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Painting a Fiberglass Bathtub: What You Need to Know

Hello there. If you have a fiberglass bathtub that has yellowed, this may help you decide on what to do with it.Here is a brief post on how I updated our manufactured home's garden style fiberglass bathtub with paint. I go into more details over at K's Olympic Nest (link below) so hopefully you will check that out as well.

Easy Shaker Peg Rail for the Bathtub - 804 Sycamore

I added a little decorative and functional detail to my bathtub surround and I love it! This shaker peg rail adds some warmth and character to the space and it's so fun to style. Be sure to subscribe to my blog at 804sycamore.com for more DIY and decorating projects and inspiration~

Renovate a Stand Up Shower for Less

This was a looooong process (ya know, life gets in the way) but that's ok, I renovated our awful shower and fixed a leak!

DIY Stands for Vintage Crocks – Cozy Living

Happy May friends! I say this VERY tentatively but I think Spring might just be here – like all the way here, finally!!! Our cozy living series is back for another month with some springspiration for you. I truly hope that Spring has sprung where you are too?

Rake Wreath Door Project

Give a rusty rake new life as a succulent plant rake wreath. These rake heads make great backdrops for all kinds of wreaths.

Cork Cat Toy

These cork cat toys for indoor cats are a perfect toy to encourage your kitty to be more active. Make one for your cat today.

Shower Tile Installation Tips & Tricks

If you love this project, grab your quick start DIY guide & subscribe to our blog!If you’re going to be doing DIY shower tile installation, you need to read this post. It’s full of tips and tricks of how to tile a shower, including how to waterproof a shower and apply shower caulk!Let’s start out by chatting about…

Reclaim and Maximize Space in Your Bathroom!

I've always wished for an expansive bathroom and never really thought we could achieve a spacious feel without actually enlarging the space, but we did just that with new finishes and paint!Renovating a bathroom gives you the ideal opportunity to maximize the space you have (and even achieve more of a spa-like feel)! Today, I'm showing you a renovation we recently completed and what we did to gain both storage and a feeling of spaciousness.

How to Do Tile Installation the Right Way!

Tile installation can be a daunting task. It demands perfection during installation, or you will be unhappy with the result. However, tile installation can completely transform the look of a space. Tiling doesn’t have to be difficult. If you have the right tools and follow the step-by-step tutorial detailed below, you can create a beautifully tiled area. Set aside your tiling fears and start tiling!

Turning a French Door Into a Shower Wall.

We are currently remodeling our major bathroom. Our home is 97 years old and through the 35 years that we have lived here we have done many projects to make changes. We have a set of French doors that we took down many years back. They have been stuck away in a storage closet. I have always wanted to do something with the set or just one of them. During our bathroom project, we removed a wall with the intention of replacing with something more attractive. As I was contemplating what to replace the old wall with I remembered the French doors. So, I asked my husband, who does a lot of the carpentry work for me if he thought that was a feasible idea. So plans are set in motion and we get busy. It was my intent to use as much of the antique parts and pieces that we have saved through the years and that is exactly what we did. The paint was the only thing that we had to purchase. The project took longer than we intended because the weather (snow and cold temperatures) brought everything to a standstill.

$50.00 Powder Room Makeover Reveal

For such a tiny room, this really gave me a run for my money. Finally, I am thrilled to share the Powder Room Makeover Reveal. If you have been following me for a while, you know I like clean classic lines and decor. A bit Traditional and a bit Contemporary. I wanted to keep this makeover really budget-friendly, I set a budget of $50.00 and spent $50.78. So I call this staying in budget.I love how this room turned out.

You Won’t Believe This Magical Tiny Bathroom Transformation!

The Tiniest of Tiny Bathrooms. A Room that Functions. Clean. Tidy. In Constant Use by a Family of 4.And Oh, So Boring!It’s Time to Change It Up. With a Quick and Easy DIY…BUT, I’m Not the Handiest.What about a Wall Mural??? Oh Boy, Maybe this isn’t a Good Idea.But then I Discovered Photowall and I was Blown Away! Photowall – a Swedish Company that Puts the Wow in Large Scale Murals. The Magic is Real! Photowall!Exquisite Designs and Patterns. From Old World to Edgy. Every Color Palette. Every Genre.Full Disclosure…The Most Difficult Part of this Project is Selecting Your Favorite Design.The Choices are Endless. Many Images Truly Took My Breath Away.I took the Plunge. Found My Design. Measured the Wall. And Placed the Order.Hello Photowall!

Flip Your Bathroom for 1000$

YES I said that right. I am going to show you a few ways I saved money in my bathroom reno, stay tuned ITS A GOOD ONE

Completely Transform Your Bathroom With Milk Paint

Grab a couple of bags of milk paint and completely transform your bathroom from dark and dreary to light and airy.

Fence Picket Wall

ETA: I've received LOTS of concern about how sanitary this application would be behind a toilet. Its not for everyone. Its just the two of us in our home and neither one of us is a messy bathroom goer, so we have zero problems with it. I just use my vacuum hose to "dust" it occasionally. :)ETA: This application IS NOT for high humidity spaces. I recommend using a wood look tile for those areas.I've wanted to do this project for a very long time now and for Valentine's Day this year, this was my present from my Honey! He's the bestest! Visit our blog for complete step by step details.

DIY Ceramic Tile Cover Up With Concrete

Looking to learn, experiment, and erase a tile floor quick, self-leveling concrete and brass inlays were the weapons of choice.

Sharpie Chevron Wall

Here is an easy and budget-friendly tutorial on how to create a Sharpie wall that mimics the look of wallpaper or tile!

Stenciling a Tile Bathroom Floor

In our pool house bathroom, the floor tiles were bland and dated with dirty grout. Since I have never done this before, I wanted to experiment on a bathroom floor that wasn't a primary one - master bedroom, for example. Though a bit time consuming I am extremely happy with the results. To see more about our historic property, click here.

Modern Farmhouse Master Bathroom Renovation

How to Make Fun Fruit Props

I love to style a fun table! Summertime has arrived and it is time for a fun luncheon, this time for some dear blogging friends. First job was to make these fun fruits!To see more of my fun crafts visit me at Celebrate & Decorate!

Easy To Make - Rustic Wood Disc Wreath For Your Door

Last year, hubby cut down a medium sized tree in our yard. Thankfully, I had him save some branches for possible future projects, so this wood has been drying out for quite awhile now (you want dry wood for this project).We ended up redoing our little front porch and painting our front door, so I wanted a new wreath to go with the new look. That's when we thought to chop up that old wood and make a wreath! Best part about this wreath is that it's a perfect year round decor piece! You can decorate it for each holiday/season!Here's how we made it ....*Price is based off of the cost of the glue since we already had the circular saw, cardboard came from a box that was shipped to me, and wood came from our yard, so those items cost nothing.If you don't have a circular saw, you can use a jigsaw, chainsaw, handsaw, but those tools will either take longer or not give perfect straight cuts. We do recommend any diy'er to invest in a circular saw since it is used for so many different projects

Patriotic Flag Decor

With the Fourth of July right around the corner, I had this idea for a little patriotic flag decor…

Swinging Bed for Your Porch.

This is my second swinging bed in this location. My first swinging bed/floating bed I made years ago with used, leftover deck lumber. You can see it . It was everyones favorite place to nap and the most popular place to be at family gatherings. On Thanksgiving the swinging bed had a full book. I had to take it down when our roof was replaced, so it got trashed. Then it was replaced by a used ping pong table.

The Perfect Boho Thrifted Faux Terracotta Vases

UPGRADE YOUR OLD AND THRIFTED VASES TO AN EARTHY BOHO LOOK Got old, dated, or ugly vases? I have a solution for you! These faux terracotta vases look so great in your space and allow you to reuse something you’re not using anymore! If you’re interested in DIY Fall decor, be sure to check out this Fall DIY Wheat Wreath and these DIY Scrap Wood Lanterns.

DIY Thrifted Flag Tray

On another one of my thrifting trips to Second Chance Thrift Store, which seems to be daily lately. I found this super cute little tray, it was plain and boring but I had an idea! Right before I stopped at the thrift store I was at Ocean State Job Lots (a discount store here on the East Coast) and I found these Patriotic paper placemats, it had 4 different Patriotic designs. I had never even heard of such a thing, how did I not know about paper placemats?! They are so fun and can be used for so many things! Did you know about them? I knew that I wanted to add one of these placemats to my thrifted tray! Let’s get started on this DIY thrifted flag tray!

DIY Floor Pillow – the Easiest Summer Hack

For me, summer is all about sitting on the floor. I basically exist within 3 feet off the ground for a few months. It's so much more natural and comfortable when it’s hot than sitting in chairs and outdoor sofas! You can sit up, you can recline, you can lounge, you’re FREE! With this DIY floor pillow idea, you will get your entire party something to sit on in no time (and barely any money!).Find the detailed step-by-step here!

No-sew, Water Resistant Draft Protector

When you’ve had it with forgetting to move the draft protector and then having to sweep up the leaves and water blowing through the 1-inch gap under your front door, this is what you do.

Barn Wood Birch Branch Hook Rack

How To Make A Floating Picture Shelf

I have posted recently here on Hometalk about pulling up carpet in our home, and painting the inside front door black. Lots of folks saw our picture shelves in those posts, and wanted to know exactly how we made them. We have these easy-to-make shelves all over our home and love that we don't need to hang the photos and art, and repair holes.Let’s make these!

Diy Reusable Sponges

I’ve spotted a few articles on the internet about how to make your own reusable sponges, so I thought I’d whip up a few for myself and try them out. I’m always looking for clever eco-friendly alternatives to household cleaners and supplies. Regular kitchen sponges are made from polyurethane foam, which is harmful to the environment, and they also harbor bacteria. These reusable sponges are a healthier choice and can be tossed in the wash when dirty. I also discovered they are easy to make and work like a charm! (Affiliate links included for your convenience. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases. See disclosure here.) supplies needed: cotton fabric remnantterry cloth remnant quilt battingupcycled vegetable mesh bag rotary cutter & mat step 1 – cut the fabric With a rotary cutter and mat, cut one piece of terry cloth, one piece of cotton fabric, and two pieces of cotton quilt batting, each measuring 5″ x 7.5″.

Laundry Room Makeover – My First DIY Project That Was a Complete Ren

Upcycled DIY Vintage Suitcase Table

Find out how to easily create your own upcycled vintage suitcase table from items you may already have around the house and make some truly unique and useful decor!

Industrial Style Organizers

Who says plastic storage drawers have to look as cheap as they cost? Try this DIY to take your affordable storage to the next level!

Repurposed Yardstick Decor Project

Have you ever had an idea to repurpose something and just keep putting it off? This decor project is one of those ideas. I was able to score a bundle of yardsticks at auction and I knew I had to get busy then! This is so simple, but turned out to be one of my favorite DIYs to date.You won’t believe how dang simple this was and if you are a vintage lover like I am, you will love this even more.

How To Plant Groundcovers Around Pavers

One of my very first yard projects was to create a planter bed and then my husband and I made pathway adjacent to it. Our plan for the backyard was to create a deck at one end of the path. However, our plan changed and now we are breaking down the path! Of course I can't just toss the Irish Moss I had planted between pavers. I will transplant them to the front yard and show you how!

Anthro Inspired Painted Pillow Case

I love the look of Anthropologie textiles but unless they are giving them away, they’re not in my budget. So as usual I created my own dupe!!