It’s a classic. Having a dollhouse as a young child allows kids to play out scenarios of home and family life on a miniature scale. It’s part fantasy mixed with real life experiences. Let’s give them a simple two story dollhouse with space to imagine and play. Ana White and I are back again with… Read more
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DIY Handmade Wood Gift Box
I’ve always been a big believer in the idea that the gift wrap is part of the gift. Sure anyone can shove some tissue in a gift bag and call it good, I’m definitely guilty. But if you plan ahead just a tiny bit you can make a gift box to fit the gift and… Read more
DIY Animal Book Cart
Who said book storage had to be boring? Especially when it comes to kids books, let’s make it fun and animal themed. How about a DIY animal book cart? It’s Friday and Ana White and I are here to share another gift project idea for the Handbuilt Holiday series. Today is a book cart sized… Read more
DIY Simple Holiday Mantel
This post about a DIY holiday mantel is sponsored by The Home Depot. It’s about that time to start thinking about holiday decor. And I desperately want to relish in the season but I don’t want to spend every waking minute setting up holiday decor. So I’m sharing this simple holiday mantel I made with… Read more
DIY Baseball Beanbag Toss Game
Baseball fans, beanbag toss lovers and those with a competitive spirit we’ve got a DIY game for you. It’s another Handbuilt Holiday gift idea from Ana White and myself as we gear up for holiday gift giving. Today we are sharing a DIY baseball beanbag toss game and it’s very simple to construct. A DIY… Read more
Makita Cordless Miter Saw
This post about the Makita cordless miter saw is sponsored by The Home Depot. The search is over and this is by far my most favorite miter saw. And I’ve tried a lot of miter saws. I’m telling you the features will blow you away. If you’re looking to upgrade your miter saw or even… Read more
Milwaukee Cordless Brad Nailer
This post about the Milwaukee cordless brad nailer is sponsored by The Home Depot. If you aren’t using a cordless brad nailer then I imagine you are tangled up with a hose and giant air compressor and that’s no fun. Join me and let’s have a look at the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 18 gauge cordless… Read more
DIY Advent Calendar
This post about a DIY advent calendar is sponsored by Build Something. The thrill and excitement of the holidays is right around the corner. Let’s embrace the holiday spirit and make a Christmas countdown or advent calendar for the whole family to enjoy. A DIY tutorial to make an advent calendar using pocket holes. Amp… Read more
DIY 18″ Doll Camp Hideaway
Friends this might go down as my favorite DIY 18″ doll build project ever. Please let me introduce you to the doll size camp hideaway. As usual every Friday leading up to Christmas Ana White and I share a new gift project idea and today is no different. Except this project is over the top… Read more
DIY Low Workbench Free Plans
Building workshop furniture is a must to ease productivity, comfort and work flow. Take the time to make yourself this low workbench. It’s perfect for a small shop, shed shop or basement space with low ceilings. I’m sharing how to build a table height low workbench and I’ve got the plans for you too. A… Read more
Milwaukee Tools For Your Workshop
This post about Milwaukee tools is sponsored by The Home Depot. Making your workshop space functional is a matter of layout, organization and most importantly TOOLS! Let’s look at three Milwaukee tools that are perfect for your workshop. Three Milwaukee tools for your workshop. Including the framing square, cordless stubby impact wrench and cordless power… Read more
DIY Superhero Lair Playhouse
Calling all superhero loving folks out there! It’s another Handbuilt Holiday project today, the perfect superhero playhouse for all superhero lovers. Ana White and I are busy little elves working to bring you a new gift idea you can build just in time for the holidays. A DIY tutorial to build a superhero lair playhouse…. Read more