Learn how to make candles smell stronger and get the best scent throw possible from your homemade candles with these tips! Why can’t I smell my homemade candles? You’ve spent some time and a fair bit of money buying all the supplies to make your own scented candles. And they look lovely… but the fragrance…
Make your own pumpkin spice wax melts with just 3 ingredients with this simple recipe and make your home smell like Fall! Who wants to make their house smell like aromatic spices a la pumpkin spice latte this Fall? Me! Me! Me! I love to make natural soy wax melts to scent my own home…
I purchased & tested 20 different sets of outdoor string lights in my own backyard to find the very best string lights. You can’t go wrong with outdoor string lights! (Actually that’s not true… one of the brands I tested didn’t work straight out of the box). But my point is string lights are wildly…
The best inexpensive Halloween pillows & pillow covers to make your home decor both cute and spooky, starting at just $4! Decorative pillows are one of my favorite ways to change out my home decor for the seasons. But pillows can be pricey, and they can take up A LOT of storage space in the…
The best inexpensive Fall throw blankets to cozy up your living room this Autumn in orange, yellow, red, cream, and brown. One of the easiest ways to decorate for Fall is to swap out some of the throw blankets & pillows on your couch & chairs. But how do you choose the right colors and…
I bought and tested 15 different string light poles in my own backyard to find the best ones for every space- fences, deck railings, concrete patios, grass, etc. After making these DIY string light poles several years back and testing many different DIY methods for hanging string lights over the past few years, I decided…
These inexpensive Boho runner rugs will give your entryway, kitchen, hallway, or mudroom a fresh new look! What is a Runner Rug? A runner rug is a long narrow rectangle-shaped rug, (generally between two and three feet wide),usually placed in an entryway, hallway, kitchen, bathroom, or mudroom. Why Use Runner Rugs? Here are a few…
Build this ultra-easy and inexpensive DIY fire pit in your backyard in 20 minutes or less, using concrete blocks. Today I want to share an ultra-simple tutorial for a quick and easy DIY fire pit. The girls and I love roasting marshmallows, and our backyard was just begging for a fire pit. We’ve actually built…
Learn how to hang string lights on a deck by attaching string light poles to the railing with this quick & easy tutorial. Summer is coming, and that means it’s time to put string lights up over the deck or patio! There are many different methods for hanging string lights, and the one/s you choose…
A patio bistro set is the perfect outdoor furniture for a small deck or apartment balcony! These are the best affordable sets for 2023. Dining outdoors is one of the great joys of Summer! And what could be more romantic than a cozy dinner with your sweetheart, lit with string lights and candle lanterns? If…
Use this versatile bath bomb recipe to make your own luxurious DIY bath bombs to enjoy yourself or give as gifts! Making your own bath bombs is fun and easy… when you’re working with the right recipe. And it can be really frustrating when your recipe is off, even just a little. Take it from…
Learn how to make bubble bath with this quick and easy 3 ingredient recipe and no harmful chemicals. Making your own bubble bath is fun and easy. It’s a great project for the kids to help with too. And there’s no better way to relax at the end of a long day than a nice…
Make this quick and easy DIY Poo-Pourri style toilet spray with just four simple ingredients! It makes a great gift or use it in your own home! Poo-pourri is a game-changing toilet spray that’s gained popularity over the past few years. And for good reason! What is Poo-Pourri? Poo-pourri uses glycerin and fragrance oils 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…
Want to make your backyard feel like a fancy beach resort? Make these easy DIY outdoor curtains. They seriously take 10 minutes, and cost about $15 each. Check out the new video tutorial: Fabric shower curtains I wanted curtains for my Costco gazebo, but the pristine whiteness was part of the appeal. And the idea…
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…
Learn how to paint a mural the easy way with this simple tutorial. This DIY accent wall is a great and budget-friendly wallpaper alternative! How to Paint a Mural on Your Wall… Wintertime in Seattle always makes me want to brighten things up with fun color. So in the spirit of being bold and colorful,…
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. Today I’m excited to show you my new Boho porch swings! Modern Front Porch Decorating Ideas… I actually put…
Learn how to stencil a wall with paint in this simple step-by-step tutorial. Wall stencils are the perfect wallpaper alternative! This post originally appeared on Hometalk.com. I’m so excited to be working with Stencil Revolution to bring you this fun indoor project. All opinions are my own. I’ve never really touched my master bathroom, aside…
I think we all know the feeling of being relegated to the Thanksgiving kids table… sort of an afterthought once the grown-ups realized there wouldn’t be enough room at the big people’s table. I guess it was okay, as long as there were some cousins to sit with- and our own bottle of sparkling cider!…
Can you believe it’s almost Thanksgiving??? And of course, that means it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to set and decorate that table! I’ll walk you through how to create a Thanksgiving table setting step-by-step. This post was originally published on Ideas for the Home by Kenarry. how to create a Thanksgiving…
Today I’m going to show you how to make this super-easy white pumpkin centerpiece. It’s really just a matter of arranging some pumpkins and foliage in a tray- seriously anyone can do this! And it’s going to do double-duty. It will serve as a casual everyday centerpiece for Fall, and then we’ll dress it up…
A collection of inexpensive silicone 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…
These inexpensive modern Fall pillow covers are the perfect thing to bring some warmth and style to your living room this season! What does Fall make you think of? For me, it’s cozy throw pillows, of course! More specifically, cozy colorful, textured throw pillows and blankets, a good book, a fire, and a cup of…
Make beeswax wax melts with this fun and easy tutorial. They make great gifts and will make your home smell amazing! Why Use Beeswax? Beeswax is a natural and earthy product and many people love it for candles because of its color and warm sweet fragrance. However I will say that it’s the most difficult…