Hi everyone! I’m back from the Haven Conference in Atlanta and it was one jam-packed weekend! I am absolutely exhausted, but in a good way. I taught a building class on behalf of Simpson Strong-Tie and we built this beautiful DIY outdoor storage ottoman / cocktail table featuring Strong-Tie’s brand new Outdoor Accents™ black powder-coated decorative hardware…
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How To Build An Easy Kids Indoor Playhouse
You guys. I can’t even tell you how insanely excited I am to share my latest build with you today. I mean, just look: Is that not the most adorable thing you ever did see? The tongue-and-groove planks! The transom window! The flower box! Seriously. I can’t even. I am dying over here. Dyyyyying. I’m dead. Okay,…
How To Build A Bookshelf with Simpson Strong-Tie
Hello and happy Tuesday, friends! I hope you enjoyed the long holiday weekend. I spent mine building, so I was a happy camper. Oh, and I have some super exciting news too. If you’ve been hanging around here for awhile, you’ll know that I’m a big fan of Simpson Strong-Tie® products. I used their connectors and fasteners when…
DIY Restoration Hardware-Inspired 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, like “feed children” or “take shower.” Obviously, I don’t…
Simpson Strong-Tie Workbench and an Exciting Announcement
Hi friends! I am loving this warmer weather – as you know, 72 is my favorite degree. After a long and unusually snowy winter, I was thrilled to get outside and start building again. And I have an exciting announcement: I’ve been invited to speak at the SNAP! Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah next month!…