DIY Projects & Ideas
Industrial Holiday Décor with Simple Materials
Hi! It’s Taryn from Design, Dining and Diapers! Who is ready for the holidays? I am! I know we all get used to the traditional red and green holiday décor, but I like to do things a little differently; I’m all about the neutrals and adding a few unexpected materials.
DIY Industrial Hanging Pots
Hi! It’s Taryn from Design, Dining and Diapers! Since the New Year I’ve been busy working on our new family room (you can see peeks of it here), and I’m finally in the stage of pulling all the little details together and filling blank wall space.
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Freshen up for Spring with these exterior and interior home maintenance project checklists.
Paintbrush 101: Choose the Right Paint Applicator
Choose the right paint paintbrush, roller, pad, or sprayer to save you time and give you professional-looking results with your next paint project.
Remove Rust from Metal for Spring Cleaning
Find out how to get rust off metal and get rid of rust today!
7 Common Paint Problems (And How to Fix Them)
3 Steps - Learn how to fix paint problems such as flaking, peeling, cratering, mildew, sagging, dripping, lap marks, and hat-banding using this DIY guide.
Dresser Makeover I Wish I Had Done Years Ago
Years ago, in what seems like another life, I worked in a buying office for a big home goods store based out of New York. Along with carrying items like bedding, towels and dishes they also carried bigger items like bedroom furniture.
How I Made DIY Chalk Paint to Refinish an End Table
End tables are a dime a dozen at tag sales…and they are the best way to test out your painting/refinishing skills. Folks worry all the time… “What if I paint it and don’t like it!?!” but when you start out with a beat up $10 table, there should be no worries in your mind.
How I Made a Rustic Coffee Table in 2 Hours
Hello there! How was your weekend? We had a great one – guess WHAT? Stink Eye Sis got engaged!! 🙂 So excited! So now we have a wedding to plan – how fun is that? We also continued to get some stuff done outside.
Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Try these autumn-inspired ideas for lawn, garden and home.
Paint Ideas: Color Palettes from the World
Get inspired by searching out paint colors popular in other parts of the world then start preparing to paint your home with the colors of the world.
How to Make a DIY Boot Mat
Keep wet, muddy footprints outside and add a splash of color to your entryway with this DIY guide from True Value.
Knockoff Sunburst Mirror: How I Made a Statement Piece for $10
Well hello! I’m so excited to share this little DIY project with you all (y’all? Can I be southern for a moment?) Because it turned out JUST how I envisioned.
DIY Fire Log Holder
For me, fall means leaves crunching, apple cider sipping and fire-crackling good times. To maximize the frequency of these good times, we recently created a cozy outdoor space with some new furniture and an outdoor fireplace. It is a great spot to land at the end of a long week… grab a favorite snack and […]