Transform stock kitchen cabinets! It really only takes a few simple steps to change basic and boring into high-end kitchen cupboards. My easy how-to article was recently featured on the Home and Garden page at TwinCities.com. See the before and after to find out how to turn your old cabinetry into something special. … [Read more...]
Halloween Costumes and Decorations with The Better Half
I did another Halloween Episode on The Better Half. Check out these costumes and table and party decorations. See the episode on You Tube. The Better Half Halloween Segment … [Read more...]
Instant Antique ~ Update a Mirror with Chalk Paint!
No matter what your design style is, every room should have a piece of history, an antique or vintage accessory. If you can't afford or find the perfect item, make your own instant antique with chalk paint! It turns plain old boring furniture into heirloom quality hand-me-downs. I revived a run-of-the-mill mirror into a special frame. Get … [Read more...]
All Natural Easter Egg Dye
I have been crushing over the color Indigo all winter. None of the paint companies have proclaimed it as an "official" color of the year, but it's showing up everywhere. It's the color between blue and violet on the color wheel, but I compare it to a well-washed chambray shirt. So I was inspired to dye Easter eggs in shades of blue using natural … [Read more...]
DIY Chevron Rug
Spring is here (sort of) and that means summer and warm weather is right around the corner. Can't wait, can't wait, can't wait! In the mean time, I can get my porch ready for entertaining and just sitting around relaxing. I turned a boring, plain old rug into a colorful, one-of-a-kind floor covering for the porch. I'll show you step-by-step … [Read more...]