*This post is  sponsored by The Home Depot! *awesome sauce!*  Okay, first, guess what I’m working on. Can you tell from the picture above? C’mon, guess! 😀 I’ll give you a hint…it is a seasonal project. Speaking of seasonal, this entire week had cool weather and felt a whole lot like fall. After a very […]
Book Club: Lovable Livable Home
Yeah I know…I’m always a couple years behind in my reading. Hey, there is a reason for that you know (beside barely having time to read), I like to wait until books go on deep sales before adding them to my collection, or until my local library carries them. It was great to curl up […]
Trendy Copper Kitchen Accessories
Agh! Amazon, you are KILLING me with all your copper and rose gold kitchen suggestions! Blast your incredible insight into my likes and dislikes, your special magical algorithms that know me so stinking well. Earlier this year I purchased some gorgeous copper and rose gold items for my cottage kitchen, and ever since Amazon has […]
My Book Shelf: Dream Home
Guys, when I heard that familiar voice of Jonathan Scott on the phone, I may have gone starstruck and speechless for a moment. But only a moment…Jonathan is such a down-to-earth guy it wasn’t long before I felt at ease and we were chatting away. It’s hard to believe that it was almost a year […]
25 Creative Options As Organizing Bins
Organizing is a big job, but with the right set of bins / organizers / totes / caddys you can make a big difference! Think of the various kits you might need, from tool boxes and craft kits to organizing or cleaning kits and garden totes… I’ve rounded up 25 unique and creative storage items […]
HMC Makers
You guys are amazing. I feel that I am lucky to have some of the most incredible readers, and I really mean that! You are creative, you strive to improve yourselves and educate yourselves, you clearly have some good hobbies… Â just the type of people I want to surround myself with! I’ve been thinking of […]
What A Year!
Is it just me? It’s because I’m 34 now right? Seriously, I remember when time use to move slowly, then normally in my 20’s, and now I’m tearing through time at an impossible pace…haha, at least that’s what it feels like. This year has passed me by so quickly I’m still having trouble getting my […]
New Year’s Eve Plate
Hi there! Iris here, from the blog Iris Nacole. Hopefully you all have been having a wonderful holiday season! I’ve been a busy bee around here! I’m sitting back for the rest of the year to enjoy it, but can you believe how quickly 2016 flew by? I certainly can’t! In an effort to prep […]
DIY Gold Brush Stroke Candles
I’m excited to be back on Home Made by Carmona to share a quick project I completed on a set of flameless LED candles today! These DIY gold brush stroke candles will not only bring a bit of glam to your holiday decor, but it’s definitely a safer option should you have little ones running […]
Japanese Paper Fan Ornament
Hi HMC readers! Are you in the Christmas spirit? It’s Kathy again from Up to Date Interiors and a lot has happened since I talked to you last. We made a move to mainland Japan right before Thanksgiving and have been experiencing living in a traditional Japanese house.I took my cues for Christmas decor from […]
DIY Workshop Virtual Party!
I’m sure you’ve noticed by now that I’m a little obsessed with my power tools; It’s no secret that I’ve been getting a little hands-on (or should that read handsy) with them lately. 😀 Well what can I say? I love beautiful things for less, that is guaranteed great quality, and that I can say I […]
BHG Stylemaker
[left][/left] [right]Photos by David Keith Photography (used with permission)[/right] Hey guys! I don’t typically share non-decorating and non-diy posts…but sometimes really cool things happen that you just have to share! Some day I will tell you more about my blog journey and why I started, but for now let’s just say that sharing everything I know and learn with you […]
Guest Ready In Small Spaces
[left] Hi there! It’s Kathy from Up to Date Interiors again. Can you believe it’s time to start pre-planning for the holidays? Having a spare room for guests is ideal but some of us just don’t have that extra room! Since we love having our family visit us in Japan in our little Okinawan rental, […]
PVC Pipe Napkin Rings
[left]Hola! It’s Stephanie again from Casa Watkins Living. Â Are you feeling the warmth of the fall season yet? Â I just love how the fall weather brings out the best warm colors and cozy feelings. Â It makes me want to gather around friends and family much more. Â I tend to have a lot more gatherings in […]
Do-It Herself Workshops
*This post is powered by The Home Depot When I don a power tool, IÂ admit I get a little giddy. Well what can I say, I feel like superwoman! All those gorgeous pieces I can’t afford suddenly seem attainable with the right tools and materials. You’ve seen what I’ve been able to make on just […]


















