We’ve been homeschooling for two years now and the kids and I have been sharing two small desks with very little storage. Our homeschool books and supplies are everywhere- in a few bins meant for toys, in two bookcases, in a too-small organizer I bought from TJ Maxx. And I’ve never been super pleased with…
When we first moved into our 1970s tri-level home, one of the first things I noticed was the dark and dreary upstairs hallway. The drab paint color and lack of natural light made the space feel narrow and boring. The adjacent rooms all have plenty of natural light, but there are no windows in the…
After we finished our DIY Window Seat (using an IKEA hack!) in our mudroom/laundry area, I turned my attention to the wall opposite the window to find ways to create new and attractive storage. I created a half wall board and batten (dupe!) that is now an awesome drop zone for our family! I’m not…
Tips for an Easy Kitchen Backsplash Makeover A few years ago, I decided to tackle an easy kitchen backsplash makeover in our previous kitchen. The existing tiles on the old backsplash were dark, outdated and not our personal style. What I ended up with was a new backsplash that made a huge difference, AND that…
We have an outdoor space right off of our walkout basement that was rarely used and needed a serious makeover. It was basically just a plain concrete slab patio that had our HVAC unit and little else. With warm weather around the corner, I wanted to get it into good shape for adding a seating area and enough space to add a new…
Our butcher block countertops are less than two years old, and we’ve re-sealed them a few times already. They get a normal amount of use in our kitchen, and we want to keep them looking as good as new for as long as possible! If I’m being honest, I don’t know that I would choose…
Choosing a Budget-Friendly Pool, and Upgrading Your Surroundings You want to find a way to put a swimming pool in your backyard, without spending a lot of money or creating an unattractive eye sore, right? We’ve been there- a few times. That’s why we’re sharing our above ground pool ideas on a budget. *When you…
Budget DIY Basement Makeover: A Fun & Affordable Kids Space Looking to start a budget-friendly basement makeover and need ideas? Check out how we completed our budget DIY basement makeover, going from an uninspired and underutilized master bedroom to a fun and cozy space for our kids. Our basement, the lower level of our split-level home, used…
I get so excited about a good thrifted find, and this old cabinet turned DIY coffee bar that I found on Facebook Marketplace is no exception. What I really liked about it was that it was already painted a color I liked, and I love the dark wood top. Originally, I was looking for a…
We just finished up another project, this time adding a window seat with storage to our bay window. I am enormously pleased with how it turned out! It was one of those DIY projects that we thought about doing for a while, but it just wasn’t a priority. But now that its done, I wonder…
Looking into building an above ground pool deck for your backyard? Now is the time to start planning your deck, with summer right around the corner! Whether you’re looking to build a small platform or take on a huge project like ours, these steps will help guide you with your above ground pool deck build….
Our Detached garage makeover, before and after. *When you buy something from our affiliate links, we may make a small commission — but it never affects your price or what we recommend. We have been updating our home for the past year and a half, and there is still so much to do. With converting our…