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Summer Done Bright!

This post is sponsored by Proctor & Gamble and Lowe’s. All opinions are 100% my own.

It’s officially summer! Are you officially ready? Have you fired up the grill and dusted off the patio furniture yet?  If not, Lowe’s and I want to help by giving you a friendly kick in the pants to get yourself in gear. So get ready for some outdoor inspiration coming your way!

Are you feeling inspired yet?  Ha!  Of course not. You are probably feeling the need to back away slowly and call the cops to report a plant murderer at this address.

But Lowe’s doesn’t want your outdoor spaces looking so grim.  Lowe’s wants you to Go Outside and Shine!  And now they’ve made it easier than ever for you to get your outdoor spaces all spiffed up for summer.  Not only can you head to your local Lowe’s for flowers and fertilizer, now you can purchase your favorite P&G products there too, like Bounty, Tide and Duracell.

And they want to spread the word by giving one lucky Better After reader a Summer Done Bright Prize Pack, which includes:

  •  $100 Lowe’s gift card
  •  Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro Spray
  •  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Outdoor Pro
  •  Bounty
  •  Tide Pods
  •  Duracell AA Batteries

That’s everything you need and more to get your outdoor spaces ready to shine!  Obviously my front porch needed some attention, so I started off with a good dose of Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro Spray on my bench, which was still wearing the scars from an exploded soda incident that happened um … in the spring.  Don’t judge.

 All better!
Next, I had literally worn our our welcome mat, having inherited it from the previous owners when we moved here … four and a half years ago. Continue to not judge. It was unattractive, to say the least. But underneath the mat was an even unattractiver problem.  All kinds of grody discoloration that looked stained too deep into the concrete to ever come clean. The before picture is AFTER I had sprayed it with the hose as hard as I could to degunk it. But get this. After about 30 seconds with the Magic Eraser Outdoor Pro, it looked practically brand new.

  I’ve been a fan of Magic Erasers for years, but I was still shocked at the difference. 
 
(angelic choirs singing)
After the deep cleaning, just a few more little touches was all it needed, like swapping out that depressing palm for a sprightly lemon tree … (It’s not actually a lemon tree, but that’s what originally wanted. Just pretend, ok?)
An improvement either way.
I also jazzed up the stick wreath by layering on a smaller wreath that I had hot-glued fake lemons to (I’ll get those lemons one way or another), and added some yellow pillows and a colorful new welcome mat. 

So clean! So summery! And SO much more welcoming than before.
Hopefully YOU will win the Summer Done Bright Prize Pack and be welcoming summer at your pad before you know it.  Once again, it includes:
  •  $100 Lowe’s gift card
  •  Mr. Clean Outdoor Pro Spray
  •  Mr. Clean Magic Eraser Outdoor Pro
  •  Bounty
  •  Tide Pods
  •  Duracell AA Batteries  
Entering is easy!  Simply leave a comment here!  Extra entry for Better After fans on Facebook!
P&G and Lowe’s provided compensation and products for this review and giveaway, all opinions are 100% my own.

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308 Comments

  • Reply
    purelygenuine
    June 21, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    Love your blog, I’d like to win because the exterior of my home needs a serious face lift.

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    Betsy
    June 21, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    I just found your blog and am loving all the inspiration. Can’t wait to look around some more.

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    Cassandra Herrera
    June 21, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    I love this giveaway. And your entry way looks great now! Thanks for the chance to win!

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    Audrey
    June 21, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    Love the cute yellow pillows!

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    Amanda's Angels
    June 21, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    By far, my favorite blog. I never knew Magic Eraser could do that. I bought them once but never really used it.

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    Amanda's Angels
    June 21, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    By far, my favorite blog. I never knew Magic Eraser could do that. I bought them once but never really used it.

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    Liz Grant
    June 21, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    I *adore* your blog. Thanks for the fun giveaway!

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    Jennifer Allen
    June 21, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Very cute! Right now my planter on my front porch is growing a very tall weed. I say, at least it’s green!

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    OneOfTheseThingsIsNotLikeTheOthers
    June 21, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Love all the afters! Plenty of inspiration here <3

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    OneOfTheseThingsIsNotLikeTheOthers
    June 21, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Love all the afters! Plenty of inspiration here <3

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    Sarah O.
    June 21, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    I just learned the magic of magic eraser, they work crazy good!

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    Janiene Bishop
    June 21, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    LOVE the splashes of color and the clean up job!
    Janiene

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    Jaime
    June 21, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    We’re remodeling right now and I cant wait to make our exterior look better!

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    Round peg in a Square hole :)
    June 21, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    What a great way to start off the summer! My husband and I are remodeling our first home together and Lowes has become like a second home to us. Thanks for the great tips and tricks! 🙂

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    bumble & dola
    June 21, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    Soooo cute! Yellow has always been my power color :).

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    Ronda Batchelor
    June 21, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    I need to clean up my porch too!!

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    Alayna
    June 21, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    My front and back porch could use a little makeover from Lowe’s!

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    Meighan
    June 21, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    Um, the fact that Outdoor Magic Erasers exist excites me a lot.

  • Reply
    Bambi
    June 21, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    yes, please 🙂

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    Bambi
    June 21, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    yes, please 🙂

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    Erin
    June 21, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    I love this! I have always been a fan of Magic Erasers… they do my dirty work for me 😉

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    Kris
    June 21, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Oh man, I need me some cleaning power!

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    Alicia
    June 21, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    i think magic eraser must come from magical cleaning elves from magical cleaning forests 🙂 and i love it 🙂

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    Courtney
    June 21, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance!

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    Christa P
    June 21, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Love the splash of yellow, perfect for summer!

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    Stephanie Blanda
    June 21, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    It’s great what a little work will do to make a place look so great! 🙂

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    Kara
    June 21, 2013 at 11:00 PM

    Very nice! I’m moving into a new-to-me 145 year old home in a couple weeks, so all of this would be very helpful to me! I love your blog – it’s always so interesting and inspiring.

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    Laurel
    June 21, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    I want to win! My shutters could use some spray paint and my siding could use that magic eraser.

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    Laurel
    June 21, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    I want to win! My shutters could use some spray paint and my siding could use that magic eraser.

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    KC
    June 21, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    I love it! So cheerful!

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    Jean
    June 21, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    Would love to win this — thanks for the opportunity!

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    Sarah Ford
    June 21, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    Hope I win!

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    Unknown
    June 21, 2013 at 11:18 PM

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    Krista Nieman Hamacher
    June 21, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    I would love to win this giveaway. I just closed on my very first house yesterday and it is in need of some major cleaning and love outside!

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    Krista Nieman Hamacher
    June 21, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    I would love to win this giveaway. I just closed on my very first house yesterday and it is in need of some major cleaning and love outside!

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    Ann K
    June 21, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    This would be a great help for me! Love your blog.

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    Meg and Mum's
    June 21, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    Fabulous!

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    Michelle
    June 21, 2013 at 11:25 PM

    That’s such a cute front porch!

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    Kent and TerriLyn
    June 21, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    I thought magic erasers were only for crayon on the wall. Cool! I’ll have to try one on my porch!. . . And I love the sunny yellow! It wakes up the entry.

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    Nicole
    June 21, 2013 at 11:35 PM

    I need this!!! We have red dirt here in nc and our patio is completely and unevenly stained red. I hate it.

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    Unknown
    June 21, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    Your bench looks wonderful! I have used Magic Erasers for quite some time and I love how they clean.

  • Reply
    Betsy
    June 21, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    thanks for the giveaway! love your post!

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    marimac4
    June 21, 2013 at 11:56 PM

    AHHH… it signed me as unknown, the comment about loving your bench and Magic Erasers is from me.

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    Erin
    June 21, 2013 at 11:58 PM

    Oh I hope I win. Your front door looks so much better. Great job!

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    Anjanette
    June 22, 2013 at 12:06 AM

    My porch needs some makeover magic!

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    Debbie
    June 22, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    Looks great!! I love the pillows on the bench

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    Janet
    June 22, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    I love the yellow pillows!!

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    Janet
    June 22, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    I love the yellow pillows!!

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    in the kitchen with a nice cup of tea
    June 22, 2013 at 12:20 AM

    Love, love, love it!!

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    Peggy
    June 22, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    This is a great giveaway, from one of my favorite blogs!

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    Kristina
    June 22, 2013 at 12:30 AM

    Looks great. I love me some magic erasers!!!

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    Lori C
    June 22, 2013 at 12:47 AM

    Thanks for the chance to grab a great pile of stuff!

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    Jenny
    June 22, 2013 at 12:48 AM

    I love all the yellow – it really looks great.

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    Kristen
    June 22, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    I love the yellow!!!

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    Nicole
    June 22, 2013 at 1:01 AM

    Beautiful transformation! I especially love the plant. What a difference that alone makes…

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    Karamie Maynes
    June 22, 2013 at 1:03 AM

    I check your blog all the time, love the transformation pictures. So great to follow what other people create. Hope I win the giveaway! -Karamie Maynes

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    Andi
    June 22, 2013 at 1:04 AM

    Great giveaway! Your porch looks great! 🙂

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    Sarah
    June 22, 2013 at 1:05 AM

    That is so impressive how the Magic Eraser worked! It looks great. I get so much inspiration from this blog.

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    ro-grammie
    June 22, 2013 at 1:14 AM

    I never thought of the magic eraser for concrete!

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    Laura
    June 22, 2013 at 1:42 AM

    Thanks! Hope I win!

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    Mariah Knight
    June 22, 2013 at 1:43 AM

    I like the faux lemon tree. Very convincing 🙂

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    ashley
    June 22, 2013 at 1:46 AM

    Your porch looks great now!

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    Elise Swank
    June 22, 2013 at 1:48 AM

    My husband and I are buying our first house and this would be so fun to win! Thanks for being awesome!

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    Four dogs and one quilter
    June 22, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    Great giveaway! $100 Lowe’s card would certainly come in handy for summer DYI projects and you know I could definitely use some Magic Eraser love in my house.

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    Sylvia
    June 22, 2013 at 1:55 AM

    Could I use this? You better believe it. My front porch is an eye sore. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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    Larissa
    June 22, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    Very useful giveaway, and boy could I use it!!

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    Jeaneane
    June 22, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    I LOVE your door!!!

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    Cammie
    June 22, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    Awesome! I want to win!

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    Kristy
    June 22, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    I really need to try the Magic Eraser Outdoor Pro!

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    Dave & Cathy
    June 22, 2013 at 2:10 AM

    Love, love, love the clean and fresh look — especially the bright yellow accents. 🙂

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    sara
    June 22, 2013 at 2:19 AM

    Nice!!

    I love the mr clear erasers for my interior walls (especially with kids who think a white wall is an invitation to create art on it), nice to know they make outdoor erasers too.

    Just bought a new house and have all sorts of “freshening” projects on the list!

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    Katie Bell
    June 22, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    I want to win (exclamation point). My neighbors want me to win (exclamation point).

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    ohiofarmgirl
    June 22, 2013 at 2:48 AM

    Disappointed the door wasnt painted too! Dianntha

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    tammy d
    June 22, 2013 at 2:55 AM

    Happy summer!!

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    Christy Sheets
    June 22, 2013 at 2:57 AM

    My front porch could use a little love, Thanks for the giveaway,,

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    Cindia
    June 22, 2013 at 3:00 AM

    I love the Idea of the lemon tree. I read somewhere that they keep Mosquitos away. And yes, I’ll pretend yours is real lol nonetheless it looks beautiful, and welcoming.

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    Tabitha Brouhard
    June 22, 2013 at 3:03 AM

    Much brighter and cheerier!

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    Tabitha Brouhard
    June 22, 2013 at 3:03 AM

    I wish mine looked this bright and cheerful!

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    Laraine Eddington
    June 22, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    My concrete will thank you. Ok that’s a lie. My concrete has no feelings. But I will thank you because I do.

  • Reply
    Laraine Eddington
    June 22, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    My concrete will thank you. Ok that’s a lie. My concrete has no feelings. But I will thank you because I do.

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    Michelle P
    June 22, 2013 at 3:19 AM

    So pretty now! Thanks for the opportunity to win this awesome stuff!

  • Reply
    Heather at Happy Chippy Junk
    June 22, 2013 at 3:36 AM

    I love your erasers Mr. Clean!

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    Georgie Lee
    June 22, 2013 at 3:44 AM

    Magic erasers works wonders.

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    Susan Lentz
    June 22, 2013 at 3:48 AM

    My favorite update are the pillows on your bench … I’m in love! I’m also very impressed with Mr. Clean outdoor version.

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    Cathie
    June 22, 2013 at 4:08 AM

    Oh, you should see my back patio. It needs all this and more. And maybe a trip to the dump…

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    Melanie Higginson
    June 22, 2013 at 4:20 AM

    Hooray for lemons! I’ve heard good things about the Magic Eraser, but the way it cleaned up that welcome mat stain speaks volumes. I guess a picture really is worth a thousand words. 😉

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    Kristina A
    June 22, 2013 at 4:24 AM

    Love how that magic eraser cleaned up the concrete …. good to know that for the future!

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    charlieandjo
    June 22, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    I could really use some outdoor cleaning help. Thanks for the giveaway. Jo @ Let’s Face the Music

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    charlieandjo
    June 22, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    I could really use some outdoor cleaning help. Thanks for the giveaway. Jo @ Let’s Face the Music

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    Susan
    June 22, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    WOW– I love your quick change Better After! It’s so bright, light and summery!

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    Oh! Baby Designs
    June 22, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    I could use some of these cleaning products… With 4 kids, you can never have enough!!!

    Vera 🙂

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    JADE1712
    June 22, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    LOVE the lemon theme – so bright and cheerful! Our winter was so long (it snowed just a month ago!) that I am way behind in getting into the summer groove. Your inspiration – and a shot at the Lowe’s giveaway – will help.

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    Stephanie
    June 22, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Love the makeover! Great job!

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    Carissa and Jeff
    June 22, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    I love your blog!

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    Connie Haack
    June 22, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Wow! I would love to win this giveaway~ I have so many projects to catch up on. Your entry way looks amazing!

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    Chris
    June 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Ooh, I love the yellow! It’s so cheery!

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    Pamela
    June 22, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    Our 110 year old Victorian has a never ending to-do list! This would be a help. Thanks Linds for inspiring us to keep going with those improvements!

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    Zachary and Jennifer
    June 22, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Very nice update!

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    Tracy@GeneralSplendour
    June 22, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Outdoor Magic Eraser? I had no idea! Your step looks amazing. It’s like a portable power washer!

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    Courtney
    June 22, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Nice entry!

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    Beth
    June 22, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    I love your blog! Your sense of humor is awesome. Thanks!

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    Alicia Welch
    June 22, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Winner winner chicken dinner, I want to spruce up my outdoors with Lowe’s!

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    Chris
    June 22, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Outdoor magic eraser?! Sounds genius. Those things are amazing!!

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    Victoria
    June 22, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Love this! My porch could really use a bit of a shakeup!

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    Lisa
    June 22, 2013 at 2:03 PM

    Magic erasers are magic! I haven’t tried the outdoor news yet. Maybe I’ll win

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    Brittany
    June 22, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    That little tree is adorable. Love the pops of blue and yellow!

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    Amy
    June 22, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    It looks absolutely adorable!!

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    akbishop9
    June 22, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    My outdoors needs more work that I can contemplate. This would be a great start!

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    Halley
    June 22, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    I love magic erasers! Love the entry update too!

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    unmitigated me
    June 22, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    I can’t believe what the magic eraser did! I have a spot on the back patio just perfect for that.

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    IronLawGirl
    June 22, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    I didn’t even know there’s Magic Eraser spray!!!!

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    Tori Benick
    June 22, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    Contest or not, this is way cute 🙂 Good work!! 🙂

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    Melissa Gregg
    June 22, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    We love magic eraser too. Never heard of the outdoor one.

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    Holli Stoneroad
    June 22, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Beautiful and perfect for summer! Love the yellow!

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    Holli Stoneroad
    June 22, 2013 at 3:56 PM

    Beautiful and perfect for summer! Love the yellow!

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    bacurrie
    June 22, 2013 at 4:01 PM

    Love the door mat!

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    bacurrie
    June 22, 2013 at 4:01 PM

    Love the door mat!

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    Jenny B
    June 22, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Love your blog! so many good ideas.

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    Jennifer Allen
    June 22, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Awesome!

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    Joanna
    June 22, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    We’re trying to sell our place and could totally use a few extra $$$ to help amp the curb appeal.

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    Angie K.
    June 22, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Boy, could my back porch use a good cleaning! I also have the whole abandoned house look going on. lol

  • Reply
    Belinda
    June 22, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    Sounds like an awesome giveaway. I just love your blog girly!!

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    Andrea
    June 22, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Love the yellow! That’s what I’m going to do on our blank slate of a front porch! I love the mini lemon tree idea. Thank you for the giveaway.

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    Alicia Owens
    June 22, 2013 at 5:41 PM

    Thanks! Hope I win!

    aliciaowens85 at yahoo dot com

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    Jessica
    June 22, 2013 at 6:47 PM

    I seriously need you to spruce up my porch. It is not grungy, just… boring.

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    Marji
    June 22, 2013 at 7:03 PM

    i love the color scheme. makes me want to make everything lemony in the cookbook ha!

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    nevillj
    June 22, 2013 at 8:33 PM

    Looks amazingly better!

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    LouAnn @ GetFitCinci.com
    June 22, 2013 at 8:42 PM

    Love it! Super cute and summery!

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    Cynthia
    June 22, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Thanks for a great giveaway! I love Lowes!

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    Cynthia
    June 22, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Thanks for a great giveaway! I love Lowes!

  • Reply
    Cynthia
    June 22, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Thanks for a great giveaway! I love Lowes!

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    Melody Shingler
    June 22, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Wait! Other people have soda explosions on the front bench? from months ago? huh! Here I though I was the only one… 😉
    Thanks for having this fun lil’ clean giveaway!

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    RedeFIND
    June 22, 2013 at 8:57 PM

    Love the porch transformation, mine could use one too!

  • Reply
    Jentfur
    June 22, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    Love this giveaway!

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    becky_55
    June 22, 2013 at 9:17 PM

    That was JUST the kick in the pants I needed! It’s time to spiff up the front and back porches! Thank you! It’s beautiful!

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    s.
    June 22, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    We just bought a new house and I would love to transform my porch too! It’s a work in progress!

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    Amy
    June 22, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    Oooooooh! I want to win! YOUR front porch gave me inspiration to make MY front porch something that people might actually WANT to walk up to!

  • Reply
    Gayle
    June 22, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    I read your blog daily, and love your ideas & projects!

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    Gayle
    June 22, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    I read your blog daily, and love your ideas & projects!

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    neblox
    June 22, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    pick me! pick me! my front porch is in dire need of flowers, and my adirondak chair is begging for a tangerine paint job…

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    Chuckleheads
    June 22, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    You should hot glue some of those lemons onto your lemon tree. 😉 Love the makeover!

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    Sally
    June 22, 2013 at 10:27 PM

    Great job with your porch!!! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

    sally.puckett@yahoo.com

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    My Life
    June 22, 2013 at 10:41 PM

    Your porch looks so much brighter. It’s amazing what a bit of cleaning can do!

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    Laina27
    June 22, 2013 at 11:00 PM

    Your front entry looks amazing! Unfortunately, I HAD to redo mine last year when it was wiped out by hail, but there is always room for improvement on my back patio.

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    scwc
    June 22, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Great giveaway!!

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    scwc
    June 22, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Great giveaway!!

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    Z's mom
    June 22, 2013 at 11:28 PM

    Oh! Magic Erasers and Lowes…2 of my favorite things!

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    debbiethurmond
    June 23, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    Love the entryway. Little changes makes such a difference!!!

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    Linda Deline
    June 23, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    Nice setup…didn’t know there was a magic spray. Love your blog!! God bless.

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    Deb
    June 23, 2013 at 12:43 AM

    Love Magic erasers 🙂 With dogs and kids they are a must!

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    Norienne
    June 23, 2013 at 12:56 AM

    Love the yellow pillows!

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    kb
    June 23, 2013 at 1:19 AM

    Yellow is one of my favorite colors to brighten up my outdoors! Good choice. Also, magic eraser on concrete, I’m impressed.

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    JewelryGirl
    June 23, 2013 at 1:33 AM

    So cheerful and inviting! Good job girl!

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    ElleAlex
    June 23, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    Much better. Definitely “Better After”. That eraser pro might help clean my driveway of the residue from my husband’s random projects.

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    ElleAlex
    June 23, 2013 at 1:54 AM

    Much better. Definitely “Better After”. That eraser pro might help clean my driveway of the residue from my husband’s random projects.

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    The Mickelsens
    June 23, 2013 at 2:31 AM

    I think sometimes it’s so easy to focus on the inside of our home our outside needs it too.

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    Martha's Favorites
    June 23, 2013 at 2:43 AM

    Everything looks beautiful. Please put my name in the hat. Thanks, Martha

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    pam {simple details}
    June 23, 2013 at 2:52 AM

    Thanks, Lindsey! Your entry is looking pretty spiffy! Love those Magic Erasers!

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    Connie@Connie Nikiforoff Designs
    June 23, 2013 at 3:04 AM

    Man could I use all the goodies from Lowe’s! Super duper 🙂

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    ferdigal54
    June 23, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    Great giveaway… My porch is ready for some cleaning!

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    cry1mxr
    June 23, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    I am about to close on my first home… it would be great to get a kick start in the outdoor department!!!

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    Whitney Bower
    June 23, 2013 at 3:17 AM

    What a great giveaway! Thanks so much, Lindsey.

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    Whitney Bower
    June 23, 2013 at 3:24 AM

    What a great giveaway! Thanks so much, Lindsey.

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    Whitney Bower
    June 23, 2013 at 3:24 AM

    I am about to close on my first home… it would be great to get a kick start in the outdoor department!!!

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    lodyp
    June 23, 2013 at 3:51 AM

    As my mama would say, “honey, your porch looks more better!”. (and it really really does! Congrats!)

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    Heather M
    June 23, 2013 at 3:55 AM

    Love your front door area… I’d never guess it was in AZ! Here’s hoping I win, so I can spruce up my own AZ outdoor spaces! 🙂

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    natfencer
    June 23, 2013 at 4:54 AM

    I LOVE the yellow accents. Great way to add in color. Not too overpowering. You always leave me awe inspired.

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    natfencer
    June 23, 2013 at 4:55 AM

    I LOVE the yellow accents. Great way to add in color. Not too overpowering. You always leave me awe inspired.

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    Annie
    June 23, 2013 at 5:01 AM

    Love the yellow!

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    Nicole
    June 23, 2013 at 5:22 AM

    I love it!! Mr. Clean here I come!!

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    DM
    June 23, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    I have the same stain on my house! I am so going to use that spray. Sweet! 🙂

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    BloodyLlama
    June 23, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    For a cost effective alternative to magic erases by Mr. Clean I suggest going onto Ebay and searching “Melamine Cleaner” or just magic erasers. You can get the same type of sponges as Mr. Clean but with a considerably lower price tag! They work just as well too :)! Just thought I help.

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    BloodyLlama
    June 23, 2013 at 8:29 AM

    For a cost effective alternative to magic erases by Mr. Clean I suggest going onto Ebay and searching “Melamine Cleaner” or just magic erasers. You can get the same type of sponges as Mr. Clean but with a considerably lower price tag! They work just as well too :)! Just thought I help.

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    zerolisteners
    June 23, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Horray for Summer and horray for Lowes!

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    Snobody918
    June 23, 2013 at 11:13 AM

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    Snobody918
    June 23, 2013 at 11:14 AM

    Absolutely love the sunny yellow lemons! Such inspirational ideas on the site!

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    Brittons of Provo
    June 23, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    My welcome mat literally has moss growing all over it. I’m thinking that’s a sign that it’s day of being useful are over.

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    Kayleigh S
    June 23, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    This would be so awesome!

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    SarahM
    June 23, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Oh my…I love the changes you made, but what I really noticed is how much I love your door! It looks beautiful! The yellow goes well with it. 🙂

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    Jessica
    June 23, 2013 at 1:13 PM

    Love Magic Erasers!

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    Angela
    June 23, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    I love Magic Eraser! I didn’t use them until recently, believe it or not. Love em! Your blog is awesome, it gives me inspiration to create my own “Afters”!

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    Korrie@RedHenHome
    June 23, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Your porch looks great! Love those pretty pillows.

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    Calli W
    June 23, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    What a difference!

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    Brooke
    June 23, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Love the pillows!

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    Susan
    June 23, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    The yellow is very cheery-yea for summer! If I win the GC, I’ll give it to my son for his new apartment-he needs LOTS of things 🙂

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    Heather Allred
    June 23, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    I tried to comment on the page but my computer is being weird. I hope right here is okay… I ABSOLUTELY love your blog! I seriously look at it every day. Love before and after pictures. Your front porch looks so much better! A lot more welcoming that’s for sure. Keep the inspiration coming! 🙂

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    Kelly
    June 23, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    I’d love to win this!

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    Enjoi the Possibilities
    June 23, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    love the transformation especially the tree!!!

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    Meggan Redfield
    June 23, 2013 at 9:22 PM

    Love your blog for your commentary, hilarious! Makes me feel better about all of my projects waiting to happen 🙂

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    Holly
    June 23, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Love your blog! Here’s hoping to give my front door an awesome “after”!!

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    Amy Lou
    June 23, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Must. have. lemonade.

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    taidyeoriginal
    June 23, 2013 at 10:26 PM

    Your porch space is so cute! I love the yellow pops!

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    Aya
    June 23, 2013 at 10:29 PM

    I love, love, love your blog. Your blog is truly inspirational and i have been getting lots of good ideas from you for our house we just bought! Looking forward to future posts!!

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    Amy Lou
    June 23, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    Must. have. lemonade.

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    Colleen
    June 23, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    Nice job!

    My deck could use a scrubbing as well. Grayish-black soot from the local foundry plus some greenish looking stuff (mold maybe?) do not a pretty picture make.

    Thanks for the opportunity!

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    Kim
    June 23, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    I just redid out front porch as our house is for sale…. So much better — why didn’t I do this years ago? LOVE your facelift as well. ~Kim

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    Kim
    June 23, 2013 at 10:59 PM

    I just gave my front door a facelift as well. LOVE your upgrades and cleaning up.

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    Stephanie G
    June 23, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    I love Magic Erasers, they are great for bathtubs and tough clean up projects!

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    Holly
    June 23, 2013 at 11:22 PM

    I love this blog and giveaway!
    I also love me some Magic Erasers– as I have yet to find a mess they can’t tackle!

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    Maria
    June 23, 2013 at 11:42 PM

    Love the “lemon tree”! Gorgeous 🙂

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    Tiffy Ann
    June 24, 2013 at 12:11 AM

    I love the lemons. So fresh!

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    Deja
    June 24, 2013 at 12:59 AM

    I have the same problem at the front of my house, can’t wait to tackle it.

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    ssbutterfly01
    June 24, 2013 at 1:09 AM

    The wonders of magic eraser! Awesome makeover and pretty simple to boot!

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    Rita
    June 24, 2013 at 1:35 AM

    It looks awesome!

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    Kim
    June 24, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    Love this redo and I swear by Magic Eraser!

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    Julie, The Gourmet Chef
    June 24, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    Love your blog! Total inspiration!

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    Missy
    June 24, 2013 at 2:16 AM

    I need that magic eraser!!!

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    Melissa
    June 24, 2013 at 3:55 AM

    I don’t think there’s anything Magic Erasers can’t do. Great giveaway! Fingers crossed!

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    Neiddy Ruiz
    June 24, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    I have read very good reviews about the Mr Clean Outdoor Pro,I can’t wait to put it to the test
    Leidy R – rafflecopter

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    Cheri Hall
    June 24, 2013 at 6:44 AM

    We’re in the midst of making repairs that are taking waaaay too loooong, and this would be such a great boost to kick me back in gear! Thanks so much for the great blog, and the great give-away!

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    greenduckiesgirl
    June 24, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    I would have never thought that I liked a wreath with fake lemons hot glued onto it but I do. Seriously, that’s adorable. Love the new look!

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    midlifedreaming
    June 24, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    I didn’t know there were magic erasers for outside stuff! I use them all around the house, now I have to get the big one! Love your blog and your porch looks fantastic!

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    F
    June 24, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    My favorite color yellow! Love those accents! Its amazing what a little spruce up can do!

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    Cindy Martin
    June 24, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    Amazing what a few small things can do for an entry to your home!

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    Kirsten
    June 24, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    WHAT? There is an outdoor Magic Eraser??? Thank you Jesus and Mr. Clean!

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    Lana S
    June 24, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Mandy P
    June 24, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!! It’s perfect for those of us like me who have DIY Before & After ADD. Also love how your front porch turned out! 🙂

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    Rebecca
    June 24, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Love the wreath.

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    Chris and Barb
    June 24, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    It said I left a comment but I didn’t…but now I will ! I am shocked that you could use that eraser on concrete and get that result ! Going to have to get a package for my porch. Thanks for the giveaway !

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    Jessica
    June 24, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    Thanks for the chance to enter, I love the pillows!

    jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com

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    Lucy
    June 24, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    I love it! Such a fresh, summery makeover. The pops of yellow are really inspiring.

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    Erica
    June 24, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    You had such a great after photo! I love it!

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    Barbara
    June 24, 2013 at 1:14 PM

    Love your blog! And love looking at the after pictures!

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    Dani
    June 24, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    I love what a little bright color can do to add character! And Magic Eraser is a miracle!!

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    six3design
    June 24, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    NEED TO WIN

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    Brittany Norwood
    June 24, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    Love your blog and excited about this giveaway! My front door area could definitely use some TLC.

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    Vorpaks
    June 24, 2013 at 1:37 PM

    My front door needs so much help I don’t even know where to start. It has green plastic carpet-like material (kinda like fake grass) GLUED to the concrete pad in front of our door. Not sure how then heck we are going to get that stuff up, or what lurks underneath.

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    **Mumzy
    June 24, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    I had NO idea Magic Eraser did that!!! I can’t live without one. They are the most amazing cleaning tool ever invented!!! Thanks for the fun giveaway!!!

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    Angiescraps
    June 24, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    I would love to win! My back porch definitely needs some sprucing up!

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    rphd
    June 24, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    Obligatory comment entry 😉

    One of these days I will win something, I’m sure!

    Pelham @ UrbanDEN

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    Vonda
    June 24, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    It looks amazing!

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    Catherine Johnson
    June 24, 2013 at 2:12 PM

    I really do love your blog. I get so inspired to do stuff until I realize that it’s hot outside and I can just read a book instead.

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    Aunt_B
    June 24, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    I love the yellow pillows! And, you’ve inspired me to peek under my welcome mat…I’m scured.

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    Whitney
    June 24, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Ha! Your before front rug looks just like mine.

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    Whitney
    June 24, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    Ha! Your before front rug looks just like mine.

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    kara
    June 24, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Love magic erasers! The number one use in our house is cleaning cat nose prints off of windows, followed closely by paw prints off of sills.

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    Jamie Puglisi
    June 24, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    What an easy but dramatic transformation! I love what you did to the wreath!

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    Kato-Potato
    June 24, 2013 at 2:52 PM

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    Katie B.
    June 24, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    What a beautiful facelift for your front patio. Looks like I should use Magic Erasers on our grill…

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    carrie eastman
    June 24, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Always love looking at these before and after’s!!

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    laurmela
    June 24, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Love your blog!

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    laurmela
    June 24, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    Love your blog!

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    TXsunlover
    June 24, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    I love your blog! You have so much more imagination than I do. And now I’m looking at our front porch and realize that it really needs some help. That will be our weekend project this week. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    Coree
    June 24, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    Great ideas! I never thought about sticking lemons to a wreath! Love it!

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    mrsalf97
    June 24, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Would love to win this!

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    Sarah
    June 24, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Amazing what a huge difference some tiny changes make!

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    Talia
    June 24, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    Would love all of this! How much fun! 🙂

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    Talia
    June 24, 2013 at 4:25 PM

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    Elizabeth M.
    June 24, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    This would be great for sprucing up our patio!

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    Heidi Brubaker
    June 24, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    I love your blog. So much inspiration for my own house!

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    The Fergy Bunch
    June 24, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Oh I love all the great ideas here!

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    Jill
    June 24, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    So purty!!

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    Jane Nelson
    June 24, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    My front porch could definitely use a sprucing!!!

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    nicole francine
    June 24, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Holy Smoke!

    That turned out so lovely! I tend to forget my entryway (and my back patio, since I’m being so honest) and had utterly forgotten that I could actually DO something about it!

    Thanks for the offer!

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    Pam Lehrman
    June 24, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    Love it. Looks awesome! I have kids, so everything could always use sprucing up!

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    Kathy and Andrew
    June 24, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    Love the cute yellow pillows!

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    Kathy and Andrew
    June 24, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Love the cute yellow pillows!

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    Deborah
    June 24, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Love Mr. Clean’s Magic Eraser…didn’t know there is an outdoor version. Definitely want to try it out!!!

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    Genissa Ann
    June 24, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    I just discovered your blog & love it!

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    content2be
    June 24, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Excited about the giveway! Here’s to hoping. Love your blog.

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    Jessica Strayer
    June 24, 2013 at 5:49 PM

    Cute pillows! Whole thing looks great.

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    Lynda
    June 24, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Your entrance looks fabulous!

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    K Lawrence
    June 24, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    It is amazing what an impact a few small changes can make!

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    Jtammy
    June 24, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    I love your blog. I’d love to win this giveaway. My entry needs help.

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    noel staples
    June 24, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    GOOD SHOW!

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    KPackard
    June 24, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    Looks amazing!

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    KPackard
    June 24, 2013 at 6:10 PM

    Looks amazing!

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    ashleyco
    June 24, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    I have been a huge fan of your blog–can get lost in your posts for daysss. Plus some of your toddler kitchen redos helped inspire me to make my own 2 year old a little play stovetop. Keep up the awesome work!

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    freshsamanthaaa
    June 24, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    It looks so happy and clean! My porch needs some love, this is great inspiration.

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    Angie
    June 24, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Way better after!! I am a big fan of Magic Erasers, but I’ve never heard of the outdoor Magic Erasers.

    Thanks for your wonderful blog. You always make me laugh, just better not to be drinking hot coffee when I read your blog ; P

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    Angie
    June 24, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    Way better after!! I am a big fan of Magic Erasers, but I’ve never heard of the outdoor Magic Erasers.

    Thanks for your wonderful blog. You always make me laugh, just better not to be drinking hot coffee when I read your blog ; P

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    Carrie B
    June 24, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    So cute. I love the bench with the sunny yellow pillows!

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    Cara
    June 24, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    I wonder if that outdoor pro would work on my gross concrete steps.. My family is helping me repaint the garage, add more grass to a worn out lawn and fix up the outside so clean looking paths would look great!

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    June Lisle
    June 24, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    I love the magic eraser. It really get’s things done.

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    Mollie D
    June 24, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Love the yellow

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    RobinJ
    June 24, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    This blog is always inspirational. I think twice now before I throw any piece of furniture away. Always brightens things up using lemons and yellow!

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    Carly Ann
    June 24, 2013 at 8:08 PM

    Summer is in full swing here in Florida so this is great inspiration. Loving the yellow and the way it really brightens everything up!

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    Brittany
    June 25, 2013 at 3:19 AM

    My patio needs some love, I’d love to win!

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    Jennifer Arndt
    June 24, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Love that bench!! Hope I win the loot. 🙂

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    Christina Riley
    June 24, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    I enjoy your blog. I am excited about this giveaway bi would love to win to decorate my patio!

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    Diane Zane
    June 24, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Fantastic!

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    Diane Zane
    June 24, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Fantastic!

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    Ariela Haro von Mogel
    June 24, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    This could definitely be used at my “fixer-upper” house… *curse hubby under breath!* ;D
    Your front porch looks great Lindsey!!
    Never heard of Magic Eraser, sounds intriguing.

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    chelsea gora
    June 24, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    This would be the perfect thing to kick off the summer and make the house look pretty again! Thank you for the giveaway!

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    Wyndi
    June 24, 2013 at 9:10 PM

    Love this post! I’m in the process of updating my front porch as week speak. First step is getting new glass put in my front doors…the excitement is killing me!!

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    Dianne
    June 24, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    Love Magic Eraser!!!
    Definitely my go-to cleaning item.

    Perfect giveaway…any time of the year.

    Thanks so much!!!

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    marcia goss
    June 24, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    What a great giveaway! I could use the cleaning supplies to clean my deck furniture.
    marcia.goss@gmail.com

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    Kimberly and Nathan
    June 24, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Cute!

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    Giggles and Bloom girls
    June 24, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    looove Lowes for all the decor and home improvement, your porch was majorly improved!!!!

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    Kathleen C.
    June 24, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    I’ve never heard of this “Magic Eraser”… wouldn’t it be cool to win one! And maybe a gift card to buy a pretty mat and a lemon decorated wreath with…

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    ~~Patsy
    June 24, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    VERY nice–bright and summery, just like you said!

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    Anna See
    June 25, 2013 at 12:14 AM

    Your entry makeover is so fresh and summery!

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    Tabathia
    June 25, 2013 at 1:02 AM

    I would def use the products for my daughter’s outside toys

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    Erin
    June 25, 2013 at 1:24 AM

    Love this!

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    Angie@BlueberryLane
    June 25, 2013 at 1:42 AM

    I love the touches of yellow! So summery! You’ve inspired me to add a little more color to my front porch!

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    Alexis Ramsey-Tobienne
    June 25, 2013 at 2:02 AM

    I love the touches of yellow–such a perfect summer color!

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    Asha Butterflys
    June 25, 2013 at 2:39 AM

    Looks amazing

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    Lucy
    June 25, 2013 at 2:44 AM

    I love the before and after pictures!!!

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    Lucy
    June 25, 2013 at 2:45 AM

    Happy Summer… I would love to win..

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    Lucy
    June 25, 2013 at 2:46 AM

    I love the before and after pictures!!!

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    Stephanie
    June 25, 2013 at 2:47 AM

    My favorite part of the redo are the pillows – so cute! I’ve never used the Magic Eraser on such a big project -glad to know it works so well.
    Stephanie
    steph 0828 at Hotmail dot com

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    vwolfe
    June 25, 2013 at 2:50 AM

    i did not know they made mr clean for out doors

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    Valerie
    June 25, 2013 at 2:52 AM

    Yay to magic erasers! Thanks for the giveaway!

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    Karen Lindsey
    June 25, 2013 at 3:44 AM

    What a neat change

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    Nillebob
    June 25, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Your entryway looks so nice!

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    Nillebob
    June 25, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Your entryway looks so nice!

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    bunny
    June 25, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Yes! Magic erasersssss

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    Jo-Elle
    June 26, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Love your blog. Hopefully I win!

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