Big windows and sunrooms are a desirable feature in a home, but the window treatments get pricey (and hard to find)! Save some dough by trying one of 11+ DIY extra long curtain rod ideas. While a sunroom and big windows might be one of the best features in your home, it comes with one …
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Trying to figure out how to brighten a dark room (or rooms) in your house? With over 17 ideas, you are sure to find a trick that fits your budget. Over the last 10 years, we have bought and renovated 3 homes. When you buy older homes – and especially fixer-uppers – they generally don’t …
Looking for pink wallpaper for a girl’s room? This pink and white wallpaper from PhotoWall will grow with your daughter from nursery to teen years. Ya’ll – I am so excited to show you a glimpse of my daughter’s bedroom! Plus, I’ll share the details of my first experience hanging wallpaper (spoiler: it’s not so …
Are you struggling to find a long curtain rod for large windows or a sunroom? Extra-long curtain rods can come at a pretty penny, but this DIY long curtain rod is a simple, affordable, and stylish solution. When we are house-hunting, a home full of windows and natural light is at the top of my …
Need a spot to store your essential oils? Learn how to make a DIY essential oil shelf – in minutes! This DIY essential oil holder is easy and inexpensive. I’ve been slowly collecting essential oils to use around the house for bath bombs, linen sprays, and body scrubs. Over time, my little 2-3 bottle collection …
Learn how to German schmear brick, in no time! Makeover a brick fireplace with mortar wash, a beginner-friendly DIY project. As much as I love the cozy features in our cottage-style home, some of it is a bit dark for my liking. For example, our east-facing living room only gets morning light, making it dim …
Learn how to Easily Install a Granite Backsplash. In 7 simple steps, you can install a marble backsplash — even if you are a beginner (no power tools required!!). We aren’t DIY experts — we just learn as we go. Installing a marble backsplash was a new project for us, but it went pretty smoothly. …
Want to Attach a picture hanger to a metal or plastic frame? Learn this simple and easy tip for how to attach a hanger to a plastic frame today! I’ve been making some progress in our dining room that I hope to share in the next week or so. In the meantime, I wanted to …
Do you love the style of bamboo blinds, but hate the price? Learn how to make DIY bamboo blinds with this simple hack that will save you money too! We are moving into a new home in the next few weeks, and it has 17 windows. Seventeen. All 17 windows are in need of new …
Design a nursery on a budget with 10 quick and easy DIY Projects, all made by upcycling affordable thrift store finds! Last month, I shared my daughter’s bohemian bedroom. Her budget nursery makeover was completed for $110! That was largely due to 10 affordable thrift store upcycles, making it easy to pull together the nursery …
Learn how to paint brick, including which types of paint to use. Painting a brick fireplace is an inexpensive and easy way to brighten a room. Brick fireplaces can be a beautiful accent in a home. I love aged brick — especially in old farm kitchens or peeking out from crumbling plaster. However, sometimes brick …
Remodeling your kitchen on a budget? Learn how to install a Faux Brick Backsplash. This budget-friendly DIY project will transform your kitchen without breaking the bank. Are you remodeling a kitchen on a budget? Does your backsplash need a cheap refresh without renovating the whole kitchen? In either case, a faux brick backsplash is a stylish, …
Is your home filled with nasty, old carpet? Pull it up with 10 tools needed to remove carpet. Learn how to remove the carpet, tack strips, and staples in any home by using the best tools for carpet removal. My husband and I have gotten pretty good at removing carpet (3 different homes and at …
Learn the simplest method to remove carpet staples from wood floors, with the right tools and a video tutorial. Plus, this method won’t damage the hardwood! There is no happier reno surprise than pulling up a corner of wall-to-wall carpeting and finding hardwood. Am I right?! Original hardwood hidden under ugly, old carpet can save big bucks on …
Learn how to make recipe wall art for your kitchen or dining room. Celebrate a favorite family recipe with a large, rustic, recipe board. Greetings! Kelly here from North Country Nest. In case you missed my last DIY, I shared a farmhouse mason jar planter and my inability to keep plants alive. Today’s DIYs is …