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Happy Mother’s Day
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May 2010
• Gifts to make • Add colour to your home
Spoil yourself or your mom with these The new MelaWood range offers
easy and stunning gifts unlimited options for colouring a home

Decorland’s Website Has Rooms With Views
Make your DIY window décor ideas come to life with the innovative new ‘Envision’ room viewer on
Decorland’s recently revamped website. With this inspiring new application, Decorland has given
home decorating new meaning, allowing you to effortlessly and safely experiment and design
perfect window décor solutions.
Simply enter the unique room viewer and, at the click of a mouse, choose the room you plan to
redecorate – bedroom, kitchen or living room. Then, ‘personalise’ that room by changing the
colour of the walls and linen and adjusting the floor finishes to match your own. After that, you can
try out various colour schemes, weigh up different finishes and, most importantly, browse through
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out the handy shopping list or fill in the online form
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Whilst exploring the new website, you’ll find that it is filled with plenty of inspiration to make it both
fun and easy to make your DIY window décor ideas a virtual reality.
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or log on to www.decorland.co.za

a word or two
Do it!
Happy Mother’s Day to all our Divas out
there. Hopefully you all requested tools as
a gift this year! In this issue you will find
some great crafts using Dremel Tools, and I
hope to be able to feature many more in the
future.
I would also like to thank the many Divas
and Guys who have attended the workshops
across the country. You are all stars and
have made the workshops so much fun.
Hope to see you all again soon!
Janice
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Image and content credits:
meredith publishing - good homes - family handyman - sunset
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- expert village - channel4 - pottery barn - flikr - nkba - resene
- mitre10 - lowes and any others.
COMPETITION WINNERS
Here are the winners of the Decorex tickets
Kerry-Ann Chaston
Hein Kruse
Ingrid Young
Kerry Feldman
Susanne Zandberg
Hope you all enjoyed the exhibition!

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room.
Decorate
With the new and exciting range of
colours in the PG Bison range, it’s
never been easier to add colour to
your home.
Whilst I love the look of wood, I am
definitely a colour junkie and like to
put splashes of bold colour in my
kitchen, bathrooms and my sons’
bedrooms (a teen and aa - almost
adult).
MelaWood and Formica offers new
ways to design and create without
limitation. And being able to have
all my board materials cut to the
exact size makes it so much easier
to experiment.
THIS PAGE: A funky storage unit
in Poppy Red that can be placed
in an entrance, bathroom or kid’s
colour
pop
Visit your local hardware store
and ask to see the various
colour options available in
the Formica range, or visit
the www.PGBison.co.za website
for even more finishes.
Once you have selected a colour
- and designed your project - arrange
to have everything cut to size and
edged.
All you have to do now is assemble
and display.
images: pg bison / formica

Decorate
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Decorate
PG Bison MelaWood is
available at your local Builders
Warehouse

DIY Tips:
• Draw the design with a template and pencil,
and then score the surface with a sharp craft
knife.
• Use only quality jigsaw blades - I used Bosch
blades - and select a clean cut blade that will
reduce the amount of chipping around the cut.
• Sand with 120-grit sandpaper and then apply
the edging strip with contact adhesive applied
to both the door and edging strip.
Decorate
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LEFT and BELOW: A
different approach to
doors. MelaWood in
Kiwi Green with cut
outs.
Use 18mm MelaWood
- cut to size at your
local hardware
store - and a jigsaw
to create the
cut out shapes,
which are then
edged. Add
hinges and
some stylish
brushed
steel
handles.
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Trends
MelaWood goes coffee crazy...
The MelaWood Marketing team is proud to announce
3 brand new colours to the extensive MelaWood
colour range.
The new colours are a true exploration of coffee-coloured
decorative surfaces that are on par with international trends. The
colours have been chosen for their practicality and style. The dark
chocolate tones of Espresso, the creamy warmth of Cappuccino
and the golden shades of Caramel have been chosen to start the
MelaWood trend setting colour range.
In today’s society kitchens are fast becoming entertainment and
socialising areas of the home. This has turned the kitchen from
being a storage place for pots and pans into a personal space of
expression, identity and creativity. One of the aims of the launch is to
inspire our customers to start experimenting with alternative colours
for their home projects.
Visit www.PGBison.co.za for more information.
BELOW: Cappuccino and Zebrano combined to create a
contemporary kitchen design that is practical and easy to
clean, and perfect for a small kitchen.
image: rotpunkkitchens

kitchens of
the future
A kitchen island table can
take up too much interior
space in some cases, or as
this example shows: it can
more than make up for the
space it displaces with hidden
storage cabinets and foldout
work surfaces. Within this
simple and elegant white box are
all of the essentials for storing food
and preparing a meal, an all-in-one
kitchen island.
When closed, this piece looks like an ordinary
kitchen island that contains a few drawers
and other clever storage spaces – it works as
a singular surface for sitting down to meals
or working on whatever. It is nondescript and
would blend with a living space or fit snugly in
an out-of-the-way corner of an open loft.
When fully opened, this simple-looking island
becomes a complex network of cooking
surfaces, cutting spaces, cleaning places and
pretty much anything else you could want
Trends
out of a kitchen. Essentially, it is an interactive
miniature kitchen that can be deployed in
small condos and studios apartments.
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Crafts
gifts
for mom
Dremel have put
together two projects
that would make
wonderful Mother’s
Day gifts - whether
for your mom or for
yourself!
And if you haven’t
yet treated yourself
to a set of Dremel
tools - they’re also a
great Mother’s Day
gift
ABOVE and LEFT: Add a touch
of the East to your decor with
our Cherry Blossom flowers and
cushions.
On the next two pages you will
find detailed instructions for
both projects.

You will need:
Dremel Versatip with soldering tip attachment
Dremel Glue Gun
Organza fabric in shades of pink and white*
Natural twigs
Or twigs with LED lights
*use man-made fibre only
Here’s how:
1. Cut out blossom (flower) shapes from the
organza fabric using the Dremel Versatip
with the soldering tip attachment. If using
thicker fabrics, use the Versatip cutting knife
attachment.
2. To create the individual blossoms, place
three organza flowers together, then pinch
them all together in the centre and touch
the point on the back of the flowers with the
Versatip and the soldering tip attachment to
fuse them into one blossom.
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3. Then simply stick them onto the twigs using
the Dremel Glue Gun.
Finish off by wrapping a length of small
decorative lights around the twigs and display
in a glass vase - perfect!
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Crafts
You will need:
Dremel Versatip with soldering tip attachment
Dremel Glue Gun
White and pink organza fabric*
Brown strung sequins
Green non-tray fabric such as faux suede or felt
or green sequins
Clear hot fix gems
Cushion pads with silk covers
*Fabric must be man-made fibre only
Here’s how:
1. Cut out blossom (flower) shapes from the
organza fabric using the Dremel Versatip
with the soldering tip attachment. If using
thicker fabrics, use the Versatip cutting knife
attachment.
roll-on
2. To create the individual blossoms, place
three organza flowers together, then pinch
them all together in the centre and touch
the point on the back of the flowers with the
Versatip and the soldering tip attachment to
fuse them into one blossom.
3. Use the Dremel Glue Gun to glue the strung
brown sequins onto the cushion cover to
form the branches, planning the design
carefully first if you want it to run across a
number of cushions.
4. Cut out leaf shapes from green fabric
and use the Dremel Glue Gun to glue the
leaves and blossom in place as shown.
(Alternatively, you could create leaves using
lime green sequins). Add some sparkle to
your cushions by using the Dremel Versatip
to apply the hot fix gems to suggest blossom
buds or more blossoms, if you prefer.

This is a project for Dad
and Kids to make ...
If mom has always
wanted to make her own
jewellery , Mother’s Day
is the perfect time to spoil
her with a set of Dremel
tools!
You will need:
Dremel Engraver
Dremel Versaflame
Dremel Stylus
Dremel accessories: mandrel SC402, polishing
wheel 423S, Polishing compound 421, diamond
engraving tip 9929
Toggle clasp
Necklet end x 2
Black cord 1mm thick
Assortment of beads & large disc bead
2 jump rings 5mm
½ round cutting pliers
Head pin x 52mm
Precious Metal Clay (PMC)
Firing block
Tweezers
Here’s how:
1. Cut a long length of cord and start to thread
on the beads. Tie a knot before and after
each bead has been threaded to hold it in
place. Keep threading on the beads until
the desired length has been achieved. Then,
add the necklet ends, jump rings and toggle
clasp.
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2. Roll out the PMC and form it over a bead to
create a decorative bead cap, allow for the
clay to shrink a little. Once it has completely
dried out, fire the clay using the Dremel
Versaflame.
3. Use the Dremel Engraver and diamond
engraving tip 9929 to add a scroll design
over the silver bead cap. Polish the bead
cap using the Dremel Stylus together with
the Dremel SpeedClic Mandrel SC402 and
polishing wheel (SC402
and 423S) By applying
some polishing compound
421 during the process you
will achieve the best finish.
Thread the bead onto the
head pin, then the bead
cap over the bead. Bend
the end of the head pin
into a loop with the pliers
and attach it to the centre
of the necklace.
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Crafts
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1. Which statement best describes how you see
yourself?
a. Earthy and natural, I’m in touch with my authentic self and like all
things organic
b. Warm and inviting with a classy, somewhat sophisticated air
without being snobbish
c. Modern but homely, family-oriented without the dowdy “mom ‘n
pop” appearance
d. Confident and fashionable, not afraid to make a statement with a
flair for over-the-top glamour
e. Sentimental and nostalgic with a penchant for antiques and
understated classics
f. Fun and funky with a love of adventure, simplicity and colour

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2. Select which fabrics and patterns you like best.
a. Bold graphics and patterns in bright primary colours reminiscent
of the Seventies
b. Nguni hides and ethnic patterns in natural, earthy colours that
demonstrate your proud African heritage
c. Opulent velvets and fluid, shiny silks and satins in dramatic
statement shades
d. Metallic shades and dark tones with luxuriously comforting
fabrics and textures such as leather and furs
e. Fresh, natural colours and textures inspired by nature such as
grass, coarse bark, chunky weaves and raw wood finishes
f. Intricate and delicate filigree, floral or nostalgic patterns and
textures with a whimsical, romantic touch
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Competition
3. What type of furniture would you have in your
lounge if money were no object?
a. Modular mix ‘n match suede corner suite with a modern nguni
ottoman
b. Uber-chic white leather couches with chrome & steel finishes
c. Dark leather sofas with heavy mahogany centrepieces and
riempie benches
d. Restored antiques or French Provencal armchair with ball and
claw combined with modern items
e. Bright and modern vinyl or plastic chairs in fun shapes with a
glass table
f. Wicker or wooden slat chairs with calico seats and weathered
white chest for a coffee table
Score
Circle your answer and then add your scores and on the next page read the descriptor closest to your
total to find which look best defines your style. For scores that fall between two categories, read the
descriptors for both looks to find the one that best matches your personality. Occasionally, you may find
you like a combination of looks!
a. b. c. d. e. f.
1. 1 2 3 4 5 6
2. 6 3 4 2 1 5
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Create this look by using Belgotex Carpets’ Georgian in
Windermere or if you prefer smooth surface floors, opt
for IVC Woodmark Amazone 845 or BerryFloor laminates
Naturals range in Smoked Oak.
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You are the glamorous fashionista and not afraid
to flaunt it! Only the best will do and you save no
expense to achieve the ultimate in over-the-top style.
Add nightlife to your home life – a sophisticated black
base palette highlights the impact of electric neons and
metallic fabrics. Chrome and silver finishes complement
intricate lighting effects and reflect your own party spirit!
Get dramatic, sensuous and outspoken with deep
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Mostly 6’s or 16 - 18: Fresh Produce
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off-set with a tongue-in-cheek, fun spirit. Play while
you work with a home office structured around bold
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Makeover
ABOVE: Before installation of the two glass
brick window panels.
extreme
dining room
makeover
For the past few days my dining room
has been a combination of red and
a light wheat colour and I decided
it was time for a new look, especially
as turquoise is this year’s - and my
favourite - colour. What better excuse
to pop into my Prominent Paints
Decorating Centre and grab a couple
of tins of paint.
But starting the paint job there was another project that I decided was well overdue - and that
was to install two glass brick windows on either side of the sliding door.
I picked glass bricks because I unfortunately have nosey neighbours and they let in a lot of light
without losing privacy. Hopefully in the next issue I will also be able to show you what I’m going to
do with the sliding door to block the view.
Glass bricks are very affordable - priced from around R11.00 each at your local Builders
Warehouse - and available in various designs. I selected the Ripple design as I also have these
bricks in my lounge and entrance.
You will need:
Glass bricks
Fibre cement board
Plaster mix
Mortar mix
Chisel and hammer or a Bosch Hammer Drill
Tape measure
Spirit level
Straight edge
Timber offcuts
Trowel
Plastering float
Wheelbarrow
Spade
Hose pipe
Sista F130 acrylic sealant
Gloves
Goggles
Dust mask
Drop cloths or tarpaulin
Preparation
Measure up and mark where you want the
new window to be. Calculate to allow for
the number of glass bricks (width and height).
Cover everything with drop cloths or tarp -
and I do mean everything!

1. I may be a DIY Diva, but that doesn’t mean
I HAVE to do everything myself. Equipped
with the knowledge I promote myself to site
supervisor. The job was started by locating
the existing lintel above the sliding door. I
was hoping it might be the full length of the
wall, but sadly no. A lintel is required above
the new window opening.
3. Once the lintel is in position you can safely
remove the bricks underneath to open up
the space. The bricks need to be cut as
cleanly as possible to prevent having to fill in
afterwards. Cut 4 fibre cement boards to fit
around the opening - you can easily do this
with a jigsaw - and screw these into the wall.
Using fibre cement board gives a perfect
finish to the opening.
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2. Using hammer and chisel the wall was
chased out to the shape for the new opening.
If you can put up with a ton of dust, you
can always use an angle grinder to cut out
and a hammer drill to take out the bricks. I
did a combination of hand and power tool
work to open up the wall. Start at the top
and make the opening for the lintel - insert
the lintel - before removing any bricks below
this level.
4. Use plaster mix to fill in around the lintel and
boards - packing in as much as possible in
any openings, and use a float dipped in
water to smooth the surface. This will need 2
to 3 days to dry.
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5. Now it’s time to start laying the glass bricks.
Make sure that the bottom, sides and top
are level before you start as you won’t be
able to fix this later on. For the first course,
spread a layer of mortar mix on the bottom
of the opening.
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6. The finished window. Now it’s time to start on
the other side of the door, using exactly the
same method.
8. To match the existing plaster finish I
used Prominent Paints Ripple in white
to create the rough effect. Apply a
liberal amount with a paintbrush.
6. Butter the bottom (holding bottom up) and
sides of each brick with a liberal amount of
mortar mix and lay into position. Repeat until
the bottom row is finished. Apply a liberal
amount of mortar mix to the top of the first
row and repeat this for every following row.
7. Sista F130 acrylic sealer was applied as a
sealer between all the bricks, and around
the outside of the bricks as well.
9. While still wet use a paint roller with a
long nap to go over the painted section.
Repeat if a more textured finish is
required.

Finishing the dining room
makeover
All the walls were given a light sanding with
240-grit sandpaper. I prefer to do this rather
than wash with sugar soap, as it gives me
a chance to work on blemishes on the
original plaster. A quick wipe clean, lay
down all the cloths, mask off what needs to
be covered (light switches, plug points, etc)
and I’m ready.
I selected a turquoise colour for the feature
wall in the dining room, and the other walls
would be painted white - in contrast to
the black and dark wood furniture for the
room.
Using Prominent Paints Satin in Turquoise
(S2050-B50G) I applied two coats of paint
over the existing red. This paint offers very
good coverage and no more coats were
needed once the paint was dry.
The skirtings had previously been painted
black, which worked very well with
the turquoise colour, although I will be
replacing these in the next month or so as
a project on Home-Dzine, so only a bit of
touch up is required with Prominent Paints
Gloss Enamel - black.
Bennett.Read Hydro
Make cleanup a breeze with
a hydro vacuum cleaner.
The unit uses water instead of
bags and all the dust and
sand is left in the water
and not released back
into the air.
Great investment if you are
planning home improvements.
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S2050-B50G
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Makeover
AFTER: The dining room now receives much more
light via the newly added glass block windows. I love
the colour and - so that I didn’t need to recover my
dining rooms chairs - I added small designs on the
fabric using the same colour paint! I will be covering
them as soon as I get the opportunity.
I haven’t quite finished my ‘extreme’ dining room
makeover, and will still be featuring projects on adding
new skirtings and architraves around the new windows
and the sliding door. I will also be replacing the glass in
the sliding door and adding a product to give a bit more privacy from my nosey neighbours, as I
have decided to leave the curtains down.
All-in-all the project took a week from the start, and that was only because we had so much rain
during that period when we couldn’t paint.

Pain�ng �ps for
working with
enamel or oilbased
paint
• If you need to take a
break from pain�ng,
wrap your brush
and paint tray with
clingwrap to prevent
the paint from
drying, as oil-based
paints become very
s�cky during the
curing process.
• If you need to do
any touch up to the
painted surface,
rather wait un�l the
paint is completely
dry.
• To avoid spoiling the
surface with loose
paintbrush hairs, be
sure to buy a quality
brush. Addis have a
Home Decor brush
that is perfect for
using with enamel
and oil-based paints.
• Regularly scrap the
brush against the
inside of the paint
tray to remove
excess paint that
accumulates at the
base of the bristles.
It helps to prevent
paint drops.
• Always use a drop
cloth to protect your
floors from paint
drips and spa�ers.
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Do it Yourself
paving
perfection
A semicircular patio looks complicated, but installing it requires little more
skill than a rectangular patio but the end result is far more pleasing. A
semicircular In fact, only the central core requires cut bricks, so you may
need to cut fewer bricks than for other designs.
You will need:
Paving bricks
Hardboard, 100mm wide
Wire nails, 60-70mm long
Garden spade
Rake
Tamper
Builder’s line
Rebar, 2 small pieces
Spirit level
Hammer
Pine plank as a screed
Rubber mallet
Sweeping brush
Hose pipe
Gloves
rubber knee
pads - ideal
for floor work
such as paving
and tiling
builder’s line
rebar
hand tamper
meredith publishing

Here’s how:
1. To create the semicircle, drive a piece of
rebar into the centre of the space, tie on a
piece of builder’s line and tie the other end
to another piece of rebar at the desired
radius. Pull the line taut, keeping the rebar
vertical, to mark the locations of stakes
evenly spaced about every about 50cm.
2. Excavate to a 10cm depth. Set the
hardboard edging in place, bending and
levelling it as you go. Attach it to the stakes
with wire nails. Check for a smooth curve.
Stakes are difficult to install accurately; you
may need to move the edging at some
points.
3. Tamp the soil and cover the site with
landscaping fabric. Fill the area with crushed
gravel and sand, or sand alone, until it is 2
to 3cm below the edging. Rake it as smooth
and level as you can.
4. Notch one end of a straight pine plank so
that it rides along the edging as you smooth
the base. The depth of the notch should
equal the thickness of the bricks or pavers.
Screed the sand, tamp it down with a hand
or power vibrating tamper, then screed
again.
5. Start at the outside of the form and lay all the
border bricks. Then work inward, completing
each course before moving on to the next.
Once you’ve laid several courses, avoid
kneeling or standing directly on the bricks.
Use pieces of plywood on the bricks as
kneelers. The joints between the bricks or
pavers will be slightly wedge-shaped and
larger at the end nearest the edging.
6. After the bricks are laid, sweep extra-fine
sand into the joints, moisten with a fine spray,
and sweep in more sand where needed.
Remove the hardboard edging and fill soil
firmly around the perimeter. If required, you
can mix up a batch of cement to lay around
the outside of the bricks as an edging.
DIY Tip
As with all masonry work, have the bricks
or pavers delivered close to the site to
minimise lifting and carrying.
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