution to storing 40 pounds of dog food!

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Despite all the work our first PVC project entailed, we were determined to repeat the process on an indoor piece. We incorporated many of the suggestions given through the comments from our viewers. Spoiler: this process was so much easier! 

As always, watching the video will give you a complete look at the entire process. It's less than 10 minutes to view. 

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If you want to make a big impact in the look of your shower or bathtub, refreshing the caulk is the project for you! Caulk is the white stuff, or at least it starts out white, that is put between surfaces to keep out water. You'll most likely find it wherever two different materials touch each other like the tub and the tile. 

This caulk is very susceptible to mold and mildew, and eventually discolors to the point where it can no longer be cleaned and does degrade over time. If you experience any of these issues, it's time to re-caulk!

The caulk in Steph's shower is probably 25 years old--it was time for a refresh! Take a look at how we tackled this DIY friendly project. 

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Quick, what is the number one thing people want in their kitchen? Accessibility of storage! Do you agree? 

I absolutely do. 

Let me rewind just a bit to seven years ago. After much thought about our home and our future in it, my husband and I decided to remodel, so that we could “age in place.” That is, we utilized universal design to add accessibility features so that we could stay in our home into our old age.

A big part of that remodel was the complete gut of the kitchen into something more functional. I consulted with a kitchen planner to make sure it was a good design. It’s now a big bright space with lots of counter space and storage. I was a happy camper with the final result.

But, back to the accessibility part. Despite all the space for storage, it was not convenient or easily accessible. I especially struggled with food storage. The cabinets that were the pantry space were too deep and tall so basically, if food wasn’t in the very front, I didn’t know what I had!

​Can anyone relate?

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Steph has been working on a manuscript for a book, Discovering My Scars, about her life. It's a tough read, but ultimately it's a story of hope. She recently received copies of the book to sell, prior to the official publication which is slated for January 2020!

Her special book needed a special bookcase all its own. Since she has a rustic, industrial vibe going on in her decor, she thought wood shelves with metal pipes would be a good choice. 

Like many of you, she searched Pinterest for inspiration and found one she liked. Follow along as we share how we made it. You'll also find a link to her personal author website where you can purchase your own copy of the book!