Make It: Modern DIY Brass Chandelier
Oh, hey there drop-dead gorgeous chandelier! What's that, you say? You're totally DIYable?! Tell me more!… Continue Reading
How To: Make a Silhouette Lamp Shade
Imagine a plain lampshade holding a secret message that's only visible when the bulb inside is illuminated. Cool, huh? Chica and… Continue Reading
10 Easy and Inexpensive DIY Floor Finishes
Flooring can be expensive. And hiring someone to install flooring can be even pricier. So why not get creative and try doing it yourself? There are plenty of DIY-able floor treatments out there that can really add some pizzazz to your space. Check 'em… Continue Reading
Make It: DIY Wooden World Map Wall Art
If you've got a blank wall, some scrap wood, and a love for maps, well, I've got the DIY project for… Continue Reading
Make It: A Modern DIY Stitched-Leather Stool Cover
It's a fact. I can't resist a good stool-related DIY project. Stools are just so handy, ya know? And they make great makeover fodder, like this super stylish and modern stitched-leather… Continue Reading
Chair Makeovers: From Queen Anne to Queen Awesome
These two Queen Anne chairs were stuck in a time warp. Their sturdy builds made them perfect makeover specimens. The first, a Harden-made pleather-seated dining chair, is part… Continue Reading
Roundup: 10 DIY Decor Projects Using Stencils
Stencil designs have come a long way over the years - they're not just for grandma's house anymore. And you can use them in so many different ways... stenciled patterns can be put on ceilings, floors, walls - anywhere really!
Eye Candy: Cool Gallery Walls in Homes
I've always been deeply attracted to gallery walls. Their presence in a home immediately draws me in; the artwork an extension and reflection of a home's… Continue Reading
How To: Make a Stylish Herringbone Cabinet from Upcycled Flooring Scraps
I stopped dead in my Internet-browsing-tracks when I saw this DIY cabinet on ManMade. I mean, c'mon! A solid-wood, Herringbone-patterned storage cabinet made from leftover flooring?! AWESOME.
How To: Turn a Hula Hoop into a Barrel Shade
What's that old saying? Necessity is the mother of all invention? In this case, the necessity was 'erasing' a chandelier that had fallen out of favor with its owner, Amanda. Ultimately, she embraced her inner inventor and… Continue Reading
Genius Transformation: Director's Chair to Accent Table
Erin from House of Earnest took a director's chair, much like the Pier 1 staple pictured above, into a fabulous accent table in about a minute. Okay, it took longer than a minute, but all she did was… Continue Reading
Roundup: 10 Inexpensive DIY Art & Picture Frame Ideas
Framing your artworks can become quite costly when you add it all up, but take a peek at these inexpensive options that won't break the bank AND provide attractive ways of displaying your prized… Continue Reading
Makeover Tour: A Dated Midwest Kitchen gets a Scandinavian-Inspired Revamp
Our Makeover Tour this month is one of my favorite kitchen makeovers to date! Read on to see how this pest-filled foreclosure was transformed into a fresh, Scandinavian-inspired dream home in the heart of the Midwest! … Continue Reading
Before and After: An Affordable Kitchen Makeover
This budget makeover added a dose of personality to an average, somewhat mundane kitchen. Contrast gave the space that pop that it desperately needed, while a new layout added functionality.… Continue Reading
Print Your Own Personalized Post-It Notes
I love these printable post-it notes from How about Orange, imaging surprising a loved one with these custom messages. Just… Continue Reading
Roundup: 10 Creative Uses For Mirrors
Most of us have mirrors in our homes. They can be a beautiful addition to a room, making it feel larger. But the reflective power of mirrors can be harnessed in many other ways... as sculptural art, accents on furniture and even functional pieces.… Continue Reading
Weeknight Meal Recipe: How to Make Minted Pea Soup
In my opinion pea soup is highly underrated. I think part of it's bad rap is that the experience many have with this humble dish has been out of a can, more avocado in color than a fresh vivid green. It's super simple to make, tastes great and pairs well with mint and… Continue Reading
Roundup: 10 Easy DIYable Spring Centerpieces
There's still snow on the ground where I live, so I'm doing all I can to bring a breath of spring indoors. These easy spring centerpieces do just that. They're pretty enough for parties and simple enough to make any day special.
These first ideas pair flowers with fruit.… Continue Reading
10 Clever New Uses For Washi Tape
When the washi craze first started, I went out and bought a lot of washi tape. A LOT. And after I did all those fun projects that were circulating on the Internet, I still had a washi tape surplus. So I decided to find a use for it.… Continue Reading
Make It: Custom DIY Window Bench -- with Storage!
If you're planning your spring and summer projects, definitely add this custom DIY window bench to the list! It's beautiful, comfortable, and oh so functional.… Continue Reading
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