M.E. Gray, Author at Curbly

The ultimate roundup of outdoor DIY projects to transform your yard space

62 DIY Projects To Transform Your Backyard

by M.E. Gray on May 11, 2022

The weather’s warming up and you want to be outside! Totally transform your outdoor space with this mega list of DIY projects.

48 DIY Mother's Day gift ideas that are totally not tacky, and look like you got the at a store!

48 DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas That Aren’t At All Tacky

by M.E. Gray on May 2, 2022

Our DIY Mother’s Day gift guide is packed full of easy, cute, and totally-not-tacky ideas. Show mom you care by making her something special this year.

How to: Make lemon-scented chemical-free wood cleaner

How To: Make Natural, Chemical-Free Wood Cleaner

by M.E. Gray on Apr 20, 2022

Natural wood cleaner recipe for countertops, floors, furniture, and more! This DIY solution mixes cleaning power with polish.

Make This Leather Coffee Sleeve to Keep Your Hands Cool and Your Drink Hot

by M.E. Gray on Mar 23, 2022

Leather coffee sleeve tutorial – how to make a reusable cuff to carry your hot coffee, plus how easy it is to etch into leather! Free pattern available.

How to turn your boring umbrella into a work of art

Chase the Rainy Days Away with this DIY Painted Umbrella (With Video!)

by M.E. Gray on Mar 16, 2022

Painted umbrella that’s actually waterproof! Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that also keeps you dry. Read along, or watch the video!

9 weird ways you could be making your coffee in the morning

9 Weird Ways to Make Your Coffee in the Morning

by M.E. Gray on Mar 14, 2022

Weird ways to make your morning coffee: From adding cheese to brewing with an entire egg, here are some of the strangest ways to consume caffeine.

You've cleaned your home from top to bottom - or so you think. Here are nine things most people forget to clean!

9 Areas of the Home You Commonly Forget to Clean, and How to Deal With the Dirt

by M.E. Gray on Feb 28, 2022

The forgotten cleaning list: It’s spring cleaning season! Here are nine areas of your home that can slip your mind, and how to properly clean them.

Handmade cleaning caddy - keep all your cleaning supplies in one place with this cute carrier

Make Cleaning Less of a Chore with this DIY Household Cleaner Organizer

by M.E. Gray on Feb 23, 2022

If the thought of cleaning has you feeling frazzled, start with some organization. Make this wood cleaning caddy to house your supplies in one handy place.

99 ways to use fabric to decorate your home

99 Ways You Can Use Fabric To Decorate Every Room of Your Home

by M.E. Gray on Feb 21, 2022

Use fabric to decorate everything from walls and windows, to pillows and flooring. Here are 99 of the best fabric decor ideas for every room of the house.