In my last post here, I showed you how we turned a shelf into a partition. As pretty as it was you only got to see the front of the project. Today I'm showing you the back, and it's full of storage which makes me happy. Let's start with the before photo of the...
How to Turn a Cabinet Into a Partition – Part 1
Our house originally had a formal dining room right off of the front entry. We knew right away we wouldn't be using it much at all as a dining room. It was too far away from the kitchen and we rarely had formal meals. During our renovation we changed it into our front...
Easy DIY Window Grids (Mullions)
We got new windows! Sort of. One of the best things about home diy projects is how it gives a fresh, new feeling to our homes. I don't want to move, but just like a new hair cut, a simple diy home project can keep you from getting bored and make you really feel good....
3 Ways to Transform Home Decor with White Paint
The power of paint never gets old to me, never! It's amazing how easy it is to turn almost anything into something fresh and new with a simple coat of paint. White paint is especially useful when decorating on a budget because it goes well with every color. Whether...
How to DIY an Inground Trampoline Part 2
This is part 2 of how we put our above ground trampoline into the ground. Go here to read about how we did it in Part 1. The trampoline is finally in the ground. The kids love it and Jeremy and I like how easy it is for the little girls to get on and off to...
How To DIY an Inground Trampoline Part 1
Last Spring after a few weeks of quarantine our boys started to get restless. They spent a lot of time jumping on our two trampolines, and I was grateful we had them. However their restlessness made way for an idea which I was not in favor of. They kept asking to put...
How to Make Grocery Store Roses Look Expensive
Now that it's June I'm seeing so many beautiful photos of gorgeous flower bouquets with full, open roses. You know the kind that you see at florist shops that are super expensive and not something you would pick up just because. Well, I've got a floral tip for you to...
A Long Awaited and Incredible Furniture Flip Transformation
Thrilled to share with you a long awaited and incredible furniture flip transformation. You know that one project you've been putting off for years and years? Well, this was mine! Furniture Flip Transformation Backstory A Salvation Army Thrift Find It's been easily...
Sanding Our Maple Wood Floors Part 2
This is Part 2 of our floor project. To see Part 1 go here. More than a few people thought we were crazy to even attempt to sand down our wood floors. Despite the challenge of this flooring project, we knew we could do it. Our former wood floors were well worn as well...
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How To Transform Your Shoes With Spray Paint
Want to change up your shoe collection, but on a budget? Learn how to transform your shoes with spray paint. Tired of neutral flats and want to change up your wardrobe? I know I do! How To Transform Your Shoes With Spray Paint It occurred to me that I could add some...
5 Steps to Quickly Tidy Any Room
We've all been there. Life gets busy and our spaces get a mess, but I have a strategy to share. Here are 5 steps to quickly tidy any room. And they're quick, oh so quick! I use them to keep our home from getting too out of control. It's my go to way of getting things...
Decorating a Kitchen Wall with Cutting Boards
If you're looking to add some character to your kitchen, try decorating a kitchen wall with cutting boards. The art on the wall between our two kitchen windows was fine, but I really wanted something kitchen related there. Decorating a Kitchen Wall with Cutting Boards...
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I'm excited to show you a solid wood furniture find. Take a look at this thrifted buffet furniture flip before and after. Thrifted Buffet Furniture Flip Before and After You know you've been thrifting for a long time when you can't remember where you got a large...
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