Sometimes Grandparents can be hard to buy gifts for, they seem to have everything already. But hey you can't go wrong with darling gifts of grand kids, right!?! In this post I'm going to share a couple of ideas for personalized photo gifts. To make the photo gifts, I will be using Photoshop Elements 2018. I have been using Photoshop Elements ever since I graduated from trying … [Read more...]
Rolling Gift Wrap Organizer
Closet space is very limited at my house. We only have one small closet besides the bedroom closets. The last thing I want is for it to be stuffed with wrapping paper supplies (as it is now). However under the bed is free! It's ok to put things under the bed if it's organized and useful, right??? When deciding on the features for this gift wrap organizer, I wanted it to: … [Read more...]
Farmhouse Coffee Table with Hidden Storage
This month's theme on Ryobi Nation is Hidden Gems and I have just the project in mind. I've been wanting to update my coffee table to the farmhouse style, but I need some hidden storage for remotes, art supplies and homework papers. The coffee table seems to be my kids' focal point for playing and activities. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. … [Read more...]
DIY Free Pallet Porch Table
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. I have been compensated for my time and provided with product. All ideas and opinions are my own. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. The cheapskate in me sure does love a good deal and even better FREE!!! My Dad has been doing a number of improvement projects at … [Read more...]
Overhead Garage Storage Shelf
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. I have been compensated for my time and provided with product. All ideas and opinions are my own. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. I've been working on adding storage areas in my home. There is this space right above the garage door that makes a perfect … [Read more...]
DIY Easy Farmhouse Style Frame
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. I have been compensated for my time and provided with product. All ideas and opinions are my own. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. I have some old bead board frames that I want to update. They are cute but I don't always like undoing the acorn nuts to put the … [Read more...]
Easy Crate Leaning Shelf and Storage
My older kids are back to school and that means more and more stuff! Where does it all come from? :-) I need a simple solution to help organize toys and books. The leaning shelves are a fun and simple idea, but I like the added bin that Land of Nod uses in theirs. Perfect place for toys, accessories, blankets, etc. Add a few crates to some cheap 1x3's and you have a super easy … [Read more...]
Wood Louver A/C Unit Screen
Are you tired of seeing your A/C unit in your beautiful garden or patio? Want to hide that 'less than attractive' pool equipment? Cover up that unsightly house equipment with an outdoor wood louver AC unit screen. The screen is robust, but it can be lifted out of the way if work is required on the unit. Wood louvered screen with decorative trellis. The cedar slats … [Read more...]
2×4 Console Table
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. I have been compensated for my time and provided with product. All ideas and opinions are my own. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. Remodelaholic put out the call and I thought it would be fun to participate in her structural lumber feature week called 2x4 and … [Read more...]
DIY Portable Lego Tote
It's road trip season! Not only do we need to plan that awesome summer getaway, but we also have to think about how to entertain the kids in the car for hours and hours and hours. The ABC game will only get us so far, and I Spy gets a little silly with youngsters. My kids love building with LEGOs, but keeping them contained can be tricky. I built a couple of Portable LEGO … [Read more...]