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In this article, I will demonstrate a fast and simple method for concealing plywood edges with edge banding! I often receive numerous inquiries from people seeking help on the application of edge banding to plywood. This is a process that I have used in many of my projects. I’m excited to share my insights on […]

The moment I laid eyes on our window bench in the new house, I realized that the outdated carpet had to be replaced. After visiting a friend of mine and seeing how she had her bench all lined with plants, it inspired me to transform mine! I came to the decision, it was time to […]

In this blog post, we will get into the step-by-step process of revamping our bedroom space with IKEA Pax units. I am back at it again with another amazing IKEA Pax System hack! For those of you joining me for the first time, I really enjoy transforming IKEA furniture into unique, customized pieces that perfectly […]

I’m going to share how I took my son’s room from plain to playful! Since moving in a year ago, all that I had done in our son’s room was paint the walls. The room featured mismatched furniture, and upon closer inspection after the initial paint job, I discovered that some of the walls had […]

In this article I will be sharing a quick and simple DIY textured wall art anyone can build! You don’t always need elaborate projects to make a statement. Sometimes, a simple project is therapeutic for the soul. If you follow me over on Instagram you would have seen that recently I shared that my contractor […]

If you’ve ever dreamt of cultivating your own fresh herbs at home, you’re in for a treat. In this blog post, I’ll guide you through the exciting journey of building your very own DIY herb planter. I have always wanted a kitchen herb garden. Following a substantial kitchen renovation, I finally acquired the ideal counter […]

Are you tired of your outdated brick fireplace but don’t want to break the bank with a costly renovation? I’ll show you how to transform your fireplace into a stunning focal point for your home with just a few simple and budget-friendly steps. As soon as we moved into our new home, I had the […]

Seizing the opportunity, I decided to embark on an IKEA Pax unit hack. My vision for the space leaned towards a mid-century modern aesthetic, and after some research and experimentation, I discovered an ideal solution to bring that style to life! **This post contains affiliate links to products that I used or recommend. If you […]

Are you looking to add a touch of personalization and creativity to your home while maximizing your storage space? If so, then this DIY IKEA hack using Billy bookcases might just be the project for you. Upon settling into our new home last year and completing a kitchen renovation, it quickly became evident that my […]

In this article I am going to share my favorite go-to stain combination for red oak and spill the secrets on how to achieve that perfect finish by minimizing the overpowering red tones. One of my most asked questions is, how do you stain your red oak? Since moving across the country and into a […]

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