{Trash to Treasure} Feminine Metal Storage Solution

One of my favorite things to do is give new life to old, outdated items.  There's just something so satisfying when you can create something wonderful from items that would have otherwise been tossed or donated.  I usually don't pass up anything free, so when I spotted four metal and plastic hardware storage containers in the Goodwill pile at my parents house I quickly claimed them. Thankfully, my parents are always happy to get rid of their junk.  My husband on the other hand is not always as thrilled that I keep bringing more stuff into our home.  I don't think he understands or appreciates my thriftiness as much as I do :) ...

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Updating the entryway with Sherwin Williams Iron Ore

Learn how to paint a front door and add interest and contrast with Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore   I waited months to have our new craftsman style front door installed and now I finally have it painted!  I special ordered the  Jeldwen door  to match the new garage doors and impatiently waited for it to be delivered and installed.  It instantly changed the look and feel of our home and I knew right away I wanted to paint it my favorite color, Sherwin-Williams Iron Ore.  Iron Ore is the perfect deep charcoal gray and adds a beautiful pop of contrast when paired with bright white trim. ...

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Rustic Dining Table Planter Box

Ever since I built the  rolling storage box  for my son's Lego's I've wanted to build another box for our dining room table.   It's been completly bare and begging for attention ever since putting away the Christmas decor.   A rustic planter box seemed to be the perfect solution to brighten up the table and bring a touch of Spring to the space.      There are a ton of different ways to build a planter box, but I chose to build mine using a piece of 1x6 and 1x4.   I used the 1x6 for the bottom and the 1x4 for the sides of the box.  I attached the boards to each other using wood glue, clamped them into place until the glue was dry then reinforced them with a few screws. As always, I stained the box with my favorite Minwax Jacobean stain, gave it a few light coats of paint then sanded it for a distressed look.  (more detailed instructions, here )  I also added a few handles that I picked up from Home Depot......

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5 Ways to Completely Transform Your Builder Grade Home

Easy tips and ideas for adding style and character to a builder grade home!  When moving into a new home there's not always money in the budget for upgrading and decorating.  That doesn't mean you have to live with dated lighting, natural oak cabinetry and basic builder grade materials.  With a little creativity and effort, you can easily transform your home to feel more customized without breaking the bank. HOW TO ADD CHARACTER TO YOUR BUILDER GRADE HOME 1.  Paint dated oak Cabinets Two Delighted Evolutionary Style Blog 2. Add molding to frame out builder grade mirrors. The House of Smiths   Young House Love 3. Add decorative molding to basic doors. A Well Dressed Home  4. Customize basic cabinets with molding and finials. A Yellow Cape Cod The Idea Room Starter Home to Dream Home 5. Upgrade Basic Light fixtures Bless'er House Boxy Colonial The Shabby Creek Cottage ......

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Faux Succulent Inspired Spring Wreath

I know, most of you (including myself) are dealing with 20 degree temps and see nothing but snow and bare branches when you look outside.   Even though it's technically still Winter, it is almost March 1st and I'm giving myself permission to think Spring and start decorating. If you caught Monday's post you know that I recently took a trip to the Dollar Store and scored some pretty awesome faux succulents.  I only picked up a few on my first trip and when I went back to get more they only had the larger ones available.  Surprisingly, they also had some great Spring picks that I couldn't help but snatch up as well. Is it just me or do those fuzzy balls (Dianthus flowers?) remind anyone else of Horton Hear's a Who?   Before I started putting my Dollar Store wreath together I decided to try one other Dollar Store in search of more succulents.  Luckily, they had plenty of the small ones available and I was able to use both in the wreath.   ......

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Quick and Easy Dollar Store Succulents

After busting my butt to complete my  living room plank wall , I was craving a quick and easy craft project.  As much as I love breaking out the saw and nail gun, there's nothing more relaxing and satisfying than painting and creating a simple craft, especially when it uses Dollar Store items. I cannot keep a plant alive to save my life, so when I spotted faux succulents at the Dollar Store I knew they had to come home with me.  They're perfect for adding a touch of green without worrying about watering and leaves turning brown in a few weeks.  WHAT YOU NEED:   Faux Succulents   Chalk paint Quilted ball jelly jars  (similar) Sandpaper/paint brush I started by painting a few coats of Martha Stewart chalk paint on each jar and giving them a light sanding. I cut out the Styrofoam from the plastic pot and lucky for me it fit perfectly into the glass jar.  Quick, easy and absolutely adorable, now that's m......

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{Entryway Reveal} DIY Plank Wall Tutorial

How to create a beautiful and inexpensive faux shiplap wall!  You guys, I am SO excited about our new faux shiplap entryway wall!  This was a spur of the moment project that popped in my head on Friday night and by Saturday morning I was putting planks up on the wall!  The best part about this DIY shiplap wall project is that the total cost was less than $50.00!                                    My husband pretty much gives me full reign of the decorating in our house, but that doesn't mean he doesn't shake his head at a few of my ideas.  When I mentioned I wanted to plank the wall in our entryway, he looked at me and asked, "Can we just finish one project before starting another one?" Well, no....no I can't.  I have a slight problem of not being able to sit still.  I have to be doing some sort of project or I go a little crazy.  It may seem like I'v......

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