As a mom of two little ones (ages 2 and 4), I’m always looking for ways to keep toys organized and playtime fun. Our favorite toys lately? Duplo blocks! But as much as I love seeing their creativity, stepping on stray blocks? Not so much. Enter my latest weekend project: a DIY kids Lego table…
DIY Projects
Board and Batten Wall Ideas: What I’ve Learned While Planning My Entryway Accent Wall
Moving into our new house has been so much fun – and a bit overwhelming! I’ve been doing a lot of DIY projects to make our space feel like home, and one of my big upcoming projects is adding a board and batten accent wall in our entryway. There’s just something about that timeless, clean…
DIY Mantel with Storage: How I Built a Wooden Mantel for My Manufactured Fireplace
Hey everyone! Moving into a new house has definitely sparked my love for DIY projects, especially when it comes to creating a cozy vibe around the fireplace. As a stay-at-home mom of two, I wanted a functional and stylish solution, so I decided to take on a project I’d never tried before: building a DIY…
10 Must Have Tools: Beginner Tool Kit Essentials For DIY Projects
Hey friends! I can’t believe it’s already been a year since we moved into our new home and I dove headfirst into the world of DIY. As a stay-at-home mom of two, I was totally new to DIY projects, but after refinishing furniture, installing a fireplace, and even creating our own entertainment center, I’ve learned…
How to Build a Fireplace the Easy Way: Manufactured Fireplace!
If you’ve ever wondered how to build a fireplace without all the hassle and heavy lifting, this post is for you! I recently upgraded our living room with a Wayfair fireplace, and let me tell you—it was so easy! I used the Gregry 43.31” W Electric Fireplace from Wayfair for $369.99, and with just a…
DIY Plant Stand: A Stylish Solution for Dog Food Storage!
I love a good DIY project, especially when it combines style and functionality. Recently, I saw people painting vases to give them that cool, stone-like texture, and it got me thinking… why not try that with my plastic dog food container? With a little creativity, I turned a basic dog food storage bin into a…
How to Stain Furniture: 10 Tips I Wish I Knew When I Started!
So, I’ve recently fallen in love with refinishing furniture. It all started with a thrifted dining table, and now, I’ve become that mom who’s constantly rearranging and restaining everything in sight. Staining wood gives new life to old pieces, but as someone who’s just learning how to stain furniture, I’ve had a few learning curves…
How to Refinish Dining Chairs: Painted Black for a Gothic Farmhouse Look!
I love a good furniture flip, and when I found these dining chairs on Offer Up for just $10 each, I knew I had to snatch them up! They had potential but needed a major makeover to fit the vibe I wanted. So, I decided to paint them black for a gothic farmhouse look, and…
How To Reupholster A Dining Chair Cushion: It Was Easy!
Hey, friends! I’m so excited to share one of my latest DIY projects with you—how to reupholster a dining chair cushion! I recently scored a set of five solid wood dining chairs from Offer Up. They were an absolute steal, and the structure was perfect, but the cushions… not so much. The fabric was soiled…
DIY Dining Table Refinishing: How I Removed Red Tones!
When I first found my dining table, I fell in love with its shape and sturdy design. However, the red tones in the stain didn’t quite match the neutral palette I wanted in my home. I knew a refinishing project was in my future, so I dove into DIY dining table refinishing research to transform…