A Cool, DIY Headboard That Makes a Statement (Half Circle Headboard)

Create an upholstered DIY headboard that makes a statement, for under $200!

Have you seen the oversized half circle headboards popping up on home tours and Pinterest lately?

I love the look and I was pretty sure I could DIY my own, so I gave it a try and it turned out (almost) just like I pictured. I’ll explain later. But for now, the details!

Wanna make a half circle DIY headboard? The whole project can be completed in a weekend and costs less than $200 (or even lower in price if you have some of the basic materials already). Similar headboards cost $800-2,000 if you buy them online or in a store. Click through to see how I made it.

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How to Make a DIY Fireplace Hearth

Sharing a DIY fireplace project that completely transformed a non working fireplace for less than $10!

You might remember seeing a glimpse of this project back when I did the reader room makeover. It was one of my favorite projects I completed for the space, and one of those things that I would totally do again, in another home.

It’s very easy to do (with very limited materials) AND extremely budget-friendly. Bonus! It utilizes materials that you can find at most home improvement stores (both Lowes and Home Depot had a variation of the same material I used), so it’s accessible as well.

SO! If you’re looking for a DIY fireplace project, specifically an idea for updating the fireplace hearth, this tutorial is for you. Just keep in mind it’s for non-working fireplaces only.

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DIY Notebooks in 5 Minutes (Two Ways)

DIY notebooks that are cute and easy to make. Plus, it will only take 5 minutes!

I’ve made little DIY notebooks here and there for years. And honestly, it’s resulted in what feels like an infinite number of places to jot down notes or sketch out ideas. BUT for some reason no matter how many I make (or buy for that matter), I can never find the *right* notebook when I need it.

So, here I am making another set of notebooks to stash around the house. I’m building on a notebook tutorial I wrote back in 2016 and adding a second way to make notebooks that is equally fast and cute, IMO.

I wanted to make them really special. If I really love them, maybe I won’t lose them this time?! So, I made them with wallpaper, but not just any wallpaper… the wallpaper dreams are made of!

Want to make a set of your own? Here’s how to make your own wallpaper notebooks in about 5 minutes.

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Cute Slippers to Keep You Cozy this Winter

Really cute slippers for women, for the cold winter.

Is there anything more comforting than a cozy pair of slippers on a cold day? Or maybe just a cozy pair of slippers ANY day, while we all recover from the train wreck that was 2020.

Slippers are like a little blanket for your feet. And I literally wear them EVERY single day now, so I kind of feel a little bit like a slipper expert, at this point. Anyone else wear slippers a lot now?

So, I put together a list of some of the cute slippers I’ve been eyeing. Numbers 1, 2, and 7 are all in my cart right now, but I cannot decide between the three of them.

Bonus! Two-thirds of the slippers on this list are under $60 (and there’s one pair under $30)! Click through to see all 12.

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Cool Calendars and Cute Planners for 2021

A list of cool calendars and cute planners to (fingers crossed) be able to write some things down we’re all planning or looking forward to doing this year.

Clearly, last year wasn’t the greatest and who knows what 2021 will bring. BUT I put together a list of cute calendars and planners, just in case. Fingers crossed for a better new year for all of us.

If this doesn’t sound like something you wanna do, no pressure! But if you’re into it, here’s my list of 2021 calendars and planners that are cool and cute. I just hung number 17 from this list on my wall and am trying to decide on a 2021 planner now, if you wanna help me decide.

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92 of the Best DIY Gifts for Everyone on Your List

DIY gifts for anyone and everyone! There are so many amazing ideas here, that you can still make in time for Christmas.

Just days before Christmas, I wanted to put together a really big list of DIY gift ideas for the holidays before it gets too late. Only 2 days left! How is that even possible?!

I may have gotten a little carried away though because I almost fell asleep putting it together. Ha! For real though! There are so many good DIY gift ideas on the list this year – 92 projects to be exact! So there will be no excuse for not finding something to make for a friend or family member this holiday season.

Alright, roll up those sleeves and open up that crafting drawer. Here are 92 really good DIY gift ideas for the holiday season. P.S. I’m also dying to know what your favorite gift you ever received is! I shared mine after the jump, and I’d love to hear yours too.

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Easy DIY Christmas Craft: Beaded Star Ornaments

Looking for an easy DIY Christmas craft? Make these cute beaded star ornaments for your tree or use them as gift toppers for presents.

If you’re looking for an easy DIY Christmas craft to try before the 25th, can I recommend this beaded star ornament / gift topper idea?

It’s one of those things that you can do mindlessly while you’re watching movies or a craft you can try with kiddos over the winter break. Just monitor little ones since the beads are small.

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Paper and Stitch

A Cool, DIY Headboard That Makes a Statement (Half Circle Headboard)

How to Make a DIY Fireplace Hearth

DIY Notebooks in 5 Minutes (Two Ways)

Cute Slippers to Keep You Cozy this Winter

Cool Calendars and Cute Planners for 2021

92 of the Best DIY Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Easy DIY Christmas Craft: Beaded Star Ornaments

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