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aboutcanadaspremier diy-ista linda bodorepurpose, recycle, and redefine leisure time

Canadas premier DIYista, author and columnist, Linda Bodo,rescues items destined for our landfills and gives them a second lifeby kicking recycle up a notch using the term Upcycle. Lindahelps turn everyday objects into chic designs for the home andgarden one soup can at a time.

Lindas upscale projects dispel the myth that handcrafted items aretacky, poor quality, and an obvious sign of frugality. ber decorboutiques offer similar wares at exorbitant price tags with the samelevel of craftsmanship.

Armed with a degree under her tool belt, Linda has turned dreamsinto reality for three decades in her native city of Edmonton,

Alberta. In 1989 she founded PROPabilities corp, a design studio specializing in themanufacturing of oversized props for shopping centres and commercial venues. In2005 she shifted gears from large corporate projects to manageable undertak-ngs that anyone can realize.

Her passion for do-it-yourself projects embraces the simple pleasure ofworking with ones hands; a form of stress management that builds

muscle for the soul through the whack of a hammer or the rev of apower tool. Her projects combine environmental consciousness withhealth and wellness, two movements that respect the continuity andquality of life. Undertakings can be accomplished by DIY aficionadosand virgins alike in an hour or a weekend.

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Linda Bodo, a tried, tested and

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why would we want linda to speak to our group?

With years of experience behind her, Lindas fusion of repurposing and Upcycling everyday householditems Linda gives a presentation that will not only address their environmental needs, but will help with thefeeling of self-fulfillment and assist in stress relief.

Linda blends humour, personal narratives, and DIY skill into inspiring presentations guaranteed to motivateindividuals from all walks of life. From small-scale demos to large venues, she regularly showcases her DIYprojects and workshops with ardent audiences. Her talks are informal, fun, and informative. Linda hastraveled the country offeringworkshops and seminars that combine her unique style of artwork whileeducating the public about how to save the planet.

Participants will learn:1. How toRepurposetheir household items and give them a second life2. How to makeRecyclinga way of life - by changing your mindset and learning to invest in your environment wicreative ingenuity3. Reclaim your financial investment in household products and your planet by reducing your footprint on the earth4. Learn how toRedirectitems destined for our landfills into limited edition, handmade projects guaranteed to turnheads.5. Releaseyour inner creativity and artistic talents to produce snazzy and stylish upscale works of art for yourself ofor your family6. Redefinewhat you want out of life - including having a ball with your family and the peace of mind that comesalong with doing your part to save the planet

Lindas workshops and seminars provide each participant with concise step-by-step instructions,materials lists, timelines, tools, helpful construction tips, and resources to make every project manageableand easy to complete.

Inspiring, great ideas, simple projects,

easy to follow instructionsLinda wake

up the creative side in all of us.

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author,columnist,mediamaven

Linda Bodo is the author of the best selling books Enjoy Life Outside andThe Art of Upcycle, two books that take design to the highest levels both

inside and out. In her books Linda gives step-by-step instructions on creatinginspiring al fresco projects that are creatively simple and rewarding, that willtransform your outdoor living space into a work of art. She takes that sameorganic natural feel and applies it to the inside of the home where her inge-nious projects will add value to your home and environment.

Lindas books reach a wide audience that wants to use their handmade craft-ing skills to help save the planet as well as beautify their surroundings. Learnhow to Repurpose, reclaim, and redefine your leisure time by picking up thesegreat books today.

Linda is active online and in the media. Linda is a regular columnist for theEdmontonians Magazine with Absolute Bodo, a guide dedicated to the Artof Living and contributes to Enjoy Gardening Magazine with do it yourselfprojects. She currently writes for Source Media Group and her columnappears in the magazines Edmonton Home & Condo Living and CalgaryNew Home Living. She has appeared on Breakfast TV, City TV, CTV, and EasyRock FM. She has also appeared at the following trade shows, retail outletsand events demonstrating her knowledge and love for all things recycled-Edmonton, Calgary, Rocky Mountain House and Red Deer Home & Garden

Shows, Edmontons Womens Show, Indigo, Chapters, Coles, Capital Health,Rona, Banff Library, Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre, Barrhead Green Expo,Strathcona Garden Club, Sangudo Horticultural Club, Holes Greenhouses,and George Pegg Botanical Gardensto name just a few!

Enjoy Life OutsidePrice: $21.99 CDNISBN 978-1-894728-08-9Written by Linda Bodo136 pages, trade paperbackPublished by Enjoy Books

Imprint of Holes publishing2009

Enjoy L e u s e

The Art of UpcyclePrice: $21.99 CDNISBN 978-1-894728-09-6Written by Linda Bodo126 pages, trade paperbackPublished by Absolute Bodo2010

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If you thought it was cool how MacGyver could

take a Swiss Army knife, door knob, copper wire

and crushed Aspirin to jury rig an explosive, wa

until you see what Linda Bodo can do with a win

bottle, plywood, 20-gauge wire and hot glue stic

The Edmonton-based do-it-yourself guru and

author of The Art of Upcycle: Repurpose, Recla

& Redefine Leisure Time is a crafty DIYer trying

save the planet one soup tin at a time.

- Calgary Herald

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whatpeopleare saying

Bodo makes each and every project simple to get started asshe provides a timeline, materials list and tools list. Not only is

Enjoy Life Outside a step-by-step DIY book, there are words ofencouragement and inspiration. The DIY projects in this bookare stress relievers, an outlet for creativity and a sense ofaccomplishment. The Edmonton Sun

Upcycling is not a flash-in-the-pan fad, either, says Bodo. Asmore people incorporate being green into the home and

everyday living, the word is gaining a foothold in thhome-style vernacular. Its a trend thats percolatingright now, but its here to stay because we arebecoming more and more aware of our planet andhow we have to look after Mother Earth, says Bodo Victoria Times Colonist

Linda was a resounding success at the Home andGarden Showher body language, communicationskills and use of quality props all contributed to anenjoyable DIY experience for audience members.- Scott Boyd, Exec Officer, CHBA-CA (2004 2009

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