Use these modern buffet-style cubby storage plans to make the perfect storage that’s both functional and gorgeous! Designed to fit common-sized storage bins and boxes. My new modern buffet-style cubby storage plans I recently posted about a wall I’ve been slowly working on in our house. First we replaced the closet doors, then painted, then …
Furniture
Hey all! I figured for today’s article I would take it back to some basics. Since we moved, I’ve been doing some thrifting and acquiring some new pieces for the house. And because this house was built in the 60s, it is perfect for older pieces. I found the table I’m working on in this …
Learn how to make a simple window perch for kitties! How I made our DIY cat window perch Hey all! One last DIY for a little while…I’m starting a new job, but I wanted to eek in one last project! It’s a DIY cat window perch. If you’re just finding my website, I have two …
Learn how to make a DIY monitor stand with my simple tutorial! Learn how to make an easy DIY monitor stand Using a monitor stand is a super easy way to free up space on your desk while also giving your work area a sleek look. I don’t have a small desk, but I like …
Want to make a cozy corner for your kitties? Grab my 3 totally free indoor cat house laser files today! This post was sponsored by xTool. Using xTool’s P2 CO2 laser machine to make indoor cat houses! Today I’m working with xTool to share some free indoor cat house laser files! I have been dying …
This post shares how to spray paint metal, including how to prep metal for spray paint, as well as how to drill through metal using a regular cordless drill! I found a $6 metal table base at a thrift store and knew that with a little paint and a new top, it would be a …
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 built it in an afternoon, you know I’m not …
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 I am sharing one of my new most favorite …
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 can’t remember!) ago about the outdoor coffee table I …
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 share this project! I’ve been dreaming of having a …
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 some build plans I’ve partnered up with Kreg Tool …
19 of my favorite painted furniture projects! Hey all! Today is all about painted furniture. I have done a lot of painted furniture and home accessories projects throughout the years, and I wanted to have a spot where I put links to everything for easy reference. So today I am getting together an article with …
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. I want to try to do more of these …
This post shares a yellow painted nightstand makeover using Decoart Americana Decor Satin Enamels paint in Honey Gold. This project was originally completed for DecoArt as part of our ongoing partnership, and I was compensated to complete this makeover. Yellow Painted Nightstand Makeover Today I am sharing the adorable yellow painted nightstand makeover—a cute little …
This post shares all about DIY stair tread shelves. Using stair treads as shelves is a cheap and easy idea for wooden open shelving anywhere in your home. How to make stair tread shelves, a cheap storage solution! Hellooooo second week of the $100 Room Challenge! If you’re just joining me, I’m tackling my tiny …
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 the space quickly became a dumping ground for shoes, …
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, how many coats I’d need of either, or what …
This post is sponsored by DecoArt. I only work with brands I know, use, and love, so you can trust that the information I’m sharing about Americana Decor Satin Enamels is reliable. Nightstands Makeover With Americana Decor Satin Enamels This is the last in my five-part series of posts where I feature projects using paints …
This post is sponsored by DecoArt. I only work with brands I know, use, and love, so you can trust that the information I’m sharing about Americana Decor Satin Enamels is reliable. Trunk Makeover With Americana Decor Satin Enamels Did you catch my recent post on working with DecoArt’s new Americana Decor Metallics line? I …
This post is sponsored by DecoArt. I only work with brands I know, use, and love, so you can trust that the information I share is reliable. $10 Tables Makeover With Americana Decor Metallics If you’ve ever checked out any of my past furniture refinishing projects, you know that I’ve been a big fan of …
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 bear with me. I will walk you through the …
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 project! I wanted to make a coffee table to …
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 room right now. We’ve been using a painted trunk …