If you’ve been building furniture for some time chances are you have a bit of a wood stash on hand. So I’m serious when I say ‘shop your wood stash first’. Chances are you probably have all the pieces on hand to make something amazing and that’s the story with this simple shiplap table. I’m… Read more
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Seasonal Bedding: Cozy Layers for Colder Climates
Does your winter preparation check list include switching out the bedding? It definitely should! I’m sharing a seasonal bedding update with my favorite cozy layers perfect for those colder climates. Update your bedroom with seasonal bedding for colder days ahead. Dive in with these cozy layers for colder climates. Winter is knocking on our door… Read more
Lumber Rack Plans
At long last I finally have a proper lumber rack to store all my lumber. It’s been ten years in the making and I’m kicking myself I didn’t do this sooner. If you’re in the market for lumber storage I am sharing my plans for this lumber rack down below. A DIY tutorial to build… Read more
Family Room Refresh
This post about refreshing a Family Room is sponsored by The Home Depot. Just like humans get tired so do the spaces in our homes. Whether it’s a change of taste or function or things are just plain worn out it’s time for a refresh. Join me for this Family Room refresh with a few… Read more
Painted Wood Leaves Fall Wreath
This post about a painted wood leaves wreath is sponsored by DecoArt. Add a bit of punch to your door with a simple Fall wreath painted in fresh, bold colors. I’m sharing this painted wood leaves wreath today and debuting the new 2020 acrylic paint colors from DecoArt. A DIY tutorial to make a Fall… Read more
DIY Weight Storage Shelf with Plans
We’re doing everything at home these days – including working out. Naturally that leads to the need for weight storage and a place for all the workout gear. So today I’m sharing this DIY weight storage shelf with plans so you can build one too! A DIY tutorial to build a weight storage shelf for… Read more
DIY Primitive Nightstand with Plans
True to the spirit of DIY I’m at it again building things I have envisioned in my mind but don’t really exist in the retail space. Enter my DIY primitive nightstands complete with a simple door, plenty of storage space inside and a movable shelf. A DIY tutorial to build a primitive style nightstand. Make… Read more
Coffee Table Makeover using Plywood Scraps
Over the years I’ve come to the conclusion that scrap wood will always find a home. Today I used some plywood scraps to makeover a basic coffee table and I can honestly say plywood has a new found spot in my heart. A DIY tutorial for a coffee table makeover using plywood scraps. Make your… Read more
Simple Modern Desk with Plans
Desks, desks and more desks! It seems everyone is making a workspace for themselves and that calls for a desk. Today I’m sharing how to build this simple modern desk with an organized hutch shelf. Let’s get building. A DIY tutorial to build a simple modern desk. Make this user friendly ample desk with modern… Read more
How to Paint Walls
This post about painting walls is sponsored by Rust-Oleum®. The quickest and easiest way to refresh your space is by painting the walls. And it’s definitely a project you can do with a little time and patience. I’ll show you how to easily paint walls with this simple tutorial. A DIY tutorial on how to… Read more
How To Replace Outlets Over Beadboard
This post about replacing outlets is sponsored by The Home Depot. It’s almost guaranteed if you are doing any kind of renovations there will come a time when you need to replace an outlet. So, let’s get to it! A DIY tutorial to replace outlets over beadboard. How to safely replace outlets once you’ve installed… Read more
Upgrade Those Shed Lights
This post about shed lights is sponsored by The Home Depot. It’s been a solid year working in my little shed shop and I’m ever so happy to have a designated workshop space. But (there’s always a but) the basic little bare lightbulbs up in the eaves just aren’t cutting it! Swap out boring basic… Read more