Without a doubt, Bedside tables are the most neglected part of a bedroom. If they aren’t covered in a layer of dust or last night’s dinner sauce, they are littered with piles of paper or bits and bobs that don’t really have a home in a bedroom. Lots of people change out their bedroom decor but fail to touch their tables. If you are … [Read more...]
6 Ideas for Landscaping With Natural Elements
The last thing any homeowner wants is an ugly lawn standing out like a sore thumb in the front or backyard. It’s rather unfortunate some of the components that complete a home usually end up distorting it. For example, drainage pipes and ditches that divert water from the foundations of a house usually end up making it look unsightly and mar … [Read more...]
Backyard Climbing Wall for the Kids
Are you ready to give your kids a backyard play place that is more than just swings and a slide? Teach them to be climbers, give them the gift of strength and fearlessness with a play set that doubles as a climbing wall! Garret from Mincing Thoughts decided to put his skills to the test to build his kids a climbing structure that was a rock … [Read more...]
Artsy Antiques! Creating a Faux Galvanized Paint Finish
Antiqued, weathered, distressed, shabby chic, whichever words you use - they all mean the same thing. Not new (looking). Galvanized paint and its effects are one way to get that look. Want to give something a distressed finish but don't have any paint (or rusted metal) handy? Read our DIY strategies below. Galvanized Paint: Fake It Till You … [Read more...]
5 Cool Ideas to Turn Your Garage Into a Game Room
Garages aren’t just for cars and tools, man. For my family, we love to spend time in our own garage game room. After some renovation work, it even became my favorite “domyhomework” place, as I now call it. We added our own insulation, poured some clean concrete, and hung up the electric wires. After installing a window unit AC and putting in a … [Read more...]
Super Simple Floating Shelves
Find out how to make these super simple floating shelves with the help of this tutorial from the team at Shanty 2 Chic. They demonstrate every step of this project in a straight forward and uncomplicated way. All you need to make your own set of shelves is wood, screws and gorilla glue. Honestly it's that easy! Here's what the shelves … [Read more...]
15 Best DIY Bookshelf Ideas
When it comes to bookshelves, there's no doubt they serve two important purposes in your home: The first is pure functionality. They help get things organized, reduce clutter, and give you a sense of peace when you have a place to store and find your things. The second of course is a design purpose. Of course, when you decorate your home, you … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Sliding Barn Door Night Stand
Find out how to make this Sliding Barn Door Night Stand with this easy tutorial from the DIY blog Shanty 2 Chic. All it takes is some plywood, drill, screws, glue and your halfway to having a set of these rustic nightstands for your bedroom. Here's what the nightstand looks like before the rustic doors are attached. For all the … [Read more...]
13 Adorable Toilet Paper Storage Solutions
See if this has ever happened to you before: You are at a friend's house and go to the bathroom. While in there, you notice that there is only 1 square of toilet paper left. And, ahem, you need more than only 1 square. So, you scan the shelves, counters, baskets, cupboards, shower...you search everywhere in hopes of finding a spare … [Read more...]
8 Simple DIY Screen Doors
Summer means it's time to open up the windows and let the fresh air inside! Adding a screen door to your home can help to really let the cross winds flow. I love the country feel of a screen door, and the practicality really can't be beat. Fresh air without bugs is always a win in my book. But have you looked at the price tag of a screen … [Read more...]
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