Learn how to make DIY Leather Drawer Pulls with labels for a child’s bedroom. A small dresser with curved drawers is updated with DIY leather drawer pulls. I’m a firm believer in not rushing the decorating process. I don’t force decision-making. I’ll shop for the right piece of furniture for months. I’m okay with imperfection and …
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Check out 13+ Gray Furniture Makeovers, with paint colors included, to inspire you to refinish an old piece. Choose a gray to refresh old furniture. Since we are moving — but have not yet sold our home — I’ve been working on projects that we can “take with us.” Projects that aren’t part of the architecture …
Learn how to stain a basket with this simple tutorial. Instead of tossing boring baskets, create a stylish, rustic basket in minutes! It’s hard for me to skip purchasing a perfectly good basket in a thrift shop. Even if it is not the prettiest basket, it can still be used in cabinets and closets to …
Learn how to use maps as wallpaper with this simple DIY tutorial. Discover creative ways to refresh your walls using vintage, modern, or custom maps for a unique and personalized home decor. Every now and then, I see something in our home with fresh eyes. You might remember our map wall. It’s located right as …
I have pinned dark, moody, bedrooms for years and I’m happy to finally share with you the full reveal of our very own navy Master Bedroom. The magic of these deep navy walls is that they are incredibly cozy at night, yet during the day the room is light and bright. Morning sun pours in …
Want to make your patio more functional? Learn how to make a DIY outdoor bar (plus, 9 more outdoor bar ideas for a deck or patio!) Ever since we completed the patio makeover at our first home I’ve wanted a spot to serve food outdoors. It’s funny, because here we are 3 years down the road, …
Our guest bathroom renovation is complete. Amazon Affiliate Links are included in this post. This may not be a surprise to some of you, but do-it-yourself renovation projects take time. Sometimes, it feels like we are moving at a snail’s pace. We started stripping wallpaper back in June of 2015 {yes… nearly a year ago}. The …
A colorful, painted dresser makeover with Arles Yellow. Plus, a review of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint from a first-time user of chalk paint. My brother and his wife got Mike and I this small dresser about 6 years ago for Christmas. I have always loved the shape and size of this dresser. The curves make …
You’ll love this Farmhouse Dining Room, filled with cozy charm and sentimental details. Plus, 5 simple decorating tips. Last Christmas, I shared a mini-reveal of our Dining Room Makeover. At that time, we were waiting on our ceiling light to ship. It arrived, we finally got it installed {it wasn’t an easy one} and now …
Last week I told you how much I loved my spice jar project. Well, I feel similarly about this one because it also combines thrifting and organization! If you’ve followed us a long time, you might remember my golden duck bracelet holders. I still like those guys; but I’m not going to have many flat …
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”… Or, the similar yet lesser known quote… “When life gives you bear art, make a chalkboard map.” 😉 Supplies Framed Art Painter’s Tape Chalkboard Paint Map Printable {I used this one from Mr. Printables} Measuring Tape Printer & Paper Scissors Chalk Marker ** Amazon links are affiliate links …
When we started planning our bathroom renovation it was a goal to reuse a few pieces. This included updating our mirror and painting the frame white {you can see that in the mood board}. However, after the room started coming together and I saw this photo, I decided to go with a wood tone. …
We had several goals when we started working on the bathroom renovation… increase from one to two sinks, get rid of the wallpaper and replace the peeling linoleum floors… to name a few. However, there is another goal that is always on my “to do” list and that is to increase storage. In the end, …
How was your weekend? I love the small projects Erica shares each Friday and this weekend project was just like many of those… simple, colorful and a great use of items I had on hand. If you’ve been around for awhile you know that Mike and I are in the middle of renovating our bathroom. …
Removing wallpaper is not the most inspiring or creative endeavor… so yesterday, even though there is more work to be done in the bathroom I took a break to paint this mirror and make it pretty. I picked up this mirror for $6 at a Yard Sale. It needed a coat of paint; but I …