I’ve mentioned my new little love of Briwax (check out my whole kitchen post here), but I thought it would help if I showed you some detail on how it worked. I should also mention that this is NOT a sponsored post; I’ve just loved the product and its results. The kitchen cabinets were in…
Updating a 90s kitchen – WITHOUT Painting Cabinets!
I think the first thing many homeowners think needs to happen with a dated kitchen remodel is a change of cabinets. First, let’s start with a bit of a perspective adjustment… oak or wood cabinets need not be removed or painted. They are trending back in, and that makes it so much easier to update…
Fixer-Upper Inspired X-Light
This light is featured in my Ultimate DIY Lighting Guide, along with other ideas for creating your own lamps and how to work with fixtures. So if you’re a fan of Fixer Upper, I’m sure you’ve seen this house. These lights immediately catch your eye and make a statement in this kitchen. So make your…
Ultimate DIY Lighting Guide: Wood Edition
Lighting often goes overlooked as an easy way to update the look of a room… maybe it’s the cost, since lighting can go as high as the stars price-wise, or maybe it’s a an assumption that you would need to call in an electrician… whatever it is, overlook no more! I’m really excited to bring to…
Flip House Friday: Bathroom Plans
Well, things are coming along at the Skinny House. Slowly but surely! We have a certain neighbor who keeps complaining to the town about our permit, and an inspector who seems to drop by at least every half hour. I was actually mentioning him to my GC when, lo and behold, he drives by. Speak…
Herringbone Mirror
You may remember the herringbone fireplace insert I created (if not, check that out here!) I loved the way it turned out, and it was a lot of fun to do. Fast forward to my bath makeover planning, and I knew I needed something more substantial in the mirror department. And then it clicked; I could…
Interior Shutters
It’s time for another bathroom project! These shutters easily provide privacy when needed, but can still stay open and let in the light. These are super easy to make, especially with proper planning. Take a good look at your window and trim, and take a trip to the hardware store to look at hinges….
Herringbone Fireplace Insert – and a Happy Accident
Boy does it feel good to cross a project off the list when it’s been there for a year! I mean really, it wasn’t even hard, but it just kept getting pushed back. I planned this last November when I made my faux fireplace surround (check out the plans for that here) and needed to…
A Plaid Farmhouse Christmas
Who isn’t having a love affair with plaid and buffalo check, especially for Christmas! Here are some of my favorite plaid and farmhouse finds. What are yours? one | two | three | four | five |six | seven | eight | nine | ten | eleven -Marianne This post contains affiliate links which cost you nothing but may give me a small…
10 Minute Raw Edge Wood Tray
I picked up these beautiful cutting boards one day knowing they could make an easy tray. I then grabbed some galvanized hardware that I de-glossed and aged a bit, then assembled the tray in less than 10 minutes! Supplies: 2 pulls – I used these vinegar if you wish to age the pulls mending…