Saturday, June 15, 2013

A Potting Bench Make Over

Hello Sweets, today I am want to share my new Potting Bench with you. My friend Jill gave me her old Potting Bench which she had sitting in her garage for several years without ever using it. 


I gave it a natural stain and dressed it up
and I attached some cute little hooks to the sides to dress it up


 



and as an added bonus I can use the potting bench for brushing our little Bunny ...Bugsy is less thrilled. .LOL
A quick BEFORE and AFTER picture before you leave
By the way, Jill if you are reading this...NO you can not have it back...LOL. But you have unlimited visitation rights.


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  1. sweetbriardreamsJune 16, 2013 at 1:14 AM

    I love this! You are so lucky to be able to put things like this outside. I reckon it would last a couple of weeks here and be soggy and yuk! Your bunny has the perfect place to be groomed now. Have a wonderful week. xx

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 16, 2013 at 12:34 PM

      Hi Chel, where do you live? I am in WA State...rain rain and more rain....winters get so soggy too!!!! but I stained it plus it is underneath my covered patio!!! Thanks for the comment love

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  2. Something Nice and PrettyJune 16, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Really neat! I'm sure after she see's it she will just love it:)

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  3. Lisa @ Texas DecorJune 16, 2013 at 9:14 AM

    That stain looks really nice on it! I also like how you've decorated it. Such a sweet looking bunny...love his name too!

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  4. Gail @ http://biblelovenotes.comJune 16, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    It looks great...very inviting at your door. And you've added some neat accessories. Good job!

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  5. ANNEJune 16, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Great job! It looks awesome. Bugsy is pretty cute too!

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 16, 2013 at 12:37 PM

      Anne..your Potting bench got me all fired up to go...LOL

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  6. KellyJune 16, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    I need a friend like Jill! How nice was that? I love how you used it. It looks so nice and, like you said, will serve a purpose too. I have a potting bench/work bench in the garage that I let my 19 yr old use for his "car stuff". Maybe one day, I should transform it like you did yours!

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 16, 2013 at 12:38 PM

      Thanks Kelly...I am sitting outside in the backyard starring at it with my laptop ..... answering emails.....HUGSSSS

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  7. Ivy, Phyllis and Me!June 16, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Good Afternoon Christine, Yes, I can see why your friend would like her little potting bench back, as you have made a lovely job of transforming it.
    I think Bugsy will get used to his new grooming station..... he just needs a little time to get used to his new surroundings.
    Have a lovely Sunday.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 16, 2013 at 12:39 PM

      Daphne thanks so much for stopping by again from England...LOL....HUGSSSSS

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  8. Number Fifty-ThreeJune 16, 2013 at 7:42 PM

    Great update and styling! I seriously love potting benches. And how cute is Bugsy!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 17, 2013 at 2:20 PM

      Thanks so much Angela for the sweet comment...hope to see u come back soon!

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  9. Natasha in OzJune 16, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    Wow, it looks wonderful in that spot-it was meant to be at your home for sure! Great styling too.

    If you have a minute to spare I'd be thrilled if you could share this post at my weekly Say G'Day linky party. It's on now and this would be a great addition!

    Best wishes for a lovely week,
    Natasha in Oz
    www.natashainoz.com

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 17, 2013 at 2:21 PM

      Thanks for the visit and sweet comment Natasha...will check out your party!!!

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  10. UnknownJune 17, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    I love this potting bench! Thank you so much for sharing your project with us at the Pretty Things party :)

    xo, Tanya
    twevleOeight

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  11. AmandaJune 17, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    This is gorgeous! Love it

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  12. Linda LeybleJune 17, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    Hi!What a nice friend you have to give you her potting bench, It's on my list to buy or (have my husband make for me!!).

    Thanks - it's lovely. Saw you on BNOTP - I am two links behind you. Come visit me too!

    Linda

    http://www.thecolorfulbee.com

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 17, 2013 at 2:24 PM

      Linda thanks so much for the visit and sweet comment...will visit you next

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  13. chateau chicJune 17, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Perfect potting bench for a porch!! Love what you've done with this.
    Mary Alice

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  14. OliveJune 17, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    It looks splendid, Oh my, Jill messed up;}

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      LOL Olive....yes she did!!! Thanks so much for the visit and comment!!! You made me laugh....

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  15. Randi@SowderingAboutJune 17, 2013 at 7:21 PM

    Love this! I wish I had something similar in my garage so I could do my gardening in there!

    I hope you stop by and link up with us!
    http://www.sowderingabout.com/2013/06/on-display-monday-linkup-6.html

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:05 AM

      Hi Randi, thanks so much for the visit and comment...I will check out your party sometime later today!!!!

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  16. KarieJune 17, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    Great job. Love it. I think I want one just like it. Thanks for sharing. Karie

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:05 AM

      Karie thanks for the visit and comment..hope to see you come back visit me soon!

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  17. Botanic BleuJune 17, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    Finders keepers, losers weepers OR something along those lines....Jill. :) Your potting bench redo is great. It looks loved now. One day soon your bunny will love being groomed there, also.

    Judith

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:06 AM

      Hi Judith, thanks so much for the sweet comment!!!! My bunny boy is such a Drama Queen when it comes to being groomed...LOL

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  18. UnknownJune 18, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Ha, Jill is kicking herself in the behind right now! It's beautiful. Thanks for linking up to the Upcycled Linky Party at http://love2upcycle.blogspot.com/2013/06/upcycled-linky-party-12.html

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:07 AM

      Thank you Tricia, I wasn't sure if this post applied to your party theme....

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  19. Debra at HOMESPUN: http://www.thehomespun.com June 18, 2013 at 6:02 AM

    That is so nice! Awesome little makeover and cute bunny too! :)

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:08 AM

      Thanks you Debra for the visit and comment!!! Hope to see you come back for a visit

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  20. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 18, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    Great bench and I love the way you have accessorized it. How fun. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  21. One Shabby Old HouseJune 18, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    I love discovering such wonderful blogs like yours. You have the magic touch! Your bench look wonderful. I am sure you friend is thinking just that. I know I would!

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:09 AM

      well thanks sooo much for the visit and sweet comment...My blog is still very new and I am thrilled when it looks like I actually know what I am doing....LOL...hope to see you come back for a visit soon!

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  22. Christine at Little BragsJune 18, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    oh thanks so much for the vote...I've got the best Blogging pals....

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  23. AnonymousJune 18, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    It turned out so nice. Somehow I didn't get the notification about this post. Keep inspiring us!

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 19, 2013 at 9:45 PM

      THanks ya Mary..I better check to make sure my email notifications are working

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  24. Kim June 18, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Just saw this on Fluster's Creative Muster - love it! I've been pestering my husband to either buy or build a potting bench - going to show him your project! Thanks for sharing!

    Kim @ {enjoy the view}

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 19, 2013 at 9:46 PM

      Thanks so much for the sweet comment Kim...will visit your blog this week (when I get a breather)lol

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  25. Fluster BusterJune 18, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    I want one! If I keep using my husbands workbench as a potting bench maybe he'll get fed up and build me one. Thanks for sharing!
    Robin @ Fluster Buster

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  26. Thecreativeme23June 19, 2013 at 1:15 PM

    Love your bench and how you styled it!

    Cheryl @ The Creative Me and My McG

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  27. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageJune 19, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    How wonderful to be given a potting bench! You've really made it look amazing! Such a fun piece to play with! It looks beautiful!

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  28. Lynn FernJune 19, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    It is lovely. I've been wanting a potting bench for our deck. Yours is adorable...thank you for sharing. A new follower :)

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 19, 2013 at 9:47 PM

      well thank you so much for following me along Lynn!!!!!

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  29. ShellyJune 19, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    This is beautiful!! You should show this off at DIY Showcase Linky Party I cohost every week! It starts every Sunday!! Love to see ya there!! http://minettesmaze.blogspot.com/

    Shelly

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 19, 2013 at 9:48 PM

      Hi Shelly...I will check out your party sometime tomorrow. Thanks for stopping by

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  30. Krista AasenJune 19, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    Fabulous Christine! What a great score... looks amazing on your porch too... I love all the little touches you added. I soooo would love a potting bench one day!
    Krista

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  31. AnonymousJune 19, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    Love what you created!

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  32. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 21, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    So cute!! Love it!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 22, 2013 at 11:45 AM

      Thanks Debbie for visiting me!!! Hope to see you come back again

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  33. Debra@CommonGroundJune 21, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    It's wonderful, how nice of your friend. Love how you have it styled and your bun-bun is adorable!

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  34. thepaintedapron.comJune 22, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Adorable, what a fun touch to your outdoor decor, and everyone needs a bunny grooming station, right? Pinned from OSP party
    Jenna

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 22, 2013 at 11:46 AM

      Thanks Jenna for the Pin.....hope to see you come visit again soon

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  35. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo ShoesJune 22, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    This looks really great...especially with a bunny sitting on it!

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  36. MicupofteaJune 22, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    Looks great, Christine! You found the perfect spot for it! Visiting from TTThursday~

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 24, 2013 at 10:09 AM

      Thanks to much for the visit!!! Hope to see you come back soon!

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  37. Linda @ A La CarteJune 22, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Love how you've given it a new life. I love my potting bench also!

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  38. The TablescaperJune 22, 2013 at 6:38 PM

    What an awesome job. Love this.

    Great to have you at Seasonal Sundays!

    - The Tablescaper

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  39. AnonymousJune 24, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    It looks great. I was thinking as I was reading it, "her friend Jill is going to want it back!" But then you took care of that, ha ha. Take care - Dawn

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 24, 2013 at 10:11 AM

      yeah Jill told me after seeing my pictures here that she was only happy that I didn't refer to her as a hoarder on my blog....LOL..Thanks for the visit Dawn

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  40. HollyJune 24, 2013 at 4:00 AM

    Christine - I love this! My sad little potting bench needs some TLC. Thanks for the inspiration. I hope mine turns out as cute as yours! Hugs, Holly
    http://coconutheadsurvivalguide.com/blog/

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 24, 2013 at 10:12 AM

      Thanks Holly for the sweet comment...will have to come visit you a little later today

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  41. UnknownJune 25, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    I love this!! I don't have a potting bench with our little yard, but I may have to try and make one…this is cute, cute, cute! Thanks for sharing this at the DIY Sunday Showcase Jen @ PinKWhen

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 25, 2013 at 12:54 PM

      Thanks Jen....our yard is small too, so this size is perfect!!!!

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  42. Mary SmithJune 25, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Very cute potting bench. This would be perfect for a little corner of the yard.

    I finally made it back from my trip so my comments are late...
    Thanks for sharing at Tuesdays with a Twist! Looking forward to seeing what you share this week!

    http://back2basichealth.blogspot.com/2013/06/tuesdays-with-twist-12-with-more-guests.html

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  43. cooking with curlsJune 26, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    That is awesome! I wish I had room on my porch to put more than a chair :)

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  44. The Charm of HomeJune 26, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    That is a nice bench. Your bunny is adorable! Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  45. Richella ParhamJune 27, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    Your potting bench looks marvelous! What a lovely addition to your porch. And how much better for it to be used instead of sitting in your friend's garage!

    Thanks so much for joining Grace at Home!

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  46. Leslie GermainJune 29, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    Thanks for sharing. Pinned it!!

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  47. Adorned From AboveJune 30, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    Love the potting bench and the bunny. Very cute. Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Blog Hop. The party will be back this week starting Tuesday and 8:00PM mountain time. We can't wait to see what you have to share this week.
    Have a great week.
    Debi and Charly
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com

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  48. Kathy Shea Mormino, The Chicken ChickJune 30, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    I LOVE it! I'll be featuring you on this week's Clever Chicks Blog Hop, so please feel free to swing by and grab a Featured button!

    Kathy Shea Mormino
    The Chicken Chick
    http://www.The-Chicken-Chick.com

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJune 30, 2013 at 7:50 PM

      Kathy, thanks so much for the feature...can't wait go go check out out......thanks for the comment love too...lol

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  49. UnknownJuly 31, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Love this Christine! Thanks for linking up to my CCC Party! That bunny is amazing!!!

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    1. Christine at Little BragsJuly 31, 2013 at 2:31 PM

      Thanks for the visit Suzie, yup that bunny is a nice back prop for pictures right? LOL

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  50. Deborah@Green Willow PondAugust 1, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Love what you've done to the potting bench! Bugsy is darling, but he (she?) looks less than thrilled :) Have a lovely day!

    Hugs,
    Deborah

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    1. Christine at Little BragsAugust 2, 2013 at 1:50 PM

      you are absolutely right, Bugsy thinks I'm the devil when I get the brush out..lol

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  51. UnknownAugust 2, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    A potting bench is on my to do list...I wanna try and build my own. I think something like this could be really doable! I love the stain you chose and the added touches really dress it up! Jill may just come and steal it in the middle of the night...haha. Thanks for sharing at my Weekend Beautiful Blog Party!
    Shawna

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  52. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 6:01 PM

    Just a quick note to say I am featuring your potting bench on my Weekend Beautiful Blog Party tomorrow. Thanks again for linking up, hope to see you again this week :-)
    Shawna

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  53. AnonymousAugust 23, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    Hi there! I'm stopping by from the Summer Spruce Up Party! I LOVE your potting bench!!! So pretty :)

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    1. Christine at Little BragsAugust 23, 2013 at 10:40 AM

      Thanks so much for the comment love!!! Hope to see you come back for more!

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    2. JudyMarch 25, 2014 at 6:39 PM

      Christine, your potting bench is exactly the style I would like to make. Do you have plans and dimensions of the wood? Did you make the candle holder that is hung above the bench? If so, how did you make it? Thank you.

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    3. Christine at Little BragsMarch 27, 2014 at 10:37 AM

      Hi Judy, not sure if you will receive this reply since you came up as a non reply blogger in my messages. I did not make the candle holder myself. It is actually an old large shingle that was made into a candle holder. I got it in Germany. I do not have plans or dimensions for the bench, it was given to me by a friend, and I just stained it and dressed it up...sorry!!! Thanks for visiting

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  54. Shauna@Satori Design for LivingMay 14, 2014 at 9:19 AM

    Oh how I want a potting bench. I should probably get busy and work on one this spring. They're so handy and charming!

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