We all love a little retail therapy but maybe not the prices that sometimes go along with our favorite shops. Never fear I’ve joined forces with four amazing bloggers who will show us how to create a knock off version of some retail favorites. Today we’re sharing knock off projects for the kitchen and they… Read more
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DIY Wood Cut Out Name Plaque
Given a little advance warning you can easily make a personalized gift for any occassion. I recently went to a dinner party and rather than bring the typical bottle of wine I made a wood cut out name plaque for the family. Of course I’d be happy to receive a bottle wine, that’s perfectly acceptable,… Read more
DIY Freestanding Kitchen Pantry Cabinet
We can always use more storage and more counterspace right? How about building a dedicated kitchen pantry cabinet that doubles as more counter space? Today I’m sharing this DIY freestanding pantry cabinet with free plans. A DIY tutorial to build a freestanding kitchen pantry cabinet with free plans. Make your kitchen functional with accessible storage… Read more
DIY Cedar Scrap Wood Planter
What to do with all those short wood off cuts cluttering up your scrap bin? Make a beautiful DIY cedar scrap wood planter of course! If you’re like me then you can never let off cuts go to waste. A DIY tutorial to build a cedar scrap wood planter. Save those cedar scraps and make… Read more
DIY Open Media Shelf Free Plans
Truth be told I previously shared this open media shelf way back when. This was before I figured out how to make proper plans so today I’m reposting this build with step by step instructions including detailed plans and cut lists. Click here for a PDF version of the plans. This open media shelf has… Read more
How to: Large Gingham Painting
How to make a large gingham painting is as easy as coloring in the lines. If you’re looking to make a large statement piece, backdrop or an entire wall this gingham pattern might just be the answer. Pick the color best for your space and I’ll show you how to down below. A DIY tutorial… Read more
DIY Giant Pot of Gold
Fitting for the season I’m sharing this giant pot of gold project today because sometimes you need an enormous pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day party or any rainbow themed party. A DIY tutorial to make a giant pot of gold with rainbow. Create this large… Read more
Touch of Spring 2017 Farmhouse Tour
A special hello to you readers coming from Cheryl’s place at Tidy Mom. Her family room is Spring time perfection if I do say so myself! If you haven’t visited please check it out, I’ll be right here waiting. Back in the Northeast we’re in anticipation mode. Spring always seems to slowly crawl its way… Read more
How to Build a Clubhouse Loft Bed
While I couldn’t resist sharing the clubhouse bed yesterday today I’m back with the building details. All the things you’ll want to know before you build this kids clubhouse loft bed. Let’s go! A DIY tutorial to build a kids clubhouse loft bed. Make an amazing loft space for kids that fits a twin size… Read more
Vintage Cabinet Makeover
A vintage serving cabinet makeover. My friend asked if I would refinish this painted cabinet: Always eager for a good makeover I said ‘yes’ and after lots of muscle (and stripper) the cabinet is new again: Although it may only look like a paint job this cabinet needed a complete overhaul. It’s built from tongue… Read more
DIY Clubhouse Loft Bed for Kids
I dreamed of a loft style bed when I was a kid. Well I’m making those dreams come true except it’s for my own kids. I built this clubhouse loft bed for my kids and they are smitten. A DIY tutorial to build a clubhouse loft bed for kids. Kids will look forward to bedtime… Read more
DIY Ottoman Tray Parquet Pattern
Build your own parquet patterned ottoman tray with handles using my free plans down below. A DIY tutorial to build an ottoman tray with a parquet pattern. Gather up your scrap wood because this tray is super easy and useful. Ottoman Tray I built this tray for my neighbors who have a large ottoman in… Read more