“You built that bathroom vanity?!” my mom asked. “Don’t sound so surprised…” I replied. “Well, it just looks like something you’d buy in a store.” “That’s funny, because I couldn’t find anything like this in any store, which is why I had to build it.” To say this DIY bathroom vanity project was a labor of love would be quite an understatement. Creating it was such a glorious and gratifying experience. I was able to challenge myself with new woodworking techniques, hone familiar ones, and learn so much in the process. I am SO pleased with how it turned out. I mean, it’s like a whole vibe, right ..read more

See just how quick and easy it is to build a DIY WORKBENCH using this workbench kit from our friends at Simpson Strong-Tie. This heavy duty workbench is great for the garage, basement, or workshop and is easily customizable for your needs. This kit takes the guesswork out of building and can be found online and at major home stores and retailers. Watch the Video! This kit includes all the connectors and connector screws you need to build a strong, sturdy workbench. All you need to buy is the lumber of your choice and a handful of wood screws. In the kit, you’ll get 8 Rigid Tie RTC2Z connector ..read more

We’ve been living without proper nightstands for over a year now and I’m thrilled to finally give our master bedroom the attention it deserves. Adam and I were previously using undersized, mismatched side tables that we “borrowed” from our kids’ rooms, so these new DIY Gustavian Nightstands are a huge improvement! Watch the Video! You might recall how I’ve been on a French design kick lately, ever since we bought our French colonial home almost two years ago. Technically, these DIY nightstands would be considered more of a Swedish Gustavian style, which is a less fussy, understated interpreta ..read more

How to make a DIY Balinese-inspired Carved Entryway Console Table with step-by-step plans and a beautiful video! *This post is in partnership with Inventables. The entryway is the first impression of a home which is why I wanted a truly show-stopping piece of furniture for our space. For over a year now, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect console table, but haven’t been able to find anything that really inspired me. I’ve long admired the intricacy and craftsmanship of Balinese carved wood furniture and though I briefly entertained the idea of creating a DIY version, I knew that hand-carvin ..read more

An in-depth tutorial on how to build a DIY built-in bunk bed for your kids! Lots of tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step plans, including a fun video! If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you would have seen sneak peeks of this project already. Today, I’m thrilled to share the full reveal with you! This DIY built-in bunk bed might look complicated, but it’s not! The design is simple, yet smart – we used 2×4 stud lumber and tongue-and-groove boards that “wrap” around the framework. You could build this bunk bed in just a few weekends! The design is similar to the DIY kids playhouse I bu ..read more

An in-depth tutorial on how to build DIY built-in cabinets with drawers! Lots of step-by-step photos, tips, and tricks on how to build and install drawers, including an awesome video! Hiii!!! I am so excited to share my latest DIY project with you today! I am one step closer to completing my home office makeover. Did you see my progress so far? I shared it here on The Home Depot blog! Can you believe these beautiful built-in cabinets are DIY?! They look amazing and the functionality of it is SO GOOD. I made these drawers super deep and wide so I can hide pretty much everything I ever owned in ..read more

First and foremost, I’m sending a big, heartfelt THANK YOU to those working on the front lines of this pandemic: medical staff, grocery store employees, public servants, and other essential workers. One of our good friends is an anesthesiologist in the Army and he was given a 36-hour notice before he had to pack up and leave his sweet family in Georgia to help COVID-19 patients in New York City. I dusted off the only respirator I had in my shop and shipped it off to him this week, along with a hefty prayer for his safety. Please know that I am infinitely grateful for you and others who are doi ..read more

A tutorial on how to build a DIY Simple Mobile Workbench from scrap wood. Includes step-by-step free project plans! Do you have a pile of scraps and a few hours to kill? This project is for you! We’re making the most of this quarantine and finally getting some of those small, long-overdue projects checked off the list. I recently moved into the #WoodhouseWorkshop and am figuring out where to put everything. I quickly realized that although I have my main workbench and the workbench that holds my X-carve, I wanted a smaller, simple workbench that I could roll around to wherever I’m working in t ..read more

A tutorial on how to build a DIY Kids House Bed with Storage Drawers. This post includes detailed project plans, a step-by-step photo tutorial, and a video! You might say I have a thing for building cute kid beds. I built this cabin bed for my son, this sliding barn door loft bed for my daughter, and this triple bunk bed for our triplet neighbors. Well, add another one to the list! This time, I built this DIY Kids House Bed with Storage Drawers for the triplets’ older sister! Isn’t it adorable? And don’t worry, if you’re intimidated by building and installing drawer slides, read on to see my c ..read more

*This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. If you follow me on Instagram and Facebook, you would have seen sneak peeks of my brand new workshop! I’ve been sharing behind-the-scenes stuff and sneak peeks of projects on Instagram and Facebook, usually in real time, so if you’re looking for the inside scoop, join me there, won’t you? We just recently ran power to the shop, so I can finally get in there and start moving in! So, so exciting!!! I haven’t landed on a solid shop layout yet, but I’m having fun doing all the research and combing the web for inspiration and ideas. One of the first things ..read more