Luxury Vinyl Tile Floors for a Bathroom: The Ultimate Guide
If you are considering luxury vinyl tile or planks for your bathroom floors, there are a few things you need to be aware of before making your purchase. In this…
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Thrift Store Vase Makeover with Spray Paint
In today’s DIY tutorial, I am sharing how I transformed a cheap, glass vase into an expensive-looking Pottery Barn dupe… Aged terracotta and artisanal pottery are definitely having a moment…
Budget Friendly Updates in Our Kitchen
I find it super hard to believe, but this week actually marks six-whole-freaking-months of living in my midcentury modern lake house. Given I have yet to share much of my…
DIY Mudroom Bench With Cubbies for $115
Need an aesthetically pleasing catchall for shoes, jackets, towels, backpacks or even coolers? In today’s DIY tutorial, I am sharing how we added additional seating and storage in our screened-…
What Type of Flooring Can You Install Over Ceramic Tile?
If you are sick of looking at outdated, ceramic tile but don’t have the time (or budget) to demo your old flooring, there are actually multiple types of flooring that…
Renter Friendly Accent Wall with Temporary Wallpaper
Looking for renter-friendly accent wall ideas? Temporary, peel and stick wallpaper may just be the perfect solution… A few months ago, I had the pleasure of consulting my boss-babe friend…
5 Things to Consider Before Installing Floating Floors Over Old Tile Flooring
Back at my 1980’s rancher, my husband and I installed floating hardwood planks and click-and- lock LVT over existing tile floors. In this post, I am sharing all of the…
DIY Modern Picture Frame Molding Accent Wall for Under $70
Looking to add elevated, rich AF vibes to your boring walls while staying on a budget? In today’s DIY tutorial, I am sharing how I added picture frame molding (with…
How To Display Art on Any TV
In today’s post, I am sharing how to display artwork on any ol’ TV- no fancy technology or apps necessary! I am also going to be showing you a little…
DIY Cheap Bi-Fold Closet Door Makeover
Looking for an easy and budget-friendly means of upgrading a cheap, bi-fold closet door? In this DIY tutorial, I am sharing how to elevate the look of your boring, builder-grade…
DIY Faux Oak Beams on the Cheap
Love the look of weathered oak beams, but don’t have an arm and a leg to spend? Today, I am sharing how to make a cheaper alternative (pine) look like…
The Easiest Way to Patch a Textured Ceiling
In today’s post, I am going to share how to patch a textured or popcorn ceiling without having to scrape or resurface the entire ceiling… In our somewhat recent bathroom…
When Cutting Corners on Your Home Renovation Backfires: 4 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid
In today’s post, I am sharing four instances, during my home renovation, where cutting corners (and ultimately being a cheapskate) proved to be disastrous. By sharing my cautionary tales, my…
DIY Kitchen Window Storage Bench on Casters
Awkward, blank space in your kitchen or dining nook that you are stumped on how to decorate? Perhaps you should consider a multifunctional piece like a storage bench. In this…
DIY Gel Stain Deck Railing Makeover
With Spring in full bloom, it’s time to head outside and show the exterior of our homes some love. In this DIY tutorial, I am sharing a cheap and simple…
My DIY Kitchen Cabinets: Two Years Later
Two years ago, my husband built Shaker style cabinets in our butler’s pantry, right off of our kitchen, for under $200. In this honest review, I am sharing how they…
A Houseplant Rotted My Subfloor & Here’s How I Fixed It
A few years ago, I purchased my first ever real plant baby – a fiddle leaf fig tree to be exact. Watching that little sapling develop into a show-stopper of…
My Home Tour Six Years Later
In celebration of my six year home-versary, I thought I would share with you an updated “before and after” tour of my 1980’s fixer upper… My oh my! Time truly…
How To: Install an Electrical Box for a Wall Sconce Light
Longing for the custom look of hardwired wall sconces, but don’t have the extra dough to shell out on an electrician? If you aren’t easily intimidated, you may be able…
My Painted Bathtub 5 Years Later
Is bath tub refinishing really worth it? Can you honestly paint a fiberglass jacuzzi tub and expect the finish to last for years to come? In this post, I am…
My Painted Faucet: One Year Later
One year ago, using a special paint, I hand-painted my bathtub faucet and handles matte black. In this post, I am sharing how they have held up so far. Throughout…
My Floating Hardwood Floors: A Three Month Follow-Up
Three months ago, I installed Floorté Hardwood Series planks directly over my existing tile and solid wood floors (without any demo!). Today, I am going to give a three month…
The Easiest Way to Paint a Mirror Frame
Do you have an over-sized mirror you would like to paint, but are physically unable to relocate it outside for spray paint application? Well..I have the perfect hack for you…
DIY Bath Tub Skirt for Under $25
So right before the world went to hell in a handbasket, I proudly revealed to you the dramatic transformation of my 1980’s bathroom remodel (you can read that post here)….
