A DIY music holder is a must for music lovers that want an beautiful storage solution. If you also love the farmhouse, country rustic style then this post will be music to your ears. I’ll share with you how I turned an old magazine rack into a distressed music holder that is the perfect solution for storing my music.… Read More
If you want a more classic way to decorate for fall–one that is void of pumpkin guts–I’ve got exactly what you’re looking for! This DIY rustic, totally “in” color pallete combines the romantic light pink pumpkin dusted in gold glitter with the classic white pumpkin. And below I show you how it all came together. DIY Pink &… Read More
Call me weird, but I have this thing where I collect gift bags and tissue paper. After years of doing this, I have over 10 gallon-sized Ziploc bags full of carefully folded tissue paper (in every color of the rainbow) and about 30 gift bags. These get recycled and used for birthday, wedding, baby shower,… Read More
When Amber and I launched The DIY Lighthouse in July of 2015, we had a vision for the future of our website. That vision included opening up an online shop that showcased handmade products and supported creativity. What we didn’t foresee at the time were the 10 other women and 1 husband and wife team… Read More
Moms are like ninjas. I mean, think about it. They can be a chauffeur, personal chef, nurse, referee, house maid, comedian, shrink, banker, professional organizer, teacher, aaaand the Tooth Fairy and Easter Bunny all in the same day. Like I said, ninjas. And while they have one of the most demanding and never-ending jobs around, moms… Read More
If you don’t have a coat closet (or really if you’re in need of any additional closet space) then this post is for you. Below we’ll show you how to make your own DIY coat closet on a budget with this easy IKEA hack. In my old apartment, a few weeks after moving in, I realized we had a serious problem on… Read More
Can you feel it? Mmmhhmm! It’s summer time…almost. And when it feels like spring or summer, it should look like it too! Which is why we’ve pulled together this DIY Spring & Summer wreath compilation photos for your crafty self! Achin’ for some bacon (aka wreath inspiration, ideas, and how-to tips)? No probs! After you’re done looking through these lovely, visual-feast wreath… Read More
We all have them. . . eyesores (like cords, routers, cable boxes, thermostats, and more) throughout our homes. If you’re looking for a simple and easy idea to cover up the eyesores, here’s how to hide ugly electronics in your home: put your ugly electronics in a cute basket! This idea sounds so simple. . . because it is! You… Read More
Take a look at your wall. If it’s a snooze fest, then you’re in the right place. Stenciling a wall is the perfect compromise if you’re too afraid to use wall paper but you’re ready for more than just blah, blah, blah. A stenciled wall adds interest and pattern to a room without breaking the bank. If… Read More
Rustic can be so romantic. Sooo, why not leverage that and create the perfect rustic Valentines Day decor for your home? We took a common Valentines Day quote and made it special by hand painting it onto a natural wood background. The wooden blocks paired well with our cute sign to make a love-ly display… Read More