Dollar Store Duster Christmas Wreath

Dollar Store DIY Christmas Decorations

Wandering around the dollar store was a great way to come up with an idea for how to make some pretty, yet bargain priced Christmas decorations.

How To Build A Budget-Friendly Faux Headboard

Try this high impact, budget friendly bedroom idea from Haute House Love. Learn how to build a faux headboard with ease using minimal materials and spending only $100.This past fall I took my master bedroom from drab to fab. Along the way I used peel and stick wallpaper and 1x4s to create an easy faux headboard in a board and batten style that makes a huge statement! It was a super easy project that took about 6 hours to complete from start to finish. click here for the full blog post, product links + sources

IKEA Toy Storage Hack

I'm currently doing a makeover of our playroom. Let me introduce to you this IKEA toy storage hack, aka TROFAST the fabulous! 😀

Spring Window Shelf

I'm always finding ways to recycle old windows. This was also a good way to recycle some scrap wood as well. Just add a couple brackets I found at a yard sale and in no time I have a way to display my spring decor.

How to Turn a "Fake" Christmas Wreath Into a "Real" Christmas Wreath.

I love the smell of evergreen trees in the winter! And I would LOVE a big Christmas wreath on my front door, but I never want to pay the money to buy one year after year, so I used to just hang my "fake" wreath on my door.....until I figured out how to make the "fake" wreath into a "real" wreath.

Nautical Christmas Wreath

I decided to make my first Christmas Wreath this year and was inspired by late night shadows on the wall. One night while lying in bed I noticed that the shadow of one of the ship helms we had hung up resembled a snowflake. Keep in mind that this was after hours of staring at Christmas crafts online, and I had even told the hubs that the corner of his pillow resembled a tree, lol. I simply added some lights, glittery snowflake ornaments, some fake snow, and a sparkly bow and my wintery, nautical Christmas wreath was born. You can view the full post and tutorial on my blog, along with 9 other wreaths from some fantastical bloggers I teamed up with.

Dollar Store Christmas Wreath

Make a beautiful Christmas Wreath on a budget. No one will believe that all of the supplies came from the Dollar Tree!Dollar Stores sure have come a long way since I was a kid. I remember the floral picks and Christmas ornaments back in the 70's, and they were UGLY. Everything was cheap plastic.Now, you can go to the Dollar Store and find supplies that look like they're from Pottary Barn or Pier One. There's beautiful foil and glitter. No more bare plastic!

Scarf Christmas Wreath Tutorial

Spice up your holiday decor with this simple but adorable Christmas wreath tutorial! A quick and easy Christmas activity to do with the kiddos too!This adorable Christmas wreath tutorial is not only the simplest and quickest project I made so far but also an enjoyable way to spend quality time with kids, getting your house ready for Christmas.This DIY Christmas wreath is also a great way to upcycle an old scarf or one that is maybe too long to wear (no judging, we’ve all made that mistake!) and it’s so affordable! A great way to bring in the holiday spirit without breaking the bank.

Dried Clementine Christmas Wreath

Let nature inspire your Christmas kitchen decor with this simply cute dried clementine Christmas wreath.

Easy Chippy Paint DIY - With a Secret Ingredient!

So we've been in our house for over four years now! Amazing how time flies. Over five years since we lost our home to wildfire - I can't believe it. Every little DIY has made this home we bought feel more like the home we have always lived in. One of our big projects was the kitchen. Check out the "before" pic... pretty, but a little too much "fru fru" for me.

Linen Fabric Basket Tutorial

These linen fabric baskets are perfect for serving and storing bread, your favorite craft project, or your hair brushes in the bathroom. If you’ve been following me for a while, you might know that I love linen. Actually, I have an obsession with linen. Therefore, I am always looking for projects in which I can use this awesome fabric. Have you seen my linen apron, linen summer top, or my linen beeswax wraps? Well, here’s another little project: linen fabric baskets! They are not complicated to make for intermediate sewers. And you can finish them in one afternoon!

DIY Cabinet Makeover With A Heat Gun

This DIY cabinet makeover was one that I was excited to get started on.

Frame A Builder Mirror

Have you ever removed a builder grade mirror? It’s not fun. Plus, the glue behind can ruin the drywall and removing that can be quite a hassle. When we decided to update our master bathroom on a tight budget I knew that I wanted to frame the mirror instead of removing it. The only issue in our bathroom is that the mirror has a beveled mirror frame and I was concerned about how the wood would stick.We had scrap wood 1x4s on hand so that’s the wood I used. I started by measuring the mirror and then cutting each board to length with alternating 45 degree angles. Do not forget that you want your measurements to run correctly from tip to tip on the 45 degree angles.Once we made the cuts, we laid out the frame in the garage to ensure it fit together- it did... yay!Next we used the kreg jig (excellent tool for the price if you don’t have one) to create hidden pocket holes to secure each corner of the frame with a hidden screws.Once the whole frame was together, I used wood filler to smooth any gaps and then painted the frame.Finally we carried the frame upstairs and put a bead of special mirror glue on the whole frame. Once we set it place, I secured with painters tape for 24 hours before removing them!

How to DIY a Stunning Modern Farmhouse Wood Vent Hood

I love DIY’ing how to tutorials now. BUT…. I’m kicking myself in the butt for not making a proper tutorial on how we DIY’ed this modern farmhouse vent hood back in early 2019. We get asked questions all the time on how we did it. So I’m going to try my best to make one with the few pictures I do have. Being that this isn’t as detailed as most of my other tutorial feel free to leave a comment below with any questions you might have. We would be more then happy to help if you decide to DIY one of these yourself.

Steampunk Gnome Doorstop

This project is a combination of two projects I was making that failed. I tried to make a lady sock gnome but could not get the hair to look pretty. And the cement bottle broke and did not work out how I wanted it. So I put them together to get this steampunk gnome doorstop with pretty hair.

DIY Produce Bags

In this tutorial, I am showing you how easy it is to make these simple DIY produce bags. You only need 2 very inexpensive items! This post contains some affiliate links which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. I love trying to be more sustainable and I love sharing easy ways to do that. Because it’s harder to do when it’s not easy, right? Buying groceries and produce in bulk skips unnecessary plastic. For most of that, I use simple cotton bags that I made from old dish towels. But sometimes, we do need something to hold the lettuce or wet carrots. This is where these DIY produce bags come in! You’ll love that they are very inexpensive and they are easy and quick to make!

A Quick Nightstand Flip

I found two of these night stands on my local Facebook marketplace and even though they were in rough shape, I decided to get them because it's hard to find a matching pair!

DIY Serving Tray With Rattan

This DIY wooden serving tray is one pretty extreme makeover! If you scroll down you’ll see this started as a classic serving tray. The kind you can find anywhere, you probably even have one in your home already.If you have an old tray in need of a serious makeover, read on or view the detailed step-by-step on Very Liv!

How To Divide Perennial Plants

Did you know that dividing perennial plants in your garden not only keeps your plants healthy, but can save you money as well? I’ll show you the process of dividing perennial plants, and the benefits it brings.

How to Refinish a Wooden Picnic Table in 4 Easy Steps

Learn how to refinish a wooden picnic table in 4 easy steps with this DIY tutorial!

Light and Bright

I purchased this mid century modern dresser on my local Facebook marketplace and I knew I scored as it turned out to be solid wood!

Thrift Store Purchase to One of a Kind Hallway Bench

Read on to see my thrift store fixer upper iron bench makeover. I’d been wanting a sturdy bench for my hallway for quite some time. When I saw the one pictured below, I loved the lines of the wrought iron part and stopped to check it out. I kept thinking about the bench as I continued to search for treasures at my local thrift store. I went back and looked at the bench once again to inspect it further. The iron frame was super sturdy. That’s about all the bench had going for it.

Desk Makeover With Colorwashing & Drybrushing

I found this desk at a thrift store for $15. It was very sturdy and in fairly good condition. It just had a few scratches and general wear&tear. I decided to give it a facelift!

DIY Tree Bark Flower Vases

Add a little nature to your décor with Tree Bark Flower Vases. An affordable and easy craft project you can do in under an hour.

Plugging Drawer Pull Holes With Home Made Wood Filler and Dowels

This is a wood filler hack I came across. Since I like to refurbish furniture, it has come in handy on numerous occasions. Basically, you use sawdust and either white glue or wood glue to make it. The filler works well and is easy to make. Read on to see my hack for filling/ plugging holes from old drawer knobs and pulls.

How to Make a Photo Banner | Decorating With Photos

Get the steps to create a photo banner to decorate for your next celebration. Photo banners are perfect for milestone birthdays, graduations, retirements, anniversaries, or showers.For more simple and budget-friendly DIY project ideas, be sure to follow us on HomeTalk and visit our blog!

How to Diy a Concrete Bar Top - in a Weekend!

Hello! Today I am popping in with an easy DIY of one of my favorite design elements in my recent kitchen refresh. My bar top concrete countertop. I love the mix of the concrete with the warmth of the butcher block, and best of all…it’s pretty easy to DIY yourself.

How to Make a Simple Ladder Trellis

Upcycling A Dollar Tree Hanging Shelf

I love the challenge of making an inexpensive dollar store decor item into a boutique style decor piece with paint, stencils, and decor transfers.

House Painting Project: Before and After Photos

This house painting project, like so many of our others, went from not a priority to an immediate need fast. I was sick of looking at the peeling exterior paint on the plain plywood siding. Not to mention the sad curb appeal. It took some convincing but eventually, I made my case to my husband and he agreed to at least get some quotes.The first step for anyone about to undertake this type of home improvement is to figure out if this is a project you want to DIY or hire a painting contractor. I knew this answer immediately, I would be hiring this project out. After refreshing our kid’s bathroom over the summer, I swore I would never paint anything ever again. And I meant it.Finding a Painting ContractorI’ve learned over the years that the best way to find a good contractor is through referrals. When we did our kitchen remodel, I asked our good friends who they recommended since they have remodeled two homes and the husband works in construction. Their recommendation was fantastic and once again, they came through with their paint guy.All painting contractors will come and give you a free estimate. I recommend getting 3 different estimates so you can get the going rate for your area. This also gives you some leverage should you need to negotiate. Luckily for us, our friend’s recommendation was friendly, professional and his quote couldn’t be beaten.When we met, I asked about:What was the process like? How much prep was there and what did we need to do to make the exterior house painting project a success.Was capable of doing some of the additional carpentry I was looking to have done?What his timeline would be?What was included in his quote?Exterior House Paint: Before and After PhotosIt was obvious that our house hadn’t been painted in a VERY long time, plus it just didn’t reflect our style. I wanted to update not just the exterior paint color but also add some character and detail to the house without blowing our budget. The plywood siding and stucco, while boring and dated, was still in good condition so there was no sense in taking on a full siding project. Our painting contractor added some planking to give the plywood areas a board and baton look, saving us THOUSANDS of dollars.

DIY Sign

I wanted to change up my space for spring and summer by incorporating yellows. I love lemons, so I figured I would start there! I was browsing Joann Fabrics the other day, I saw those $2 bags they have up towards the cash register, and a lemon printed one caught my eye. An idea spring to mind, and so I decided to grab the bag and head home instead of spending a ton of cash on the other incredibly cute summery signs they have. Follow along as I show you how to make the easiest sign at the lowest price!

Spring Vase Upcycle

I used fallen tree branches to upcycle a dollar store vase for a fresh spring look.

How to Turn an Broken Drawer Into Beautiful Shelves

Don't throw out that old broken drawer! Turn it into the perfect shelves to give any space a beautiful, unique look.

Bathroom Vanity Updated

Our master bathroom was in pretty desperate need of updating when we first moved into our house. And in all honesty, it still kind of is. But since we couldn’t do a full remodel at the time, I decided to prioritize and focus on a bathroom vanity update. It is amazing what a difference it made!Disclaimer: In the name of full transparency, please be aware that this blog post contains affiliate links and any purchases made through such links will result in a small commission for me (at no extra cost for you). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Easy Plastic Plant Pot Makeover

Anyone else having spring fever at the moment? Not the allergies – although I have that too – but the overwhelming urge to plant everything in sight. Sowing, pruning, propagating, repotting! It’s all well and good until you realize you got ahead of yourself propagating enough plants to reforest the Amazon, and you’re running out of plant pots...Read the steps below or view the full blog post to find out how to upcycle any simple plant pot you found in your stash and turn it into a cool planter that deserves a place in your home.

DIY End Table to Hide the Shredder

*This post is sponsored by GBC. All thoughts and opinions are my own*Shredders are a fantastic way to get rid of secure materials, but they aren’t always the best looking or fit nicely into the decor. Since I’m all about beauty AND function over here, I decided to create a much cuter way to house my function driven shredder. Here is the tutorial of how I made a DIY end table to house my new shredder. Let’s get started!Before: The reason for building the DIY end table

How To Make Faux Leather Curtain Tassels

Give your curtains the trim with this easy project. We are all about how to make big faux leather curtain tassels!This project is sew simple (see what I did there?). I needed a little more “wow” for the curtain panels in my most recent One Room Challenge. You can see the final reveal here. I loved the plaid panels and the added faux leather curtain tassels made all the difference.

Broken Ceiling Fan Light Kit to Solar Chandelier

Our 20 year old ceiling fan broke and was being replaced. Being the crafting person I am, I couldn’t just throw the old fan with lights away. I wanted to salvage all the pieces I could for those future projects you read about on Hometalk.com. I took the whole thing apart and saved pretty much everything except the broken motor and the housing. Many of the parts will become wind chimes at a later date. The blades and glass light covers are headed to my local thrift store.