Summer Home Tour

It's freaking summer already people! This year is flying by so fast! My house was actually clean the other day, so I decided it was time to finally show you guys a little more of my house. 

How to Make a Rice Knife Block - Building Plans

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I've been wanting to build this project for a long while. We're not too fancy in our house. We don't have a full set of matching knives in a beautiful, custom knife block. We have a random assortment of hand-me-downs and Ikea specials. I'd seen knives stored in rice before and thought making a custom box would be the perfect solution. 

Father's Day Workbench/Shelving Kit Giveaway

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You guys know I'm friends with Simpson Strong-Tie®. I teamed up with them to build my Tall Printer's Cabinet and my Rolling Outdoor Island. In fact, I have the privilege of being named one of the 2016 Simpson Strong-Tie Brand Ambassadors. 

Desktop Football Toss Game - Building Plans

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I've got a fun Father's day idea for you today that you can build in one afternoon and will cost less than $10 to make! Last Monday I told you about the Football Toss DIY Workshop, hosted at your local Home Depot store on Saturday, June 18th, at 10 A.M. 

Father's Day Football Toss DIY Workshop

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I've got an important announcement people! Your dad does not want another tie for Father's Day. What the dad in your life really wants for Father's Day is a way to relax and have some fun. Luckily, The Home Depot is hosting a DIY Workshop at your local store, where you can build Dad one of these awesome DIY Football Toss Games. Click the link below to register at the location nearest you. 

60 Outdoor Project You Can Build Yourself

The weather is gorgeous here in the Southwest and we are soaking it up! We are spending more time outside and I've been motivated to spruce up out outdoor space. After searching the web, I've rounded up 60 of the best DIY outdoor projects to share with you. 

Check them out and make sure to pin from the original source!

How to Make a Solar Mobile Chandelier

I've been in love with the Mobile Chandelier from West Elm for a long while. I've been scheming of a way to make my own for months. I was walking through the garden center of Walmart last week and I discovered  these. 

So, if my idea worked, not only would I have my West Elm knock off, but I could hang a chandelier over my patio without having to run new electrical. 

Good news. It totally worked! I love it and if you scroll down, you can learn how to make your own solar powered mobile chandelier.

DIY Industrial Style Tiki Torch

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How's the weather where you are? It's been absolutely gorgeous here lately. We've been trying to spend as much time outside as possible. Although the days are getting longer, our backyard can get pretty dark. Bamboo tiki torches aren't my style, and steel torches can run upwards of $40 each. I came up with a DIY solution that costs only around $13 per torch, including fuel.

Rolling Outdoor Island Building Plans

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Is the weather gorgeous where you live too? In Arizona, this is the time of year we have to run outdoors and take advantage of the nice temperatures while we still have them. 120 degrees are right around the corner.

Wood and Metal Planter Box Building Plans

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Happy spring everyone! I don't know about where you are, but the weather has been absolutely gorgeous here in Arizona and it has me feeling all outdoorsy. 

Modern Curtain Rod and Finial Tutorial

My plan is to stick with simple white walls in the new house, so I decided I need to introduce some color. I fell in love with the Sanela velvet curtains from Ikea in the color "dark turquoise". Our house has 9ft ceilings, so the fact that the Sanela panels comes in extra long lengths sealed the deal. 

With my curtains picked out, I started brainstorming ideas for modern looking curtain rods and finials that I could make myself. I've gotta say, I'm really happy with the simple, inexpensive design I came up with! Once again, I partnered with my friends at Rockler to show you how its done.

DIY Hourglass

I've always had a love for hourglasses. My dream thrift store find would be an antique hourglass, but I'm not holding my breath till that day comes. In the meantime, I created my own DIY hourglass from a couple empty soap bottles and a few supplies from the craft store. 

14 DIY Kitchen Remodels to Inspire

First of all, I have to thank you all for the overwhelming response to my Stacked Cabinet Kitchen Reveal. You guys leave the nicest comments! Remodeling our new house has been a lot of work and its so nice to know my efforts are appreciated. 

With kitchen remodels on the brain, I've come across some pretty amazing makeovers by my fellow bloggers. If you are contemplating a DIY renovation, or you just like looking at amazing "before and after" pictures, scroll down. Check out these kitchen remodels and remember to give these awesome ladies their due and please pin from the original source. 

How to Install an Apron Sink in a Stock Cabinet

When we first started to plan the new kitchen design, one essential element I knew I wanted to include was an apron front sink. I also knew it was going to be a hard sell to my husband. He's not a big fan of the farmhouse style, and has openly expressed his dislike for apron sinks. 

I was planning more of a modern look for the kitchen, and when I showed my husband this stainless steel apron sink from Moen, he could see the vision and agreed. Success! We chose the STo faucet and a modern soap pump, and we were ready to get to work. 

Stacked Cabinet Kitchen Makeover

Finally!!! I can show you part of my house remodel. We spent the largest amount of time and money on updating the kitchen, but I think it was worth all of it! The kitchen is the heart of the home right? And supposedly kitchens and bathrooms give the best return on investment. 

DIY Industrial Storage Cubbies

Our new house, like many houses, is full of stuff. Some good stuff, some junky stuff. Stuff that needs to find a home. Inspired by vintage metal locker systems I have seen, I decided to build a cubby storage system to hide all the crap we have laying around. 

Wood and Acrylic Bathroom Shelf

I have been waiting impatiently to share my latest project with you guys! I have a group of some amazing DIY blogging buddies and we like to get together for monthly building challenges. Remember when I built my 3 leg table side table? That was my contribution to the One Board Challenge. 

Tall Printer's Cabinet

I have some super exciting things going on right now. First, if you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you know that we moved into a new house a few months ago. In addition to remodeling the kitchen, the floors, and workshop area, I have been busy building furniture to fill the rooms. 

This year also brings some new collaborations. I have the privilege of being one of the 2016 Brand Ambassadors, representing *Simpson Strong-Tie®. Strong-Tie products are the industry standard in construction. The odds are very good that the home you live in was built using *Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors and fasteners. Anyone who has read this blog knows that I can be a bit of a perfectionist with my builds. I absolutely love the idea of working with a company who also doesn't settle for "good enough". I can't wait to show you the projects I have come up with, utilizing *Simpson Strong-Tie® quality products! Today, I'll share the first. 

LARGE Hairpin Dining Table

You guys know I have a love for hairpin legs. I've used them on my Mid-Century Industrial storage unit, on my Hairpin Leg Vanity, and I've even shared a tutorial how to make your own DIY hairpin legs.