DIY Home Projects

We were just starting shopping for a new mattress for our Graystone Beach cottage. When we received an email from Polysleep with an invitation to review their mattress, it felt …

Learn how to paint a lamp base with this simple yet beautiful nautical table lamp makeover idea. Step-by-step tutorial is included.

A salvaged catering tray was the inspiration for this simple DIY vinyl project: a faux mosaic serving tray. Plus 11 more vinyl craft ideas to explore!

Painting a set of inexpensive wooden salad tongs takes them from ordinary to extraordinary! I’m excited to share this latest project idea that’ll leave you with colourfully painted wooden tongs …

Even though we learned how to make a monkey fist by accident, yours will turn out beautifully with our simple video tutorial.

Enjoy the little things with this DIY canvas wall hanging using simple sewing and a pop of raspberry coloured iron-on vinyl.

Filled with fairy lights, flowers and a simple frosted finish these hanging DIY MASON JAR LANTERNS are a simple way to add romance to your home decor.

Add some unexpected citrus decor to your home this Summer with these quick and easy to paint lemon and lime painted rocks.

Looking for some creative yard sale finds before and afters? Check out the transformation of this upcycled mirror and bar stools!

We’ll show you how to make this charming farmhouse styled DIY towel rack using some leftover wood pallets for your next project. Making a Rustic Farmhouse Towel Rack One of …

We’re certain you’ll enjoy making these easy-peasy strawberry painted rocks just as much as we did. Sweet although-not-edible Strawberry Painted Rocks After recently visiting a local farm, I was reminded …

Are you considering installing Lifeproof flooring in your home? Check out our tips for installing vinyl plank flooring over ceramic tiles in a bathroom.

Add some organization to your space with this functional and versatile DIY storage ottoman. We’ll show you the steps to making this easy to sew project.

I am a stickler for punctuation and completing projects on time so when we surpassed our 6 week one room challenge timeline, I was feeling the pressure! So it’s with …

Transform your patio with budget-friendly front porch planters including coastal, farmhouse, modern, rustic styles and more.

This easy upcycled driftwood candle holder project is a simple way to add a coastal touch to your home, cottage or special event decorating.

Our momentum may have slowed somewhat as we find ourselves smack dab in the middle of our bathroom renovation. But with only 6 weeks to get this project from start …

We’ve compiled a list of 10+ fun and practical Cricut EasyPress projects you never knew you could make! Get ready to be inspired.

Installing a new tub and shower as part of our one room bathroom renovation challenge is complete and we’re happily sharing the progress.

We’ve been hearing a lot about essential oils lately and since we’ve been curiously dabbling in them, we were excited for the opportunity to explore Simply Earth’s essential oil subscription …

Learn how to make your own curtains with this step-by-step tutorial. A perfect beginner sewing project including tips for measuring and selecting fabrics.

I’m very excited to announce our next BIG DIY project: the complete overhaul of my outdated and worn out 1970’s slash 1980’s bathroom! Design Plans for our Bathroom Remodel The …

Looking for a quick, creative and inexpensive way to freshen up your wall decor? Create some fun and cheap DIY wall decor using beach stones!

Learn how to make your own one-of-a-kind DIY console table with hairpin legs and a stained barn board table top. Step-by-step photo tutorial included!

Pick up the free crochet pillow cover pattern for this coastal-inspired “Sand Dollar Throw Pillow”, a perfect way to freshen up your spring-time living room decor.

No green thumbs needed with these potted felt succulents. Make your own felt succulent mini pots with our printable patterns.

Hi friends! Although most of us are pretty eager to look ahead to Spring, it’s a bit too soon to bring out the soft pastels and pretty florals. There is …

One project, two tablescapes! Learn how to make placemats that are reversible with this simple beginner sewing tutorial for your home.

Great tutorial for how to make your own farmhouse style DIY planter box with free plans. Perfect for front porch flower arrangements & container gardening!

Move over evergreen, this rustic DIY driftwood Christmas tree may just be the new centerpiece for the holidays or creative front porch decor all year round.

The classic DIY wheat wreath gets glam with a little paint and glitter! Plus many more Fall wreath ideas to get you inspired for autumn decorating!

A few things instantly come to mind when we think of the word nautical: sailboats are one of them.  So we thought it’d be fun to make this concrete and …

Create your own woodland baby shower decorations with these no-sew felt ornaments and hang them on a twigy tree for an instantly adorable centerpiece.

Decorating your home doesn’t have to be expensive. Add an earthy, boho touch to your home office with a simple stacked stone or driftwood air plant display.

Looking for lake house decorating ideas? We’ll show you how to make your own driftwood crab art as well as other DIY beach-loving decor ideas.

Card making was always one of my favorite crafts and to this day I love to make (and receive) handmade cards. If you’re the same way or are just new …

This simple method for how to paint kitchen cabinets without sanding saved us thousands of dollars in laminate kitchen cabinet painting costs!

Over a dozen of the best beach decor ideas from coastal bloggers around the world. Find summer DIY inspiration for your home, cottage or beach house!

Revealing the new Graystone Beach coastal cottage kitchen renovation! Such a great budget friendly kitchen remodel wiht plenty of DIY ideas.

Do you love the scent of lavender as much as we do?  If so, you will love this simple, all natural, chemical-free DIY sugar scrub recipe. It’s the perfect addition to …