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I feel like I find inspiration for new projects everywhere I go. When I was on a business trip recently, I was having breakfast in the hotel lobby with my coworkers when I noticed these amazing planters. I didn’t want to forget what they liked like, so I very discretely went to take a picture…and […]

Functional home decor is the best…especially when you are a busy family! I am a huge fan of large pieces of decor that not only makes a statement, but also makes life easier. This DIY weekly chalkboard calendar was the best addition to our mudroom! **This post contains affiliate links to products that I recommend. […]

Want to add some greenery to your door or walls without the bulkiness of a traditional wreath?! Try making this simple modern wreath! It adds the perfect amount of character to any space without being overwhelming. I absolutely love the clean design of the wire ring with the warmth of the greenery! I have moved […]

Have you ever spent way too much time working on a project for it to not turn out the way you hoped?! That’s exactly what how this wood slat accent found a home on my custom coffee bar. I entered the Furniture Flip Challenge hosted by The Builders Challenge and Do It Yourself Magazine with […]

I love coming up with simple design plans for my projects that end up turning into something so much more incredible than I imagined! The entryway of my house is a wide and shallow room that makes it difficult to decorate while not impacting the flow through the room. I used to have an older […]

Ever have a crazy idea that would be so practical if it actually worked?! That’s how this coffee bar all started! I entered the Furniture Flip Challenge hosted by The Builders Challenge and Do It Yourself Magazine with an old chest and a crazy idea. The exterior transformation of the chest was a long and […]

It seems like concrete projects are super popular right now. Concrete counter tops were the first of the trend and now concrete bowls and decor have become super popular! Instead of using concrete, I have been using mortar that was left over from our bathroom expansion. I recently saw concrete rings and decided to give […]

A lot of my projects start when I see an object or space that I want to put to better use. As I was cleaning up my garage the other day, I found a broomstick that had been thrown in my scrap materials pile. Since all things baby have been on my mind lately, and […]

Like many DIYer’s, my workspace is my garage. I am fortunate enough to have a large space, but with more space comes more junk. It never fails that we fill every inch of our garage with stuff…whether its toys, yard equipment or materials. I finally decided to get my space in order. Here is how […]

A few weeks ago, I created a shiplap sign. I had the intention of making another one and hanging them above each of my boys’ beds. I absolutely love how they turned out, but they ended up being petty heavy. I am super careful about hanging things above my kids’ beds and I just wasn’t […]

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