The Blog
Why DIY Doesn’t Always Save
One thing we’ve constantly asked ourselves is, “was that project worth that amount of our time or would it have been wiser to seek out the help of a professional to get the job done right and more quickly?”
Pennsylvania Tudor Flip House
Our latest flip house! This 100 year old English Tudor was built in the early 1900s on what’s been nicknamed “Professor’s Drive” located on the University of Illinois’ campus in Urbana.
Why We Refinished Our Floors 2 Years Later
We get asked so frequently about our floors and how we refinished them but would you believe me if I told you, this is the second time we refinished them in LESS than 2 years???? Why would anyone be that crazy you might wonder. But the answer is simple really.
High End Looking Basket Pendant Lights
How to turn a regular basket into the basket pendant light of your dreams! The step by step how to achieve a high end looking basket pendant light.
How We Make Our Open Shelving for a Fraction of the Price
Alright folks, we have been getting asked for YEARS how we make our open shelving; whether it’s been for our own home or one of our flip houses we have done it A LOT of times. So I can confidently say, after much trial and error, we have mastered the opening shelving trend and at a FRACTION of the price of the pre-made stuff.
How To Refinish Your Stairs Tutorial
We spent a LONG time on these stairs and wanted to share this video with all of you on some simple tips and tricks we have for refinishing hardwood stairs
14 Do's & Don'ts of Refinishing Your Hardwood Floors
Hey guys! It’s been a few weeks since we finished refinishing (that’s a tongue twister!) our hardwood floors and now we want to share with you the 14 DO'S & DON’TS we learned along the way!
Our New Series: Transitioning From Farmhouse To Mid-Century Modern
Our hope is that through this we can teach you about what characterizes the two different design styles and how you can implement your old with you new, as well as, simple and easy ways you can start transitioning your own space today.
Baby Room Update: We Finished The Board & Batten!
For the longest time I was wanting to do floor to ceiling board and batten walls and so when it came time to start thinking about nursery details I called in a favor from my hubby to make this vision come to life. And like always, he did NOT disappoint. We will be doing a tutorial soon here so that you guys can take the board and batten plunge if your heart so desires!
$12 Farmhouse Candlestick Hack
Yes, you heard that correctly...$12! You guys this is seriously the best DIY hack yet and that means something coming from the DIY queen herself! :)
IT'S AWFUL: Kitchen Reno Update & Progress Pics
If you've been following me around here for a while you know that we are in the midst of a FULL BLOWN kitchen renovation. That means that we literally tore down every (and I mean EVERY) inch of the existing kitchen...and then some, to make this kitchen our dream kitchen. Sure that may sound pretty amazing, but actually enduring it is a completely different string of emotions.
The Flip House REVEALED: We're Listed!
We are officially DONE with the flip house! I think I can hear screams across America at this very moment! After 9 strenuous, exhausting, overwhelming, and exciting weeks we have successfully renovated our very first investment property.
How To Build A Bathroom On A Budget
Get a complete source list of our bathroom renovation here.
Bathroom Update: We Are Almost Finished
Before we reveal the final transformation of this space I thought it would be fun to go back and look at the MANY stages of this renovation.
How To Build Your Own Succulent Terrariums
Succulents have been ALL the rage these last couple years with their low maintenance upkeep and unique look. Last year I put together a fun tutorial on DIY Succulent Terrariums For Your Home and thought it would be fun to reintroduce the piece!
#FBF: My Letter From Joanna Gaines
A year ago yesterday I got a letter in the mail from Joanna Gaines. Yes...for real. The real Jojo.
In just a year, I am astounded at all that God has done in my life and my heart. God is good....SOgood! I cannot wait to see what this year has to offer.
Guest Post: Decorating Skills For Those With Good Taste But No Skills
So what’s a gal to do when she desires to have a beautiful home but doesn’t have to talent to make it so? Well through plenty of trial and error I’m happy to share with you the secrets of how I finally have the living room makes my heart happy.
DIY Barn Door Shelving Unit: Part 1
I've had many people ask me to reveal this fun project, I thought what the heck! So without further ado here is our DIY barn door shelving unit from start to finish.
How To Create a Spring Centerpiece For Under $30!
I was first inspired to write this blog when I walked into the Target "dollar spot" the other day (I know all you other moms are nodding in agreement to this statement) and with all the cute tin basins and trays, I could NOT resist! So I thought why not do a quick blog about how to create the perfect spring centerpiece to begin implementing those beautiful pops of green into your home; if we are being honest with ourselves, we all shop at the Target dollar spot so we can all accomplish this look!
Bathroom Update: Split Level Chronicles Cont.
To keep the fun rolling we thought we'd share with you the worst part of the renovation...demolition! My husband has put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into the removal of all those pepto pink tiles but I am NOT sad to see them go! Take a look!