I'm going to skip the cutesy preamble today because it's been over a year since I finished this project and have yet to blog it! Yikes. So let's cut right to the chase: this blanket ladder is simple, modern and you need it in your life. Looking back through my "nursery" file from last year left a lot to be desired. I didn't really take any a lot of good process pics for this project so I … [Read more...] about Easy Modern Blanket Ladder
Mini-Kitchen Makeover (for under $1000!)
I'm finally getting around to sharing our super budget-friendly kitchen makeover, which I am very excited about. I know what you're thinking: $1000 is still a lot of money! (Or maybe you're not...in which case EXCUUUUSE ME KIM KARDASHIAN). Seriously though, in terms of kitchens, $1k is a drop in the bucket, especially when you get into new cupboards, counter tops, back splashes, … [Read more...] about Mini-Kitchen Makeover (for under $1000!)
Spray Painted Kitchen Cupboards (Yep, I did that)
Yes indeedy --- I spray-painted the ever loving crap out of my kitchen cupboards in just one weekend, and you can too. I promise! I know I'm not alone when I say I hate painting. I do. I hate it. I hate the prep, the painting itself, the waiting between coats, and the cleanup. But the impact of paint at an economical price point? That I love. When I decided to change up the builder … [Read more...] about Spray Painted Kitchen Cupboards (Yep, I did that)
A Dummy’s Guide to Taking Decent Holiday Photos With a Smartphone and Snapseed (Free App!)
I would like to preface this by saying, in big bold letters, I AM NOT A PHOTOGRAPHER. Not by a long shot. I don't even own a DSLR (maybe someday!) The most basic of photography jargon is usually way above my head and requires a lot of Googlin'. I respect the hell out of professional photographers and am not in any way suggesting that taking your own photos is superior to hiring a professional: but … [Read more...] about A Dummy’s Guide to Taking Decent Holiday Photos With a Smartphone and Snapseed (Free App!)
Sharpie Christmas Canvas
Oh heeeeeeeeeeey: I'm back with another Christmas DIY to shove down your gullets! Thanks for all the love on my Christmas tree string art last week, by the way. It really is a simple and enjoyable project with zero frustration and minimal effort, which is my favorite kind. It actually inspired me to host a Christmas craft night, so next weekend some gals are coming over and we're going to have … [Read more...] about Sharpie Christmas Canvas
Modern Christmas Tree String Art
I love Christmas. I love the food, I love the movies and music, I love the family time, I love being showered with gifts, and just the general pageantry of it all. My mom (and her mom before her) does Christmas up RIGHT, which is most likely why my sisters and I have such an affinity for the season. The only Christmas tradition I have never been truly compelled to participate in is the … [Read more...] about Modern Christmas Tree String Art