Little free libraries are a great way to promote literacy and a love for reading in your community. They’re also a fun way to exchange books with neighbors and see what they’re reading! You can make a little library out of anything—from mini fridges to kitchen cabinets—but they won’t necessarily hold up well outside in […]
My parents needed furniture for their back porch, but patio sets can be SO expensive and usually aren’t the best quality. Even when you look at solid wood outdoor furniture, companies often use lower quality wood, fasteners, and cushions. I don’t know about you, but if I’m going to drop $1,000+ on furniture, it had […]
Whether you’re painting a door, ceiling, or detailed wainscoting, I’ve got you covered! Here’s a list of all of my favorite painting tools and supplies, including my airless paint sprayers. This post may include affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you click on the link and/or purchase from that site. […]
Do you have old hardware with a brass coating that’s worn off? Or maybe just something new that you want to make look like antique brass? Either way, this antique brass faux finish is surprisingly easy to achieve, especially on smaller pieces! Let me show you how I achieved a realistic brass finish on my […]
Unlike concrete acid stains and semi-transparent concrete stains, a solid concrete stain doesn’t show any color differences or imperfections underneath. Instead, it provides fully opaque coverage and gives an even appearance. It’s great for matching concrete slabs of different ages and shades as well as hiding concrete crack patches. But because solid color concrete stain […]
My parents just bought a 1915 Craftsman home, and I’m fixing it up before they move in later this year—starting with the back porch! And no Southern back porch is complete without a pair of rocking chairs. But not just any pair… I want these to be super comfy with built-in back support and made […]
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