Bathrooms | Electrical/Lighting | Flooring | Hardware/Tools | Kitchens | Lawn and Garden | Millwork Paint/Wallcoverings | Plumbing | Wood Staining and Refinishing | Interior Decorating

BATHROOMS

Creating a Bathroom Spa Retreat
An old Spanish proverb states ‘How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then relax afterwards.” Let this workshop provide you with ideas to create a home spa get-a-way so that after a long hard day, you will be able to reward yourself by relaxing and doing absolutely nothing.

Changing Bathroom Faucets
Been into the home improvement stores and saw all of the nice designer faucets for the kitchen and bath, but you kept walking because you thought the project was over your head? DIY DIVA has the answer. This class will teach participants how to install bathroom faucets and change the look of your bathroom totally!

Toilet Basics 101/Removing and Replacing Toilets Seats
In this workshop participants will learn how to remove their existing toilet seats and replace them with new ones.

ELECTRICAL/LIGHTING

Yikes! Electrical Basics
This workshop provides safety tips for your electrical projects and is a suggested prerequisite for all other electrical workshops. This workshop is a must for every DIY Diva! 

Installing Dimmer Switches ( Prerequisite: Yikes: Electrical Basics)

Installing Ceiling Fans ( Prerequisite: Yikes: Electrical Basics )

Installing Indoor Lighting Fixtures ( Prerequisite: Yikes: Electrical Basics)

Want to change the look of your lighting and go from shabby to chic or drab to fab?  This workshop is for you.  You will learn step-by-step instruction on installing any light fixture.  It is easier than you think!

Installing Faux Plaster Ceiling Medallions (Prerequisite: Yikes: Electrical Basics)

Installing Kitchen Cabinet Lighting (Prerequisite: Yikes: Electrical Basics)

FLOORING

Introduction To Flooring
Would you like to have the floors for your home that you’ve always dreamed of but didn’t quite know where to start or which type of flooring would help enhance your present décor? If so, this workshop is for you! This class provides you with the basics of flooring types and uses, such as vinyl, laminate, wood, carpeting, and ceramic tile. You will also learn how to select the best type of flooring for your projects. This is sure to be a very informative class for the beginner “do-it-yourselfer.”

Installing Laminate Flooring
Do you like the look of hardwood flooring? Wood flooring is an age old classic that stands the test of time. This class will provide you with all the answers and confidence to get the look of hardwood, but at a less expensive cost while learning how to “do-it-yourself.” In this class you will learn the following:

• Tools Required to Complete the Project
• Step-by-Step Instructions of Laminate Flooring Installation
• Hardwood Touch-Ups Basics
• Maintaining Your Laminate Flooring

Installing Ceramic Floor Tile
Ahh! Ceramic tile--A cool-to-the-touch chameleon. Porcelain is an ideal choice for a floor that replicates stone because of its durability, easy maintenance, and through-body color. This class will provide you with the know-how and confidence to “do-it-yourself.” In this class you will learn the following:

• Tools Required to Complete the Project
• Step-by-Step Instructions of Ceramic Tile Installation
• Grout Color Selection
• Maintaining Your Ceramic Floors

** Recommended prerequisite is the “Introduction to Flooring Class”

HARDWARE/TOOLS

Introduction To Tools
 

Power Tools (Types and Uses)

It’s Tool Time
This workshop encompasses basic tool knowledge and selection.  You will review basic tools and uses.  This workshop is a must for every DIY DIVA!

Replacing Door Knobs
Tired of looking at the same old door knobs? Want to make the exterior of a door “pop?” Add a new door knobs and let DIY DIVA show you how.

KITCHENS

Kitchen Design A-Z
Thinking about remodeling your kitchen? Have you been looking for economical ways to enhance the look of your kitchen while focusing on efficiency and style? This class will provide you with A to Z basics of kitchen design.  You are sure to enjoy this workshop.

Replacing Kitchen Sinks
Want to enhance your kitchen décor by replacing your kitchen sink? Sinks have become prime design accents -- a place to add a bit of dash to an otherwise restrained scheme. In this class, participants will learn how to replace kitchen sinks.

Replacing Kitchen Faucets
Been into the home improvement stores and saw all of the nice designer faucets for the kitchen and bath, but you kept walking because you thought the project was over your head? DIY DIVA has come to the rescue. This class will teach participants how to install kitchen faucets and be the envy of the neighborhood!

How to Change the Look of Your Cabinets
Have you been thinking about changing the look of your kitchen or bathroom cabinets, but thought the project was beyond your capabilities? Let DIY DIVA assist you with beautifying your kitchen or bathroom decor. This class will provide the participant with the steps to change out existing cabinet doors as well as install or replace cabinet door handles.

Installing Ceramic Tile Countertops
Would you like to change the total look of your kitchen or bathroom by simply tiling your countertops? Have you always thought that this was a job for the professionals? Let DIY DIVA assist you with your countertop tiling project. Participants will learn how to tile countertops and be the envy of all of their girlfriends.

Installing a Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplashes add just the splash of class and design to an otherwise uninspiring wall. Do you feel that your kitchen décor is missing something, but can’t quite identify what it is? Let DIY DIVA show you how to spice up your kitchen décor. This class will provide participants with step-by-step instruction on how to install kitchen backsplashes as well as an overview of some of the various types of backsplashes.

Types of Backsplashes

Ceramic Tile Tin Backsplashes Murals Cork Tiles Stainless Steel Tile Copper Tile Mosaic Glass Tiles Design Your Own Tile

LAWN AND GARDEN

Can You Dig It? Gardening Basics

Would you like to take up gardening, but don't quite know where to start?  Do you envy the neighbors yard with all of the pretty blooms and blossoms?  Then, this workshop is for you.  You will learn all of the plant basics from seasonal planting, annuals, perennials, potting mixes, etc., and before you know it you will have the perfect garden and to think "you did it yourself."  (Instructor: Lillie Golden)

How to buy and care for Tropical and Exotic Plants in your Home

How Does Your Garden Grow? Gardening Basics

Would you like to take up gardening, but don't quite know where to start?  Do you envy the neighbors yard with all of the pretty blooms and blossoms?  Then, this workshop is for you.  You will learn all of the plant basics from seasonal planting, annuals, perennials, potting mixes, etc., and before you know it you will have the perfect garden and to think "you did it yourself."  (Instructor: Arlen Gray)

Enhancing your Landscape

What better way to increase your property value than to enhance your existing landscape.  A small investment in garden decor can complement your overall garden design.  This workshop will show you how to use artifacts, birdbaths, sculptures, and other pieces to simplify and enhance your landscape.

Landscape Pavers and Stepping Stones for your Lawn

Container Gardening

Container gardening is a perfect way to show off your creativity and green thumb indoors or outdoors.  This workshop will have you singing to mother nature!  Let your creativity run wild with container selections to display the beauty of the earth.  This workshop is a must for the beginner gardener.

MILLWORK

Installing Crown Molding and Chair Rails
This workshop will prepare you to easily install crown molding and chair rails to provide for adding more elegance to a room. You will leave this workshop ready to get your project started once you see just how easy it is.

PAINT/WALLCOVERINGS

This is the perfect workshop for the beginner to advanced painter.  You will want to paint the whole house after attending this workshop.  Did you know that it is believed that certain paint colors dictate the moods of individuals?  We will have you painting in no time!  Topics in this workshop include: Paint types and uses, working with color palettes, caulks, adhesives and solvents, and paint preparation work.

Decorative Paint Techniques I

Sponging, Colorwashing, and Combing Paint Techniques

Decorative Paint Techniques II

Stamping, Stenciling, and Metallic Paint Techniques

Wallcoverings/Wallpaper Installation

This workshop will provide instruction on wallpaper selection, application and removal.  Wallpaper can be used on just one wall or all walls in a room.  There are so many different types and styles to fit any decor.  The hardest part about the completion of this project is selecting the wallpaper!

PLUMBING

Replacing Bathroom Faucets
Been into the home improvement stores and saw all of the nice designer faucets for the kitchen and bath, but you kept walking because you thought the project was over your head? DIY DIVA has come to the rescue. This class will teach participants how to replace bathroom faucets and be the envy of the neighborhood!

Basic Toilet Repair and Replacing Toilet Seats
In this workshop participants will learn how to replace toilet seats from basic selections to decorative patterns. Participants will also review basic repair and identifying the parts of the toilet.

WOOD STAINING & REFINISHING

Wood Staining & Refinishing Furniture

Ever watched the home improvement shows and wondered exactly how easy it was to change the look of furniture by staining or refinishing it?  Good News!  It was as easy as it looked.  This workshop will provide you with the basic steps of how to stain and refinish furniture.  As an extra added bonus, you will also learn a very easy technique in fixing scratches on wood for some of your thrift store finds!

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INTERIOR DECORATING

Picture Matting, Framing & Hanging

Nursery Design for Baby

Basic Home Maintenance (Savings for your Home)

Silk Plants: Making Arrangements with Flair

Kitchen Remodeling? Things You Must Know

How to Select a Contractor

Home Safety: Safety Proofing Your Home

Budget Decorating

Planning a Dinner Party

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