BHG My dingy, cream colored kitchen cabinets are begging for a change… so I’ve been searching far and wide on the internet for two-tone cabinet inspiration. I love that it gives the bottom cabinets a grounded feeling, while the lighter upper cabinets have a weightlessness that is so appealing. Click through for ten beautiful examples […]
Lexy Ward I honestly wish this photo was a joke. But in order to share my excitement about the “afters”, you must see the “before”. Ugh. I like to think of myself as a neat person. I do. I’m neat and tidy. USUALLY. On occasion, things in my life tend to pile up (literally), and […]
My friend (and Curbly blogger extraordinaire) Capree loves dogs. I, myself, being hopelessly allergic to them… have a like-them-from-afar kinda relationship. But I love Capree, and I love making stuff out of wood. So! Knowing I couldn’t show my affection in the the normal way – like, you know, petting them – I set out to make […]
A Beautiful Mess Working with wood can seem overwhelming, but there are actually quite a few simple projects that don’t require too many special tools or techniques. So today we’re sharing nine fantastic wooden cutting board and butcher block projects.
Centsational Girl I’ve come across tables like this a dozen times before but never thought that they could be made-over into a piece that I’d actually want in my house. Boy was I wrong! Turns out that a fresh coat of paint can work wonders.
Someone (my father-in-law?) once told me there’s a difference between dirty and disorganized. And while that seems sensible (a messy bathroom is annoying, but a filthy bathroom is just gross), I can’t help thinking one thing usually leads to another. So, to help you keep your junk organized, and therefore make it easier to actually […]
J.A. Moser Yesterday, Sweetie Pie and I were strolling through a classic car show when we spotted a 1957 BMW Isetta covered in wine corks, which just might be the ultimate wine cork craft. Why would someone do this to a car? Maybe because the car looked like
Thick, white, and folded over the edge of the tub or shower door. Sound familiar? Then you, too, may be suffering from Unimaginative Bathmat & Placement Syndrome. But don’t worry; we have the cure. The thing about these DIY bathmat projects is that because they’re stylish, you won’t want to tuck them out of the […]
For me, a mantel is a must. Where else will I share all my fave holiday decor items and hang the garlands?! Our new apartment came with a fireplace, but no mantel above! Crazy, right? I wasn’t about to enter the holiday season without one, so decided to make my own with a piece of […]
Patterned floor tile, specifically encaustic cement tiles, is a trend that’s been steadily growing over the last few years. (Heck, I even used some in my own bathroom remodel — and I love it.) It’s a bold choice and definitely not for everyone (or the commitment phobic), but if you’re a fan or just need […]
There is something about a colorful kitchen that just makes people happy. My guess is because it’s less expected to have bold pops of color in a kitchen, than in a living room or bedroom, for example. Whatever the reason, though, I’m rounding up some of the most colorful kitchens I could find, to get […]
Via Ohua88 I don’t know about you, but storage is a major issue in my bathroom. It’s a tiny space to begin with, and the only real built-in storage is the vanity. So I’ve had to get creative. Here is some of my inspiration.
My bathroom is small. I can stand in one place and reach the sink, the toilet and the shower. So I’m always inspired by what other people have done with their small spaces. Keep reading to check out ten of my recent favorites.
The inside of the Curbly House has received a whole lot of love over the last couple years, while the backyard has been ignored with a capital “I”. We partnered with Lowe’s to make some small improvements to the backyard and ended up with a mini makeover that improved the area tenfold. Read on for […]
It’s Always Autumn It’s that time of year again, when summer ends and it’s time to go back to school. And if you’re a college student, that means it’s dorm room decorating time! Here are ten great DIY ideas that will have your space looking colorful and unique in no time.
Whether it’s a pendant light, a planter, a mobile, or even a suspended table, if it’s cool and it hangs from the ceiling, it’s probably in this roundup. There are a lot of great ideas that would be perfect to try over the long, upcoming, Labor Day weekend. So ‘let’s hang out’ and go through this […]
You know what always comes in handy? A stool. Know what’s even handier than a stool? A bench! Obviously. So, if you’re in the market for one of these handy/handier furniture items, we’ve rounded up 12 awesome, inexpensive options you can make yourself!
Rachel Mae Smith I don’t know about you, but I always seem to struggle with finding a mousepad I actually like. The patterned ones at office supply stores tend to be a bit too generic and the plain ones just don’t give my desk that extra pop it needs. So when making over my office […]
Brittni Mehlhoff Does your desk look anything like this one? Disorganized, a little messy, and just kind of boring? If so, I have some tips to help get your desk organized and looking good, in a flash. Click through to see the after photos and my 6 tips for styling and organizing your desk space. […]
Houzz Accent walls are a great way to add some interest to a room without overwhelming the space. When the trend first became popular years ago, paint was the main material used… but now people are getting creative. Click through to see some gorgeous accent walls that are sure to inspire you.
