Sometimes I stink at making decisions. (And about writing timely blog posts.) Of course decisions are especially hard when there's a lot at stake, which is definitely the case when it comes to … More >>
My Second Trip to Haven
I am finally recovering from my weekend in Atlanta at Haven Conference. Haven was exactly what I needed this year. Like spot on. If you don't know what Haven is, it's a conference for DIY bloggers, … More >>
Almost Finished Kitchen
Well I just arrived at my hotel in Atlanta and tomorrow starts my second Haven Conference. I can't wait to hang out with all the awesome DIY bloggers I met last year -- and meet a ton of new ones! … More >>
Featured Posts
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror – Quick Tip Tuesday
I never really share much about my son's room, except for my plans to build him a surf shack bed (post here). Well his bed has been finished for about two years... and it's awesome! It's going to go viral one day. I just have to write about … More>>
Installing Kitchen Flooring
I cannot believe I broke my one golden rule for kitchen renovation and design! I installed hardwood flooring... again. If you've never read about my first kitchen renovation, at our last house, you can find it HERE. I swore I wanted tile in this … More>>
Pallet Garage Storage
This project isn't entirely finished {much like every other project in my house}, but I couldn't wait to share it with you. Plus, you might think I was slacking all weekend, and that definitely wasn't the case. It all started a few weeks back when … More>>
Happy Birthday Bunting
This little puppy was such a good use of my time. I made this for my oldest's 7th birthday and boy has it served its purpose and then some. It has become our tradition to get the banner out whenever someone is celebrating a birthday, mom, dad, … More>>
How to Seal an Asphalt Driveway Yourself
Sealing an asphalt driveway is so much easier than I thought it was going to be. It truly is a great beginner DIY project. It also doesn't require a lot of tools, just a drill and paddle to mix the sealer. Supplies Needed Latexite … More>>
DIY Beach Wedding
My husband and I met in college and knew each other for 10 years before we started dating one June. I was living alone in my first house and I think he was wowed by my mad DIY skills. I purchased from the original owner, a widow, who lived there … More>>
Birthday Cakes
Smart Junior turned 11th two weeks ago and we celebrated her birthday with her travel basketball team, so of course I had to do a basketball cake. You know you want to Pin it!! :) Those are Reece's Pieces, but you could use M&Ms too. … More>>
How to Build a Gate For Your Fence
The first gate I built was at my mom's house. I wanted to keep Smart Jr (who was about 1-year-old) from getting out of the back yard. I asked around to a couple of friends, but nobody wanted to come build me a gate. Go figure. So I decided to do … More>>