*This project is sponsored by Kreg! Woop Woop! My daughter and I went through what must be a hundred different desk styles, and none of them would do. Apparently they were all too “busy”…she just wanted a simple desk she could draw and color on. She said she wanted a top and legs, and she […]
DIY ‘Team Colors’ Serving Tray
*This post is lucky to be sponsored by Rust-Oleum, in collaboration with the Cleveland Cavaliers! I know, crazy awesome right? You don’t live near Cleveland for 6 years without hearing and talking about the Cavs… even if you are completely clueless about basketball -or really any sport- like I am. Okay, so I may mix […]
10 Tips For Adding Style On A Budget
With a little bit creativity you can redecorate an entire room on almost nothing! Style on a budget using these tips. Just because you are on a bare bones budget doesn’t mean you can’t have a beautiful and stylish home. Like this dramatic living room makeover on a slim budget. *This post is lucky to be sponsored […]
Frame Refresh – From Damaged to New Again
Somebody tell me at what point in your life as a mom do you get to start buying nice things? It’s the moment when you watch your laptop slip from your 9-year-old’s fingers and crash to the floor in almost slow motion, bounce, then crack in two…those are the moments you have to actually remind yourself that […]
DIY Kitchen Utensil Holder & Dish Holder Set
Make the cutest kitchen set complete with a DIY utensil rack, dish holder, trivets, and matching napkin holder!
DIY Campaign Style Storage Boxes
*This post is awesomely sponsored by National Hardware! (I’m a big fan of their hardware!) Maybe it is because I have 3 kids whose superpower is mess making (and then there’s the husband…but that’s another story), but in my mind the holy grail of organizing is the perfect storage container to wrangle any and everything. After […]
DIY X-Leg TV Stand
This post is awesomely powered by Kreg! So, I’ve been making fun of myself for my “college dorm” solution to the new TV we just got. I had a mancave moment (on behalf of my husband) and bought a big 50″ television, but forgot to check to see if it would fit between the windows where […]
DIY Copper Obelisk Trellis
Add a little character and charm to your garden and landscaping with a DIY Obelisk Trellis. Why grow your climbing plants on a simple trellis when you can build a showstopper? *This post is sponsored by Angie’s List, where I first shared this project as a regular contributor What gives this gorgeous trellis it’s stylish […]
DIY Copper Cabana
Looking for unique take on a DIY cabana? Try this easy DIY cabana made from copper pipe! Recently my good friends at The Home Depot reached out to me with a fun DIY challenge; they wanted to know what I could create using piping. Are you kidding, I’ve always wanted to get my hands on […]
Kid’s DIY Kitchen Playset
Ready to be mom (or dad) of the year? Honey, put away your wallet, this isn’t going to cost an arm and a leg. Yes, your child can have a kitchen playset Pottery Barn would be proud to produce, but without a hefty price tag. All you need is a couple cube bookshelves, and a […]
Navy Painted Throw Pillows
Learn how to make stylish painted throw pillows for just $5! A technique that can apply to curtains, napkins, as well as rugs. Scroll below to read about how to make these three navy pillows, and get more technique tips on the BHG Style Spotters blog. I have quite the obsession with dark blue hues, and it […]
Drab to Fab Dining Chair Makeover
You won’t believe this stunning chair makeover! Learn how to transform a chair with DIY tufting, DIY upholstery, and a dramatic paint-over.
DIY Phone Charging Station From Scrap
A simple and sleek little phone charging station from Restoration Hardware caught my eye while stalking my local RH store. It’s like walking into a candy store, well…if the candy was laced with gold. I have yet to be able to afford anything there, because even something as small as this lovely phone charger costs […]
DIY Etched Glass Tiered Tray
[left]Hola! Â Stephanie from Casa Watkins here. Â I’m so excited to be here at Home Made by Carmona! Â I am ecstatic to be welcomed as a member of the creative team this year. Â Casa Watkins is a lifestyle blog that shares easy, creative projects that infuse color and a global flair into your home and life.[/left] […]
DIY Coral Bookends for $2!
[left]Hello, hello! I’m just thrilled to be hanging out with you today. I’m Kathy and I blog at Up to Date Interiors. DIY projects with supplies from the “dollar store” are one of my favorite ways to add handmade decor to our home. It can be tricky to make these DIYs look fabulous but it’s […]


















