When adding shelves to your home, the choices on the market usually include some type of bracket that bears the look of an old Victorian home or modern garage. The current trend of using galvanized pipe in decorating seems to be inspiring the modern farmhouse decor. Lynette, from Cleverly Simple, used galvanized pipe in a shelving project for her … [Read more...]
Stunning Addition Striped Drapes
Do you know the difference between drapes and curtains? About $2000. Seriously though, custom draperies can be expensive. Sarah from The Yellow Cape Cod shows us in her tutorial how to add an inexpensive, yet striking, pair of curtains to a simple window. With her Heat and Bond tape, black fabric, gros grain ribbon, and an iron, she added … [Read more...]
6 Insanely Easy Steps to Building a Bed Frame Out of Pallets
When our son outgrew his toddler bed we went shopping for the perfect bed frame for him to transition into. The problem we had with the store-bought frames was that they were all so high off the ground. Our son is not a quiet sleeper by any means. With all of the rolling and flipping around that he does in his sleep, we were definitely concerned … [Read more...]
At Once Decorative and Practical Outdoor Curtains
Once you have your comfortable seating, pillows, and tables outdoors, it is time to think about adding curtains. Curtains have several benefits. They prevent sun damage to your outdoor cushions, help keep the rain off, and can keep you several degrees cooler in that area. One way to keep the costs low is to design your own. A sewing machine and a … [Read more...]
Build a Rustic Wood Lantern in an Hour!
Amy of Amy Krist created a rustic wood lantern in just an hour using materials she scrounged up in the garage. Amy used redwood and left it unfinished so it’ll weather beautifully over time. She even put an old paint can handle to use for the wire handle. Love Amy’s resourcefulness, and the finished product is lovely! Amy was inspired by the … [Read more...]
Modern Essential Bathroom Mirrors
A bathroom mirror does not have to be bland, and it certainly does not need to be boring. Tricia from Simplicity in the South decided to take action. After seeing the mirror she wanted on the restoration hardware website she knew she could make her own. I found out the rounded rectangle mirror that kept popping up in my search was … [Read more...]
5 DIY Desks That Any Office Would Be Proud to Have
1. Pottery Barn Inspired Corner Desk For this Pottery Barn inspired project, you will need a corner desk and a pair of wooden file cabinets. Remove all of the hardware and the legs from the desk and paint the top of the desk. Paint the cabinets to match and add braces to the desk using metal plates and banister inserts. SEE ALSO: … [Read more...]
Decorative and Practical Crate Coffee Table
Is your living room lacking storage capability? Do you have blankets for winter that need a a home in the summer? Creatively adding storage does not need to have the look of a cold and sterile environment. This decorative and practical crate storage coffee table from Amy, at Her Tool Belt, will add warmth and style to your living area. This … [Read more...]
Powerfully Built Console Table
Do you have a modern farmhouse decor and need a table to hold treasured items? Amy, from Her Tool Belt has a perfect solution that is sturdy because it is made from 2 x 4's. The secret to this project is to take your time by measuring twice and cutting once. With so many pieces to cut, you will want to label each board to stay organized. … [Read more...]
Step up your Fall Decor: with DIY and Dogs
Like pretty much everyone else, you’re more than a little bit excited to gear up for fall, deck out your house, and take advantage of all the delights that this season has to offer. What you’re likely not excited for? The hassle and cleanup that can go along with autumn activity--enter: your pup. Your four-legged love gives you an excuse to use up … [Read more...]