Installing shiplap is a simple way to add character and charm to a home. But it’s not easy to get right. After completing 4 DIY shiplap accent walls, I found myself still regretting some decisions I made along the way and not exactly happy with my own work in the middle of the project. If you’re ...
How to install laminate countertop on IKEA cabinets
Last year, as part of our basement renovation, we added a 10-foot-long faux marble laminate top to the wet bar. We did the install ourselves and have been using it for a few months now. If you’re wondering if laminate countertop is the right fit for you, this blog post explains all the details. ...
The “Good Enough” DIY Gravel Path How to Guide
In almost every English garden I’m drawn to, there’s always a winding walkway lined with beautiful trees and flowers. There’s something magical about a cobblestone street or a simple gravel path—it instantly makes a garden more exciting to walk through. For the longest time, I thought having one in ...
A Simple DIY Garbage Can Enclosure With Gravel Base
Storing garbage cans has always been a headache for us. It may sound a little wild, but we have four of them—one for trash, two for recycling, and another for yard waste. They take up a ton of space and, in the summer, they get stinky fast and become a breeding ground for the buzziest, peskiest ...
3 Easy DIY Ways to Frame Canvas Art and Save Money
Have you ever found the perfect piece of canvas art, only to realize that framing it costs more than the art itself? You’re not alone! Professional framing can get pricey, with custom frames for large pieces easily running into the hundreds of dollars. In this blog post, I will show you three ...