DIY Challenge: bookcase to free-standing small pet gate/display sign/game...
I was recently invited to participate in a fun DIY challenge created by HomeTalk and Wayfair. A little DIY + creativity turned a bookcase into a free-standing gate with chalkboard for multi-functional...
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It’s that time of the week again, time to share and show off your DIY projects. A quick recap from last week at DIY Show Off. The theme seemed to be “small”… bookcase repurpose: 3 uses (free-standing...
View ArticleBefore/After Thrift Store Play Kitchen
No little ones at our house but I do have a 3-year-old nephew and two nieces under 4-years-old. Not to mention someday (not anytime soon…I’m in no rush), I’ll have grandchildren. So when I see fun...
View ArticleHomeTalk Kitchen Chat
When we moved in, our kitchen left a LOT to be desired… (before and after kitchen) A huge renovation was not in the budget, but we were able to make some changes to brighten and update our kitchen with...
View ArticleSilhouette Portrait Giveaway
One of the things I love about owning my Silhouette is the ability to create cute customized vinyl labels… labeled storage dresser in hallway And since welcoming CocoRosie to our family recently…....
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Hello, DIY friends! It’s that time of the week…time for a fresh new DIY linky party and some awesome DIY features. What a strange week here weather wise. 88 degrees on Thursday and of course I planted...
View ArticleDIY {northern hemisphere/globe} light fixture cover
DIY Globe Light Fixture Cover After I completed the wall mounted-pallet shelf, I updated some of the light fixtures including the one in the sitting room… Allen + Roth Edison Oil Rubbed Bronze However,...
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It’s that time of the week, time for THAT DIY PARTY! With the weather finally cooperating, I’ve been working on about 4 projects all at the same time. Exhausting. Sore-muscles kind of days. But...
View ArticlePatio Season {small updates}
I love that the weather is warming up! We have a patio off of the back of the house which we utilize as an outdoor room in the spring, summer and fall. We spend a lot of time in this...
View ArticleFrogTape Earn Your Stripes Contest
FrogTape “Earn Your Stripes” contest….win $5000! As you know, I’m always using FrogTape around here on one project or another and a brand ambassador on the FrogTape Blog Squad. Guess what?! I’m so...
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Hellooooo DIY friends! It’s that time of the week – time to see your DIY creativity, productivity and inspiring projects. First, a quick recap of my week here at DIY Show Off… I’m working on a patio...
View ArticlePatio Swing Before and After
The patio makeover is looking so good but our canopied swing was looking a little tired… I love the drapes we use on our gazebo every year. I purchased them years ago from Moshells.com. The sheer...
View ArticleTHAT DIY PARTY and DIY Highlights
Every week, I have the best time going through the awesome project links at THAT DIY PARTY. And I’m inspired by your creativity. Thank you so much for sharing! Here are some amazing do-it-yourself...
View ArticleFree Standing Pallet Herb Garden
Our vegetable garden is located a few acres from the house. Wanting to have a small herb garden closer to the patio, grill and kitchen and inspired by so many vertical pallet planters (thanks,...
View ArticleAwesome DIY Highlights and THAT DIY PARTY
Everybody! It’s time to party! Have a project that took some thought, hard work, sweat, blood, tears? Break a nail? Make a mess? Be proud! SHOW it OFF! DIY Show Off Recap: I have something to show off...
View ArticleDIY {dresser drawer} Dog Bed
As a part of the Lowe’s Creative Ideas team, I was excited that the May Challenge revealed using Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year…emerald! I knew it’d be the perfect fun color for the new dog bed I...
View ArticleSilhouette Fabric Interfacing Tutorial and Giveaway
As a Silhouette America affiliate, I have the opportunity to try new products and earn a small commission on sales while passing along special promotions. Here’s the current deal with awesome savings....
View ArticleA Bit of Southern Hospitality
I just wanted to share a quick shout out to my friend, Rhoda, at Southern Hospitality today for featuring a DIY Show Off home tour. I’ve “known” sweet Rhoda for years and finally had the fun...
View ArticleTHAT DIY PARTY and DIY Favorites
Hello, DIY friends! Happy Memorial Day Weekend! For most, it’s the first weekend of the summer filled with picnics and family get togethers, making memories, but the long weekend is also perfect for...
View ArticlePainted Stenciled Paneled Walls
Angel’s Room: When my sister planned her move from Florida to PA last summer, I can’t tell you how happy we all were! We love having her ‘home’! The budget for decorating their rental home was super...
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