Home & Garden: Page 69

Stuck behind bars? Held hostage by a guy with a flamethrower? Thanks to the wise and resourceful 80s secret agent MacGyver, these problems can be resolved by a car battery, two coins and some jumper cable.

Dutch designer Anneke Jakobs created this recycled Chiquita banana box chandelier while a student at the Utrecht School of Product Design. Cheap, thrifty, and eco-friendly, the Chiquita Chandelier is a great concept.

Those old cell phone and laptop batteries staring you in the eye? Don't worry, recycling them is easy.

Turn your leftovers into another tasty meal by reheating them the right way.You Will Need* Leftovers* Microwave-safe containers* Heavy plastic wrap* Oven-safe pans* Aluminum foil* A metal strainer* A food thermometer

Dusting with cloths that are pretreated to attract and hold dust is a huge time-saver. But why spend money on store-bought ones when you can make them yourself for pennies?You Will Need* 2 c. hot water* 1 c. lemon essential oil* A bowl* Cotton cloths* A coffee can or resealable bag* Cotton T-shirts

YouTube's hardwarehelper teaches you how to fix a fabric tear with Tear Mender. He demonstrates Tear Mender on both a couch and a leather jacket. The couch turned out pretty good, but the leather jacket looks like it will need some more work. See for yourself and see how to apply it.

Pruning a rosebush removes old and dead growth, improving the health of the plant and making room for new buds.You Will Need* Long-sleeve work shirt* Long pants* Safety glasses* Garden or work gloves* Bypass pruning shears* A pruning saw* Hair elastic or clip (optional)

Do plants wilt at the sight of you? With these tips, anyone can keep a houseplant alive, even you!You Will Need* A plant* Knowledge of its native environment* Water* Fertilizer* A soothing voice or a radio

Getting a pro to replace a broken thermostat can be costly, but if you pay close attention, you can learn how to replace it yourself.You Will Need* A Phillips screwdriver* Masking tape* A pen* A new thermostat* A level* A drill with a 3/16-inch bit* Drywall anchors* A hammer

Spread the word: It's easy to reduce energy consumption! By sharing these tips, you'll help friends and family use less energy and save money.You Will Need* An energy-saving checklist* The willingness to help others

One way to increase production in tomato plants is pruning. Pruning your tomato plants will decrease the amount of energy needed for leaf production and increase the amount of energy that goes into your tomato, which provides a a larger and better tasting tomato. Trimming off branches that are not used and are not in direct sunlight achieves more efficiency by directing sugars into the fruit and not into the other branches. Watch this time lapse how-to video, follow along with the tips, and...

Moving soon? Don't know how you'll ever get your possessions packed and moved in one piece? Well, fret no more...

Herbs are an incredible addition to your garden. This week, Meg talks about some of her favorite herbs and shows us how-to make a new moon herb tincture! Follow along with the advice in this video gardening lesson and start incorporating fresh herbs into your cooking!

Need to change a little décor in your home or apartment? Blinds are the perfect solution for bringing a room to life... or maybe just for blocking out the sun. This video tutorial will show you how to fit roller blinds. Roller blinds can be kind of tricky, but if you have a little help, it's a cinch. Now, go fit a Roller blind!

Learn more about friendly lighting, how to save money on your electricity bill, and U.S. laws on lighting.

Laziness is never a good quality to have. However, being extra clean is a great trait to own! For some suggestions on this topic, please continue reading.

This system will help you build a wood steaming system for making canoes to rocking chairs. This system will show you how PVC can be used to boil water and make steam for your steam box.

So, you did it. You've accomplished what most twenty-somethings everywhere are dreaming of...settling into your own place. It's the ultimate step in independence. You've stepped out of the shadow, and out from under the roof of Mom and Dad. Congrats!

Tired of a messy home that you just can't seem to function in? Having company join you for a few weeks who are very picky about cleanliness? Here is a guide that will help you get your home squeaky clean.

Have you ever visited someone’s house and wondered how they made a cheap poster look like a fine art print? How to achieve this is very simple and rewarding.