This dream of having a kitchen island started with a dresser we found at a local resale shop. It was a bit taller than your standard dresser and made the perfect height for an island, and thus, the dresser to island conversion project was born. If you’re looking to start a upcyled project that will look…
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DIY Rustic Island Counter Top
Sooo, as most of you may already know we have been steadily working on converting an old dresser into a kitchen island. My number one goal out of this entire conversion process has been working toward capturing an old, just pulled out of a barn feel. I don’t know if that makes any sense to…
How to Layer Stain Like a Pro
Learn how to give new wood a beautiful naturally aged look with the stain layering technique An easy DIY method for using stain to achieve an old look. The goal here was to make this wood look aged and previously loved. In this case, a since shade of stain wasn’t gonna cut it. I decided on…
How to Make A DIY Succulent Planter
Succulents are making a huge statement in modern farmhouse décor right now! What I love the most about this DIY Succulent Planter is it takes a modern trend and puts a rustic spin on it! Not only is this little succulent cute but it was so so fun to make. With a couple thrifty finds and…
Incorporating Vintage Elements into Your Spring Decor
I am a sucker for all things vintage. It is my jam. I see rust or chippy paint and my heart really does flutter and to answer your question, no I don’t think it’s going anywhere in the decor world. In my Pinterest searching, I found myself lingering toward inspiration that included natural grasses, flowers,…
Dollar Tree Bowl Filler
I love using simple items and bringing them together to create a unique piece of decor for my home. Today’s project does just that. After a recent trip to my local Dollar Tree I came home with some floral moss, a bag of river rocks and wood slices. Instead of just simply throwing everything in…
DIY Vent Hood Cover from Scrap Wood
This idea blossomed when we decided to update our dark and dreary kitchen to an authentic farmhouse kitchen, which you can rad about HERE. I had always wanted a vent hood cover and since this is our forever home, I decided it was time to take the plunge.…except for one small problem. We had an…
A Fresh Farmhouse Tablescape
Tablescapes are becoming one of my very favorite things to create in my home. I really like for them to non-traditional in a way. Like most of my decor, I enjoy shopping my own home for items that I can bring together for a cohesive look or theme without going out and buying a bunch…
Buffalo Check Christmas Ornament
Lately I have been on a roll with Christmas projects. I have slowly been “winterizing” my house with flocking and trees all over the place! I have also been crafting away at some DIY Christmas ornaments to add to the my newly themed tree this year! As you may already know, I am incorporating a lot…
DIY Jumbo Christmas Ornament from an Old Frame
Y’all.… in case you didn’t already know, I am in full blown Christmas mode over here! No I am not decorating yet but I sure am doing my best to prep and create decor for my transition from traditional reds and greens to a more neutral palette. Changing color schemes can be difficult and those…