It’s no surprise I love all things DIY. Sometimes I know what I am doing, but most times I am just figuring things out as I go. Along the way I have learned a few tips and tricks that can hopefully help you in your DIY adventures too! So today I am sharing 8 DIY & woodworking hacks that help make DIY a little easier.
Easy DIY Kids Patio Chairs
It officially feels like summer at our house. And now that we are spending most of our time outside, we needed a bit more seating for our patio. Since we are loving our outdoor sofa, I decided to make some kids chairs to match. So I partnered with Kreg Jig and their new project plan … Read more
The Perfect Greige Paint Color
It has been a busy month around here! We have been working hard to prepare the living room and stairs for new carpet. Finally I was going to be able to get rid of the old blue carpet. One of the things I really wanted to do before the carpet went in was to paint … Read more
How to Paint Tall Walls
Come see how to paint tall walls and ceilings the easy way! I have been avoiding the stairway remodel for way too long. Why avoid such a small room? Because I was afraid to paint those tall walls and ceiling! It’s silly I know, but those 20′ walls just intimidated me. But no more will … Read more
Slatted Outdoor Sofa Build Plans
Turn your backyard or patio into another living space with this DIY outdoor sofa. You will love the additional square footage it will add to your house. But even more you will love how much cheaper it is to build your own outdoor furniture. I partnered with Kreg Tools to build this slatted outdoor sofa … Read more
DIY Treasure Chest Toy Box
Make cleaning up toys a game with a toy box that looks like a pirate treasure chest. What kid wouldn’t love turning picking up toys into a game of burying treasure? This fun wooden toy chest holds tons of toys. It’s great for both indoor and outdoor toy storage. And it is a quick DIY … Read more
Easy DIY Nightstand Tray
I can’t believe it, this month my husband and I are celebrating our 13th wedding anniversary! Every May as our wedding anniversary comes around, I get worried. What do you give the best husband ever for your anniversary? This year I wanted to give my husband an amazing DIY anniversary gift. And this easy DIY nightstand … Read more
How to Float Mount Art the Easy Way
One of the things I struggle with is hanging up art in our home. I don’t know why. Maybe it’s because I hate putting holes in the walls after I work so hard to paint them… Maybe it’s because once the room is livable, I’m too tired to decorate the walls… Maybe it’s because art is so … Read more
20 Ways to Upcycle Glass Jars & Bottles
You guys know I love a good trash to treasure project. When you are on a budget, it’s all about using what you already have to save money. And lately I feel like I have a TON of empty jars & bottles in my pantry. I cannot imagine throwing them out, so instead I upcycle them into beautiful home decor. And luckily for you, I teamed up with my friend Jenny from Refresh Living to share 20 ways to Upcycle Glass Jars & Bottles with you.
DIY Utensil Caddy with Mason Jars
It’s finally happening! The weather is warming up. I am even optimistic that we won’t be getting anymore snow (knocking on wood as I write this). We are now working really hard to get the backyard ready so we can enjoy lots of dinners outside. And to make it easier to dine al fresco, I decided … Read more
Sewing Machine Table Makeover
Sadly, I had been afraid of giving current furniture a makeover until now. I was worried it would be hard, so instead I built new (my logic is sometimes odd I know). But last month I worked on remodeling my entire office & craft room for only $100 with the $100 Room Challenge so I needed to … Read more
Patterned Tile Wall Stencil DIY
It’s another month of the Silhouette Creator’s Challenge. I was sad I missed last month, but I was so busy trying to get my office and craft room remodel done (with a trip to Hawaii snuck in there too), that I had to skip it. However, when Cat from Pocket of Posies told me that … Read more