A home’s flooring is one of its defining features and while carpeting can be lush and inviting, hardwoods are warm and appealing in a completely different way. And if you’re buying a new home with flooring options, or refinishing a basement and wondering what to consider, here are a few facts about the many wood …
read moreWhile what remains of August is a back-to-school frenzy, in the coming weeks we’ll have more time to think about upcycling projects for outdoors. We found a few genius ideas that take advantage of Colorado’s mostly mild climate – which if we can believe the Farmer’s Almanac (and they’ve been right so far this year!) …
read moreWe want our dogs and cats – our fur babies – to be as healthy, well-adjusted and comfortable as possible, right? So, take a look at some of these DIY projects for your favorite pets, from a hammock and cooling mat for your dog, to treats and habitats for your kitty cat, this is a …
read moreSummers can be busy for parents, kids and kid-less adults, jam-packed with activities, sporting events, festivals and lots of recreational time outdoors. But when you’ve had your fill of sun exposure, come indoors for a weekend project. These new IKEA hacks turn one functional piece of furniture into something entirely different – and most can …
read moreFor anyone who’s ever moved, installed carpet, rearranged furniture on wood floors, or given kids free rein indoors, anything made of wood can be scratched, dented and/or marred. That’s why we collected a few of the top fixes for wood floor and furniture flaws to help you erase rings, fix divots, gouges, and repair wear and …
read moreIt’s the little things that count when you want to make a big statement in your home! In just one weekend, you can transform everyday items into designer accent pieces! Or if you’re dreaming of spring, why not learn how to craft some artsy paper flowers? We still have a few months of winter left, …
read moreWant a DIY that’s foolproof but still looks seriously impressive? Stencils are for you! Easier than freehand, cheaper than wallpaper, and more exciting than a boring coat of paint, stencils are a fun way to update your room, furniture, and even create art for your home. We rounded up our favorite ways to use stencils …
read moreSomething comes over us this time of year — we want to declutter all of the stuff that somehow accumulated in our homes during the busy summer! Maybe it’s because we spent more time outside instead of staying in, to sort and organize and we’ll call that a win. But now, to get ready for …
read moreHave you ever come home from a walk in the fresh air, only to be assaulted by leftover and funky odors from dinner the night before? If you didn’t smell it when you left for your outing, that’s called sensory adaptation and it’s common to all senses. The more time we spend around something – …
read moreSome might call these rainy-day DIY projects, but with the mercury rising, (baby it’s hot outside!) we need some crafts to do with a little A/C! Here are some cool (every which way), productive, indoor DIY projects to help you beat the heat!
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