Growing up the swings were always my favorite at the playground. And I still love them as an adult. The simple back-and-forth is so relaxing. So I partnered with Kreg Tools to use their new Pocket Hole Jig XL to build a sturdy hammock chair stand for me to swing in. The new XL pocket … Read more
Laundry has never been my favorite task. And when we got our front loading washer it became worse. Bending over so far to search for socks stuck to the inside of the drum is the worst! So I partnered with Kreg Tools to make an easy DIY washer dryer platform that brings the washer and … Read more
Get ready for summer by replacing deck boards on your deck or dock to make it feel new again! Spring is the perfect time of year to upgrade your deck by replacing old deck boards! Use the cooler days to work so you can enjoy your beautiful deck when the summer heat arrives. Our dock … Read more
A few years ago we remodeled my brother and sister-in-laws dark 80s kitchen into a bright, modern kitchen on a budget. I shared the remodel plan and some of the projects along the way, but never shared the final big reveal… until today! This kitchen remodel was a large DIY project. We taught my brother-in-law … Read more
Upgrade your kitchen with a DIY pull out trash can cabinet. Having your trash can hidden behind a kitchen cabinet is one luxury that everyone can have! The unsightly garbage is hidden, but even better, the smells are contained in the cabinet as well. Building a trash can cabinet does require a little it of … Read more
I love blankets! In the winter they are piled up on the sofa, chairs, and bed. Not such a great storage solution. So I decided to build a blanket ladder. But instead of one that leaned up against the wall. I wanted one that mounted on the wall leaving the floor under it clear! I … Read more
Create the perfect place to work with a new DIY built in desk. Nothing says productivity like a beautiful built in desk with loads of storage! And making your own DIY built in desk might sound hard, but it is not. A built in desk is just a series of desk cabinets with a space … Read more
Add storage to any room with this beautiful wood rolling cart. You can never have too much storage. That is why rolling carts are so popular. Need more storage in you bathroom: rolling cart! Need more storage in your kitchen: rolling cart! Need storage for your hobby: rolling cart! The possibilities are endless. So I … Read more
Create the perfect place to highlight your comic books with this comic book display shelf. Last year for Christmas my son received a large grab-bag of comics. He has loved reading all the different comics. But I have not loved the mess they have made. Comic books do not store well on a normal bookshelf. … Read more
Create the perfect hair station with this easy to build hair accessory organizer with a mirror. My daughter has so many hair accessories! And the recent popularity of scrunchies has made her hair stuff piles grow so fast. We needed a solution! So I partnered with Kreg tools to use their new Kreg Jig 720Pro … Read more
I think I am turning into my mom… or grandma. Over the years I have collected a variety of treasures. Beautiful items that were purchased on vacations, at shops, etc. that need a place to live. My mom always had a curio cabinet. A place to display all the trinkets she loved. But I wanted … Read more
Create an amazing inlay tray with natural stone tiles. Creating an inlay is such an easy way to make your wood project look AMAZING! You can inlay a contrasting piece of wood. But when I found some beautiful marble hexagon tiles at the home improvement store, I knew I wanted to try to inlay them … Read more