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By Morgan Saylor On March 17, 2017

DIY Chandelier

Looking for an inexpensive, yet stylish and sophisticated light fixture you can make yourself? Here is a DIY chandelier tutorial...


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Tags: DIY, Design, Homemade,

By Morgan Saylor On February 10, 2017

DIY Bookshelf Bench

In need of a comfy space-filler? Look no further. Blogger Krys has created this banquette seat using a shelving unit, which was...


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Tags: DIY, Easy, tutorial,

No one has ever lodged the complaint “I have too much shelving in my house!” If you’re tight on space or maybe just want to add...


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Tags: DIY, Design, Interior Design,

By Morgan Saylor On October 14, 2016

DIY Sliding Doors

Sliding doors and barn doors are a trend that don’t appear to be going away anytime soon, and we’re happy about that! The best...


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Tags: DIY, door, how-to,

By Morgan Saylor On August 19, 2016

DIY Patio Seating

It’s the season to porch-sit.

As summer rolls into fall, there’s nothing like enjoying your outdoor space at home. But if you...


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Tags: DIY, Patio, how-to,

By Morgan Saylor On April 11, 2016

How-to: Shiplap Walls

Shiplap walls transcend a variety of genres: farmhouse, rustic, nautical, cottage, shabby chic – you name it. Here is a helpful...


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Tags: DIY, Home, cottage,