Home Decor

How to Prep to Put LVP over Tile

We really wanted LVP (luxury vinyl planking) instead of our builder-grade tile. But we also…

Indoor Plant Wall – Modern Boho Planter Pots

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Sprucing Up Your Living Room With DIY Wallpaper

(This DIY wallpaper collaborative post written by Brandy Frame contains content that I may be…

United States Temples Scratch Off Map

My husband and I have a new product live on Amazon, and this one is…

1 Year in our Home – Before & After Pics

Wow, this past week we hit 1 year in our home! Time flies! I still…

DIY Large Travel Gallery Wall Tutorial & Links

I recently revealed our long entry hallway makeover and promised to go into more detail…

DIY Live Edge Wood Shelf Tutorial

I recently revealed our long entry hallway makeover and promised to go into more detail…

Long Entryway Ideas – Our Entry Hallway Before/After

When we walked through our house before buying it, I wondered what in the world…

DIY Constellation Mural Wall & Kids Bedroom

Our DIY constellation mural wall all started because the kids’ bedroom was literally the most…

Play Kitchen Makeover & Playroom Pictures

Our play kitchen makeover story all started when our sweet next-door neighbors popped over one…

Before Pictures of Our New House

Amber here. I haven’t really talked much about it yet, but my family moved a…

Home Office Makeover & Mia Lamp Giveaway!

It has been 8 months since we moved into our new home in Rochester, MN.…

DIY Grey Paint Wash Dining Table & Chairs

I’m in love with our grey paint wash dining table and bench. And our beautiful…

Moss Wall Art: How to Make DIY Preserved Moss Art

Once again my mom gave me permission to let my creativity run wild. (Thanks mom!)…

Staging your Home on a Budget

We’re finishing up the home selling process (the sale is pending), and I’ve got a…

Things You Can Wash in the Dishwasher

I’m not a germaphobe, but I do like to occasionally remove germs and grime from…

5 Tips for a Minimalist Closet

Disclosure: These five tips for a minimalist closet post has been compensated by Amanda Joy…

St Patricks Day Home Decor Idea

Growing up we always celebrated St Patrick’s Day with a green Cream O’ Wheat breakfast…

20 Coolest Hammocks Ever

Guess what?… we’ve got a big list of the coolest hammocks ever! This collection includes outdoor…

How to Paint a Mountain Mural

The coolest wall in our house is definitely located in my son’s PNW Mountain and…

PNW Mountain & Woodland Animal Themed Nursery

As city people, we have a tiny den that our little boy sleeps in. This…

How to Purge & Organize Your Home Like a Pro | Part 2: Organizing

Welcome to Part 2 of my mini series How to Purge & Organize Your Home…

How to Purge & Organize Your Home Like a Pro | Part 1: Purging

Ready to purge? Chances are if you’re reading this then one of the following statements…

free Fall printables

10 FREE Fall Printables | Autumn Home Decor

I feel like I fall in love with Fall every year. Cozy sweaters, hot chocolate,…

Nautical Home Decor Inspiration

No matter where you live, you can bring the beach to your home with nautical…

DIY Summer Wreath Tutorial

Summer is here which definitely calls for making a DIY summer wreath! I need to add…

5 Ways to Give Your Bathroom a Summer Refresh

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Practical Diaper Changing Station Tutorial

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Condo Home Tour: Amber’s Seattle City Home

Home is my happy place. After living in rentals for years, it is amazing to…

Lifesaver Tip for an Organized and Clean Fridge

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DIY Music Holder: Old Magazine Rack Storage Solution

A DIY music holder is a must for music lovers that want an beautiful storage…

DIY pink & gold-dusted pumpkin decorating

DIY Pink & Gold-Dusted Pumpkin Decorating

If you want a more classic way to decorate for fall–one that is void of pumpkin guts–I’ve…

DIY ombre tissue paper fringe wall decor

DIY Ombre Tissue Paper Fringe Wall Decor

Call me weird, but I have this thing where I collect gift bags and tissue…

Meet The Sellers! [The DIY Lighthouse Shop]

When Amber and I launched The DIY Lighthouse in July of 2015, we had a…

Mother’s Day Gift Idea | DIY Home Decor How-To

Moms are like ninjas. I mean, think about it. They can be a chauffeur, personal…

coat closet hack

DIY Coat Closet on a Budget: IKEA Hack

If you don’t have a coat closet (or really if you’re in need of any additional closet…

DIY Spring & Summer Wreath Compilation

Can you feel it? Mmmhhmm! It’s summer time…almost. And when it feels like spring or…

DIY Hack: How to Hide Ugly Electronics in Your Home

We all have them. . . eyesores (like cords, routers, cable boxes, thermostats, and more)…

How to Stencil a Wall with a Pattern

Take a look at your wall. If it’s a snooze fest, then you’re in the…

Rustic Valentines Day Decor – Wood You Be Mine? Wall Hanging

Rustic can be so romantic. Sooo, why not leverage that and create the perfect rustic…

Wooden Crate Spice Organizer

This wooden crate spice organizer is the perfect way to spice up your kitchen home decor…

Placemat Repurposed into Christmas Elk Pillow

Have you herd? Whether you’re looking for the perfect man cave Christmas decoration or an easy way…

DIY Wooden Custom Clocks [by ShaNae @ CarrierCustoms]

Hello y’all! My name is ShaNae Carrier and I’m writing today with the help of…

How-To Holiday Decor: DIY Christmas Star

The Christmas star is one of the most significant, beautiful symbols of Christmas. Throughout the…

How to Make a DIY Window Picture Frame

If you’re looking for a fun, easy DIY home decor project then this could be…

DIY Antique Towel Holder How-To

When my husband and I got some fancy pantsy, white robes for our anniversary, we didn’t…

Fall Decor Inspiration for a Tight Budget

Fall is so fun to decorate for. I’m not a huge fan of the scary…

21 Essential Fall Color Palettes

Popular colors change from season to season and year to year, so it’s important to…

How-To DIY Framed Chalkboard Wall Art

Looking for a beautiful, easy way to personalize your home? This framed chalkboard wall art is inexpensive…

9 Home Staging Tips You Should Know

Everyone has been told to not judge a book by its cover, but in reality,…

3 Easy Steps: How to Create a Breathtaking DIY Floral Wall Hanging

Whether you’re wanting to display a floral arrangement with great sentimental value to you or…

Dining Set: DIY Modern Makeover

Every piece of furniture has a story.  My dining set was adopted into our family…

Reupholster Tip: Stretch Like Canvas

This tip is very helpful when starting on a reupholster project. It saves time and…

Make Any Mirror Reflect You for $5

Doing DIY on a budget means looking at things in a different way. It means…

For Smoother Results: Get the Right Sandpaper Grit Size

Here is sandpaper grit size in a nutshell. Sandpaper comes in all grits and sizes.…

DIY Hack: Get Paint for Free

Needing to paint a dresser or picture frame? Chances are, you might be able to…

Coastal Décor is Trending: Boat Bookshelf Makeover

  As you may have noticed, coastal décor is trending. So, it was basically love…

DIY Old Page Wall: A Step-by-Step Tutorial

My mom wanted her walls covered in old pages for a while. (She got her…

DIY Vintage Soap Jar: Bathroom Decor

If you’re looking for a little decor piece to freshen up your bathroom, try making a DIY…

How to Keep Your Paintbrush from Drying Out

Believe me, I am no painting expert… I’m just a woman who occasionally finds myself…

6 Tips for Painting When Pregnant

I’m pregnant. I’ve heard some people say not to paint while pregnant, but I want…

Sofa Table Gone Rustic

Rustic is back. And one way to get an old, rustic feel into your living…

How to Distress an Antique Dresser

Follow these step-by-step directions on how to stain, paint, and distress dresser. I will also…

Chalkboard Desk & Dandelion Wall Art

We are all about creativity here at The DIY Lighthouse, and a chalkboard surface provides…

Refurbished Coffee Table

Good karma must have come my way, because this bad boy came free…minus the updated…