I am a part of an Instagram challenge called Spruced Up Spaces. We are a group of home decor bloggers and Instagrammers. The challenge this month is to Spruce Up an a piece of furniture in our home. This is right up my alley! I refinish furniture ALL THE TIME. This month I decided to do a tutorial on how to do a driftwood finish on wood furniture. The winner…
It is possible to argue that the more sophisticated and difficult-to-manage features there are in your house, the more stressed you will likely get as a result of the excessive amount of time you will have to spend on things like cleaning and upkeep. The installation of features and the utilization of parts that are more robust, simpler to clean and maintain, and that serve to simplify things rather than…
When it comes to home makeovers, there are endless possibilities. You can try a new color scheme, add some new furniture, or even change up your flooring. If you’re looking for some inspiration, we’ve compiled a list of 5 trendy home makeovers that you can try today! 1) Bohemian Chic One of the hottest trends right now is bohemian chic. This style is all about mixing and matching different textures,…
A large backyard is a fantastic boon for any property. But it does lead to a few issues. For starters, a large backyard is a lot of work. To keep it looking nice, you need to spend time maintaining it. Another potential problem is that you might not know what to do with all that space. Sure, having a wide-open space is nice, but there are some great ideas to…
Modern homes are built with the future in mind, the interiors are made to be spacious and flexible, and the systems installed are energy efficient and resilient. But even if your home is older, you can still upgrade it to the standards most people expect from a modern property. Improve Energy Efficiency If your home is slightly older, chances are it doesn’t have the insulation, windows, and heating tanks needed…
I have been wanting to make a new wreath for my bare front screen door for a while. I was at Dollar Tree the other day and gathered some materials to make an Easy DIY Wreath (Using Mostly Dollar Store Supplies). A few things came from Hobby Lobby as well. *This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link…
Summer is almost here and many of us are already looking forward to longer days, warmer temperature and more preferable weather. But have you made sure that your home is going to be comfortable for these upcoming months? Our homes are spaces where we spend a lot of our time, so it’s important that you take steps to optimize it for the summer months. This can help to create a…
Life is a random series of events, and each one has the ability to change your entire experience. This lack of control can sometimes leave you feeling powerless, which is why it is important to focus on the things you can change. All it takes is a few tweaks here and there to drastically improve your outlook on life, so let’s take a look at some examples to see if…