Before and After: Vintage Dresser
After a few weeks of procrastination during the holidays, we finally finished this vintage dresser project. It’s come a long way since we first got it. It was cleaned, patched and brought back to life....
View ArticleValentine’s Day Printable Chocolate Bar Wrappers
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and I’ve created a simple and super cute way to give a Valentine along with a bar of chocolate. Below you’ll find a free downloadable chocolate bar wrapper...
View ArticleFriday Favorites
Happy Friday everyone! I’m introducing a new regular feature on my blog called Friday Favorites. I’ll be sharing a small selection of products, diy projects and home decor I discovered in the past...
View ArticleBefore and After: Painted Dresser
This one is different than my usual projects. I got this dresser for free and it’s not the mid century modern style I prefer, but I went for it. I knew a little paint would make it look so much better....
View ArticleFriday Favorites: High and Low
Today I’m sharing a mix of high end designer items and a few low cost DIY projects. I’m really loving all the bright colours I’m seeing lately, it’s totally refreshing. I’m not really into wearing much...
View ArticleOur Loft Apartment is Featured on Design*Sponge
Exciting news! Our loft apartment is featured on Design*Sponge. The last few weeks I’ve been taking photos of our place, learning very quickly that interior photography is damn hard! I shared some of...
View ArticleBefore and After: Vintage Cabinet
It’s finally done! It took a lot longer than expected because life and work got in the way, but I’m excited to share this before and after. The cabinet was in really rough shape. It was missing pieces...
View ArticleThe Pros and Cons of Loft Living
Over 3 years ago Andrew and I made the plunge to move in together and move into a loft apartment. It was all very exciting and new. It was also pretty stressful because we did a super rushed renovation...
View ArticleBefore and After: Vintage Laminate Dresser
Check out this latest furniture makeover. The dresser was purchased for a steal at $20 and the drawers actually slide nicely and have rails, so they stay in place. So much potential! The laminate faux...
View ArticleCraigslist Etiquette: Tips for buying and selling
I’ve been selling stuff on Craigslist forever. I’ve sold tear outs from home renovations, appliances, old toilets, cabinets, housewares and furniture. I feel like over the years I’ve really developed a...
View ArticlePrintable Christmas Gift Tags
Another Christmas is on it’s way and I’m here to share more printable Christmas gift tags with you! Just download the .pdf file in the link below and print on card stock paper at your local print shop...
View ArticleBefore and After: Painted Vintage Sideboard
This past Summer Andrew and I found this awesome solid plywood vintage sideboard, credenza, mid century modern cabinet (whatever you want to call it). I finally took some photos of it to share here and...
View ArticleWe’re Getting Our Vintage Chairs Upholstered
It only took just over a year, but we’ve finally started the process to get our vintage mid century chairs upholstered. I had written about it many months ago and now it’s finally becoming a reality!...
View ArticleA Totally Tea-riffic DIY Valentine
A quick and quirky DIY Valentine that pairs well with a small gift for your girlfriend, boyfriend, mom, dad, friend or anyone you love! It’s also great for birthday’s, anniversaries, or just because....
View ArticleHow To Make Rose Quartz Crystals
I made Rose Quartz crystals and I still can’t believe it! This DIY project is easier than it looks. The idea came from the need for Rose Quartz for a work project relating to Pantone Colour of the year...
View ArticleGet Organized With Custom Labels from Minted
Spring is in full swing, although in Vancouver it’s feeling more like Summer, it’s so warm! This time of year I love to freshen up my space, clean and dust everything, get rid of things I don’t need...
View ArticleHow to Fix Rusted Metal with Gold Sharpie Pens
After spending the past couple of years fixing up old furniture I’ve come across a lot of rusted metal, it’s fairly straight forward to fix larger areas of metal with spray paint or just replace it...
View ArticleBefore and After: Grey and Gold Painted Vintage Dresser
I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted a painted dresser makeover, but the honest truth is that I haven’t had any projects! I’d be looking for one to work on every week with no luck, sure there...
View ArticleVintage Chest of Drawers Before and After
A friend found this small chest of drawers in an alley way and messaged me about it, when I saw the photos I immediately knew there was something beautiful under all the ugly contact paper it was...
View ArticleDIY Terrarium Using An Old Light Fixture
Last week I walked into my local Habitat For Humanity Restore, where you can find used home items such as construction materials, furniture and fixtures. I was hunting for a new furniture project when...
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