Category Archives: DIY Projects

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Publishing A Children’s Book – My Book’s Exciting Journey

Publishing a book has been on my bucket list (my life to-do list) ever since I was a sophomore in high school. At the time I had no idea what I wanted to write. I just thought publishing a book sounded cool. I had no idea how much work and persistence went into publishing a… Read More


How to Prep to Put LVP over Tile

We really wanted LVP (luxury vinyl planking) instead of our builder-grade tile. But we also didn’t want to spend a bucket of money to do it. So, after getting bids from flooring companies, my husband and I decided to lay the LVP ourselves. Over our tile. (In the picture below you can see where we… Read More


Ballerina Birthday Party for 3 Year Old Girl

Charlie Marie went through a cute ballerina phase and requested a pink ballerina party for her three year birthday. It was fun coming up with our decorations, food, and activities, and today I’m sharing them with you! (This ballerina birthday party post contains affiliate links that I may be compensated for. Your clicks and purchases help… Read More








Easy Environmentally Friendly Switches

(This environmentally friendly switches post contains affiliate links that I may be compensated for. Your clicks and purchases help support The DIY Lighthouse at no extra charge to you.) Living in Seattle for five years has definitely influenced my behaviors and philosophies, even though I don’t still live there. Seattleites are amazing at thinking green and wanting… Read More