Last year, we used Halloween as an excuse to buy a fog machine. But honestly... does anyone really need an excuse to buy a fog machine? I don't think so. We haven't gotten the fog machine out of storage yet, but I did get a jump on decorating for ... Read More about Spooky Halloween Entryway
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DIY Plate Rack
Happy Friday, friends! I'm excited to share brand new plans with you today! I teamed up with my friend Shelly from 100 Things 2 Do to bring you the plans and tutorial for this DIY Plate Rack. This ain't your grandmomma's plate rack and Shelly will ... Read More about DIY Plate Rack
DIY Two-Panel Shaker Style Door
How to build your own DIY two panel shaker style door If your home is anything like mine, it came with boring, hollow core doors. Years ago, I got a quote for replacing them with lovely, shaker style, solid core doors... and it was pricey. At the ... Read More about DIY Two-Panel Shaker Style Door
How To Create A Weathered Farmhouse Finish
Hello again! I'm thrilled to partner with Varathane to bring you the third video in our 3-video wood finishing series! The farmhouse trend is still going strong and if you don't have a hundred years to wait for wood to naturally weather and distress, ... Read More about How To Create A Weathered Farmhouse Finish
Finishing School 101: The Basics of Finishing Wood
Hi friends! I'm excited to be back with the second video in our 3-video series with Varathane Wood Finishes! Watch the other two videos here: Staining School 101: The Basics of Staining Wood How To Create A Weathered, Farmhouse ... Read More about Finishing School 101: The Basics of Finishing Wood
Staining School 101: The Basics of Staining Wood
Hi friends! I'm excited to be partnering with Varathane to bring you a 3-video tutorial series on how to stain and finish wood, and how to create a weathered farmhouse finish! This is the first of the three videos, Staining 101: The Basics of ... Read More about Staining School 101: The Basics of Staining Wood
30-Minute Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup
Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup for Fall. Fall! The perfect time of year to break those ladles out again. I absolutely love a slow simmered soup or stew, but this recipe gives the taste of slowly simmered in less than 30 minutes in the pressure ... Read More about 30-Minute Authentic Chicken Tortilla Soup
DIY Freestanding Towel Rack
Hello! This is Sheri from Hazel + Gold Designs, here to share a fun building project with you! One of my favorite places in our house is our master bathroom. We had it renovated earlier this year and it is bright, beautiful and modern. However, it is ... Read More about DIY Freestanding Towel Rack
Fall 2018 Tour
We're welcoming Fall with open arms here at the House of Wood. Today was a brisk 88º, so it's practically winter! Time to break out the scarves and boots! Oh. Too soon? No matter. I've been busy decorating our home for Fall. When I think of Fall, ... Read More about Fall 2018 Tour
Husky Mobile Workbench Review
*This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Say hello to my little fraaand: Isn't she gorgeous? Can a workbench be gorgeous? Yes. Yes, she can. And so versatile too, this new Husky 46 in. x 24.5 in. 9-Drawer Mobile Workbench is an excellent ... Read More about Husky Mobile Workbench Review