A Duvet Cover for Heavy Duty Use
Our bed sees tons of action. Between the solid eight hours of sleep my hubby and I put in there every night, and the three littles jumping on it almost daily, it’s got a really …
Written by: Amy
Decor
Which Paint Sheen is Right for You
Nothing can change the appearance of your walls like a toddler with a permanent marker. If this has ever happened to you, you may have found yourself desperately gawking at a selection of paint colors …
Written by: Amy
Decor, DIY Discussion, Green, How To, Woodworking
Upcycled DIY Pallet Coffee Table – Bring On The Cocktails!
In case you haven’t noticed, there’s a pallet reuse movement afoot. Never one to be left out of the latest fad I decided to grab a few pallets and build myself a “rustic industrial” coffee …
Written by: Karen
From Prehistoric to Mod – How to Revamp a Computer Cabinet
Once upon a time, dinosaurs roamed the earth. Millions of years later, computers the size of dinosaurs appeared on the scene. To contain these beasts, huge cupboards lurked in homes everywhere. With the supersized computers …
Written by: Amy
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, You Need a Little Overhaul – How to Frame a Mirror
I’ve been on a home improvement kick for awhile now. And lately, the mirror in our guest bathroom has been silently begging for my attention even though I have never once asked it for advice …
Written by: Amy
Decor, How To, Windows & Doors
DIY Roman Blinds – Not Just for Fancy Pants Anymore
If “Roman blinds” sound overly lavish to you, it’s time to emerge from behind the bed sheet that is doubling as your current window covering. Roman blinds CAN look like they cost a million dollars. …
Written by: Amy
Ikea Hacking – How to Build a Window Seat With Stock IKEA Cabinetry
I think my children and I are part feline. We love to stretch out on the floor in the sunshine. Or better yet, we love to find a nice little perch and just curl up. …
Written by: Amy
Create A Bed Murphy Bed Kit Review
As a kid, I was fascinated with Murphy beds. A bed that folds up into the wall! Amazing! It just made so much sense…not to mention it looked totally FUN! In reality, I had only …
Written by: Rich
Decor, How To, Painting, Restoration
Kitchen Table Facelift – Refinishing with Chalk Paint
I’m not one who will ever lift, nip, or tuck any part of my own person. However, I have been known to use the above mentioned methods to recreate my furniture. One of the simplest …
Written by: Amy
How to Create a Dog-Friendly Breakfast Nook
As a remodeling contractor and custom cabinet maker, I have had the good fortune to work with a lot of interesting clients over the last 30 years. I have come to realize that some of …
Written by: Rich