3 Easy Steps to DIY Picture Frame Moulding Tutorial
What do you do with a long wall? Picture frame moulding is my new favorite go-to. And in my picture frame moulding tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to do it. We have a very big room down in our basement that has gone through a few transitions over the years....
Easy How to Build a Media Console Table Tutorial
Scrolling through Instagram one day, I stumbled upon a media console table that stopped me in my tracks. I fell in love with this piece! While only a third of the tv console was visible in the picture, I was sure I could recreate this gorgeous piece. Off to the...
Easy How to Build DIY Floor to Ceiling Bookshelves
Continuing on with the Theater Room Series. Today is all about these DIY floor to ceiling bookshelves. To look at how far we’ve come with this room is incredible. Normally I would share a beautiful picture of the space before jumping into the process. But the...
Easy How to Build a DIY Home Theater Riser
As I shared last week, I recently transformed our old media room into a true home theater room. This is a very big room. So, we were able to add a large sectional for the front row. Which then allowed us to move our older sofa to the back. My primary goal was to have...
Easy How to Build a DIY Home Theater Room
Our DIY home theater room is now my most favorite room in our house. The problem (yet, not a problem) is that it’s everyone’s most desired place to hang out. When we’re not all down there for a family movie night, we almost need a sign-up sheet for...
4 DIY Kitchen Updates That Make a Huge Impact
Today I’m sharing the 4 DIY kitchen updates that made a huge impact to my kitchen. Last winter I took on my biggest remodel job ever! I had been wanting to update my kitchen for a long time. And while I did some minor updates over the years, none of them came...
Easy How to Build a DIY Kitchen Island-Kitchen Series
Early in my marriage, my husband and I found our dream kitchen island while house hunting. We ended up not buying that house and I have longed for that island ever since. During my recent modern kitchen remodel, I made that dream a reality. My very own kitchen island....
Easy How to DIY Faux Marble Countertops
While all new quartz countertops would have been ideal, that extra cost just wasn’t in the budget for my recent kitchen remodel. Having completed a DIY faux marble countertops project in my master bathroom a couple years ago, I knew this was the way I wanted to...
From Boring Pantry to a DIY Butler’s Pantry Makeover
From boring pantry to DIY butler’s pantry. I have wanted to make this drastic change for the longest time now. At the start of this year, I tackled my biggest room remodel yet! My kitchen! So, of course, making my dreams come true of a bona fide butler’s...
A Year in Review-Top 5 Furniture Builds of 2022
Where it all began. Furniture builds. Building furniture was my therapy following my husband’s life-changing wakeboarding accident. As I share in my About Me page, (you can find my full story here) I never in a million years imagined this would be the path...
Year in Review-Top 7 Simple DIY Projects 2022
Continuing my Year In Review series. Today, I’m sharing 7 of my top simple DIY projects of 2022. You might not look at the projects below and think of them as simple DIY projects on the surface. However, once you dive into the plans that I have laid out for you,...
Year in Review-My Top 5 Room Makeovers of 2022
Starting off my annual “Year in Review” series with a bang! Room makeovers are truly my favorite projects to take on. I love to see a room go from blah to demo’d to wow! There truly is something so satisfying about that process. And this year did not...
How to Build the Pottery Barn Brooks Dining Table
Next to room makeovers, table builds are my happy place!! Unfortunately, I don’t share them near as much as I would like. It’s a post that takes a lot of time to put together and sometimes time just doesn’t allow it. And sometimes a table build is so...
Easy How to Build a DIY Fireplace with an Electric Insert
I have always loved the idea of a real fireplace in my bedroom. But how easy is it to add something like that? Not as hard as I thought! Turns out, it’s actually very easy! And the benefits! Oh, we love it. So cozy and warm. And with my easy DIY fireplace...
Easy DIY Anthropologie Mirror Dupe-Make it for a lot Less
Can I just say that to buy a big fancy floor mirror today might require taking out a small loan? They are not cheap!! Trust me. I searched high and low for a designer mirror that would make a statement. But wasn’t really wanting to budget nearly $1000 for it!...
Easy How to DIY Mudroom Lockers in a Small Space
A few years ago I transformed a cluttered closet space into functional DIY mudroom lockers. I was tired of backpacks, coats, shoes and all of my kids stuff scattered throughout the house. Our mudroom coming in from the garage and leading to the kitchen is a very small...
Build Easy DIY Floating Shelves Fast and Cheap
Easy DIY floating shelves are both functional and pleasing to the eye. Today I’m sharing with you the simple way to build and install floating shelves. Want beautiful, West Elm inspired floating shelves? But don’t want to pay the West Elm price tag or wait...
Seven Awesome DIY Outdoor Projects-My Top Favorite
With summer in full swing, I’m excited to share with you my most favorite DIY outdoor projects. These seven awesome outdoor projects are both functional and eye-appealing. Why not spruce up your exterior front of your home to add a little more curb appeal. And...
17 Most Asked Questions About Limewashed Brick
In the three years since I limewashed our exterior brick, I have received a lot of questions about the process. I’ve narrowed it down to the 17 most asked questions about limewashed brick and am looking forward to sharing them with you today. My goal is always...
How to Build a Modern End Table-Pottery Barn Dupe
As promised, this week I’m sharing my Pottery Barn-inspired Modern End Table. This beauty matches perfectly with my modern coffee table I shared last week. You can get the plans for that build here. But just to recap, here’s a quick view of the coffee...
Easy How to DIY Floating Shelves Next to Fireplace
DIY FLOATING SHELVES Last week I shared the changes I made to our dated corner cabinet space. After having the cabinet removed, I added new flooring, new trim and shiplapped the walls….oh, and I went a little crazy painting everything black. 🙂 Now to...
DIY Laundry Room Makeover-The Reveal!
Who doesn’t love a good before and after? Oh my gosh! This one is incredible. When my mom asked me to re-do her laundry room, I jumped on the opportunity. Room makeovers are so much fun and so rewarding! It never ceases to amaze me what a little bit of paint and...
Easy How to Make a DIY Fluted Side Table
Over the summer, I fell in love with West Elm’s Fluted Side Table, but not so much the price. I knew it couldn’t be that hard to build this beautiful table for a whole lot less than the $179 sticker price. And I was right! Sharing yet another easy DIY dupe...
Easy How to Make a Console Table with Hemp Rope
I think this is one of the easiest tables I have ever built! Hands down! The most tedious part is wrapping the table with hemp rope. But I would almost say, it’s therapeutic. Great activity to do while you’re binging your favorite Netflix series. So,...
Easy How to DIY Textured Canvas Wall Art
My daughter and I were at Crate & Barrel at the beginning of the summer and per usual I wanted everything and looked at most things, with the thought–I can make that. When I came across this beautiful canvas wall art and saw the outrageous price, I knew I...
Easy How to Make a Picture Frame for a Printable
A picture frame is one of the easiest DIY’s to take on. I have fallen in love with all things Juniper Prints! Have you seen their work? Beautiful! Basically the concept is: you find a print you like on their site and they mail it to you protected in a hard...
Easily Update Garage Doors to Carriage Doors for Instant Curb Appeal
One of the best updates we made to the exterior of our home was transforming our current garage doors to carriage doors. I can’t tell you the number of compliments we have gotten since making this change 8 years ago. Not only did it step up our curb appeal, but...
Easy How to Build a Frosted Glass Sliding Barn Door
I have heard some whispers that sliding barn doors are so yesterday. But yet, perusing on Pinterest, I see them everywhere. How can a door that is both functional and beautiful lose it’s appeal? I don’t believe it has. And if you love it, I say go for it!... Easy DIY Textured Vase with Baking Soda and Paint
Want to get that beautiful textured vase pottery look without spending a dime? This DIY is hands-down the easiest DIY you’ll ever do! And more than likely you have everything you need right at your fingertips. First gather up any old vases, lamps, large bowls...
DIY Vase Makeover Idea-Cheap and Easy
DIY VASE MAKEOVER I decided to do a quick and easy project-changing an old vase I found in my storage room into a modern vase I could add to my decor. Four days later, I finally finished the vase! What a nightmare! So, why would I bring you a tutorial on a project...
7 Curb Appeal Ideas That Make A Huge Statement
Even in the midst of all we’re going through right now, summer is right around the corner. And before we know it, we’ll be heading back outside to enjoy happier, sunny days. Can I get an AMEN! HALLELUJAH! I think we are all ready! But, I wanted to drop in...
Easy How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Without Sanding
The final phase of the kitchen mini-makeover is finished! Painting the kitchen cabinets is done! If you’ve ever painted your kitchen cabinets, you know it’s a very easy project, but also very time-consuming. This is one advantage to having a smaller...
Easy DIY How to Paint a Fabric Chair
Have you ever attempted to paint a fabric chair…on purpose? A couple months ago, I gave my kitchen nook a bit of a makeover. After adding a couple sliding barn doors, shiplap and fresh paint, this chair was in need of a new look too…. I had two options:...
Easy How to Build an Easel Chalkboard
An Easel Chalkboard is a great decor and fun-for-the-family item all in one. My kids (especially when they were younger) loved to write messages and draw pictures on ours especially around Christmas time. These fun chalkboards aren’t only great for your decor...
How to Build DIY Industrial Hardware for Furniture
Want an inexpensive, easy way to add a little more character to a farmhouse table? Industrial hardware is the answer. Better yet, DIY Industrial Hardware. This is one of my favorite things to do when perusing the aisles of Home Depot (ok, right there you may think...
How to Make a Super Easy, Farmhouse Picture Frame
Jumping in here to share a super easy, farmhouse style, picture frame tutorial with you. (That’s a mouthful. 🙂 )These make great gifts for the holidays, birthdays, going away parties…..all occasions! It’s easy to make a few picture frames all...
How to Build a Large Word Sign
Do you love the look of a large word sign? Is the cost a little more than you want to fork out? Why not make your own? The inspiration for this project was a metal vintage sign at a local antique store, that I fell in love with. The cost was a little more than I...
How to Make Craftsman Style Shutters
A pair of Craftsman Style Shutters will cost you about $160 at Home Depot. A pair of the same style shutters made by YOU will only cost you half of that. But how do I make my own craftsman style shutters? Let me walk you through this 2-tool project and you’ll...
Modern Teen Bedroom Makeover–What to Tackle First
TEEN BEDROOM MAKEOVER I am always a sucker for anything having to do with my power tools. So when Lauryn came to me over this past summer and asked if we could makeover her bedroom and give it a much needed update, I was all in!! It didn’t take much convincing...
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