"diy" Post Archive

Did You Just Ruin It?! The Creative Process.

Did You Just Ruin It?! The Creative Process.

The creative process is one that doesn't always go as planned.  That was the case with this cedar chest makeover.  I thought at one point I had just about ruined it, but I kept going and changed the direction and I have to say, I love how it came out. I wanted to share the thought process behind this makeover,... Read More
DIY Outdoor Coffee Table

DIY Outdoor Coffee Table

My neighbors build a beautiful new deck last summer, but couldn't find the right coffee table to fit the space.  So, I built one! I love building furniture, it's a process for sure - and I have a lot to learn, but building something from a few pieces of wood is immensely gratifying.  This DIY outdoor coffee table didn't... Read More
Reclaimed Wood Desk {The EASY Way}

Reclaimed Wood Desk {The EASY Way}

Today's project is an unusual twist on a reclaimed wood desk.  I don't know about you, but when I think of rustic, reclaimed wood furniture I think of piece with a ton of texture, but that's really hard to work with and not all that practical for creating furniture with.  BUT this has to be the easiest reclaimed wood... Read More
Peel & Stick Barn Wood Strips

Peel & Stick Barn Wood Strips

We are chugging along room by room here in the house, and exciting news - I only have 3 more rooms to paint!! I think I'm going to throw a party when I'm done painting all this oak trim white. This time it's my son's room.  I told each kid we needed to do a summer purge, and along with... Read More
Easy Board and Batten | A Bathroom Makeover

Easy Board and Batten | A Bathroom Makeover

This is the guest bathroom in our home.  Our 3 kids share the bathroom, it's a small mauve cave with no natural light and the builder grade orange oak trim and cabinets the rest of the house had.  I don't know what took me so long to get around to doing the bathroom.  No one seemed to care that... Read More