Easy How to Build and Attach DIY Ceiling Beams
A while back, I published a post all about how to make a tray ceiling a focal point. My technique for achieving this look was incorporating two very easy DIY’s: adding wood planks and ceiling beams. In this post we’re going to look at how easy it is to add...
Murphy Bed Benefits: Combining a Home Office and Guest Room
Navigating the challenge of combining a cozy guest room with a functional home office seemed daunting until I partnered with Create-A-Bed. Their innovative Murphy bed solutions transformed my space. Showcasing key Murphy bed benefits such as style and practicality...
Easy How to Build a Mid Century Modern Nightstand
Let’s build a DIY modern nightstand. I’ll show you how easy it is with this simple tutorial. So, the style of our master bedroom makeover, is more of a mid-century modern vibe. After completing my first ever bed-build, I knew I wanted MCM nightstands to...
7 Easy Steps and Ideas for How to Make a Cozy Bed
Why do we love the look, feel and coziness of a plush bed at a nice hotel? How do they make them so inviting? And why can’t I have that same experience crawling into my own bed at home? Oh but you can! And it’s so easy to do!! What are the keys for how to... How to Make a Tray Ceiling a Beautiful Focal Point
Are you a fan of tray ceilings? I have to be honest, I am not. So, in the midst of this master bedroom makeover, I knew my number one goal was to make sure the tray ceiling blended in with the rest of the ceiling. The last thing I wanted to do was draw the eye to it....
5 Simple Bedroom Decorating Ideas For Summer
It’s always a good idea to freshen up your bedroom’s interior at the onset of spring or during the summer. The vibe you create in your bedroom can affect your mood during these warm months. More importantly, the right setup can improve your sleep,...
Easy How To Build a Mid Century Modern Accent Wall
I love a good accent wall! Did you know you can change the look of an entire room by just adding some boards and paint to the wall? So simple. Coming at you this week with another super easy wall treatment tutorial. This one has more of a Mid Century Modern feel to...
Easy How to Build a Fireplace Hearth and Mantel-Part 3
Let’s build a fireplace hearth and mantel! For simplicity, I’ve divided this up into 3 parts: The base. The encasement. The hearth and mantel. Ok. Hopefully by now your dream of having a fireplace in your bedroom is becoming a reality! Are you making it...The Nursery!! So Fun!
What a fun project!! A little over a week ago, I had the honor of creating my brother and his wife’s nursery. Baby Lucas is due to make his appearance at the end of April. And we. can’t. wait!!! I love, love, love the theme they chose…Monsters! Not...Finally…The boys’ room
I’m back!!! I kinda disappeared for a couple weeks. Had a great time with family, friends, food…too much food. Time to reset and get back to real life..schedules, kids’ school, eating right (most of the time:) ), and projects. It was relaxing...Sliding Barn Door
My goal was to have the boy’s room completed before Auston came home…but that’s not happening. I like to think I’ve made progress by the simple fact, they’re sleeping in their own beds now. That was a big...Board and Batten
Hello friends!! I’m a little late getting this post off. Unfortunately, we had a family health issue come up. My dad went in for a stress test on Monday and they immediately sent him to be prepped for a heart cath. He ended up needing to have 2 stints put in. It...How to Shiplap a Ceiling
I have been working on my current project for what seems like an eternity. I started redoing the two younger boys’ room at the end of August and I am just now seeing the light at the end of the long tunnel. I searched and searched my files and could not find a...
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