Hi Pretty Handy Readers, Jaime here from That's My Letter to share a beautiful and simple storage idea using cedar boards. Let's build some DIY cedar under bed storage bins and make use of that hidden space! Cedar boards are readily available in most home improvement stores … [Read more...]
Dress Up Standard Door Mirror with READYFrame + Giveaway
You guys, I can't believe I have a middle schooler. I know, I know, I've been having a pity party for myself for two weeks. But, I'm finally coming to terms with it. This past week, I helped Handy Boy #1 de-clutter his room and carve out a space for him to do his homework … [Read more...]
DIY Wall Bookrack
Who needs kids book storage that is easily accessible and holds a ton of books? I'm Jaime from That's My Letter and today I'm sharing a DIY wall bookrack with free plans to build your own. This bookrack building project will have all your books corralled in no time. The … [Read more...]
How to Turn a Bunk Bed into a Loft Bed
Remember when I built a loft bed for my younger son? No sooner had I made his bed, when my oldest son was begging me to build him a loft bed too. Instead of starting from scratch, I was able to turn his bunk bed into a loft bed in a few simple steps. Materials: 2" wood … [Read more...]
Racing Stripe Mirror Makeover
While my sister and I were renovating the Topsail Beach condo we had a strict budget. Finding a large mirror for less than $15 was challenging until I found this mirror with potential. I know my sister was doubtful, but I had a vision. Some red milk paint, lattice and glue would … [Read more...]
Easy and Inexpensive Romantic Curtains
Are your windows naked? What's holding you back? Don't have the funds to buy some? Don't have the time to sew some? I have the instant cure for your naked windows. Get ready to make your own easy and inexpensive romantic curtains! Best of all, you don't have to sew a … [Read more...]
Updating a Nightstand {Lowe’s Creative Idea}
The best way to give your room a makeover on a budget is if you can use your existing furniture. Notice that I didn't say using it "as is". Heck no! Update your solid furniture by adding moulding, paint and new feet! (Pretty Handy Dog is already staking his claim on his … [Read more...]
DIY Personalized Wall Shelf
Happy Wednesday Pretty Handy Readers! Today's project is a DIY personalized wall shelf and I'll show you how to make it. I'm Jaime from That's My Letter, a fellow DIY blogger who builds, paints and sews. I made this wall shelf as a gift for Bryce's birthday, it makes a great … [Read more...]
Master Bedroom Reveal
When I mentioned to Pretty Handsome Guy that I was going to give our master bedroom a makeover, he thought I was nuts. I did paint this room when we first moved into our home seven years ago. And I gave it a mini-makeover in 2011. But, it was exciting to be able to repaint … [Read more...]
Painted Vanity Nightstand
In the quest to makeover our master bedroom and save money, I've been painting several pieces of furniture to coordinate with the new bed I built. One of the pieces I painted was this small desk that doubles as a nightstand. Our bedroom isn't very large and our master bathroom … [Read more...]
Farmhouse King Size Bed with Storage
The master bedroom is almost finished. If you've been following along, I decided to give our bedroom a makeover when we upgraded our mattress to a king size. That decision has resulted in a few "give a mouse a cookie" decisions. Every time we needed a new mattress, we discussed … [Read more...]
Aqua Dresser Makeover – What’s Knot to Love?
You know you've seen those knotty pine dressers from yesteryear. Their spotlight has faded and they are finding themselves at thrift shops, ReStores or worse yet...at the curb. I'm begging you to let this knotty eyesore back into your home. It doesn't have to be banished. … [Read more...]
DIY Striped Euro Shams
Every DIYer loves a little drop cloth project right? Jaime from That's My Letter here to share how to make striped euro shams. Using drop cloth and acrylic craft paint, I made these grain sack inspired shams to finish off our new poster bed. I added piping to finish … [Read more...]
How to Paint an Ombré Wall Technique
Ombré painting is EVERYWHERE. Clothing, home décor and even wall paint techniques. An ombré wall is the paint technique I chose to create a misty and ethereal look in our master bedroom. It started when I fell in love with Kendall Charcoal by Benjamin Moore but didn't want to … [Read more...]
How to Paint Your Room Twice as Fast – HomeRight PaintSticks Review
Remember when I declared that I only use a handful of painting products that I've used for 15 years? I usually detest "new and improved" painting gadgets. I've tried many and they are usually a flop or not as efficient as my current arsenal of painting tools. So, you'll … [Read more...]
DIY Button Pendant Light {#LowesCreator Idea}
While I was house touring on Tybee Island and having fun antique and salvage shopping in Savannah, I spied some bare lamp shade frame hanging lights. They immediately inspired me to design a DIY Button Pendant Light for over my bedside table in our master bedroom. Part of the … [Read more...]