Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Own Slim DIY Shelves
Short on storage? This easy DIY project shows you how to create narrow shelves that fit even the tightest spacesLook what I found at a yard sale.Seriously.And there were two of them for $80.In all my yard sale years I’ve never seen anything like them.I had walked the entire yard sale twice and was heading to my car to leave...
Transforming a Closet Into a Cozy Guest Room: Smart Space-Saving Tips
Have an unused closet? With a little creativity, you can turn that forgotten space into a cozy guest room your visitors will loveRemember this blue and white office space?You can see the before and after here.If you came for a tour of our house you’d see this room right inside the back door. Yep. You just walk in the room...
DIY Accent Wall Ideas to Instantly Elevate Your Room Design
An accent wall can completely change a room’s vibe—no expensive remodel needed. Here are 10 easy and creative DIY ideas you can try this weekendLooking for DIY Accent Wall Ideas to makeover spaces in your home? Here are 10 creative ideas to make your accent walls stand out.I can still remember when we moved into our student housing apartment at...
Is Farmhouse Style Still Trendy or Officially Outdated?
Instead of opening with a personal anecdote or opinion, begin with a question or statement that matches the user's search intent, such as:“Farmhouse decor has been a household favorite for over a decade — but is it still on-trend in 2025?”First of all, before I write this post, I have to say something.That bench needs to be scooted two inches...
The Genius Outdoor Planter Hack That Fixed My Backyard Issue
My backyard had an awkward, unused corner—until I found the perfect planter that completely transformed the spaceHello, front porch.Your Diplandenias are growing taller than a Texas tumbleweed.Summer is here and it is HOT.Of course, it is. It’s Texas. I’m not sure why I’m surprised every year when the 100-degree temperatures roll in.And when all that hot shows up?Trying to keep...
Top Bedding Combos I Love—and Where to Buy Them Online
“Creating a dreamy bedroom starts with the perfect bedding combo. Here are my go-to sets that never fail to impress—soft, stylish, and easy to find.”Looking for some fun bedding combinations? I’m taking the same bedding elements and combining them in different ways for tons of options.I love my bed.Truth?My bed has to be made every day. If I leave the...
The Easiest Way to Clean Outdoor Cushions and Make Them Look New Again
Tired of grimy, weather-stained patio cushions? With this simple cleaning method, your outdoor space will feel fresh and inviting again.It’s that time of year—the time for stinky dirty couch cushions to be cleaned. Here’s my best tip for cleaning outdoor cushions.This is one of the outdoor cushions from the outdoor entertaining area under the pergola.What color do you think it...
DIY Guide: Create a Stunning Accent Wall with Reclaimed Shutters
Looking to add character to a bland room? A shutter wall brings instant texture and charm using affordable, reclaimed materialsWant to add some character to a room in your home? Here’s how to build a shutter wall to change the look of your home.Just in case no one else mentioned it today?You. Are. Amazing.I LOVED reading the comments from yesterday...
9 Smart Ideas to Make the Most of Unused Corners in Your Home
Got empty corners or odd nooks that serve no purpose? With a little creativity, you can turn them into stylish and functional spacesLooking for ways to repurpose underused space? From Murphy bed DIY to turning bookcases into built-ins, here are 9 creative projects to help your spaces live large.I thought our first home was space challenged.And then?I watched CBS Sunday...
Transform Your Living Room: A Step-by-Step Guide to Painting Your Fireplace
Tired of your outdated fireplace dragging down your living room style? A little paint might be all you need.Wondering how to paint a fireplace? It’s so much easier than it sounds. Here’s the step-by-step on how to transform a fireplace with paint.Remember this office from before?It was a neutral room with neutral walls and neutral furnishings and neutral accessories……and a...