How to Build an Easy DIY Couch Armrest Table Tray
Step by step on how to build a DIY couch table tray to perfectly fit your sofa arm (and add scallops, if you like!)
DIY Ottoman – How to Make an Upholstered Ottoman
A few years ago I made myself an easy upholstered DIY ottoman for a coffee table to fit inside my U-shaped sectional. At the time, I chose a bold blue Ikat fabric (with a tufted top) to tie into a stencilled accent wall I was creating. A few years later, I painted my basement a…
DIY Window Panes
I’m always looking for ways to add character and charm to my home and make the style of my house fit my personal style a little bit better. The one thing we love about our home is all the windows, this house is drenched in sunshine, especially in the latter half of the day. However,…
DIY Frame for a TV
When I told my family I was going to make a DIY frame for our TV, they thought I was nuts. However, I showed them that this in fact was not a unique idea. That in fact, they do sell such a thing for the Samsung Frame TV, and that such a thing is quite…
DIY Dowel Curtain Rod with Gold Brackets and End Caps
When I shared my new dining room curtains, I got quite a few questions about my DIY dowel curtain rod. And truthfully, I get questions about it every time I show a glimpse of them. And I get it because honestly, there is a lack of good curtain rods on the market that aren’t super…
DIY Pinch Pleat Curtains
Have you ever lusted over those gorgeous custom curtains with perfectly tailored pleats, and thought that it was a high-end look something you could never afford to do? Yeah, me too. It turns out, if you are willing to do a little modifying, you can turn that off-the-rack pair of Ikea curtains (or any other…
How to Plan and Install Box Trim Moulding
Detailed Tutorial on how to plan out and install box trim moulding
Living Room Reveal!
It has been a long process but I’m happy to report that we officially have TWO totally complete rooms in the house. I’ve been working hard on the finishing details (curtains, art, styling!) for the past couple of weeks and I’m finally ready to call the living room done! Before Photos Before we get into…
A Gallery Wall Using Public Domain Art
There has been a lot of chatter about print shops lately and it has made me really consider the source of my art a lot more. I have been guilty of perusing Etsy and doing a quick and dirty digital download for a few dollars without giving much thought to the artist who created it. …
DIY Electric Fireplace
We built a fireplace! Where there wasn’t one before! And because it’s electric, it’s something you could add anywhere to any room to create a little warmth and design interest. Read on to find out how we did it DIY’ed this built-in electric fireplace! The Antique Mantel This fireplace has a little backstory and I…