Category: DIY

DIY rain gutter bookshelves

DIY rain gutter bookshelves for just $12 {Heather's Handmade Life}

After three years of having a blah faux-wood bookcase in our son’s room, I decided it was the worst possible way to store children’s books. Unless I carefully tidied and arranged the books, the bookcase looked terrible. It was a dumping grounds for sloppy,… Continue Reading “DIY rain gutter bookshelves”

Rain gutter bookshelves for just $12

Remember when I talked about how D’s room needed a refresh? Not a total re-do, because we were keeping the beds, the bedding, the curtains, some of the art, etc. But basically a “fix” because I totally hated the original light grey paint colour.… Continue Reading “Rain gutter bookshelves for just $12”

The evolution of a closet

{ Pin this on Pinterest } First of all, thanks to everyone who emailed, commented, texted, called, or Facebook-messaged me about Sunday night’s post. My grandfather had passed away earlier that evening, and it basically brought a lot of pushed-down sadness to the surface… Continue Reading “The evolution of a closet”

Give your playhouse a makeover with spraypaint

Give your playhouse an easy makeover with a little spraypaint! {Heather's Handmade Life}

Want to know a secret? I’m a terrible spray-painter who really, really likes to have things spray-painted. I have quite a talent for spotting inspiring photos on Pinterest, rushing to the home improvement store to buy cans of spray paint, taping off a project,… Continue Reading “Give your playhouse a makeover with spraypaint”

Live More With Less: Week 5 (Kitchen)

We’re back with more organizing fun today! We just finished Week 5 of the Live More With Less: 7 Weeks to a Clean and Declutered Home challenge that Emily is graciously hosting over at Imperfect. So far I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this kick-in-the-butt to get… Continue Reading “Live More With Less: Week 5 (Kitchen)”