Paint Guide For Your Whole Home
Paint is a tough decision for many people. Today I’m sharing my paint color palette including photos and links to…
How to Whitewash Terra Cotta Pots
Whitewashing is such a classic, time-worn look and looks great every season. You’ll spot whitewashed finishes in almost every decor…
$95 Kitchen Cabinet Makeover
$95 Kitchen Refresh With Paint At the time I posted this, our kitchen “remodel” (aka: paint supplies) cost $95! Now…
Stairwell Wall Makeover with Magnolia Wallpaper
Stairwell walls can be tricky to upgrade since they consist of awkward angles, tall ceilings and are often a heavy…
How To Repurpose Anything!
A question I’m asked often is “how do I learn to repurpose items for my home?” Reimagining old items as…
“Why Pay More” Decorating Series
Elegant decor is attainable for all budgets when you teach yourself how (and where) to look for bargains. Today I’m…
How to Paint Stair Railings
Painted stair railings instantly upgrades your home’s aesthetic and adds significant value. I have painted stair railings in two of…
Black Interior Doors: BEST Paints to Use
Black interior doors are an eye-catching upgrade for your home. However, choosing the right paint is so important! We sold…
DIY Wainscoting Step-By-Step Guide!
Wainscoting is my favorite architectural element in a home. Whether you are building a new home or in the market…
6 Tips: How To Prioritize Your Home Improvement Projects
It was around this time of year several years ago that I had just torn down my holiday decor and…
Vintage Mirror Gallery Wall
Vintage mirror gallery walls add vintage charm along with much-needed sparkle and light in our kitchen. I added sprays of…
Make a Wood Frame Without Power Tools
A sneaky way to create a wood frame without purchasing wood or power tools! Use an existing canvas. Remove the…
DIY Large Wall Art Using a Tapestry
Large scale wall art can be difficult to source at a reasonable price. In this tutorial I’ll share how to…
Basement Craft Room Update!
Accent walls are an easy, eye-catching project that enhances your interior spaces. We are huge fans of the “wow” factor…
Cutting Board Makeover (Video!)
Transform plain wood cutting boards into beautiful vintage-inspired kitchen decor in less than 30 minutes. Distressing techniques include beating up…
Stenciled Vintage Tea Towels
Get silkscreen-like results (at home!) using my favorite materials, source links all provided below. Watch my premier video on Hometalk…
Family Room Before & After
Today I thought I’d share our family room before and after photos and a progress update! Our house is very…
Weathered Gray Cherry Table Makeover
A red cherry table turned driftwood gray using a reactive stain finish! Reactive stains cause a chemical reaction in wood,…
$15 Thrifted Mirror Makeover
Thrifted home decor has become a part of the “norm” in our house. If I tell my friends that some…
DIY Painted Mugs That Are Dishwasher-Friendly
Using dollar store mugs and my new ceramic paints, I’ve been testing out a few techniques to create PERMANENT mug…
Large Canvas Art Using a Shower Curtain
Large-scale wall art can be SO expensive! Years ago we figured out a trick — shower curtains can also double…