DIY Cone Pendant Lights
I am super stoked to be sharing these DIY cone pendants with you guys today. Not only were they super easy to make, I was able to purchase the materials…
DIY Projects
Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Fixer Upper: Surpising Lessons Learned
For those of you familiar with my blog, you probably know the foundation of this site originates from me selling my new construction home for a fixer upper ( you newbies…
Beginner’s Guide: Gallery Wall on a Budget
For the longest time, I have wanted to display a gallery wall in the hallway of my home. I love the idea of displaying a little piece of my family’s…
Indigo Abstract Art DIY
So I know it’s October and I should be gracing you with fall inspiration posts and Halloween crafts, but I have to keep it real…. Ya’ll know I am not…
How to Paint Over Dingy Grout – DIY Gray Grout
If I ever took the time to devise an inventory of worst home decor ideas ever, I think white floor grout would be close to the top of that list…
Spray Paint Fixes Everything – DIY Patio Furniture Makeover
Ok guys… I feel like I am failing at life right now. With all of the false labor I have experienced within the past few weeks, I was hoping I…
Office-Mudroom Progress: “Moffice”
This weekend, my husband and I were able to make some progress on the “moffice”, otherwise known as a multi-functional space that serves as a mudroom and office. My husband…
How to Make Kitchen Cabinets Taller
Not only do kitchen cabinets play a vital role in the functionality of your home, they actually impose a major impact on your kitchen’s appearance. In case you have been living…
How I Chose My First Fixer Upper Home: What to Look For
As I approach the one year anniversary of living in my first fixer upper, I wanted to share some tidbits of wisdom I have learned so far. For those of…
How to Mount a TV Over a Brick Fireplace (and Hide the Wires)
The very first time I envisioned our living room, I knew I wanted our flat screen mounted to the brick fireplace. I wanted one focal point, and placing the television…
Beadboard Planks Over Popcorn Ceiling DIY
Looking for a way to cover those outdated, popcorn ceilings while also adding character to your room? You can install beadboard planking directly on top of your textured ceilings. This…
Double Pantry Barn Door DIY – Under $90
I am so happy to finally share with you my barn door DIY for replacing boring bi-fold doors . Built for my pantry, I would have loved a true barn door on…
How to Paint Cultured Marble Countertops
Let me tell ya’ll about the time I painted the cultured marble countertops in my bathroom. You see, my bathroom countertops were a lovely, 1980’s beige- almond color. I begged my husband…
Wood Beam Mantel DIY
Looking to add some warm, rustic vibes to your brick fireplace? A wood beam mantel is a great place to start. This DIY mantel makeover took only about 2 hours…
How I Sold My House in 3 Days: Above List Price
New Year’s day 2015, my husband and I decided to place a contingency offer on a run-down ranch home. Reality quickly set in….in order to get our fixer upper, we…
Transforming My Bathroom Vanity With Gel Stain
With outdated hardware and a yellow-ish finish, all of my bathroom vanities needed a makeover.Seeing what an ordeal it was to paint my kitchen cabinets with oil paint, however, I was looking for an…
Bathroom Makeover DIY Under $800
My hallway bathroom was the first of three bathrooms we transformed. This DIY makeover was completed under $800. We tiled the floors with faux marble tile (grey grout), painted the…
Paint it Black-How to Paint Your Door Black
When I came across an image of a black door on Pinterest, a lightbulb went off in my head. You see, I had been contemplating if I should replace a dingy, white…
Kitchen In Progress
Although the kitchen has come a long way, it is still a room in progress. I had so many great plans for the space, but a nagging little pain called…
Transforming My Dining Room
In terms of design, the dining room has been one of the biggest challenges. I tweak and tweak, and something always seems off. As of lately, I think I am…
Brick Fireplace Makeover
While I have plenty of DIY projects to share with you, I wanted to start with my brick fireplace makeover. One of the most popular questions I get from family…
