Where your dream home becomes more than just a mood board. Whether you're here to upcycle a flea market find, tackle a room renovation, or just add a touch of handmade to your space, there's something for everyone. Navigate through the categories, or use the handy search box to find exactly what your creative heart desires. Each post is a treasure trove of tips, tricks, and step-by-step guides, designed to make your DIY journey as seamless as possible. Happy exploring!


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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 […]

It has officially been 1 year since completing my DIY electric fireplace built-in in our living room. I am still loving everything about it and it truly completes our living room space! This post is going to be all about the most asked questions that I have received regarding our built-in fireplace. **This post contains […]

Are you ready to transform your staircase into a stunning focal point of your home? I’ll take you through the step-by-step process of how I revamped our stairs by removing the old tired carpet, adding fresh paint and a new runner! Unlike most, I chose to start this project just days before we had family […]

In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to preserve the beauty of dried flowers by encasing them in crystal-clear epoxy, creating a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. You probably already know this about me, I absolutely adore adding the finishing decorative touches to a freshly transformed space. After I put the final touches on my office, I couldn’t […]

Tools are the heart and soul of any do-it-yourself enthusiast’s toolkit. Whether you’re a seasoned woodworker or just getting started with home improvement projects, the right tools can make all the difference. Join me as I share my most loved DIY tools that have become my trusted companions. In this post, I’ll introduce you to […]

My family and I recently moved across the country and purchased a split-level home. After finishing our kitchen expansion and complete renovation, I set my sights on revamping the cabinet-heavy wet bar space. The goal was to have it seamlessly blended with our freshly updated kitchen. **This post contains affiliate links to products that I […]

Embarking on a DIY journey can be an incredibly rewarding experience, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a complete novice. But where do you begin? In this beginner’s guide, we’ll introduce you to the top 5 essential tools that will kickstart your DIY adventure with confidence! I remember the initial overwhelm I felt when I […]

In this article, I’m going to show you how to make your own simple floating shelves with a modern brass railing. You can use these shelves to elevate any area where you want to put some open storage. If you have been watching along on Instagram stories you would have seen me makeover our wet […]

Do you have a small laundry room that is actually just a closet? Try removing the closet doors to see how much bigger the space feels! That’s exactly what I did…and I knew I couldn’t put the doors back on. Instead, I came up with a way to hide the washer and dryer while keeping […]

Nicole is the powerhouse behind Simply Aligned Home, where she combines her engineering expertise with her creative spirit. Armed with a paintbrush and meticulously crafted plans, she demystifies the often intimidating realm of DIY. Nicole doesn't merely showcase before-and-after transformations; she goes the extra mile to provide readers with in-depth tutorials, engineered schematics, and the occasional behind-the-scenes blooper. Whether you're a DIY novice or an experienced craftsman, Nicole has crafted her content to offer something valuable for everyone.

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