Category: DIY
How to Make an Elevated Dog Feeder from a Trunk
September 10, 2014
A few years ago we made this elevated dog feeder for water and food. It has worked great for our Saint Bernards! They do drool and drip water, so the metal and wood is looking a little tired. The trunk doesn’t look quite as nice after a few years. So, I’m wondering if I should recover […]
Functioning Kitchen and a Demolished Dining Room
July 18, 2014
We are SOOOO excited to have a functioning kitchen again! And a beautiful one at that! I have waited to post photos because there were little things, like the crown moulding, that were just installed this week. It is not completely finished. The short white cabinet on the right side will have something under it. […]
Painted American Flag – 4th of July Craft
July 4, 2014
Happy 4th of July! Many homes celebrate this day with decorating their outdoor spaces, having BBQs, and watching the fireworks. If you are looking for an outdoor craft this 4th of July and have wood strips, try this project! My college roommate, Sara, painted an American flag this year for her porch in Little Rock, […]
Surviving a Kitchen Remodel
July 2, 2014
Every couple’s love is tested throughout their relationship. I think a kitchen remodel among planning a wedding is one of the bigger challenges we have faced. Those of you who have done major house projects with your significant other know what I’m talking about and are probably nodding in agreement. Someone even told me their biggest […]
Under Cabinet Lighting in Remodeled Kitchen
June 25, 2014
Everyday is a new surprise when I come home. Yesterday, the under cabinet lighting and microwave were installed! (Some other less noticeable things were accomplished too.) Our lights are GE LED Under Cabinet Light and this photo was taken at night. Hopefully soon the oven will be installed!
Sam’s Stuff: Tacoma Artist, Blogger, and Etsy Seller
June 18, 2014
Connecting with other people and putting yourself out there is so important to growing your network, skills, and business. That’s why today’s blog post is featuring Sam’s Stuff – a local Etsy seller and blogger right here in Tacoma. Shelley and I met in an Etsy forum for Puget Sound sellers. We both love and […]
Creating a Temporary Kitchen For a Remodel
June 16, 2014
Our kitchen was due for a remodel. One of the biggest reasons was no dishwasher and no room in the layout to add a dishwasher. Now we are in the middle of the remodel with a temporary kitchen in our dining room. I hated doing dishes by hand, but doing dishes in a tiny bathroom […]
DIY Dresser & Nightstand Makeover: Sangria Colored Paint
June 11, 2014
Our roommate, Dena, has acquired a lot of furniture from friends and family for (wow, that’s a long alliteration of Fs) her new adventure in Seattle. {And BONUS she was just hired last week for a new job closer to her new place!!} We will actually both be working on Mercer Island now which is by Seattle. We […]
Paint in the Kitchen, Jackhammer in the Dining Room
June 9, 2014
It seems every major house project comes with a surprise. We’ve already had a few, but this one was the biggest pain. I say ‘pain’ like I actually did any work to remove this concrete pad, but really it was my brother and fiance. Our dining room and master bedroom were slapped on to the […]
Easy DIY Ring Bearer Pillow Instructions
May 31, 2014
Pillows are one of the easiest things to sew and making your own ring bearer pillows is a simple way to save money. Our nautical wedding colors are navy blue and clover green; by accident I started using the chevron pattern too in our wedding decor. Since they are popular right now, there are lots […]
