
Ruth LovettSmith is a writer, artist, and designer with a BFA from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She has a passion for creating and sharing, and loves to get her hands dirty. She often writes articles on art and design, writing and blogging, parenting, gardening, food allergies, and healthy living. She also works as a graphic designer creating logos, media kits, invitations, cards, and more. She shares her writing, blogging, art, and design tips (in addition to her crazy life stories) on her blog RuthLovettSmith.com.
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5 Things to Do with a Router
Many woodworkers consider the router to be the single most versatile woodworking tool available...
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How to Plant and Grow Vanilla Beans
Try growing a vanilla bean plant at home....
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How to Throw a Last-minute BBQ Bash
It’s a great sunny day and you’ve decided to throw a BBQ on the fly. ....
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Transform an Old Door Into a Headboard
Upcycle an old door into a stylish headboard with some fabric....
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How to Transfer Old Boxes Into Shelves
Learn how to upcycle old wooden crates into trendy, and functional shadow boxes....
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14 Tips to Decoupaging Furniture
It's a great way to upcycle....
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How to Create a Planter Bed From Scratch
Create a curated pen for your flowers and vegetables....
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Incorporating Subtle Universal Design Into Your Home
If you're building a home from scratch or doing a major remodel, consider universal design....
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How to Repaint Wooden Clapboard Siding
Spruce up your home's curb appeal by repainting your wooden clapboard siding....
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4 Ways to Prep Your Yard for Summer
Tackle your outdoor chores now for a relaxing summer ahead....
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How to Plant a Potager Garden
Love to cook? Consider building your own potager garden for the freshest vegetables and herbs....
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Appliance Upgrades to Give the Most Bang for Your Buck
Which ones should you replace and which should you keep?...
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Four Portable Air Conditioner Problems
Troubleshoot your portable air conditioner before calling a professional....
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4 Spring DIYs for the Home
How to freshen up your space with these DIYs for the house....
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7 Small Bedroom Tips and Tricks
How to maximize the size of a room with simple ideas....
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What's Trending in Bathroom Design?
Bathrooms are gresat places to add value to your home....
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3 Ways to Upgrade Your Garage in a Weekend
Is your garage a mess? Organize weekend warrior style....
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Potential Attic Disasters to Check for Now
Some common attic problems to look out for and fix ASAP....
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How to Powerwash Your Siding
Consider giving the exterior of your house a bath with a good powerwash....
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Drywall Installation for Beginners
It's not as hard as it looks!...
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6 Home Repairs to Make Before It's Too Late
Tackle these projects before worse comes to worst....
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How to Install Roof Heating Cables
Heating cables help prevent damage from ice damming....
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How to Paint a Ceiling
Freshly painted ceilings give revamped rooms the final touch....
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4 DIY Ways to Live More Sustainably
Try one or all four of these DIY ways to live more sustainably and find out how easy it is to r...
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The Pros and Cons of Yurt Living
Yurts are an economical way to own a home, but they're not suited to everyone's lifestyle....
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How to Clean Your House for Unexpected Guests
Don't panic when you get that phone call! Go from dirty to clean in minutes with these tips....
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Sneaky Storage Ideas You've Never Thought Of
Out of places to store things? Think again!...