My Idea Notebook goes everywhere that I go! It usually stays in the car, but I always have it handy should I need a measurement, a color, or a description for someone who's helping us make this home a reality -- such as a bank lender, blueprint designer, or cabinet installer. Or, if my friends & relatives have a question or make a suggestion on the fly, then I just grab the Idea Notebook and add it to my collection of great ideas.
Want a brand new kitchen, but no cash? This blog details our DIY, budget kitchen makeover and how we transformed our kitchen.
Step by step instructions on how to DIY this beautiful and unique slat wall bookshelves in any room of your home.
What do you do when dream of having an arched wall library in your home? You hack robe inserts from Bunnings and make it! I am so excited to finally share my DIY Arched Wall Library! This project has been months in the making and I couldn’t be happier! Ever since we built our home, we have always r
To say I’ve been dreaming about this greenhouse is an understatement. Ever since we purchased our first home and I got a little taste of gardening I was hooked. It’s funny how my Mom and Nana were so into gardening and as a kid I couldn’t get far enough from a greenhouse or doing yard
Have you given in to the temptation that is...wallpaper? If not, maybe I can convince you to take a walk on the wild side. The good news? This ain't your mama's (or grandma's) plastered-on stuff. Even the "permanent" is pretty easily removed these days. Let me show you what I've got in my home, my
Build your walls straight, sturdy and plumb with these great tips.
The #alvaradomodernscandi project is complete! This Modern Scandinavian design was such a fun one with amazing clients and a great contractor to partner with.
What do you do when dream of having an arched wall library in your home? You hack robe inserts from Bunnings and make it! I am so excited to finally share my DIY Arched Wall Library! This project has been months in the making and I couldn’t be happier! Ever since we built our home, we have always r
A budget-friendly DIY slat accent wall can be created using materials that are affordable and easily available. Here are some steps to consider: Use wood scraps or plywood to create the slats. Cut the slats to size using a circular saw & rip cut Sand the edges and surfaces of the slats to
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Many of you want to know if you need to consider your wood floor colour when choosing a paint colour for your walls. So, here’s my colour expert advice for what to do when your wood floor colour is no longer neutral and when you can ignore your wood floor colour.
Shiplap walls, galvanized, rustic chippy goodness...subway tile, exposed brick, natural wood tones...ahhh...FARMHOUSE love!
Have you seen the latest trend going around? It's an ikea mirror hack that will transform your home! Heres a DIY that is renter friendly!
You will love the way this DIY built-in mudroom project turned out! I'm sharing all my steps so you can make one too!
Looking for the BEST apartment hacks for renters? Here are 13 insanely good rental apartment hacks you should know about!
Did you know using a whole house paint color will help you create a cohesive flow throughout your entire home? Learn about my favorite colors!
For years and years, even before my husband and I owned our home, I have dreamed of having a mudroom in our entry. When we bought our first house 2 years ago th…
Immerse yourself in 10 of the most inspiring Mys homes in Sweden. Transport yourself into a winter wonderland of coziness and twinkle lights!
As trees can provide a number of benefits, including improved air quality, increased productivity, and creating a more calming and relaxing atmosphere. Here are my Top 5 Internal Trees for your homes and workspaces.
Discover the benefits and considerations of composite decking for your home. Valuable info on safety, eco-friendliness, and maintenance.
We all love the look of a department store bed that makes you feel like you're in a luxury hotel. Want to recreate the look and feel at home while on a budget? This post shares the secrets on how to make your bed look like Pottery Barn.
Homeowners aren’t the only folks who deserve to live in spaces they love. I realize that doesn’t sound like a revolutionary statement, but I’ll admit I’ve felt like it wasn’t worth it to invest energy (and money) in a space that I’m just renting. After years of reading Apartment Therapy though, I’ve (thankfully) reformed.
We’ve been dreaming of building a barn ever since we embarked on our house build back in 2016. We always knew we would likely need the storage space ( there’s a lot of big stuff required to take care of 8.5 acres; even more than we ever imagined ), but we simply didn’t have the funds to do so during
There are the investments you make…. And then there are the things you find hunting through SoHo garbage cans while two mimosas deep.
Couleur menthe à l'eau pour finir ce mois de Juin. Ouvrons le portail ... Jolie ambiance dans ce cottage. Mêmes tons pour les tasses à thé ... ... et le lustre à pampilles. Il ne nous reste plus qu'à fermer les volets sur ce mois de Juin qui se termine...
Give your bedroom a serene makeover with these easy breezy coastal bedroom decor ideas featuring sea-inspired colors.
