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DIY Headboard! FLUTED WOOD TUTORIAL!

Here's how to create a faux fluted wood look! ON A BUDGET! I'm so excited to share our DIY fluted wood headboard on a budget USING a cake spreader and some joint compound! I had this crazy idea after seeing a cake decorating video on Instagram and decided to try...

DIY contact paper countertops

Transform Your Ugly Old Granite Countertops with Contact Paper! Are your ugly granite countertops needing an update and you have no budget for new ones? Don't worry; you're not alone! Here's how to DIY contact paper countertops for only $100 ! WHY CONTACT PAPER!?...

DIY Concrete Tile Backsplash: Zellige Tile Inspired!

DIY Zellige-Inspired Tiles! Hi, Everyone welcome to part 2 of our kitchen budget makeover. If you missed it our last project was repainting our kitchen cabinets to look like wood. Today were sharing how we made tiles from concrete and installed them! Handmade...

The Ultimate Tea Sandwich Recipe: A Delicious Twist on Tradition!

Tea Sandwiches , Christmas Appetizer, Finger Foods for your party! Hey there, friends! I don't like spending long hours in the kitchen so today I'm sharing our family favorite go to quick tea sandwich recipe! This is perfect for a quick lunch, Christmas party,...

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Effortless Paint Removal

Sep 20, 2023

Effortless Paint Removal: Using Citri Strip as a Safe Option for Your DIY Project" Are you tired of staring at that old, peeling paint on your granite surfaces, or wood surfaces? Whether it's a countertop or wood cabinets paint removal can be a daunting task. But fear...

DIY Hedge Hog Ornament From Pinecones

by [email protected] | Nov 30, 2020 | All Projects, Blog, Christmas, Crafts, Holidays, Kids Crafts

Hi Everyone, meet Mr.Spikes. He's cute and fluffy and loves to hang out on our Christmas tree. Today I'll be sharing how to make your own mini hedge hog ornament from pinecones . Time needed: About 20 minutes. Supplies: Tiny piece of white faux fur Pine cone...

DIY Wood Stars From Clothespins

by [email protected] | Nov 25, 2020 | All Projects, Blog, Christmas, Crafts, Holidays, Upcycle, Wood Projects

Hi Everyone, If you've missed me on instagram last week I announced that I'd be doing a series of 10 Christmas DIYs and sharing them one day at a time. All these DIYs will be fairly easy and simple to make so if you're a beginner to DIYs I got you covered😉....

How to make a wreath | With Leather – Minimalist Style

by [email protected] | Nov 18, 2020 | All Projects, Blog, Christmas, Decorating, Most Popular

I love minimal decor. It's timeless and always has touches of nature. You'll usually see lots of wood elements, natural textures and neutral colors with white used as the main color. Last week I was on the hunt for the perfect Scandinavian wreath...

DIY Candle Holders With Sugru Modable Glue

by [email protected] | Nov 12, 2020 | All Projects, Blog, Christmas, Crafts, Decorating, Most Popular

"This post is sponsored by sugru. All opinions are my own. " A few weeks ago I got a special package in the mail. If you're not familiar with sugru moldable glue that can be formed into any shaped an once it sets usually about 24 hours. It's permanent. I love this...