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Fearless DIY. Sharing building project tutorials and interior design tips. Let’s build something beautiful together. For more projects, design tips and behind the scenes, follow me @designtobuild.nicole
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19 Best Gift Ideas for Her That She’ll Love
The holiday season is upon us and our minds are whirring as we try to figure out the best gifts for our loved ones. Whether it's your wife, sister, mom or friend, this post has something for everyone. Interior design enthusiast? Fashionista? Tech savvy? Loves to cook?...
Can You Roast Marshmallows Over a Gas Fireplace Safely
I am a sucker for s'mores. Just the very thought of them, makes my mouth water. But does the goodness of roasted marshmallows around the campfire have to end when old man winter hits? The big question is: can you roast marshmallows over a gas fireplace? The short...
Top Tips For Designing Your Own Home
Designing your own home can sound like a mammoth task - and one that not everyone wants to do! But there are a lot of great things that happen when you take control of projects like this. Even for those who wouldn’t normally be picking up a paintbrush, designing a...
The Ultimate Best Gift Ideas Guide for The DIYer in 2023
Looking for the perfect gift for a DIY'er, but have no clue what to get them? I'm sharing my ultimate list of gift ideas for the DIYer. As someone who loves DIY projects, these are all of my favorites! Whether your budget is big or small, I've got you covered. This...
Best 15 Gift Ideas for Home Decor Lovers in 2023
Are you looking for the perfect gift idea for a home decor lover? Or maybe you're the home decor lover. 🙂 As a design lover myself, I'm sharing my 15 favorite gift ideas for home decor lovers. Whether you're shopping for an interior designer or someone who just loves...
The Best Gift Ideas for Him He’s Sure to Love
It's that time of year again! When we ponder what to get the men in our life. Whether it's your dad, brother, husband, boyfriend, cousin, friend, this list of "best gift ideas for him" has something for everyone. From tech, to fashion, to DIY enthusiasts, this post...
How to Best Arrange a Living Room with TV and Fireplace
Finding the perfect furniture layout for a sitting room can be tricky. Determining the right place for your furniture while ensuring your fireplace is the center of attention, is key. And then the question comes in...where do I place my TV? Do I opt for a dedicated tv...
How to Build a Raised Fireplace Hearth
Fireplace makeover-Phase two: An easy to follow, DIY tutorial on how to build a raised fireplace hearth. ****Please Note: This hearth is intended for an electric fireplace. Not recommended for a wood burning or gas fireplace. I am not a professional and recommend that...
The Best Dark and Moody Paint Colors for Your Home in 2024
Dark grays, earthy greens, rich blue tones. Can't you just feel the warmth and coziness these dark colors exude? Moody paint colors are all the rage in the interior design world right now. And I am all in! I was made for this era. These colors give me all the feels....
Essential Tips Before Painting Your Front Porch
Are you considering giving your home exterior more of an updated, modern look? When it comes to curb appeal, the front porch is the first thing people are going to notice. And this is precisely why you need to target your efforts around this area. Painting your front...
