Learn how to build your own wood window cornice box to dress up your window frame. Building a custom wood window valance is a great beginner building project! See more of self-taught DIYer Jenny’s home and tips for beginning DIYers here — you won’t want to miss her beautiful kitchen and living room! Plus read […]
How to make a Dutch Split Door from an Existing Door
Have on old door waiting for something special? This is it! Come see how to transform it into an amazing Dutch Door. No old door? See our tutorial on how to build your own a Dutch Barn Door or this one on how to build your own sliding barn door. Upcycled Door to Dutch Door […]
How to Install a Window in Basement Bathroom
Do you have an old window that needs to be replaced? Today I am going to show you how I am updating an old aluminum window and installing a new double pane vinyl window in our basement bathroom. Thanks to DAP for sponsoring this post, all opinions are ours — see our full disclosure policy […]
DIY Craftsman Window Trim
This easy craftsman style window trim requires NO confusing angled cuts, so it’s easy for anyone to do, even a beginner, and it makes a HUGE impact. Don’t stop at window trim, make your own curtain rods, add window boxes outside, and even some wood shutters outside! Hi, friends! It’s Lauren from Bless’er House, and […]
Help When Shopping for New Windows
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of National Fenestration Rating Council. The opinions and text are all mine. I know when I am remodeling that some choices are harder than others. Especially choices that affect the safety, performance and comfort of your home. Short of being an expert on every subject, […]
How to Build a Custom Cedar Cottage Window Box
Today we are SO thrilled to introduce you to a new member of our contributor team, Ashlea from This Mama’s Dance. She lives in a darling cottage and does some amazing projects, too, so give her a warm welcome and go pay her a visit at her site to see more of her projects! Hi, […]
How to Build a Window Box Planter in 5 Steps
Spring is in the air and summer is right around the corner. Which means it’s flower planting time! Jamie was just making fun of me the other day because I was SO excited about the warm weather and eating dinner outside he goes, “What is it with you girls and patios?” I laughed so hard. […]
How to Build a Buffet from Old Windows and Reclaimed Wood
Few things give off that instant “old” charm like old windows — they’re great hung on a wall as decor, and they’re a great material to repurpose into another piece of furniture for a rustic vibe. Our lovely friend Karen is back again today (remember her from this and this and this?) to share her latest work: […]
Easy No Sew Window Valance from a Crib Sheet
Hey there Remodelaholics! Corey here from TinySidekick and I’m excited to be back here today to share the easiest no-sew window valance ever! This project happened by total accident and is now one of my go to ways to dress up a window. I love it for the fact that it adds a pop […]
Bathroom Storage Cabinet using an old Window
Hello Remodelaholic readers it’s Jaime Costiglio here today to share a bathroom storage solution that’s also a repurposed project. We are building this storage cabinet using an old window for the door and I’ve put together plans down below for you to plug in your own window dimensions to make this cabinet. There’s plenty […]
How to Customize Store Bought Curtains
Hello Remodelaholics! I am Tasha and I blog over at Designer Trapped in a Lawyer’s Body. You may remember my first contributor post about how to transform an outdated, cultured marble vanity with concrete or my more recent post about how I made my own screen door for a fresh new look. Those are pretty involved DIY projects, so […]
DIY Custom Window Mullions (Grids)
Updating a cookie cutter house to a custom stylish home usually means combining large projects (like entry renovations and updating cabinets) with smaller details like choosing the right paint color and window treatments. Jill has put a lot of work into her home (remember her range hood and trimmed arched windows?) , and this latest project is simple […]
Simple Sewn Back Tab Curtains
Finding just the right draperies without breaking the bank is a DIYers dream. But when presented with a simple sewing task vs. paying sticker price for the perfect curtains, many of us go running to the bank because we’d rather put those hard-earned pennies to work than break out a needle and thread. Well, no […]
50+ Window Projects
Thank you so much to all of our guests, and to all of you who read, shared #AllThingsWindows and linked up! We have had a great week, and we hope you’ve found some great help and inspiration for your windows. Here are some of our favorites from the link party — and it’s open for […]
How to Make and Install a Roman Blind
Our friends over at Good to Be Home Magazine sent us this infographic, just in time for #AllThingsWindows! Roman blinds are one of my favorite window coverings. They are a classic style that you can make all your own, to fit whatever your decorating style is. And you can save a pretty penny by DIYing! […]
