It’s time for the DECK THE HOME HOLIDAY CHALLENGE!  I know you all have been on bended knee waiting for this day to come, but the wait is over, it is here!  Up first in this weekly challenge series – Door Decor.  Sweet mercy do I love a wreath.  They have literally been banned from […] The post Colorful Ornament Wreath appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

This month for the At Home DIY Challenge, we were challenged to come up with something for your walls.  Since I’ve already done Hand Painted Wall Paper, Airplane Art, Plank Santa Art, Toddler Art, and so many more, I knew it was time for something new, something whimsical. Since I love a good pun, I […] The post Whimsical Gnome Wall Art appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

A few years ago, while driving back to work from my lunch break, I spied a very cool but sad looking vintage step stool sitting at the end of someone’s driveway next to their trash.  I passed by, but it didn’t take me long to circle around the block and come back to pick up […] The post Vintage Kitchen Counter Step Stool Makeover appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

A few years ago, while driving back to work from my lunch break, I spied a very cool but sad looking vintage step stool sitting at the end of someone’s driveway next to their trash.  I passed by, but it didn’t take me long to circle around the block and come back to pick up […] The post step stool makeover appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

So many people are working from home these days. Telecommuting to work while getting things done from the comfort of their homes. One thing you can do to make your work space more motivating is by creating motivating art work. As an at home DIY participant this month we were challenged with creating $20 DIY […] The post Wood and Canvas Hustle Sign appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

This month’s Thrifty Style team was one of my fastest and easiest makeovers!  I love an easy project and a simple makeover. One of the easiest projects to makeover is a lamp.  Thrift store lamps are easily found and often have beautiful details being hidden by a boring dull color.  Sometimes you are lucky can […] The post Thrift Store Lamp Update appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

If you are from the south, Tailgating is most like in your blood.  Since Matt and I are from Tennessee every Fall we start to get prepared for the excitement of football season in early August. There are a few things you must have with you to make your tailgate a success. Our best tailgating […] The post Tailgating Tips and Tricks appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

Father’s Day is right around the corner. This month for the Thrifty Style Team we decided to let the men in our lives take charge of the thrifty projects! The guys did an amazing job so make sure you scroll through the entire post to see what all the other men came up with this […] The post Patriotic Wood American Flag appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

At the front of our neighborhood we have a large easy to read “No Soliciting” sign. For some reason solicitors treat this sign as a mere suggestion.  They annoyingly make their way going door to door pushing whatever it is they are pushing.  Usually lawn care or pest control with the occasional magazine pushers.  I […] The post Colorful Snarky No Soliciting Sign appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more

With so many people spending time outside this summer it helps if your home is inviting and yard enjoyable.  I’m sharing 10 great projects to help add some easy sprucing up to the outside of your home. Removable Air Conditioner Screens DIY Wood Vertical Planter Turn an indoor table into an outdoor table. Add a […] The post 10 Summer Outdoor Inspirations appeared first on The DIY Village ..read more