If you know me, you know I am a big fan of bling. Glitter spray paint just makes me happy. Cassie from Hi Sugarplum shows just how magical glitter spray paint is with these beautiful white and gold ornaments inspired by designer Kate Spade. They are so simple to make too! Cassie used painter’s tape and paper reinforcement stickers to create her … [Read more...]
Junk Metal Pulley Lamp
There is no question that Donna of Funky Junk Interiors lives up to her blog’s name. She has an amazing knack for taking legitimate junk and making it funky and fun and just plain awesome! With the help of an artist/welding friend, Donna created this crazy cool, functioning lamp out of a collection of metal odds and ends. I don’t think … [Read more...]
7 Important Benefits of Pressure Washing Your House Often
What's more aesthetically pleasing than a house that never seems to gather a spec of dirt on it? Nothing comes to mind. Now... what if your house could be that house? The one that looks brand-spanking-new thanks to the occasional upkeep you place on it. One of the best ways to help your home keep its shine is by pressure washing it every so … [Read more...]
Harnessing of Renewable Energy Sources by New Mexico
New Mexico has the distinction of having the oldest capital city in the United States, Santa Fe. This city is the fourth largest in the state, and it was established in 1610. Aside from the vibrant arts scene, Game of Thrones fans know the city quite well, as author George RR Martin lives there. Most of the state’s economy is dependent on … [Read more...]
Help! I’m Hosting A BBQ Party, What Should I Do?
Summer or at any time of the year, BBQ parties are the bomb! It’s the best time to get together and celebrate outdoors with some music, eats, and booze that spells divine. While a BBQ party might be a little more interesting when unplanned, a lot of spectacular things happen when you decide to plan ahead and make barbecue parties memorable for … [Read more...]
Module & Clever Kitchen Storage Shelves
Would you love to incorporate additional storage into your kitchen or dining area but lack the floor space for a buffet or sideboard? Try looking to your walls for more storage instead! Corey from Sawdust 2 Stitches shares not one but four sets of building plans for this modular storage system inspired by Pottery Barn. The clever design … [Read more...]
Is Your Light Switch Not Working? 5 Common Reasons That May Happen
Did you know that wiring issues and other electrical problems are some of the most common contributors to home fires? Did you also know that one of the most common signs that you're dealing with an electrical situation is a malfunctioning light switch? If you want to keep your home and your family safe from potential fires, you need to make … [Read more...]
Emergency Power Supply for Your Home: 5 Good Options
If you think that the power is going out a little more often than it used to, you might be right. The most common cause of a power outage is the weather. Weather events are much stronger and have a greater impact on the power infrastructure than they used to. Plus, there’s a greater reliance on electrical power for work and play. We … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Finding Air Conditioning Contractors in Dallas, TX
If your HVAC system malfunctions or underperforms, you need to hire a reputable air conditioning contractor in Dallas, TX. Air conditioning contractors repair or replace cooling, heating, or ventilation components of the unit. Also, they take care of the general maintenance of the air conditioning system. However, finding the right air … [Read more...]
9 Unique Spaces You Will Find in an Old House Interior
While it's easy to be drawn into new-age technologies and modern architectural design, there's something about old homes that leave you enchanted. However, over decades of modernization and learning how to build things more efficiently, homes aren't built with the same level as charm as they once were. There are certainly architectural … [Read more...]