This post about a painted desk organizer is sponsored by DecoArt. Why not jazz up that plain wood desk organizer with a little painted pattern? I went retro today with this fun swirl design painted onto the sides of a bamboo wood organizer. A DIY tutorial to make a retro painted desk organizer. Add a… Read more
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DIY Pillar Candle Holders
Here we are friends just days before the big day. Ana White and I have one last Handbuilt Holiday gift idea for you that’s super fast and simple. These DIY wood pillar candle holders make a great gift and even better table decor centerpiece idea for your holiday table. I know you have some scrap… Read more
Dewalt Atomic Reciprocating Saw
This post about the Dewalt Atomic reciprocating saw is sponsored by The Home Depot. Join me in learning about this cordless, one-handed reciprocating saw and it’s various features. A tool review of the Dewalt Atomic cordless reciprocating saw. A compact, variable speed brushless reciprocating saw for household jobs. I cannot express the number of times… Read more
DIY Tabletop Lazy Susan
A useful and purposeful project that makes a great gift as well. As part of the Handbuilt Holiday series Ana White and I are back with another gift project idea today. We are sharing this DIY tabletop lazy susan than is extremely appropriate for this time of year but also wonderful for any time as… Read more
DIY Countertop Pie Safe
Who doesn’t like pie? Well not everyone but even if you don’t like pie I guarantee you’ll love this countertop pie safe. And what better time to make a pie safe than during the holidays when pie consumption is at an all time high! It’s another Handbuilt Holiday gift project idea from Ana White and… Read more
DIY Wood Star Tray
It’s all about the gift giving and boy that feels good right? Even better when you make the gift! How about a handmade star tray for a beautiful hostess gift? Bring this DIY wood star serving tray filled with yummies to your next holiday party and the hosts will be forever grateful. A DIY tutorial… Read more
Magical Christmas Mantel
Truly it’s all about the magic of the season. So I decided to bring some magic to my mantel. Making a magical Christmas mantel today, let me show you the details. A DIY tutorial to make a magical Christmas mantel including a scrolled wood sign. Make your Christmas magical with a fun sign, mini ornaments… Read more
DIY Play Beauty Box Vanity
Making all the childhood dreams come true these days. It’s another Handbuilt Holiday gift plan from Ana White and me! Today we are sharing this cutie DIY play vanity beauty box. It’s the ultimate gift for any little one who loves playing with make up and beauty products. A DIY tutorial to build a play… Read more
DIY Christmas Tree Skirt for Train
This post about how to make a Christmas tree skirt is sponsored by The Home Depot. You know the classic scene with the model train running around the base of the Christmas tree? I took it up a notch and made a tree skirt precisely for the train tracks under our Christmas tree. And I’m… Read more
DIY Kids Wheelbarrow
Give those kids the gardening bug early on in life with this DIY kids wheelbarrow toy. The perfect kids mini wheelbarrow let’s them imagine all things gardening both outdoors and indoors. A DIY tutorial to build a kids size wheelbarrow. Perfect small size for kids to play in the garden or yard collecting leaves, flowers,… Read more
Glitter Trees Winter Centerpiece
This post about a winter glitter trees centerpiece is sponsored by DecoArt. It’s a glittery winter wonderland coming to life for the holidays! Today’s project making this glitter trees centerpiece is sure to add sparkle to your holiday table. A DIY tutorial to create a winter centerpiece fake cake with glitter painted trees. Paint wood… Read more
DIY Dollhouse
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