Dr. Kim John Payne, M. ED of Simplicity Parenting said, ‘An avalanche of toys invites emotional disconnect and a sense of overwhelm.’ And he was right. The last thing most parents want to deal with at the end of a busy day is heaps of toys strewn all over the living room floor, as well as your other chores. Apart from littering the whole area, toys … [Read more...]
Emerson Buffet Table
Love the look of reclaimed wood but do not have a place to get it? Have no fear. The self proclaimed Anika from Anika's DIY Life has put together a step by step layout on how to construct this buffet masterpiece without using reclaimed wood. Anika broke down the steps with great pictures and even helpful tips, such as, staining all the pieces first … [Read more...]
Rustic Farmhouse Table and Bench
For those of us who are visual learners, reading a post on how to build some complex piece of furniture might be great but not informative enough to really get into building our own. Fortunately many creative and handy folks have taken to youtube to share their secrets to building some amazing pieces! Tim from Into The Dirtshop has built this … [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 the b … [Read more...]
11 Simple DIY Shelves
When is the last time you went shopping for a new shelf at the store only to find a lot of cheaply made boring looking shelves or top dollar prices on the real wood shelves at the thrift store? If you have just a few tools, a minimal set of skills, and a wild imagination, you can create the perfect shelf for just pennies on the dollar. 1. … [Read more...]
12 DIY Doors That You Can Make Today
Doors mark a welcome entry into your home, and a bring cozy send-off as visitors leave your house. They offer privacy to your serene bedroom retreat, and separation one children's room from another. They hide our cluttered closets, and sometimes reveal a sliver of sunshine. Screen doors allow a cool breeze to flow in, and half door keeps babies and … [Read more...]
Learn How To Make This Modern Dresser With Attached Bookshelf
Making furniture can be a hard and often takes another level of skill to achieve the perfect finish. Well this tutorial from Pneumatic Addict Furniture offers expert guidance for making this modern dresser with attached bookshelf to an expert level. Their tutorial includes lots of images and diagrams to give you the best chance of succeeding. So wha … [Read more...]
DIY Pallet Letter
I have found another pallet project on Pinterest! Have you seen the Pallet Letter from Thistlewood Farm? She has a great tutorial on how to make one. I decided to use her letter as an inspiration. I was making a letter L, so I did a “lazy” version of it. SEE ALSO: Industrial Wood Letters with Metal Trim Easy DIY Chrome Wall Letters … [Read more...]
Recycled Wine Cork Rug
Whether you are a wine lover or work at a restaurant, you might have a collection of wine corks you aren't sure what to do with. What about a bath mat or kitchen rug? This tutorial comes from Crafty Nest, and with just a little bit of elbow grease, you can make one yourself. Make sure you measure the space that you need so you don't end up with a … [Read more...]
DIY Home Automation Projects to Get Started With Your Smart Home
Home automation is showing us that there is a lot to be said for being able to control aspects of our own homes from a remote area, or even from right outside, simply by pressing a few buttons on our smartphones. From being able to unlock the door for someone coming over (fewer keys to be stolen or lost), to being able to have a nice hot bath when … [Read more...]
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