Mia and I saw a TikTok video of someone making Christmas tree cakes herself instead of buying the store bought ones and we wanted to try! But I put an extra spin on mine! We also made Christmas tree cake pops with the leftover cake and they were delicious!!! Recipe Below: Homemade Christmas Tree Cakes…
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Building Oak Cabinet Doors from Scratch: Affordable, Durable & Custom-Made
I finally tackled one of my most challenging DIYs yet, building custom oak raised-panel cabinet doors from scratch! From routing and sanding to staining and installing soft-close hinges, I’m sharing the full process, mistakes and all.
Laundry Room Makeover Part 3: Faux Marble Countertop, Beautiful Tile Backsplash, a DIY Drying Rack and Lighting!
-this post contains affiliate links- Let’s build a countertop!!! Before getting started, I actually asked ChatGPT to show me what the laundry room would look like with a wooden countertop versus a marble one, and the results definitely helped me visualize it. I was torn between doing a faux marble finish (like I did in…
Laundry Room Makeover Part 2: Face Frame, Stenciled Textured & Built-In Tineco Storage Drawer
In this phase of my DIY laundry room makeover, I finished the custom oak cabinet face frames, added a textured wall design using joint compound, and built a drawer to hide (and charge!) my Tineco vacuum and mop. Because why not make laundry day a little prettier and more functional? It’s amazing what a little creativity, scrap wood, and a lot of patience can do!
Laundry Room Makeover Part 1: Custom DIY Laundry Cabinets for Small Spaces
We took our laundry room down to the bones and rebuilt it with custom cabinets designed to fit our new LG washer/dryer combo, plus storage for my Tineco vacuum and mop. In this post, I’m sharing the step-by-step process of measuring, building, staining, and installing each cabinet, along with a few problem-solving tricks and fun moments along the way.
Laundry Room Remodel – The Plan + Demo
This laundry room wasn’t working for our family, so we gave it a full DIY overhaul. From tearing out the old cabinet to building custom storage and adding a sleek new backsplash, every detail was designed to make the space more functional and beautiful.
What We Discovered Behind Our Wall!
We discovered a hollow space behind a kitchen wall and turned it into custom built-in storage. In this post, I’m sharing how we transformed unused wall space into a functional cabinet, from cutting into drywall to building the face frame and doors. This hidden storage hack might just inspire your next DIY project!
Cinnamon Swirl Bread (with Buttery Brown Sugar Crust)
This soft and fluffy cinnamon swirl bread is a cozy twist on my favorite homemade white bread recipe. It’s filled with a buttery cinnamon-sugar ribbon and topped with a sweet, crackly crust that bakes to golden perfection. Whether you’re toasting it for breakfast or snacking straight from the loaf, this bread is simple to make and impossible to resist.
Coat Closet Turned Salt Water Aquarium!! What?!
The post details a couple’s renovation of a coat closet into a functional space for a 33-gallon saltwater aquarium and a litter box. They carefully removed existing items, framed the closet for weight support, installed electrical wiring, applied waterproofing, and added decorative elements. Eventually, they created a cohesive design, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.
Amazon Best Sellers & Fave Products!
-this post contains affiliate links- First up are these amazingly easy to install shelves in Mia’s room! These shelves took no tools aside from my hands and what came in the box! They come with a plastic strip with a sticky back that has a level on it and a spot to add these claw…