Learn how to build a long hexagon tray using just 2 boards! This easy DIY wood tray is perfect for organizing items on a coffee table, ottoman, or kitchen counter. Add a patterned inlay to the tray with this printable tray art, and read more about decorating with trays in 5 Ways and 10 Places […]
DIY Reclaimed Wood Stool + Plans
Build your own reclaimed wood stool following these DIY wooden stool plans! This simple farmhouse DIY step stool is great to help reach things or to use as an ottoman or plant stand, too. See more reclaimed wood projects here, and build a simple flip-over barstool step ladder or a DIY ladder chair, too. Get […]
How to Smooth Drywall Texture for Bathroom Built-Ins
We are plugging right along on our bathroom built-in project — last week we showed you how we installed a pocket door (and why we chose a pocket door over a barn door) and this week, we’re to the next step: cutting the hole, adding framing, and patching drywall. As we adding framing and finished […]
Electric Snow Shovel and Giveaway
Is winter over yet? We got snowed in, while we were out of town at the home show last weekend in a place where it usually doesn’t snow. I am so over it. I heard the groundhog didn’t see his shadow, so let’s hope that is good news. In the meantime we will just keep […]
Simple Modern DIY Deck Pergola Plans
Follow these simple DIY deck pergola plans to build your own easy wood pergola to hang lights or planters. This modern design is easy to install, simple to customize to your deck size, and cheap to build. We’ve also restained our deck with oil and built an outdoor coffee table with drink coolers to make […]
Easy DIY Patterned Trays with Agate Printable Art for Mother’s Day
Create your own patterned tray with this easy DIY tutorial and large agate printables (which also make great wall art prints!) I can’t even believe it’s already May, which means Mother’s Day gift time is just around the corner! One of my favorite luxuries to indulge in on those special days is breakfast in bed, whether […]
Pallets 101: Where to Find Pallets, How to Choose a Good Pallet, and How to Take Apart a Pallet Without Losing Your Mind
Pallet wood can be useful and cheap, but it comes with different challenges than working with off-the-shelf lumber — in addition to the fact that it’s usually pre-weathered (bonus for rustic projects!), pallet slats will come in a variety of sizes, both length and thickness, and the edges and ends generally won’t be perfectly square — […]
Easy DIY Pocket Shelf and Bosch Father’s Day Giveaway!
Growing up my dad was always super handy, and we had a lot of tools around because- well, he was a chainsaw wood sculptor. Cool, I know. I never actually got to learn how to wield a chainsaw, although he would have taught me if I would have asked, but he got sick when […]
16+ Handy Home Improvement and DIY Apps
What kind of tools do you have in your toolbox? Does your collection include your smartphone? It should, since your phone can be turned into a wide array of useful tools with the help of these awesome DIY apps! For those of you who are interested in home improvement, carpentry, and other DIY projects, check […]
16 Best Garage Organization Tools
Organizing the garage can seem a daunting spring cleaning task. Simplify your decluttering and keep the shop tidy with these smart garage organization tools for bikes, shoes, bins, and more. The garage is often a problem area for even the most organized homeowners. Luckily, there’s a lot of great garage organization tools out there that can […]
5 Small Tools That Will Make Your DIY Projects Much Easier
Do you like to tackle DIY projects around your home? You might have built a nice collection in your tool box, but there are certain small tools that many homeowners might not know about and will make your DIY projects much easier to complete. This post contains affiliate links. Learn more and read our full […]
15 Tips for Organizing Your Garage
Most garage designs offer around 500 square feet of space. Not unlike many homeowners, you have most likely faced obstacles when it comes to keeping this large storage space under control and organized. You may not be able to work a professional organizer into your budget, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience a garage with […]
Introduction to Basic Woodworking Tools Infographic
I thought this infographic about basic woodworking tools was interesting and very helpful! It has some great tips for beginning woodworkers! Infographic courtesy of Fix.
10 Starter Tools for the New DIYer
Okay: so you’ve decided to start tackling some DIY renovation, redecorating or fix-it projects around your house. Congrats – welcome to our world! Now, you know what you’re going to need? A set of basic starter tools to ensure that you can handle all those projects and repairs like a pro. Don’t worry: with the […]
5 Simple Sanding Tips
5 Simple Sanding Tips! 1. When you are building projects that needs sanding, one of the biggest mistakes a beginner might make is putting too much pressure on the sander. Allow the sander to do the work. 2. On flat surfaces, always sand with the grain of the wood, meaning sand parallel with the basic direction of the lines of the […]
