Carved DIY Wood Light Fixture

Wood light fixture with Edison lightbulb.

Build a stunning DIY wood light fixture with carved details with the X-Carve. Every January, I make a list of the projects that I started, but never finished. One of those projects was adding a light fixture to our stairwell. We took down the old, dated light fixture when we painted the tall walls a … Read more

Easy to Build Shoe Organizer Tray

Turquoise stained shoe storage tray in the bottom of a kids closet.

Build this easy shoe tray to organize your shoes in a closet, mudroom or entryway. Can you believe we are already on week 3 of the $100 Kids Closet Makeover? It’s hard to believe how far we have come, and this week we are organizing shoes! In case you missed any of the previous closet … Read more

What to Know Before Buying a Farmhouse Sink

White farmhouse sink installed in a DIY farmhouse sink base cabinet painted blue.

It’s been over a year since we finished our Blue & White two toned kitchen remodel. Even though it was a big job, I have never regretted the craziness that is a kitchen remodel. One of the big elements we added to our kitchen was a large farmhouse sink. I had been coveting big beautiful, … Read more

$100 Kids Closet Makeover Plan

Collage of before photos and words $100 Room Challenge Kids closet makeover plan.

Get organized this year with a functional kids closet makeover for only $100. The year is starting, and I love to start fresh! So we took a look at what spaces in our home still need to be completed. And the biggest challenge we are facing is our kids closets! Taking on my daughter’s bedroom … Read more

DIY Outdoor Christmas Trees with Lights

Two outdoor Christmas trees built from 2x4s on the front porch.

These easy to build outdoor Christmas trees will add sparkle to your entry. Christmas is fast approaching! One of the things I look forward to each year is decorating the outside of our home. I love the magic of Christmas lights at night. After getting the lights on the house, we still needed some more … Read more

Super Simple DIY House Shaped Shelf

House shaped decor is very popular right now. If you love the house decor trend you will love this super simple wooden house shelf! The house shaped shelf is so cute and could be used for displaying toys in a little boys room, as a playhouse for small dolls for girls, as a plant shelf. … Read more

Easy Lap Desk with Storage

DIY lap desk with storage on a bed with an iPad and paper on it.

This easy to build DIY lap desk has a sliding top revealing storage compartments.  Today is the final day of the 3 easy to build DIY gifts with the Kreg Jig. It has been so much fun partnering with Kreg Tools and sharing quick gifts you can build. The homemade gift today is this incredible … Read more

Nightstand Valet Docking Station

Wood valet holding phone, watch and bluetooth earbuds while charging next to the bed.

Today is Day 2 of easy to make DIY gifts! In case you missed it, this week I am partnering with Kreg Tools to share 3 easy DIY wood gifts you can make in just an hour! I have already shared a DIY sliding letter board and today is this cool nightstand valet.  You may want … Read more

Easy DIY Sliding Letter Board

Table with sliding letter board hanging on the wall above it with a saying on it.

Make this gorgeous sliding letter board in just an hour for an easy wood gift. With Christmas around the corner, it is time to plan all those DIY gifts! DIY gifts are the best because it shows you really took the time to think about them. So this week I am partnering with Kreg Tools … Read more

DIY Spice Rack Ideas for an Organized Kitchen

Wall spice organizer with chalkboard back and 3 rows for lots of spice storage.

Organize your spices with these creative and easy DIY spice rack ideas. Having an organized kitchen is so important in saving time when cooking. Whether you love to cook or loathe it, finding things quickly will make it better. So let’s start with your spices! I have WAY too many spices, but I learned that … Read more

Wooden Toy Barn Build Plans

Angled view of the wooden toy barn closed up.

Build a wooden toy barn for your favorite little cowboy or cowgirl. With Christmas around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about fun DIY gifts. And what kids doesn’t love a dollhouse? So I partnered with Kreg Tools and their project plan build site, BuildSomething.com, to make a fun DIY dollhouse. But this isn’t … Read more

Nesting Plant Stands Build Plans

Nesting plant stands with navy stained tops holding plants in the corner.

Adding plants to your home is a great idea. It adds such a great layer of texture to your decor and cleans out your air. My goal is to add plants to every single room. I have been finding different plants for the different lighting in each room. And even tried propagating my own with … Read more