One of the more popular trends these days is a weathered plank accent wall. They’re almost as popular as the shiplap wall. I’m not too big on following fads, but I have a very small and very ugly wall that is perfect for trying out something new in decor. It’s a wall at the end of the upstairs hallway between…
Category: DIY
Make the Most of Your Space – Small Closet Makeover
If you live in an older home, you struggle: charming character, squeaky floors, and closets the size of a shoebox. When you’re trying to live more simple and stay organized, a tiny, cluttered closet just won’t cut it. That’s exactly why I tackled this small closet makeover! To transform a chaotic catch-all into a functional, frugal, and cute storage space.…
Reviving Old Floors – Peel and Stick Vinyl Flooring
Last summer, I finally got the keys to our new house. Yay! But before we could move in, something had to be done about the floors. There are wood floors in every room. I love this about the house! Unfortunately, only the kitchen and bathrooms had floors that had been replaced or refinished. The rest were in pretty sad shape.…
New House – DIY List
Since moving to the new house, I’ve talked about “the list”. It’s a list of all the projects for the house. The top picture is where I started. The bottom is from last fall… The list continues. I put “The List” is in year categories, because some of the projects are very large and expensive. Year 5 is planned to…
Choosing Paint Color for a Farm House
If you want to change your living space, the first thing that comes to mind is paint. Finding a new paint color can change the whole room in the hours it takes to dry. It sounds so easy. My problem in our new house is paint color vs. light. I fully admit that I was swayed by all the good…




