Small Storage Crates
So what did you think of the bathroom makeover yesterday? Pretty cool right? Well, the outside of the cabinets wasn’t the only transformation I made in our master ensuite – I also upped our storage and organization game with a few small storage crates. This came about because my Dad is obsessed with condiment trays. […]
DIY – Free-Standing Pet Gate
Do you have a dog? Do you want to keep that dog contained somehow – like off of your carpet with their muddy little paws? We did. We had two BIG dogs. With BIG muddy feet. AND they liked to greet people at the door… but not everyone was thrilled at the prospect of 200 […]
10 DIY Furniture Projects for Beginners
If you’re looking to add some new pieces to your current decor, but don’t have the budget for big-box stores, make your own with these 10 DIY furniture projects for beginners. My formal carpentry training consists of wood shop in grades 7 and 8 – and while that is two years of pretty intensive hands-on […]
DIY Nightstand
Today’s the day! The day I showcase a build over on The House of Wood! It’s something you won’t have seen on this blog – and it has my favourite features – function, form and it’s easy-to-make. I figured that since Jen was sharing one of my builds to her readers, then it’s only fair […]
DIY Makeup Caddy
Is YouTube killing you? It’s killing me. My girls watch endless videos – everything from kids playing video games to makeup tutorials – and everything they see they want to try. We’ve caved and let them play MineCraft and Sims, and for Christmas all Madison asked for was makeup. (Don’t worry, this is for play, […]
Simple Toy Display
This has been a week of I.O.U.’s over here. I promised my Dad I’d build him a condiment carrier, I promised Chloë I’d build her a tiered shelf to display her toys, I promised Madison I’d refinish a mirror for her…. Technically not I.O.U.’s as in money – but simple projects that I’ve put off […]
Classroom Coat Rack
*This post contains affiliate links and sponsored materials. Are your (or have your) kids ever been in a portable? Those boxes that make up classrooms outside of the school building? Miss Madison was in a portable last year, and this year it’s Chloë’s turn to enjoy the cozy atmosphere (find a silver lining folks) – […]