Build this simple DIY platform bed for your home!! This platform bed is a minimalist's dream and it fits in perfectly with the new and trending BoHo decor style. DIY Platform Bed Hey everyone, this is Kristen from In Her Garage and I am going to show you how to build an … [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...]
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...]
How to Paint an Ombré Wall Technique
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 … [Read more...]
25 Dreamy Blue Paint Color Choices
It's no secret that one of the quickest and least expensive ways to transform a room is with paint. Choosing the right color, however, can be tricky. It's always recommended to paint some sample colors in the room you'll be painting. Both natural and artificial lighting play huge … [Read more...]
Summer Tour of Homes – Welcome to My Home
Welcome, welcome! I'm so glad to see you made it. I hope you didn't get lost. Did you just get here from Angie's house at the Country Chic Cottage? Her home is so cozy and beautiful (so make sure you didn't miss her stop on the tour!) I'm so glad to have you over … [Read more...]
Leen the Graphics Queen and Installing Wall Vinyl
I had the opportunity to meet Leen the Graphics Queen last week when she, her husband and her two sweet boys were in town. We met at Monkey Joe's (an inflatable playground) and our boys had a fun and energetic afternoon playing together. If you haven't heard of Leen, she is … [Read more...]
Painting Dandelions on the Wall
It's Friday!!! But, it's not just any friday. No, no, no. This friday I'm headed to the beach with some other mom friends. No kids, no husbands, NO BOYS, just us 5 mommas! I can't wait. But, I promised to show you the graphic I painted on our bedroom wall. I know, I teased you … [Read more...]