Finding great projects for teens is tricky business. Between school, homework, social groups, and chores – there isn’t always time and not all projects have the right kind of “style” to satisfy teen audiences. This list of 25 teen-approved DIY canvas art projects solves that dilemma! Your teen will love these projects because they use […]
15 minute Ikea Dresser Hack – Wallpaper covered dresser
Do you have a plain old Ikea dresser that need to be updated? Use some peel and stick wallpaper or contact paper to make over your dresser in less than 15 minutes! A while ago I decided to update / hack my daughter’s ikea dresser. I used peel and stick wallpaper to give it […]
30 Christmas Gifts to Make Your Tween
Tweens can be notoriously hard to make gifts for. No longer a child, but not quite a teenager, your tween hangs in a delicate balance. If you’re ready to throw in the towel and let your tween buy their own Christmas present, stop! You need a DIY that’s whimsical and fun – not at all childish, […]
10 DIY Christmas Activities for Kids
Most people would probably agree that Christmas is, first and foremost, for the kids. Often, when we adults get all wrapped up in making holiday gifts, baking goodies, and figuring out shopping lists, our kids are sitting nearby wanting to make something festive too. Why not take some time to do some kid-friendly Christmas activities […]
10 Perfect Gifts for Bookworms
We all have at least one close friend or family member who is a total bookworm. Maybe they can’t get enough of Harry Potter or are totally obsessed with reading all the classic novels. Whatever their preferred literary genre, when it comes to gift giving take note and give them something inspired by books. To […]
DIY Dollhouse Tutorial + Free Printable Dollhouse Furniture
Literally 3 years ago we made this super fun dollhouse bookshelf, but being the busy mom that I am, but I never got around to publishing it because I had more ideas about what I wanted to create to go with it. Well, I FINALLY got some help from my graphic designer to paint some cool […]
Pieced Wood Headboard Tutorial
I am SO excited to share a fun building plan for a pieced wood headboard that we just made and painted in partnership with Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan! It is SO fun and cool and I know it would look great in a room that is bright and cheerful! I was inspired for the design […]
DIY Kids Floating Vanity Station
Hello Remodelaholic readers! Colleen here from Lemon Thistle, home to DIY, home decor, printables, and parties. Today I’m excited to be back with you to share this minimal vanity for a kids room with you all. It’s slim enough to fit behind a door (without getting bumped!), fun enough to be a feature in the room, […]
Semi-homemade Pom Pom Bed Skirt
Hello Remodelaholics! I’m Tasha and I blog over at Designer Trapped in a Lawyer’s Body about thrifty DIY projects and home renovations. You may remember my first contributor post about how to transform an outdated, cultured marble vanity with concrete or my popular post about how we built a wood screen to hide the ugly utility boxes on the […]
Decorate & Celebrate: Simple Halloween Decor
The amazing and talented Jenny (but we call her the new Martha-yes-Stewart 😉 is back today to share some of her stunning and simple Halloween decor! See more of her home here, and more of her projects here. I really wasn’t a big fan of Halloween until my 4 kids came along. With them on […]
Build a Kids Sand and Water Table from an Old Sink
I love seeing old things get new life, and I hate throwing things away that still have life in them or could be reused. (Like when they take a sledgehammer to those dated but still sound cabinets in the home reno shows? Drives me crazy.) So when our guest today took an old sink from […]
DIY Modern Alphabet Wall Art Pennant
Hello Remodelaholic readers! Colleen here from Lemon Thistle, home to DIY, home decor, printables, and parties. Today I’m back to share this simple but statement-making giant wall pennant with you! This DIY Modern Alphabet wall pennant is an afternoon project, but I love how much it pops with our decor. It’s technically a chalkboard- but I […]
Sweet As Sugar Girl’s Room Design Ideas (On a Budget!)
Hello! This is Kristin from Postbox Designs back to share another budget friendly Mood Board t0 inspire you to tackle a new room in your house this season. I have two sweet little girls at home, and they were in the back of my mind when I created this “Sweet As Sugar” Girl’s Bedroom. When you […]
Free Printable Set: First Day of School Signs
I know it is only July, but guess what? Back to school is not that far off for some families. (I have friends that start August 1st!! Eeks! That is early!) So it’s time to pick up fresh school supplies, and some new school clothes — and we’ve got you all set for the iconic […]
Yardzee Yard Dice Game Tutorial + Printables
It is summer time and BRING IT ON already! Are you guys ready to play some Yardzee? I am so ready! Ready for family game time outside, neighborhood barbecues, NO school and our amazing flood irrigation parties – seriously the best perk about this old house!!! It is funny how much joy there is […]
