A collection of inexpensive wax melt molds for every occasion and season. From squares and hearts to gummy bears and flamingos and everything in-between. When I started making candles, it only made sense to make wax melts too. They make fabulous gifts and they’re the perfect project to use up leftover scented wax. Or you…
This shared girls’ bedroom gets a stylish Boho makeover with Ikea bunk beds, DIY floating desks, a window seat, and a fun accent wall. The long-awaited girls’ bedroom makeover is finally finished! I know it’s been a long time coming. And the reason it’s finally finished? We’re moving! Nothing like getting the house ready to…
Find the perfect entryway shoe storage solution for your own home with this collection of simple entryway and mudroom organization ideas. There’s nothing worse than a giant pile of dirty shoes in the entryway. Ok I suppose I can think of a few worse things… but still. No one can find both shoes when it’s…
These quick and easy DIY orange and clove wax melts are the perfect thing to make your home smell amazing during the holidays! If you want to make soy candles, check out this tutorial. Why Use Soy Wax? Soy wax is quickly gaining popularity because it’s a natural product (unlike the more common paraffin wax)…
Learn how to make scented candles for Fall in any container you choose with this quick and easy tutorial! DIY scented candles are the perfect way to add some cozy Fall cheer to your home! I wanted my candles to be earthy and a little bit rustic, so I headed to Goodwill and looked for…
A backyard dining space gets a stylish Boho patio makeover for Summer! Today I’m so excited to share my new patio refresh. My old Ikea patio dining set was still in great shape after five years. All except the plastic composite table top, which seemed to absorb everything that touched it. Anything oily seemed to…
Create these ultra-easy portable outdoor string light poles in 15 minutes! They’re perfect if you’re renting or don’t want to dig holes! A few years ago, I wrote this post on how to hang string lights from simple removable poles. It quickly became the most popular post on my entire site. I’ve created some variations…
A cozy backyard patio gets a colorful Bohemian makeover! We added a Costco gazebo to the backyard several years ago, and I’ve been in love with my outdoor living room ever since! But it was time for a little refresh! This time I wanted brighter colors and a fun Boho-chic vibe. Almost everything in this…
These easy DIY coat racks are perfect for modern entryways and mudrooms! Anyone else dealing with piles of stuff deposited by the front and back doors? I finally had enough and decided it was time to build some simple coat hook racks for my entryway. And while I was at it, I made 4 racks…
I’m so excited to be participating in my first-ever Holiday home tour today, hosted by 11 Magnolia Lane and Evolution of Style! Each day, several bloggers will be sharing their amazing Holiday Home Tours. You can see the whole tour at the bottom of this post. Boho Christmas Mantel Aren’t we all so ready for…
Now that we’re all realizing we’re going to be working and schooling from home for the forseeable future, it’s time to get some furniture. Whether you’re doing distance learning, homeschooling, furnishing a dorm room, or just setting up a homework station or simple home office, these inexpensive desk chairs will fit the bill. Please read…
A small front porch gets a modern makeover with boho macrame swings. This budget-friendly transformation is relaxing and beautiful! Happy almost Summer! I’ve always loved swings…I would even put them inside if I had the chance. But Peter has always shut down my plans for swings… in the gazebo, the back patio… and almost the…
Outdoor string lights are wildly popular, and for good reason! They feel magical and bring a warm, intimate ambiance to any party or outdoor living space. Inexpensive, simple for the average person to DIY, relatively easy to put up and take down with the seasons, and the list goes on… And if you’re still not…
Turn a closet into a small home office nook! This modern “cloffice” features several clever Ikea office ideas and hacks, and easy DIY projects. I’ve been working on our TV room/Peter’s home office for the past month since we’ve all been housebound. And this past week, I booted him out of his office so I…
Cheap throw pillow covers are an easy and inexpensive way to change up your living room decor. These stylish throw pillows are colorful, modern, and Boho! It’s no secret that I’m a throw pillow cover superfan. I love them because they’re cheap (at least these ones are!) and they take up almost no storage space…
Build a simple DIY vertical garden for decorative succulents or modify it for vegetables, herbs, or flowers. It’s the perfect addition to any outdoor space. Last year for my birthday, I asked for a patio makeover. And as part of that, Peter built me an awesome vertical garden. He even installed irrigation tubes! I wrote…
Modern houseplants are a must-have! Learn to style indoor plants like a pro with these 6 simple tips on pots, placement, and plant choice. I cannot tell you how excited I am that indoor plants are making a huge style comeback! I love love love them, so of course I’m working on turning my house…
We’re having a couple of grey rainy days here in Seattle. It’s early August, and the weather makes me think about school… and how much I’m looking forward to it starting again. Is that terrible? To be perfectly honest, Summer is hard for me. I like the idea of summer… relaxing in my gazebo reading…
These easy toy storage ideas will save your sanity and help control the chaos of life with kids. I’ve got ideas for organizing books and games too! Toy storage, organization, and maintenance is a big struggle in my household. I have a hard enough time keeping track of my own stuff, so when you add…
This outdoor living room on a budget is a romantic spot for drinks by the fire. Cozy patio furniture and curtains complete the outdoor living space. I finally got around to taking photos of my all-time favorite space: my outdoor living room, and I can’t wait to share them with you! A few years ago…
Install easy outdoor string light poles over your patio or backyard fire pit to create beautiful ambiance! They’re quick, inexpensive, and very simple! Watch the NEW Video Tutorial! I asked for a patio makeover for my birthday a few years back, and one of the top things on my wishlist was string lights. The problem?…
Learn how to make soy wax melts with this easy tutorial! They’re a great way to scent your home and make fabulous gifts too! Soy wax melts are a lovely and mostly natural way to scent your home, and they make amazing homemade gifts too! I like to gift an inexpensive wax warmer (here’s are…