Millie’s Remodel: Framing, Electrical, & Plumbing – Oh My!
Millie's Remodel: Framing, Electrical, & Plumbing - Oh My!
Come take a peek into the Millie's Remodel project house and see the progression as I start to build back after demolition. Did I say demolition is finished? I thought it was, but…
DIY Simple Fall Wreath for Less than $10
DIY Simple Fall Wreath for Less than $10
Hi everyone! Happy Fall!
Today I’m back with this super simple wreath idea that will cost you less than $10 all in! It includes using an inexpensive starburst twig wreath from Amazon and some…
How to Create a Faux Zinc Texture (with Spray Paint)
Want to give something the look of zinc metal without spending money on zinc metal? You can create the look with spray paint and this technique.
How to Create a Faux Zinc Texture (with Spray Paint)
A while ago I was thrifting with a few friends…
How to Protect Your House From Termites
How to Protect Your House From Termites or Why I'm Canceling My Termite Treatment
You may have seen my update at the Millie's Remodel and how I found termite damage under the laundry room floor. I was just completing demolition and discovered…
DIY Reversible Wooden Sign
DIY Reversible Wooden Sign on a Pedestal Base
This is an easy project to create for any season! Make your very own Fall/Christmas reversible wooden sign on a pedestal base with this easy tutorial. The top is made with a scrap 2x4, while the…
9 Ways to Make Your Home Warmer This Winter (without turning up the thermostat)
9 Ways to Make Your Home Feel Warmer this Winter
Winter brings snow days and memories of snuggling up under the blankets with hot cocoa, but one thing that isn't fun about winter are the cool drafts, cold floors, and wasted energy trying to…
25 DIY Sewing Projects to Help You Learn to Sew
Do you want to learn to sew or maybe practice some of the basic skills that you already know? These tutorials are a perfect collection of projects that will help you do just that! They are simple enough for beginners and creative enough for…
DIY Frosted Votive Candle Holders
DIY Frosted Votive Candle Holders
Hi, Pretty Handy Girl Readers! I’m back today with a super simple and inexpensive project that you can use for the upcoming holiday season. Or anytime, really! These DIY frosted votive candle holders…
How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin (Faux Painting Tutorial)
How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin
Have you seen those neon orange fake pumpkins and nearly vomited because you wouldn't dream of decorating with them. I mean—get real—everyone would know they were fake. Ah ha, but have you seen the price tags?…
How to Build Decorative Gable Attic Vents
How to Build Decorative Gable Attic Vents
When I purchased the Saving Etta house (a Triple-A construction house built in 1900), I fell in love with the decorative gable attic vent shape at first sight. The little diamonds decorating each…
Two Ways to Install a Ceiling Hook for Plants
Two Ways to Install a Ceiling Hook for Plants
There are a few different methods to install a ceiling hook to hang a plant from, but this post is going to cover two of them. The first method involves finding a joist, and the second method…
What You Need in Your Disaster Preparedness Emergency Kit
Let's take a few minutes to learn What You Need in Your Disaster Preparedness Emergency Kit. It might save your life!
What You Need in Your Disaster Preparedness Emergency Kit
Intense weather patterns are becoming much more common. Sadly…
Millie’s Remodel: HAZMAT Demolition Progress and Precautions
Millie's Remodel: HAZMAT Demolition Progress
and Precautions
It took me two weeks, but the HAZMAT demolition process is finally finished. Truth be told, I never wanted demolition to be completed more than on this house. It seemed like every…
15 Ways to Make a DIY Vertical Garden
A vertical garden can be a perfect solution for a small porch, apartment, or any other space-limited space that needs a little sprucing up. You can build one to plant herbs, succulents, flowers or whatever else you want to use to bring a little…
Make these Little Macrame Keychains in 5 Minutes
Make these Little Macrame Keychains in 5 Minutes
It’s Karen from Decor Hint and I’m back with another little macrame project for you. This project is actually more practical than just pretty to look at. Today we are making these cute…
26 Brilliant DIY Coaster Ideas
Add some personality to your home and prevent those awful rings on your tabletops by making some coasters to place under every drink! Here are 26 brilliant DIY coaster ideas to inspire you and show how you can use a variety of materials to create…
Millie’s Remodel: Mini Demolition Update
Millie's Remodel: Mini Demolition Update
I know it's been a few weeks since you had an update on the Millie's Remodel project. If you're wondering who is Millie and what am I doing to her, you can read more here. Otherwise, let me give you…
DIY His and Hers Towel Hooks
DIY His and Hers Towel Hooks
If you are short on space, add some extra storage and personality to your home with these customizable DIY his and hers towel hooks. No stencil or die cut machine required with this easy font transfer method.
This…
30+ Creative Projects using Chalkboard Paint
Chalkboard paint is such a fun addition to many different types of projects. You can turn anything into an ever-changeable work of art, or use it to label different items throughout your home. Here is a collection of 32 Creative Projects…
Screen Porch Makeover with Invisible Mosquito Screens
I'm incredibly excited about our screen porch makeover with invisible mosquito screens. But, I also can't wait to share with you the almost invisible insect window screen material I found to replace our old screen porch screens. It's honestly…