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DIY Fragrance Jar
Aug 19, 2020
DIY Fragrance Jar
Aug 19, 2020

I saw these at Anthropologie and Terrain and thought they are such a neat idea! So, I decided to make my own since I had most of the materials. I thought it would be the perfect addition to the shelves in the library! I’m sharing how to make it below :)

Aug 19, 2020
DIY Citronella Candle in a Planter
Jul 1, 2020
DIY Citronella Candle in a Planter
Jul 1, 2020

This is a DIY I’ve been wanting to do for a while and I’m so happy I finally got around to making them! I combined a variety of bug-repelling essential oils in this beeswax based candle and the smell is amazing! I think having them housed in terra cotta pots (or other small planters) is a fun touch for the outdoor space. See below for how to make your own!

Jul 1, 2020
Fabric Scraps as Art
Mar 26, 2020
Fabric Scraps as Art
Mar 26, 2020

Fabric scraps are a great option for unique artwork and a great way to refrain from wasting them. Today I’ve rounded up some inspiration for you guys! I’ve done this a couple times with some of my favorite fabric scraps I had leftover from making pillows. You can use frames you already have at home or search for unique frames at your local thrift store.

Mar 26, 2020
DIY Succulent in a Glass
Feb 6, 2020
DIY Succulent in a Glass
Feb 6, 2020

I always get so inspired when I go to Terrain and on my last visit I saw single succulents in containers with moss and they just looked so pretty! I knew right away it would be a great way to use vintage glasses, old candles or jars. They would make such a cute hostess gift, or with Valentine’s coming up a great little gift for a friend or family member!

See below for materials and the how to!

Feb 6, 2020
DIY Succulent Tray
Jan 22, 2020
DIY Succulent Tray
Jan 22, 2020

I have a fun little DIY for you guys today! This little succulent tray was so fun to make— it’s like an easier version of a terrarium :) I saw this idea via Terrain and couldn’t wait to try it! I’m sharing everything I used and how I did it below.

Jan 22, 2020
DIY Kids Art Table Makeover // Chalkboard Top
Sep 17, 2019
DIY Kids Art Table Makeover // Chalkboard Top
Sep 17, 2019

Anchor’s art table has been sitting sort of dormant in our upstairs office since he uses our larger dining room table to do art projects on. I really thought it was such a shame because it’s such a nicely made table and I really don’t like having things in our home that we don’t use. So, I thought painting it and creating a chalkboard top could be a fun way to get it back in use again!

Sep 17, 2019
Kids DIY: Give Bank Made With Recycled Jar
Jul 30, 2019
Kids DIY: Give Bank Made With Recycled Jar
Jul 30, 2019

I saw “give” “save” and “spend” banks for sale and LOVED the idea of a kids bank specifically for giving. I think this will get him more excited, involved and give him a better understanding about what it is to give. Essentially we are using it as a little bank where he can add some money to it each time he receives/earns some, then find ways to use it for good once he accumulates enough.

Jul 30, 2019
Family Abstract Art Project
Nov 26, 2018
Family Abstract Art Project
Nov 26, 2018

Guys, we MADE this!! There’s nothing like having pieces up in your home that you put time and effort into, especially when it was done as a family. It’s a meaningful piece that I have to say is quite beautiful (maybe I'm biased :)).

Nov 26, 2018
A Themed Family Photo Wall
Jul 24, 2018
A Themed Family Photo Wall
Jul 24, 2018

There's not much that makes a home feel more like a home than putting up family photos! This spot was perfect for an eclectic display of framed moments. I decided it would be fun to go with a theme, so I chose vacation photos. Read on for some more theme ideas!

Jul 24, 2018
Our Outdoor Sconces + Creating What You Love Verses Settling
Jun 13, 2018
Our Outdoor Sconces + Creating What You Love Verses Settling
Jun 13, 2018

We had a specific style and color of the sconces we wanted for our back deck, so after searching for some time and not finding ones we were 100% keen on, we decided to paint some! Read on for how we did it and why we believe that finding creative solutions is usually better than settling.

Jun 13, 2018
DIY Canvas Banner
May 2, 2018
DIY Canvas Banner
May 2, 2018

Today I’m showing you how to make a canvas banner to display your very own powerful, positive message!

May 2, 2018
Hanging Foliage Basket
Apr 6, 2018
Hanging Foliage Basket
Apr 6, 2018

Add some greenery to your wall with this hanging plant basket DIY, using faux or real plants.

Apr 6, 2018
Blooming Basket Spring Centerpiece
Mar 28, 2018
Blooming Basket Spring Centerpiece
Mar 28, 2018

This is such a fun (and easy!) spring craft that can be enjoyed as a table centerpiece or given as a hostess gift!

Mar 28, 2018
How to Create a Basket Wall
Mar 22, 2018
How to Create a Basket Wall
Mar 22, 2018

Do you love basket wall displays as much as I do?! One of my favorite things about it is how unique and creative you can get with A. the baskets and B. the way they are displayed. They seem pretty straight-forward, but I'm going to share some things I did to make this process easier and have it come out how I want it on the first try!

Mar 22, 2018
Full Length Mirror Flip | Paint + Distress
Mar 13, 2018
Full Length Mirror Flip | Paint + Distress
Mar 13, 2018

Today I'm sharing how I painted and distressed this mirror to match our bedside tables and fit in more with our master bedroom look!

Mar 13, 2018
Bedside Tables Furniture Makeover
Mar 12, 2018
Bedside Tables Furniture Makeover
Mar 12, 2018

I'm so excited to share this furniture flip I did for our bedside tables in our master! Flipping furniture to make it your own is a fun, budget friendly and green alternative to buying new.

Mar 12, 2018
Our Chandelier Refresh
Feb 9, 2018
Our Chandelier Refresh
Feb 9, 2018

We were so happy the previous owners left us this chandelier, but we wanted a way to give it a bit of a freshening up and make it fit in more with our style. It looks like a different chandelier to me and all we needed was some spray paint and new bulbs!

Feb 9, 2018
DIY Cornstarch + Baby's Breath Heart Garland
Feb 4, 2018
DIY Cornstarch + Baby's Breath Heart Garland
Feb 4, 2018

With Valentine's Day right around the corner and having just moved into a new home, I wanted to make something super simple to decorate for the holiday. Since this project requires very little time and materials, and you probably already have what you need at home, I thought it was perfect!

Feb 4, 2018
How to Create a Non-Holiday Winter Mantle and a DIY Fern Garland
Jan 4, 2018
How to Create a Non-Holiday Winter Mantle and a DIY Fern Garland
Jan 4, 2018

There is a long winter still ahead of us! After taking down the Christmas decor we were just like, "okay, this is too bare!". We wanted a wintery look minus the holiday theme, so using some things we already had and treating ourselves to some additional items from Terrain, we created this pretty scene.

Jan 4, 2018
wood round ornaments | a festive craft for kids and adults
Dec 15, 2017
Wood Round Ornaments | A Festive Craft for Kids and Adults!
Dec 15, 2017
Dec 15, 2017
3 Ways to Style Kraft Paper for Holiday Wrapping
Dec 11, 2017
3 Ways to Style Kraft Paper for Holiday Wrapping
Dec 11, 2017
Dec 11, 2017
Make your own winter scene globe | root + dwell
Dec 5, 2017
DIY Winter Scene Globe
Dec 5, 2017
Dec 5, 2017
How to Dehydrate Oranges in the Oven, and 5 Ways to Style Them
Nov 29, 2017
How to Dehydrate Oranges in the Oven, and 5 Ways to Style Them
Nov 29, 2017
Nov 29, 2017
DIY Neutral Pom Pom + Wooden Bead Garland
Nov 20, 2017
DIY Neutral Pom Pom + Wooden Bead Garland
Nov 20, 2017
Nov 20, 2017
DIY Winter Table Centerpiece
Nov 8, 2017
DIY Winter Table Centerpiece
Nov 8, 2017
Nov 8, 2017
DIY Decorative Ladder From Foraged Branches
Oct 30, 2017
DIY Decorative Ladder From Foraged Branches
Oct 30, 2017
Oct 30, 2017
An Unexpected Autumn/Winter Bouquet Addition
Oct 25, 2017
An Unexpected Autumn/Winter Bouquet Addition
Oct 25, 2017
Oct 25, 2017
Homemade Cinnamon Nutmeg Playdough
Oct 23, 2017
Homemade Cinnamon Nutmeg Playdough
Oct 23, 2017
Oct 23, 2017
How to Preserve Fall Leaves and Hang Them
Oct 16, 2017
How to Preserve Fall Leaves and Hang Them
Oct 16, 2017
Oct 16, 2017

 
Tree is decorated with handmade, gifted and specially collected ornaments, garland is up and stockings are hung! Feeling cozy in here 😊🕯️🎄
A look back at a bit of last year’s holiday home 🎄 This year I’m going to start applying the “capsule home” strategy to my Christmas decorating. I’m talking all about it on the blog today along with tips and ideas on ho
What is a capsule home? While looking into capsule wardrobes a few months ago and the beautiful simplicity of them I thought, “how wonderful would it be to apply that same strategy in a way to the home?”. The beauty of a capsule wardrobe
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