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Home » Kids Room

DIY Wall Bookshelf

January 20, 2021 In Her Garage 4 Comments

Looking for a way to organize and free up floor space in your home? Expand your DIY talents and build this adorable DIY wall bookshelf.  I built this as the final addition to my daughter's new room and although the joinery is slightly more advanced it still easy enough for a … [Read more...]

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DIY Kid’s Craft Table

August 19, 2020 In Her Garage 2 Comments

Have the kids taken over your kitchen table or island? Need somewhere to let the kids get creative? Today I am going to show you how to make a simple DIY kid’s craft table (or desk). Let's get building. DIY Kid’s Desk and Craft Table If your children are going to be home … [Read more...]

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Upcycled Magnetic Chalkboard Frame | Pretty Handy Girl

Upcycled Magnetic Chalkboard Frame

May 22, 2020 Brittany Bailey 2 Comments

I'm a serial upcycler. When I can find relatively free materials and turn them into something worth displaying, I'm thrilled! This Magnetic Chalkboard frame is one of those upcycled projects I am proud of. Upcycled Magnetic Chalkboard Frame Earlier in the week, I showed you … [Read more...]

arts and craft, Before and After, chalk paint, Chalkboard paint, creating moulding, decor, DIY, Door, framing, Home Decor, Kids Room, magnet, moulding, ReNew, sign, Trash to Treasure, Tutorial, Upcycling, wood grain

Indoor Hopscotch using Painter’s Tape

May 15, 2020 Brittany Bailey 13 Comments

Need an activity to do indoors that will help the kids burn off a little excess energy? An Indoor Hopscotch Game with Painter's Tape is just the thing you need. Indoor Hopscotch using Painter's Tape When the weather outside is frightful and your kids are less than … [Read more...]

arts and craft, kids art, Kids Room

DIY Wanderer Felt Pillow

How to Make a Felt Letter Pillow Cover

February 27, 2019 Karen Decor Hint Leave a Comment

How to Make a Felt Letter Pillow Cover Friends! I’m so excited to be back today with a new project for you, a DIY felt letter pillow cover. One of my favorite things to do is to scour home decor stores for inspiration for my kids' rooms.  I love trying to recreate trendy looks … [Read more...]

bedroom, Decorating, Home Decor, Kids Room, Pillows, Sewing, Tutorial

Faking Wall-to-Wall Carpet with an Area Rug | Pretty Handy Girl

Faking Wall-to-Wall Carpet with an Area Rug

February 15, 2016 Brittany Bailey 3 Comments

The closet renovation is coming along nicely, even though I've only been able to work on it in fits and starts. After I added a new light switch for the closet, I added any missing insulation. Then I filled any and all gaps with Great Stuff. This closet had always been very cold … [Read more...]

Closet renovation, decor, flooring, Home Decor, Kids Room, reading nook, renovation, Tutorial

DIY Door Stop with Handle

November 18, 2015 Jaime Costiglio 15 Comments

Hi Pretty Handy Readers!  Jaime here from That's My Letter sharing a quick and easy scrap wood project.  Today I'll show you the step by step tutorial for how to make a DIY Door Stop with a Leather Handle. They say necessity is the mother of invention and this is clearly a … [Read more...]

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La-Z-Boy Leah Sleeper Chair and a Half

The Best Piece of Furniture for My Growing Son

November 6, 2015 Brittany Bailey 9 Comments

Can we take a moment and talk parent-to-parent? You know how parents of grown children will tell you to cherish the moments you have with your children because they grow up so fast. You know it's true, but you can't really fathom the speed until you look back at photos that … [Read more...]

Furniture, Home Tour, Kids Room

Install a ReadyMade Mirror Frame on Door | Pretty Handy Girl

Dress Up Standard Door Mirror with READYFrame + Giveaway

September 9, 2015 Brittany Bailey 66 Comments

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...]

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DIY Kids Scooter

August 19, 2015 Jaime Costiglio 11 Comments

  Looking for a quick and easy DIY kids toy you can make at home?  Let's make kids scooters!  Hello Pretty Handy Readers I'm Jaime from That's My Letter here to share how to make these DIY Kids Scooters using scrap wood and a few hardware bits. My 9 year old … [Read more...]

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Die Ugly Toys Die

Death to Ugly Toys – DIY Tutorials for Quality Toys and Games

June 25, 2015 Brittany Bailey Leave a Comment

This summer, parents are busy trying to keep their children busy with quality games and toys. Any seasoned parent knows that those electronic noise-maker toys have no place in a sane household. With this in mind, my friend Stefanie from Brooklyn Limestone has started a summer … [Read more...]

Build It, Crafts, game, kids art, Kids Room

Knockoff PB Personalized Pinboard

March 25, 2015 Addicted 2 DIY 5 Comments

Hey everyone!  If you remember, last month, I shared with you how I updated my boys' desk in our den with a wood plank desktop.  The den is just about ready for the big reveal and now I'm just working on adding little details.  This includes these fun personalized bulletin … [Read more...]

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How to Turn a Bunk Bed into a Loft Bed | Pretty Handy Girl

How to Turn a Bunk Bed into a Loft Bed

March 6, 2015 Brittany Bailey 47 Comments

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 … [Read more...]

Bed, bedroom, Build It, Furniture, Kids Room

Racing Stripe Mirror Makeover | Pretty Handy Girl

Racing Stripe Mirror Makeover

January 9, 2015 Brittany Bailey 4 Comments

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...]

accessories, Beach, bedroom, Before and After, decor, Decorating, framing, Kids Room, milk paint, mirrored glass, ReNew, thrifting, Tutorial, Upcycling

DIY Personalized Wall Shelf

August 20, 2014 Jaime Costiglio 10 Comments

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...]

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Boy's Red, White & Blue Themed Room | Pretty Handy Girl

Red, White & Blue Themed Boy’s Room Reveal

May 30, 2014 Brittany Bailey 20 Comments

Happy Friday!!! I finally finished my son's room makeover. Poor kid has been asking for over two years when I was going to work on his room. It feels so good to be done and be able to share the final reveal with you. The theme started four years ago when I converted his … [Read more...]

accessories, bedroom, Before and After, blue, Build It, Closet renovation, Decorating, desk, Home Decor, Home Tour, Kids Room, lockers, renovation

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