The last couple weeks I've shared our Master Bedroom Reveal. Part one and Part two. Today, I'm wrapping up this space with a big red bow! Sad to be leaving this makeover but excited to move onto the next space. Stay tune next Thursday for where we're heading next. I've gotten a lot of questions about links to many of the decor items in my master bedroom reveal and as promised, today I'm sharing ... continue reading...
Our Beautiful Master Bedroom Reveal-Get the Look and the Links
Easily Update Garage Doors to Carriage Doors for Instant Curb Appeal
One of the best updates we made to the exterior of our home was transforming our current garage doors to carriage doors. I can't tell you the number of compliments we have gotten since making this change 8 years ago. Not only did it step up our curb appeal, but this timeless change has transitioned well through all of our home's exterior upgrades. Oh, how far our exterior colors have come. Not ... continue reading...
Why is Lumber So Expensive and When Can We See a Reprieve
Last Spring a 2x4x8 cost me around $3.25. This Spring I'm paying $7.25 for that same 2x4. Lumber prices have gone through the roof and therefore, have me really thinking twice on my upcoming woodworking projects. And I know many of you are feeling the same way. I've heard your frustrations through my DM's over on Instagram. So, this week I decided to step away from my usual DIY tutorial and after ... continue reading...
How to Not Use Pressure Treated Wood for your Outdoor Projects
Heading into our third summer with these modern outdoor chairs I built using just pine wood. Naysayers would say you need to use treated wood for outdoor projects, but three summers later, I'm happy to say our outdoor chairs are holding up great! My "secret?" At least 3 coats of really good quality polyurethane. I like to use General Finishes High Performance Top Coat. It can be a bit spendy, so a ... continue reading...
The Perfect Dreamy Retreat-Master Suite Full Tour Part 2
Last week I shared a number of the projects I completed for our master suite makeover. And, as promised, this week I'm wrapping up the rest of the projects. So, let's jump right in.... As I shared last week, one of the changes I made was replacing all of my builder's grade trim with craftsman trim. In addition to that upgrade, I also painted the casing of our windows black. Wow! Did it make ... continue reading...
The Perfect Dreamy Retreat-Master Bedroom Full Tour Part 1
Work has already gotten under way for my next room makeover. If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen all of the progress being made. So, therefore, it's time...time to wrap up the master bedroom makeover series and move into our new venture. But before we move on, I would like to recap all of the changes made to this room. Because I really dove into this room and changed it up completely, I'm ... continue reading...
Easy How to Build a Frosted Glass Sliding Barn Door
I have heard some whispers that sliding barn doors are so yesterday. But yet, perusing on Pinterest, I see them everywhere. How can a door that is both functional and beautiful lose it's appeal? I don't believe it has. And if you love it, I say go for it! It's your house. You get to choose what you like and don't like. For me, I love a modern sliding barn door. So, when making over my master ... continue reading...
