Build a quick and easy DIY fireplace mantel with this simple tutorial. The girls and I just moved into our new (to us) house. We’ve been busy unpacking and organizing and repainting the whole interior. Here’s the fireplace before… But I finally got to tackle one of the first fun projects I’ve been dreaming up:…
In this DIY fireplace makeover, an old gas insert gets a facelift with this quick, easy, and cheap step-by-step tutorial using high heat paint. The girls and I just moved into our new house a few months ago, and my first fun DIY project (trust me, there have been plenty of less-fun projects already!), was…
Learn how to make candles with this complete guide. From wax to wicks, to containers and the best fragrance oils, I’ve got you covered. How to Make Candles: Quick-Start Guide If you’re eager to get started and want to jump right to a great beginner candle-making tutorial, without delving into the pros and cons of…
Ever since selling out and getting a fake Christmas tree last year, I’ve been on a mission to replace the fresh-cut Christmas tree smell. Scented candles seemed like the most obvious solution, but finding the perfect tree scent proved more difficult than I expected. I started with essential oils in my candles. No good. Then…
Transform an old fireplace tile surround with this easy and inexpensive DIY tile painting tutorial. Did I tell you all that the girls and I moved a couple of months ago? Today I’m really excited to share my very first DIY project in the new house! Okay, it’s far from the first DIY project. But…