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DIY project ideas for home decor, upcycling, repurposing and home improvement on a budget.

How to heat stamp cork. This easy and fun personalization tool will change your craft tool stash for sure! Cork is a versatile medium to make the cutest home decor and gift ideas. The possibilities are endless with a heat tool and hot stamp letters like this. Step by step instructions for you here! #heattool #hotstamp #corkproject #corkcraftidea #personlizedgiftideas #corkstamp #crafttool
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How to Heat Stamp Cork

ByKim Pepper February 26, 2019March 29, 2021

I have a new obsession. You know me, I LOVE an easy DIY and this one qualifies. I’m gonna show you how to heat stamp cork and your life may be forever changed. So quick, creative and satisfying! With this heat tool technique you can whip out crafty decor and gifts in minutes.  I grabbed…

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25 Unique bud vase ideas to easily decorate your home with fresh flowers or maybe even faux flowers for a budget friendly way to decorate, especially a small space!! #smallspacedecor #budvaseideas #flowerdecor #easyDIYdecor #smalllivingareaideas
DIY Projects | Home Decor

Unique Bud Vase Ideas

ByKim Pepper February 24, 2019February 20, 2019

I am such a HUGE fan of a great bud vase. A bud vase is the kind of floral decor I can get behind because it is so easy to keep up with! Just snip a little something from the yard or you find on a walk and when it dies, toss it…no loss. There…

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Want to get your feet wet with miniatures? Been dreaming of decoarting a dollhouse? Now is your chance with the Creating Contest from miniatures.com. What will you make? A miniature garden shed, a pint sized farmhouse, the DIY dollhouse ideas are endless in this fun craft project. Get the details and inspiration with this cute garden store dollhouse makeover. #miniatures #diydollhouseideas #thinksmall #mini #dollhousetutorial #dollhouseexterior
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Start Small with a DIY Miniatures Contest

ByKim Pepper February 21, 2019February 20, 2019

I have heard a TON of you say you want to get started on a dollhouse! You have told me about old ones you want to renovate or just the fact that you’d love to start one for yourself or a loved one, well now is your chance! This little cottage is the perfect way…

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Don't be scared to redo that out dated dresser you have in your bedroom. This simple little dresser makeover will give you a few important tips to paint furniture with ease. It saves money and looks fabulous to paint your own furniture so get that paint flying friend! #paintedfurniture #painttips #dressermakeover #bestpaintbrush #diyapinting #zibraweeklypick
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DIY Bedroom Dresser Makeover

ByKim Pepper February 15, 2019April 18, 2022

this DIY Bedroom Dresser Makeover is easy to achieve using paint and a little elbow grease! Here are a few tips and ideas for the perfect DIY bedroom dresser makeover. When we moved into this house I found myself needing quite a few new pieces of furniture. Not just to fill space but for storage….

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DIY Projects | Home Decor

Vintage Storage in the Laundry Room

ByKim Pepper February 5, 2019October 1, 2022

You can really dress up a boring laundry room with some creative vintage storage ideas, like this photo box decorated with an old sewing pattern! I’ve been showing you ideas to turn your laundry room into a little more inspiring space, because we all need clean clothes, but no one said it was super fun!…

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If you come across old artwork in thrift stores and wonder how you can re-purpose it, this is a great idea on how to switch up old art prints into modern DIY typography art. #thriftstorefind #DIYartwork #pctureframerepurpose #vintagestyle
DIY Projects | Home Decor

Thrift Store Artwork into DIY Typography Wall Art

ByKim Pepper January 28, 2019May 17, 2021

Hunting down a great thrifted frame is one of life’s little joys if you ask me. When the frame has one of those old cardboard pieces of artwork still hanging around, I say even better. I’m going to show you how to use a cheap, outdated picture I got in a thrift store to make…

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How to make old neckties into precious jewelry. This no sew necktie craft will recycle those out of style thrift store neckties into a cute tassel necklace on a serious budget. #diyjewelry #upcycleidea #vintagestyle #necktieaccessory #fashiononabudget
DIY Projects | Lifestyle

Men’s Necktie to Tassel Necklace

ByKim Pepper January 24, 2019August 19, 2019

I have a thing for men’s neckties. I especially love the out of date vintage neckties that have funky colors and loud patterns, but you could use any old tie for this necktie upcycle. When I see neckties at thrift stores and garage sales I typically buy a few and try to keep them in…

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Make your own DIY vintage style laundry cart to help organize your laundry room on a budget with style. Add extra storage with this rolling spacesaver. #vinatgestyle
DIY Projects | Home Decor

How to Make Your Own Vintage Style Laundry Cart

ByKim Pepper January 22, 2019November 1, 2019

In case you missed it, I’m working on a few ideas to make our laundry room a more functional space. If I have to be in there as much as I am I might as well enjoy the scenery right!? You can catch my last idea here and today’s vintage style laundry cart is coming…

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Want to paint walls like a pro even if you are a beginner? These tips on how to paint walls fast will help you knock out one of the most impactful DIY projects you can do for home decor. #wagnersprayer #paintyourhome #wallcolor #diyhome #paintingtips #spraypaint #paintquick
DIY Projects | Home Decor

How to Paint Walls Fast

ByKim Pepper January 18, 2019November 1, 2019

Are you staring at some walls in your home that need to be painted? Are you dreading the task of painting those walls that need an update? I was the same way. I had two bedrooms hanging like a dark cloud over my head, needing a fresh new color of paint but man, I did…

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Here are a few simple DIY projects to organize your laundry room on a budget and keep you house clean this year - joyfully! Make your laundry room look beautiful and you will enjoy your time there more. Plus get the right cleaning tools to make your house cleaning easy, like the Bona spray mop that I am in love with. See how vintage items can cozy up a laundry room and create unique storage solutions for laundry room organization on a budget everyone can get behind. #laundryroom #organizationhack #diyorganization #bona
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Laundry Room Organization On A Budget

ByKim Pepper January 15, 2019November 1, 2019

I’m not sure how much time you spend thinking about your laundry room. Let’s be real, it’s not the most romantic room in the house, but the truth is we ALL spend a substantial amount of time in this space! Getting this not so fun but oh so necessary room in efficient working order is…

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Get your free printable for Mustard Seed faith bottles, they inspire your faith and make great gifts. This Mustard Seed craft is great for anyone to make, even Sunday school or classrooms. #mustardseed #faith #christianinspiration #christianfaith
DIY Projects | Faith

Mustard Seed Faith Printable Craft

ByKim Pepper January 13, 2019November 7, 2024

Y’all – this is the sweetest little dollar store craft to serve as a faithful reminder or inspiring gift. Most of us have heard of Mustard Seed faith and now you can download a free printable to make a cute little encouraging craft. When I saw these little glass craft jars at the 99 Cent…

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Wonder what to do with old cutting boards and butcher blocks? These DIY upcycled cutting board ideas are perfect for a quick change to your thrifted butcher blocks and old wood boards!
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Upcycled Cutting Boards and Butcher Blocks

ByKim Pepper January 3, 2019November 1, 2019

Who doesn’t love an old cutting board? There are butcher blocks and cutting boards that have seen better days in thrift sores and garage sales all over the place. You may even want to make your own vintage feeling cutting board! This list has a ton of ideas to upcycle those old wood cutting boards…

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See the most amazing transformations with paper napkins on home decor. Update home decor on a budget with these paper napkin makeover ideas! #papernapkins #napkin[ainting #easydiy #thrifteddecorupdates
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Amazing Transformations With Paper Napkins

ByKim Pepper December 20, 2018October 1, 2022

create beautiful craft and diy projects with paper napkins. If you are looking for a fantastic way to transform your tired housewares this list is for you! You can update thrift store decor and outdated home decor on the tightest budget with the amazing transformations from paper napkins! Just wait till you see all the…

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Learn how to make a beautiful and easy Christmas bow tree topper to update your Christmas decoration. This home tour highlights classic heirloom Christmas ornaments and decorating given a fresh update with new ribbons and garland. #handmadewithJOANN #Christmasupdate #bowmaking
DIY Projects | Home Decor

Christmas Bow Tree Topper and Home Tour

ByKim Pepper December 18, 2018December 11, 2018

Welcome to my Christmas home tour and while you are here I will give you a quick tutorial on how to make a Christmas bow tree topper! I found the need to update some major Christmas decorations this year, so join me and I will show you all the changes! I invested a chunk of…

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Make your own gorgeous wreath from vintage ironstone plates or hotel china. This DIY ironstone plate wreath tutorial is so simple and is perfect for vintage farmhouse decor. #ironstone #vintagewreath #roundtop #antiquesweek #wreathmaker
DIY Projects | Home Decor

How to Make An Ironstone Plate Wreath

ByKim Pepper December 13, 2018December 12, 2018

How much do I love old things? It’s ridiculous. I have been pilfering through these bins of old ironstone and hotel china at one of my favorite booths at Round Top Antiques Week for a while now. Every time I visit I’m thrilled my guy hasn’t run out of these fine wares and a new…

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