Category: Decor
A sneaky way to remake a $3 footstool
Footstools are apparently the unsung heroes of the thrifted furniture world. They’re cheap, quick to make over and I can’t get enough of them. My obsession started when I tucked a low footstool under my desk a few months ago. I couldn’t believe how… Continue Reading “A sneaky way to remake a $3 footstool”
Grey is the new orange: How to paint wicker (the easy way)
Once upon a time, there was a country-style wicker six-drawer chest in a “warm honey” (a.k.a. bright orange) finish. It came from the kingdom of Canadian Tire — where its friends are still sold today — and, lo, it was sturdy. It found a… Continue Reading “Grey is the new orange: How to paint wicker (the easy way)”
Epic laundry room makeover
Thanks to Kent Building Supplies for providing us with the laundry cabinet for this room makeover. As always, all opinions and bumpy drywall jobs are my own. We gained an entire room in our house without building an addition (or kicking out one of… Continue Reading “Epic laundry room makeover”
DIY blanket ladder for $10
You might think this is an odd time of year to write about building a blanket ladder. But if that’s the case, you probably aren’t from Nova Scotia. Blankets are kind of a year-round thing — at least in our (chilly) house where we… Continue Reading “DIY blanket ladder for $10”
DIY bench cushions for built-ins
If we’re ever in a position to build our own house, I’ll be totally prepared. I have a Pinterest board loaded with “if-we-build-a-house” ideas and there’s a common theme: built-in everything. Follow this board on Pinterest Designing your own house is literally my idea… Continue Reading “DIY bench cushions for built-ins”
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