Wall Mounted Charging Station Build Plans

DIY charging station for kids phones and tablets with a space for charging bluetooth headsets.

Keep all your devices charged and organized with a DIY charging station. With the kids out of school for the summer, their electronics have been all over the house. And everyday someone has lost their charging cord or brick. But not anymore! I partnered with Kreg Tools to create the perfect place to store and … Read more

Beautiful Ladder Planter Vertical Garden

Tiered ladder planter with cedar boxes filled with flowers.

You can never have too many plants! Whether you want beautiful flowers or need a place to grow some food, plants will instantly brighten up your space. And you do not need a big space to grow a lot with this beautiful ladder planter. It takes the planter boxes vertical to give you lots of … Read more

Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair with Adjustable Back

Two wood pool chaise lounge chairs on the grass next to a lake.

With summer right around the corner, it is time for another outdoor build project! A couple years ago I build these comfy outdoor lounge chairs, but I still needed something to lay out on too… So I partnered with Kreg Tools to build matching chaise lounge chairs. They may look complicated, but the chairs are … Read more

Comparing Different Sheens of Finishes on Different Wood Species

Samples of different sheens from different finishes on multiple species of wood.

Understand the difference in all the many sheen options to pick the right one for your next project. When you see multiple sheens available for the different finishes, does it confuse you? Making sure the sheen you use is actually what you want is important! So what is the difference between satin and semi-gloss? Does … Read more

Ultimate Hammock Chair Stand with Pergola Top

Two hammock chair stands with blue and white stripped hammocks hanging in them on a porch.

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

DIY Washer and Dryer Platform with Drawer

Navy blue washer dryer platform with a drawer in the center of two shelves to hold laundry baskets.

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

Replacing Deck Boards for a Stunning new Dock

Dock over a lake with replaced deck boards installed.

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

Stunning Modern Kitchen Remodel on a Budget

Modern kitchen with pale gray painted cabinets, white arabesque tile wall, vinyl plank flooring and dark solid surface countertops.

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

How to Build a Pull Out Trash Can Cabinet

Pull out trash can cabinet slide open revealing the two large garbage cans inside.

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

Wall Mounted Ladder for Blankets or Towels

Wall mounted ladder hanging on a bedroom wall with 2 woven throw blankets hanging on it.

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

How to Build a Built in Desk

The other half of the built in desk cabinets with room for a PC stack.

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

Easy Wood Rolling Cart Build Plans

Three tier rolling storage cart made from wood.

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