Patricia Jones' Blog

Posted on 01/16/2022

Personalized DIY Decor Ideas for Your Home

Your home should reflect your personal style, and it should showcase that you are proud of who you are. One of the best ways to display the true you is with monogrammed DIY decor. This type of decor is a wonderful way to show that you are proud of yourself and the people who live with you, and...

Arts And Crafts

Decor

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Posted on 01/09/2022

Questions to Ask About a Potential New Home Location

Home buying is difficult whether you know the area or not. If you're leaving a location you're used to, it can be overwhelming to decide on a new place to live. There are some questions you can ask to determine your priorities and whether a new location is a good fit. Here are some to begin with: How's...

Cost Of Living

Home Buying

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Posted on 01/02/2022

DIY Guide: Leaf Print Artwork

Making art prints with leaves has long been considered a fall craft project. However, it’s possible and easy to make beautiful and unique DIY wall decor using leaves throughout the entire year. Here’s how to use leaves to make art prints. Materials Paint (acrylic or tempera works best)Paint brushesPalette for mixing colorsWaterPaper, card stock or woodA rolling pin...

Arts And Crafts

Diy

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Posted on 12/29/2021

MANASSAS, VA Real Estate Market Update 12/29/2021

Click here to view MANASSAS, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/26/2021

Driveway: Will Paving or Repaving Increase Your Home's Value?

When homeowners weigh which upgrades best improve their property values; remodeling kitchens and expanding bathrooms are almost always top of the list. But what about installing a new driveway? A dirt or gravel parking area turns into a veritable quagmire during bouts of heavy precipitation, which could mean you end up tracking more mess into your home than...

Driveway

Exterior Design

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Posted on 12/19/2021

Upcycled Dog Beds: 3 Ways to DIY

A comfortable pet is a happy pet. But sometimes, pet furniture is not comfortable for your budget. Instead of overspending on a dog bed, consider the DIY approach. If you're interested in some clever ways to upcycle items into budget-friendly dog beds, here are some ideas to inspire you. Wine Barrel Bed Wine barrels are a favorite among...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 12/12/2021

3 Things to Look for in a New Home City

Buying a home in another state can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t know where to begin your search. How do you know where you want to live if you’ve never been there before? Luckily, there are some excellent ways you can make the process easier through careful research. Here are the main things you’ll want to research...

Attractions

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Posted on 12/05/2021

No Demolition Required: 3 Build-In-Place Renovation Projects to Consider

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels Renovation projects might seem like a huge undertaking, but transforming rooms does not necessarily require demolishing the existing infrastructure. Some living spaces simply require additional elements to enhance their usefulness and your peaceful enjoyment. These are build-in-place home renovation ideas that can change the way people experience being at home. 1: Create A...

Bookshelves

Mudroom

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Posted on 11/28/2021

MANASSAS, VA Real Estate Market Update 11/28/2021

Click here to view MANASSAS, VA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 11/28/2021

Why Upstart House Flippers Should Stay Away From Structural Renovations

Image by timotavi from Pixabay The basic premise of house flipping seems like a simple enough business model. Buy an inexpensive house that requires renovations, make them, and sell it for more than you invested. However, it's important to remember that house upgrades and structural repairs are worlds apart. A savvy house flipper would be wise to understand...

Home Contractor

House Renovation

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Posted on 11/21/2021

Moss Graffiti: How to Make Your Own Living Art

Moss graffiti, also called green graffiti or eco-graffiti, has become a popular trend both with artists and environmentally conscious individuals. Many graffiti artists are choosing to create living art instead of using spray paint and other materials with VOCs and other substances that can harm the local environment. While you might see moss graffiti in urban public spaces,...

DIY

Diy

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Posted on 11/14/2021

Backyard Party: 3 Low-to-No-Contact Games for Your Outdoor Gathering

Have you ever gotten together with friends or family only to realize you don’t know what activities to engage in? Maybe you have a great outdoor space that’s primed and ready, but you just don’t know how to incorporate playful activities into it. Fret not. Here are 3 easygoing and low-to-no-contact games for you and your guests. Kickball...

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