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The ReStoration Corner

Welcome to ReStore's official blog! Here we post the latest and greatest ReStore happenings, including: DIY tips and videos, sales and contests, seasonal topics, volunteer spotlights, business donor information, and much more. 

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How to Make a Business Donation to Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Has your business ever changed locations, had extra inventory or building materials left over from a project, or needed to open up space in your warehouse but you didn’t know what to do? Thankfully, all you have to do is ask and Twin Cities Habitat...

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Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Annual Report 2020-2021.

You helped create, preserve, and promote homeownership (2020-2021 annual report)

When you shop, donate, or volunteer at ReStore, you're not just helping Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity — you're creating the transformational power...

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ReStore Manager Jan on a recent segment of DIY Friday on WCCO.

DIY Friday: The tools to get the job done

You can buy a set of tools from just about anywhere, but ReStore Manager Jan shares a couple of must-haves to add to any homeowners collection. Watch...

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Measuring lumber next to a circular saw.

What to do with leftover building materials

You’ve just finished a construction project or remodel and feel a deep sense of satisfaction. Then you look around and see all the stuff you didn’t...

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Chair upholstery steps.

Have a seat! Refresh an old chair with these simple steps

Guest blog by Rae Fleming, an independent blogger and DIYer in Minnesota. Let's have a seat, rest, and catch up! It's been a busy summer for me:...

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Jan on WCCO's DIY Friday.

Tips for Tiling [VIDEO]

ReStore Manager Jan Hagerman shared some tiling tips and encouragement to start your own project on a recent DIY Friday segment on WCCO. It can be...

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ReStore staff at both locations.

Robin Henrichsen new Director of ReStore

We're excited to announce that Robin Henrichsen is the new Director of ReStore Operations for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity! Robin will lead the...

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Couches at ReStore.

How to Buy Used Furniture: 9 Tips to Score Second Hand Treasure

Buying used furniture is a great way to save money, keep reusable items out of landfills, and have a little shopping adventure while you're at it....

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Upcycled Birdhouses.

Here are the winners of the Birdhouse Upcycle Challenge!

We are amazed at the creativity and ingenuity of the entries in our Birdhouse Upcycle Challenge. Materials were old wood, metal, plastics, and the...

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Jan Hagerman demonstrating a DIY project.

Meet ReStore's Assistant Store Manager, Jan Hagerman!

This is an updated version of a previously published blog, written by Kaitlyn Dormer. Do you recognize that face? Maybe you’ve seen her at the State...

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