Learn how to make a cat scratching post! This chic DIY cat scratcher uses sisal rope and a few other materials to make a beautiful scratcher for your kitty. How to Make a Cat Scratching Post Hey there, today I am sharing an awesome post that…
This post shares my slatted outdoor dining table build. DIY 2×4 patio furniture is an easy way to make affordable yet stylish pieces for your home, and customizing them with wood like ipe is a nice way to make them unique. Slatted Outdoor Dining Table Build:…
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…
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 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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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 I made a DIY patio coffee table with a concrete top, except you don’t have to pour any concrete! I used concrete pavers and 2×2 as a much simpler approach. How to make a DIY patio coffee table with 2×2…
This article shares the process for making our modern DIY Murphy bed. We followed plans from a top-notch hardware kit and are sharing the tips we picked up along the way. Our modern DIY murphy bed made using a hardware kit! I am so excited to…
This post shares free build plans for you to build your own outdoor dining table and was sponsored by Kreg Tool. I love working with Kreg because I love their products! Build Your Own Modern Outdoor Dining Table Hi everyone! Today I’m popping in to share…
This post shares all about how to build a raised garden bed with wood. Small raised garden beds help us maximize our small backyard. How to Build a Raised Garden Bed With Wood Hey all, it’s week 3 of the One Room Challenge, and I’m sharing more…
Want to hide your AC unit outside? Learn how to hide an HVAC unit in your backyard with an easy removable DIY air conditioner screen. Hide your HVAC unit with a DIY air conditioner screen! Hi guys, it’s week 3 of the One Room Challenge, and…
Looking for a Ready Seal review? I’ll tell you what you need to know! This article contains affiliate links. My unbiased review of Ready Seal Stain and Sealer I’m going to kick things off here with a product review of Ready Seal Wood Stain and Sealer….
This post shares my easy DIY railing planter box and is sponsored by Kreg Tool and the Build Something website. If you’re wondering how to build a planter box for a deck, this project is for you! DIY Railing Planter Box Hey guys! I’m working with the…
Free plans to build a functional shoe cubby! Today I’m sharing free plans to build a shoe cubby as part of our entryway makeover (see update #1 here). Our entryway is a decent-sized space, especially for a townhouse. But we don’t have a coat closet, and…
Choosing a sealant for an unfinished wooden desktop One of the first things I struggled with when I started dabbling in furniture building and refinishing was understanding the difference between polycrylic and polyurethane. I wasn’t sure when it was appropriate to choose one over the other,…
Learn how to make a DIY wood key holder that’s a perfect beginner woodworking project. Learn how to make a DIY wood key holder A few days ago, my friend texted me and asked if I could make her a key rack that she could hang…
Learn how to build a vertical balcony garden, the perfect project for small-space gardening! I created this project as a way to grow more herbs and veggies on my small apartment balcony. Learn how to build a vertical garden for your balcony! Let’s talk about balcony…
I have wanted to make a cat tree with real branches for a long time. It’s one of those projects that’s been bubbling up on my dream project wish list for a while. I am ecstatic with the finished tree! This is a long post, so…
Learn how to make a butcher block coffee table from scratch! How to make a butcher block coffee table I’m really excited to finally share this one, because I’ve been working on it bit by bit for weeks. This is my butcher bock coffee table DIY…
Learn all about joining wood planks for a tabletop! It’s easier than it might sound, and it’s a skill that can help you make beautiful furniture. How to join wood planks together for a tabletop I’m working on building a new coffee table for my living…
This tutorial shares my DIY cat condo using Ikea tables—and no power tools! How to make a DIY cat condo using Ikea tables! We have two very spoiled kitties named Henry and Blanche. Henry is almost 2 years old and Blanche just turned 1 a few…