Do you make New Year's resolutions? Instead of resolutions, I set goals for myself. I find that by setting goals, I can envision a finish line which makes it more attainable in my mind. Resolutions are far too abstract for my brain to ... Read More about DIY Storage Bench
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DIY Backpack Name Tags
Hello and Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. Are you ready to get back to the daily grind? My daughter has been waiting all Christmas break to go back to school. Seriously. What a nerd. But then again, she is in ... Read More about DIY Backpack Name Tags
Top 20 DIY Projects of 2015
Can you believe it's the final day of 2015?! Wow, what a spectacular year it's been! Looking back on such a fun and productive year just makes me super excited about what 2016 has in store. Here are my Top 20 DIY Projects for 2015 (in no ... Read More about Top 20 DIY Projects of 2015
DIY Kids Toolbox
My son received a set of play tools for Christmas so I built him his very own tool box to keep his tools corralled. This Kid's Tool Box is a super simple beginner-level project that requires minimal materials and tools. In fact, it ... Read More about DIY Kids Toolbox
Evelyn Chevron Full Bed
Remember the DIY West Elm-inspired queen bed I built for my daughter? Well, you guys have been asking for the full size bed plans and I just want to thank you for your patience with me! The plans are now available! Woohoo! Here's the full photo ... Read More about Evelyn Chevron Full Bed
2015 Christmas Cards
Do you send out holiday cards every year? We do and we have a little too much fun with it. Take a look at our Christmas card from a few years ago. Ridiculous, I know. And creepy. Sleep well, friends. By the way, I'm still determined to ... Read More about 2015 Christmas Cards
DIY Bathroom Shelf
Hi friends! Happy hump day! If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you've already seen sneak peeks of this project. The blank wall space above our garden tub was in desperate need of... something. Artwork? Nah, not useful enough. Shelves? ... Read More about DIY Bathroom Shelf
10 Stocking Stuffers for the DIYer
10 stocking stuffers for DIYers I don't know about you, but stocking stuffers are usually an afterthought for me. I put all of my brain power into getting the perfect Christmas gifts, that I forget all about filling the stockings too. I'm usually ... Read More about 10 Stocking Stuffers for the DIYer
Favorite Photography Gear
Hello and happy Monday friends! Last Friday I filmed a Periscope broadcast on photo styling and in the 'scope, I mentioned I'd be linking to the photography gear that use. I am not a professional photographer or stylist (in a traditional sense - I ... Read More about Favorite Photography Gear
Industrial Wood & Steel Console
Ever since I laid eyes on this Restoration Hardware wood & steel console, it's been on my "To Build" list. I am happy to say, it's finally moved from "To Build" to "BUILT!" Most times I'll write down a task, just so I can cross it off the list, ... Read More about Industrial Wood & Steel Console