I am one of those people who decorates for the season long after the season has passed. Nope, not because I’m trying to hang on to the joy of it longer, but rather because IF I managed to actually decorate for the season, it took all season (and part of the next) before I actually had […]
Swap It Like Its Hot – Thrift Store Finds
Boy have we got some fun for you today! It’s that time of year, when my girl Charlotte from Ciburbanity hosts her annual Swap It Like Its Hot series! Let me tell you, it is a hoot! 40 bloggers swapping thrifted finds to makeover…well it could be DIY magic, or an epic disaster. 40 bloggers swapping thrifted […]
Custom DIY Acrylic Drawer Organizers
I love acrylic drawer organizers, I hate that you can’t find them to fit every drawer perfectly, and that they aren’t adjustable. Don’t you wish you could have the best of both worlds? Guess what? YEAH baby! I get acrylic, and gold, and they are adjustable, and no little corner of space is wasted. Guys, […]
Shot Glass Candle Holders
Learn how to make luxe candle holders from cheap shot glasses! This DIY project is quick and easy, and will be a lovely addition to your table setting or vignettes. Making Your Own Budget Friendly Candle Holders I’ll be honest, buying just a couple candle stick holders for over $40 is not now, (nor ever […]
5 Easy DIY Wall Art Hacks Using Tape
If you don’t already know, I have a slight art obsession. A room just isn’t dressed if the walls are bare (granted, I might cover mine just a little too well)! Of course, you have probably also discovered that I’m an incurable cheapskate, which makes art buying a tad difficult. As a result I’ve become quite adept at […]
Dining In Style – From Mismatched to Marvelous
Ok, it’s not pretty…it is kind of a weird hodgepodge of styles that could have been popular, but really just didn’t make the cut. Yes, that’s right, I’m talking about my happy dance. Oh you thought I was referring to the mismatched furniture in my dining room I’ve been promising to show you? Haha! Every […]
The Great Armchair Chalk-Over
Do you remember the last time I painted upholstery in my home? It was magical I tell you! I took a couple of worn mid-century modern chairs and gave them a much needed refresh using Chalk Paint® decorative paint. Well, I’m excited to join up with Annie Sloan Unfolded for their #MadeItMyOwn campaign! This time I’m taking an army of mismatched […]
Gather Here DIY Sign
Hi! It’s Gilly from Colour Saturated Life back again to show you a simple DIY Sign using the words “Gather Here”. This project is actually part of a secret makeover my husband I have been working on behind the scenes. I am so excited about how it all is coming together that I couldn’t wait […]
West Elm Inspired DIY Floating Mirror
I seem to have a thing for decorating with mirrors…which is weird since I hate walking past them in a room and seeing myself at every glance. I don’t want to spend all day seeing my disheveled, paint smeared, sweating-from-the-last-diy-project self every time I turn around (although it is a fairly good reminder to go clean up […]
How To Restore A Campaign Dresser
Learn how to restore damaged campaign dresser and campaign styled furniture for a fresh new lease on life!
West Elm Acrylic Shelf Knock Off
It’s time for another installment of the West Elm Knock-off Series! Last time I showed you how to build a West Elm knock-off slab bench (which is an astounding $699) for a mere $15!! Today myself and these 4 amazing and talented gals are excited to share our latest West Elm knock-offs. Who say’s you can’t […]
DIY Reclaimed Wood Bookshelf
Hey there — it’s Anna from Annabode! I recently moved from DC to Denver and have been knee-deep in our 1970s fixer-upper for the past few weeks.  We needed some serious storage in our soon-to-be dining room and since our place is an absolute wreck, I figured it was as good a time as any […]
DIY Corbel Shelves
I love making custom shelves and organizational racks! It effectively increases the storage of any cabinet, room, or closet, and makes organization a cinch! You can easily and inexpensively make your own shelves and storage racks with one simple (and really cool) hack. Corbels with existing key hole fittings. It makes this DIY a breeze […]
Geometric Painted Mugs
Hi everyone it’s Gilly from Colour Saturated Life and I am so excited to be back here sharing another colourful DIY project with you. Today’s DIY is inspired by all the hand painted ceramic tableware I am seeing everywhere at the moment. [left]It seems that people are really embracing the look of hand painted decor in […]
West Elm Bench Knock-off
Follow these DIY bench plans to make your own West Elm modern bench dupe without the price tag. Theirs, $699…ours is under $15!!
