New Concealed Iron Baluster DIY Installation Kit from L.J. Smith Stair Systems

Creating a clean, on-trend look when replacing balusters just got easier. L.J. Smith® Stair Systems has introduced a new Concealed Iron Baluster Installation Kit, making it simpler for homeowners to tackle the DIY project of installing half-inch hollow square iron balusters. “A popular practice these days is to remove some (or all) of the old balusters on … Read more

8 Surprising Things I Learned While DIYing My Own Wallpaper Install

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. I’m a card carrying member of the “I wallpapered an accent wall in the mid-aughts” club. I chose a metallic print in peel-and-stick, selected a windowless wall with minimal angles, and went to town. I looked the other … Read more

Four Natural Skin Care Items You Can Make from Super Simple Ingredients

Before the new year, I made a resolution to try not to blow my money on needless skin care items. I have an abundance of lotions, lip glosses, and more, and felt that I really needed to take stock of what I am putting on and in my body. After spending an afternoon gutting my … Read more

10 Bright + Colorful Projects to Use Up Leftover Crafting Scraps

Photo: My Poppet If you’re like me, you probably have a craft closet full of leftover supplies from past projects… yarn scraps, small pieces of fabric and lots of random bits of paper. So today we’re going to share ten genius projects that will help you use up those scraps – which will also help you get … Read more

Tried And Tested: Do These 10 Pinterest Organization Hacks Actually Work?

Faith Towers Provencher Pinterest is filled with organizing hacks, promising to help you achieve your wildest organizational dreams. But just how good are they? I set out to test 10 of them, and today I’m sharing the results with you. Click through to compare their versions with mine, and to read my thoughts on the functionality … Read more

A Small Kids Bedroom With Lots Of Functional Storage That’s Built Right In

When we thought about all the functions that would be helpful to have in our son’s bedroom, which can definitely be described as “cozy” when it comes to the size (real talk: this room is small), he needed: a bed to sleep in clothing storage book and toy storage out in the open some concealed … Read more

5 DIYers Share the Under-$100 Home Projects on Their To-Do Lists for 2022

Now Trending is our one-stop spot to get ahead of all of the biggest things for 2022 — before everyone else knows about them. From the surprising color that’s taking over kitchens to the TikTokers you need to follow and so much more, check out all of the top trends of 2022 here. Now Trending … Read more

Modernize Your Boring Desk with this DIY Giant Wood Block Calendar

Photo: Brittni Mehlhoff In an effort to get organized early in the new year, I’ve been making myself little desk accessories to get excited about computer work. And I’m happy to say, it’s actually working. So, I thought I would share one of the projects that I recently made, for a jumbo wood block perpetual calendar. The … Read more

5 IKEA Hacks We Can’t Wait to Do in 2022

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. IKEA may no longer be publishing its iconic catalog, but peek into its “new” section and you’ll find all the latest releases. The page is filled with gorgeous stuff, everything from sculptural pendant lamps to cottage core bedding … Read more

6 Tips from Seasoned DIYers for Actually Finishing Your Home Projects This Year

There are the DIY projects that you can tackle in a weekend — and then there are those that require looking at the full year holistically and wondering how on earth you’re going to get it all done. If your 2022 goals involve one of those DIY remodeling projects and you’re feeling lost on where to … Read more