I have been excited to write this post all summer! A few months ago I shared a spring update on what we were doing to clean up and prep our small backyard for spring and summer. If you’re new around here, we completely redid our backyard…
This will teach you how to make an easy wooden DIY hanging plant holder! You can make wooden hanging plant pot holders like these using just a handful of supplies—including scrap plywood from a previous project. DIY Hanging Plant Holder Another planter? Yeah, you read that…
This post shares my DIY kids workbench. It’s an easy project that will keep your little assistant busy with interactive play! DIY wooden kids workbench I’ve been wanting to make Ramona a play workbench for a while now, and don’t you love how it turned out?…
This post shares my modern outdoor kids chairs tutorial, including free printable build plans. These chairs are easy to make and look like something bought in a store for a lot more than I spent on lumber. Modern Outdoor Kids Chairs Tutorial Hey all, if you…
This KidKraft-inspired modern outdoor kids table build easily replicates the popular modern kids furniture style fur under $25! KidKraft-inspired modern outdoor kids table build A few weeks ago, our neighbor gave us her old play house. We’re the third owners in the neighborhood to have it,…
This post shares a tutorial to teach you how to build a trellis for vines. Making a modern garden trellis is easy and can add something extra to your outdoor space without spending a lot. How to build a trellis for vines and my modern DIY…
Today I am sharing all about how to decorate a small outdoor space, including beautiful patios, balconies, decks, porches, and backyards in a variety of styles. You’ll surely find something to inspire you! 1. Small Front Porch budget makeover by Cassie Bustamante My friend Cassie just…
This post shares my DIY rolling plant caddy project using wood boards and casters! Making a rolling plant stand is a good way to keep large plants mobile. DIY Rolling Plant Caddy Got any large plants? Then you know they are a HUGE pain to move…
If you’re looking for a kids water table you can DIY, these free build plans for a DIY water table for toddlers are for you! This wooden water table is finished to hold up to the elements and look nice. Free plans to build a DIY…
This post shares how to remove paint from clay pots, specifically how to remove old peeling paint from a large terracotta clay pot and repaint the pot. Removing Paint From Terracotta Pots and Repainting Them Hey all! It’s time for May’s issue of the At Home…
This post shares free DIY raised dog feeder build plans. Learn how to make a chic, modern DIY dog food stand for the pup in your life! DIY Raised Dog Feeder Build Plans Hey all, boy do I have a treat to share today! I’ve teamed…
This tutorial shares how we installed a door threshold for vinyl flooring on an exterior door. Installing a DIY exterior door threshold for vinyl flooring Today I’m sharing the finishing touches on our new vinyl plank floors in the basement. When I shared the article with…
This post shares my galaxy-inspired epoxy resin paint pour art plus some epoxy resin painting for beginners tips. It’s an easy and forgiving way to make a beautiful and unique piece of epoxy resin art for your home! Epoxy Resin Painting for Beginners Hey all, I’m…
This post shares how to caulk hardwood stairs, specifically how I re-caulked cracked stair stringer seams and trim for a beautiful finished look. How to Caulk Hardwood Stairs & Repair Cracked Caulk Hey guys, just sharing a quick little tip on how to caulk hardwood stairs,…
Today I’m sharing my plans to build DIY photo ledge shelving inspired by Ikea’s Mosslanda line…and for under $10 each! If you’re looking for a wall decor solution for a slim space, this is a beautiful and affordable approach. DIY Photo Ledge Shelves (Inspired by Ikea’s…
This post will show you how to sew a pillow cover with a zipper! Get over your fear of sewing zippers and make over some old throw pillows with this easy step-by-step tutorial. How to sew a pillow cover with a zipper Anyone else have a…
This post shares 10 tips for LifeProof vinyl flooring installation over a concrete slab. We chose Sterling Oak and love the perfect gray/brown color. LifeProof Vinyl Flooring Installation Hey guys, I’m back with a flooring update! My last update shared a comprehensive review of 10 different…
This post shares how I dreamed up a DIY modern planter project using plywood and hairpin legs. It’s a simple but chic large planter that will look great in any room. DIY Modern Planter: Plywood With Hairpin Legs Hey guys! Today I’m finally sharing a project…
This article shares affordable vinyl plank flooring reviews from a homeowner’s perspective. I have researched affordable vinyl plank flooring for months and want to share my findings with you! 9 of the best vinyl plank flooring reviews from a homeowner I have spent considerable time researching…
Learn how to make DIY bookends for a nursery out of thrifted unicorns. DIY bookends for a nursery using unicorns This is the first of two thrift-shop-challenge-type posts I’m doing this month. Because Marie Kondo has tricked you all in to getting rid of all of…
This post shares my indoor cat house plans. This easy-to-build piece is both a stylish side table and a cat house—the perfect piece for any cat lover’s room. How to Build a Cute Cat House Side Table Hey guys, it’s been a while since I’ve shared…
Today I’m sharing how we hide TV cords in a wall! If you’re looking for tips about how to disguise wires from a wall-mounted TV, this post is for you. This post also contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. Thank you! A quick…
This post shares how to frame a mirror with clips. If you want to add a wood frame to a bathroom mirror, it’s simple—just follow these simple steps. How to Frame a Mirror With Clips This is the second-to-last update of my $100 Room Challenge second…
Wondering how to store spices in a drawer? This post will teach you how to make a spice rack for a drawer using cheap pine project board you can get at your local home improvement store. How to Make a Spice Rack for a Drawer (for…
How to make a stunning DIY dried orange slice garland I recently made a felt letter and wood bead garland for my daughter—then I made some stovetop potpourri ornaments. And I had leftover ingredients from both of these projects that I wanted to do something with….
How to make holiday potpourri with pine cones My aunt recently sent me some amazing large pine cones from her yard. This shady package just showed up one day with a return address of “THE SHORE,” and since my aunt lives on the eastern shore of…
Learn how to make glitter Christmas ornaments! Today I’m sharing a simple no-mess glitter Christmas ornaments tutorial. Glitter is messy…so you might make a mess while making these. But once they’re done and sealed, you won’t have glitter all over your house like a lot of other Christmas…
This post shares my free DIY c-shaped side table build plans! It is the perfect table for your laptop, remote, or drink. C-Shaped Side Table Build Plans Hiya folks. Today I’m sharing the build plans for a quick-and-easy DIY space-saving sofa end table. And if I…
This post shares my DIY modern dollhouse bookcase DIY. Kreg Tool sponsored these build plans. I love working with Kreg because I love their products! Dollhouse Bookcase DIY Great news! I’m done a build I’ve been slaving over. It’s always a good day when that happens. Today…
This post shares my review of Aspect Glass Peel and Stick tiles in Frost, including tips on installation. Peel and stick tile is a great way to easily give a facelift to a space in your home. Aspect sent me the tiles to use in my…
How to make a small rosemary wreath for the holidays I had a magical day off of work recently…and by that I mean Mike was at work and Ramona was at daycare. I rarely have the house to myself these days, so what did I do?…
This post shares my concrete outdoor side table made from pavers. This post was sponsored by Kreg Tool. I love working with Kreg because I love their products! Concrete Outdoor Side Table Made From Pavers Did you catch my post a few weeks (or months, I…
Terracotta pots are cheap but make excellent planters. They are so easy to customize using paint and are a great way to make a statement on your front porch. Plus, painting them is so easy. All you need are a few supplies and the right paint….
Learn how to make your own wall decals using a Cricut! Hey all, today I’m talking all about how to transform a room in the easiest way possible: by making DIY wall decals! Whether you call them wall decals or wall stickers, these things are such…
Tiny powder room decorating ideas Hello hello and welcome to the last update for the current round of the $100 Room Challenge. I’m sharing tiny powder room decorating ideas in the glamour shots of what I’ve decided to call my tiny monochrome powder room. Let’s have a…
This post will teach you how I dyed a white rug black using Jacquard Procion dye powder in Jet Black. How to dye a rug black using procion dye Welcome back for the third week of the $100 Room Challenge hosted by my friend Erin at Lemons, Lavender, and…
Wondering how to make a mirror frame with wood? I’m sharing my DIY wood mirror frame tutorial I followed to update an old mirror. How to Make a Simple Mirror Frame With Wood Today I’m sharing an older project that’s still going strong in our entryway….
This post will show you how to paint bathroom light fixture, including how I made over our cheap vanity light fixture for only $16! Spray painting metal bathroom light fixtures is an easy way to make them look brand new. How to paint a bathroom light…
Abstract acrylic painting for kids using a vinyl stencil! Hi all! Today I’m sharing a project I did with my four-year-old daughter. I decided to let her experiment with my “big girl” acrylic paints on a real canvas, and she was very excited about it! The…
How to make DIY polymer clay coasters with a marbled finish Mike recently asked me where all of our concrete coasters had gone. He had one left over on his deck, and it was starting to look a little nasty and worn. But I had no idea where…