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How to Install a Killer Wallpaper Accent Wall

Slowly the laundry room is starting to change and I'm so thrilled.Without a doubt, adding the beadboard wainscoting and hooks dramatically improved the space.But today, I'm so delighted to reveal the full wall.Clearly, adding a wallpaper accent wall is a game changer for this room.Now every time I walk past my laundry room, I have to pause and stare at my gorgeous wall!I think I'm going to have to replace the current door with a door with a window.It's just too pretty to be closed off!When I started making plans for updating my laundry room, I began looking at wallpaper.I knew…

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April 14, 2021

Read more about the article How to Install an Inexpensive Peel and Stick Backsplash Easily

Install an inexpensive peel and stick backsplash easily this weekend.

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How to Install an Inexpensive Peel and Stick Backsplash Easily

If you've been following along for a while you know that we've used this peel and stick vinyl tile before in my master bathroom makeover. I believe it's a great product that can quickly transform a space on a tight budget. In fact, my mother-in-law loved it so much, she wanted to install a peel and stick backsplash in her kitchen. As you know, we love to create a custom look without spending a lot of money. However, it's also important that the product be durable enough and that it looks good over an extended period of time. In fact, in…

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March 30, 2021

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Decorating a Pillow with Paint

New throw pillows can brighten and freshen up any room. Hand-painted throw pillows can provide an inexpensive and artistic focal point unique to your room. There are lots of different ways to create your own custom pillows with paint, but I went for the easiest way I could come up with and I’d like to share Decorating a Pillow with Paint, the easy way. These hand-painted throw pillow covers were created with a few simple items you may already have on hand. In fact, my pillow covers were actually FREE. Yes, you read right, I used a stained tablecloth for my…

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May 16, 2020

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Fireplace Mantle Surround | A Beginners Guide

We LOVE a fireplace in the living room. It adds such beautiful architectural details to any space. If you are following along from the previous weeks, welcome. We are coming to the finish line, adding in all the details with molding and trim. This simple DIY tutorial will show you how easy it is to build a fireplace surround and mantel. We will show you our step by step process, so you can be a doer as well. 😉The title of "doer" makes me chuckle. When we moved into our home 5 years ago, one of our neighbors came over to…

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May 8, 2020

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Front Porch Decor Ideas for Summer

Are you looking for some simple ideas to welcome guests to your home?Adding a little front porch decor creates a warm and welcoming invitation to all who pass by.Whether your style is modern, farmhouse, rustic, southern, country or somewhere in between, we will share DIY Front Porch Decor Ideas that will help you stay on a budget and yet create that warm and welcoming atmosphere you desire.So let’s get started and make your porch more inviting! I have always longed for a large wrap around style front porch. One where we could sit back, relax and sip a glass of chilled…

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April 27, 2020

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How to Paint a Faux Concrete Finish

Do you love the trendy look of concrete? It's possible to mix and cast your own concrete pots, however we are going to share in our tutorial How to Paint a Faux Concrete Finish. This technique uses a unique ingredient that creates convincing results; it’s not just paint…Creating concrete pots can be fun, however it takes a fair amount of time and energy.On the other hand painting a faux concrete finish is quick and easy and can transform an ordinary pot into an extraordinary piece.We will also share how to create a vintage texture on a pot or other decor piece…

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April 22, 2020

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No Sew Upholstery Tutorial

Does upholstery work intimidate you? Wondering if you can do it yourself? We’ll show you how easy it can be to reupholster furniture. After you see this NO SEW upholstery before and after, you’re sure to get ideas that will have you transforming the furniture in your home!Ready to get started? First lets go over the list of supplies you'll need.1. Tack Puller2. Flat Head Screwdriver3. Needle-Nose Pliers4. Rubber Mallet5. Pneumatic Staple Gun OR6. Heavy Duty Staple Gun7. Sewing Scissors8. Hammer9. Hot Glue Gun10. Measuring Tape11. Permanent Marker12. Staple Setter13. Piping of your choice14. Fabric of your choice15. BattingThis post contains…

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March 23, 2020

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Easy Chalk Paint Coffee Table Makeover You Need to See

Do you love that rustic farmhouse style?This coffee table totally speaks farmhouse to me.We were asked to refinish this table for a client who was looking for that fresh farmhouse style.But let me tell you when I first saw this table, all I saw was a beat up table that I wasn't sure was worth saving.However, keep scrolling and watch the dramatic transformation of this Chalk Paint Coffee Table Makeover.If you love to re-imagine old furniture pieces like us, then you'll love our Modern Desk Makeover too! Coffee Table - BEFORE Without a doubt, this table was in rough shape! It…

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January 30, 2020

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How to Make Storage Room Organization Shelves

Creating Storage Room Organization Hi Friends, welcome back! Do you have an area or room in your home that is the catch all? Somehow all the stuff just ends up in this one space? We definitely do. It’s our storage room. But that's the perfect place for all the stuff to be dumped right? WRONG! Yes, all our stuff was dropped in the right room, however it was lacking organization! Even though we had most of our stuff in labeled bins, we’d still have to dig through everything to find what we needed. It was so frustrating! I was in serious…

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January 18, 2020

Read more about the article How to Weather Wood with a Vinegar and Steel Wool Stain

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How to Weather Wood with a Vinegar and Steel Wool Stain

Do you love farmhouse, rustic or a coastal look? You know that we do! Would you like to know how to create that weathered look for a piece of furniture? While there are stains you can purchase and use, often they look fake. Today we would like to share How to Weather Wood with a Vinegar and Steel Wool Stain.There is something so satisfying about transforming a discarded piece of furniture into a real treasure. If you are new to refinishing furniture this may seem a little intimidating, but if you take it step by step and are willing to give…

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August 29, 2019