Hi all, Pretty Handsome Guy here filling in for Brittany. Last night Brittany and I were wrapping presents and I thought I'd share with you some common gift wrap problems and how to deal with them. Think of this as the polar opposite of her Creative Gift Wrapping series of … [Read more...]
Personalized Wood Slice Coasters
Today I have the ever fabulous and always vivacious Corey on stage. She will be sharing how to make these Personalized Wood Slice Coasters.Corey is the rockstar designer behind Sawdust 2 Stitches. As if you had any doubt, this girl is multi-talented with her building and … [Read more...]
How to Build Custom Built-In Bookcases
Matt & Jacque are here today to show you an amazing feat. They will show you how to build custom built in bookcases. You may remember this DIY Performing duo as former contributors. I know you've missed them and I'm sure you're excited to see Matt & Jacque back … [Read more...]
State Pride Magnetic Key Holder
Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Brad! Brad is our first guy rocker to join the tour. He has an amazing creative brain and woodworking skills that will blow your mind. Brad has created this State Pride Magnetic Key Holder for you to build. And if you look close you'll notice … [Read more...]
How to Build a Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece
Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Amy, with the tutorial to make this perfectly rustic Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece.Amy is the creative artist and builder behind Her Tool Belt! You may remember her amazing rustic chevron twin bed that crashed Pinterest (well, not … [Read more...]
Refinishing a Mid-Century Sideboard
Have you ever turned down a piece of furniture that looks ruined? Aha, today's rocker is Emily and she has the superpower to make furniture look brand new again! On the Rockstar DIY stage today is a performance you won't forget. Emily will single-handedly take you through the … [Read more...]
Rockstar DIY Series
I'm sending PrettyHandyGirl.com on tour! We will be traveling the country and beyond to gather DIY tutorials from a selection of the most talented DIY Bloggers on earth. I am super excited to introduce to you these 15 Rockstar DIY bloggers who will be sharing their talents with … [Read more...]
Homemade Tea Bags by Songbird
Homemade Tea Bags Oooo, you are going to be so excited! I have a very special lady visiting today, she traveled all the way from the Netherlands to share her Très Frugal DIY gift idea with you.Please welcome the very sweet and very savvy Marianne!Hello sweet friends. … [Read more...]
Très Frugal – A Month Worth of DIY Gift Ideas
At the end of every year I'm struck by how much money is spent on holiday gift giving. There are so many people to buy for! As an answer to the age old question, "What should I get _______?" I'm teaming up with several bloggers to bring you Trés Frugal in November.At the … [Read more...]
Mosaicworks Glass Tile Rainbow Mirror {Guest Post}
Have you ever been browsing Pinterest or the blog world and come across an artist that has literally left your mouth hanging open? Well Karen from MosaicWorks may have caused me to drool a bit on my keyboard. I immediately asked her if she'd like to share a tutorial with … [Read more...]
How to Create a Meaningful Home in Three Steps
Creating a meaningful home isn't an overnight process. I think many people are discouraged with their dwelling if it isn't the home of their dreams. I look at creating a meaningful home in three stages. Each stage is important to loving the home that you have now, even with its … [Read more...]
Tiled End Table Makeover – Guest Post by Design Megillah
Rita from Design Megillah is here today. This gal has more creative talent in her little finger than most people have in their whole body! I've been following Rita's blog, for over a year now. I was first drawn to her blog because of the clean look. But, I was soon hooked by all … [Read more...]
How to Replace Garage Door Extension Springs – Guest Post Home Repair Tutor
Hey guys and gals, I have a special guest for you today! Today I have a real life Handy Man today. That's right we're bringing in a little testosterone to mix things up.This is Jeff aka Pretty Handy Man:Jeff writes Home Repair Tutor, a blog that shares … [Read more...]
Installing a Split Face Travertine Backsplash
I met Jacque and Matt from The DIY Village recently at Haven. They are such an adorable (AND TALL) couple:Seriously, these two are TALL, I'm 5'6" and I was wearing heels in that picture! Poor Matt was one of the few guy bloggers at Haven, but he was able to ham it up with us … [Read more...]
Pallet Love – Guest Post by East Coast Creative
Today I have a special guest. Well, make that two special guests: Monica and Jess, the fabulous gals of East Coast Creative! But, before I let them take the reins I want to let you know that I'm secretly jealous that these two DIY gals live close to each other and … [Read more...]
Silverware Wind Chime – DIY Talent Songbird
With a tweet and a whistle and a song in her heart, our next DIY Talent Parade participant is gliding....wait, no make that flying down the street! Whoa, well, I'm sure you've guessed by now that this talented gal is part avian. That's right, I have the beautiful and exotic … [Read more...]