I went into West Elm the other day and saw this super cute mid-century plant stand, and immediately thought to myself – I can make that! I was even more convinced of myself after I took a peek at the price tag. Check out the video below for the step-by-step making process or read on! Click here […]
Full disclosure: This is my first time working with concrete. That being said, I think my concrete planter turned out pretty great! I really wanted a large round concrete planter, and as usual, couldn’t find one for purchase that suited my needs. So I decided to make my own. You can watch the step-by-step process in
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I’ve been wanting to build a wood mirror frame for a while now, and I finally got around to it! There are so many different techniques for building mirror frames, I just couldn’t seem to choose. But when I got my hands on some reclaimed tongue and groove barnwood, I knew exactly how I was
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In this post, I’ll show you how to make what I call the Edison Wooden Block Lamp. So yeah, it’s a lamp made from a block of wood, paired with a vintage Edison bulb. Hey, it looks cool. This vintage looking lamp has an industrial yet modern design. I made this lamp from a scrap piece
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DIY Reclaimed Pallet Wood Clock Here are the materials you’ll need: Reclaimed wood, preferably barn wood or pallet wood (12) 1/2 inch copper pipe end caps Wood glue Quartz clock movement And the tools: Miter saw Orbital sander 220-grit sanding disks Cordless drill 3/4 inch forstner bit Protractor angle finder Re-sealable clear silicone String Prep
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2×4 Modern Finger Joint Bench Want a modern expensive looking outdoor bench that actually costs very little to make? Not to mention it can just as well be used as a coffee table. Got your attention? Read on! Click here to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more DIY videos! The materials are simple. All
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Remember when your first brought home your brand new Ikea Applaro outdoor furniture? How great the acacia wood looked on your patio? If you’ve had your furniture for several years like me, that may seem like a distant memory. Well, what if I told you it’s easy to refinish your wooden outdoor furniture and make
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If you’re wondering why do I need a zero clearance insert for my miter saw? I have just one word for you: tearout. Ever noticed that the wood fibers seem all frayed along the cut when using your miter saw or table saw? That’s tearout. The wood fibers get ripped away by the blade because of
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Homemade jointer guard If you’re like me, you love finding a good deal on Craigslist, especially when it comes to tools. You sometimes have to be patient, but oh the satisfaction when you snag that sweat deal. On the down side, that often means you’ll need to do a little work to get the tool
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DIY Patio Loveseat With summer just around the corner, most of us can’t wait to get outside. What better way to enjoy your patio than lounging on some outdoor furniture in the shade. Making your own outdoor seating is easy and will cost you a fraction of the cost. Here’s how to make a beautiful