Want to makeover your bathroom? Building a vanity is a great place to start! Here are a ton of DIY bathroom vanity ideas to inspire your project! Bathroom makeovers are some of my favorites. Bathrooms are the unsung heroes of most homes - not as glamorous as kitchens but just as well used! When planning...
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How to pose skeletons in your yard
Here's a step by step tutorial on how to pose skeletons in your yard, climbing trees, or climbing up the side of your house! This post was sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible. We are VERY into halloween. It's my favorite holiday....
Spider Stairs - Easy Halloween Decor Idea
Want to add a spooky vibe to your home? Here's how to decorate with spider stairs - a super easy Halloween decor idea! I am always looking for fun ways to bring Halloween decor into our home. I love little touches of spookiness, especially in unexpected places! One of my favorite views in our home...
How to make a DIY pumpkin arch garland
Want to add drama to your outdoor Halloween decorations? Here is how to make a DIY pumpkin arch garland from plastic pumpkins and white lights! This project was sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make CharlestonCrafted possible! We absolutely love Halloween, and we especially love decorating...
26 Inspiring DIY Staircase Makeover Ideas
Bored with your staircase? Here are a ton of DIY staircase makeover ideas to inspire your stair remodel project! There are many spaces in your home that are super functional. The kitchen, the bathrooms, the hallways. And of course, the stairways! Just because a space is functional doesn't mean that it can't be beautiful, too....
A gold and green guest bedroom makeover
Check out the details of our green and gold guest bedroom makeover! We have finished making over our guest bedroom. This room is on the first floor of our home and is right off the entryway. This is a space that everyone sees when they visit our home. We wanted to make it more beautiful...
How to create an established flower garden in one afternoon
This post will show you how to create an established flower garden in just one afternoon! Get the basics here and then click over at the end to the full post on The Home Depot Blog for the step-by-step! This post was sponsored by The Home Depot. All opinions are our own and our opinion...
How to build a DIY modern floating nightstand
If you love a modern arched look but have minimal space next to your bed, try your hand at this DIY modern floating nightstand! We're working on our guest bedroom makeover and part of that included adding a day bed that would serve as a couch for us and a pull out king bed for...
What is a daybed and how to use one in your home
Considering adding a daybed to your space? Let's talk about what is a daybed and how to use one in your home! This post was sponsored by Wayfair. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible. As a part of our guest bedroom makeover, we decided to swap...
How to create a cozy corner for kids
Looking for reading corner ideas? Here are my best tips on how to create a cozy corner for kids! Kids love a place to snuggle up, get cozy, and maybe even read a book. If you have the space, I think that every kids' room should have a cozy corner! This cozy corner could be...
Fall shelf decor ideas
Want to redecorate your shelves for fall? Here are fall shelf decor ideas to inspire your autumn decorating! It is fun to redecorate your home seasonally. But, it can also be overwhelming, expensive, and cluttery to feel like you need to replace everything multiple times a year. I am a big believer that little tweaks...
How to build and install simple DIY floating shelves
There are lots of different types of shelves, but floating shelves are always popular. Learn how to build and install simple DIY floating shelves with our tutorial and plans! In working on the design for our guest bedroom makeover, we had to figure out what to do with the big empty wall above our bar...
22 DIY entryway bench ideas
Want to make your entryway more functional? Here are a ton of DIY entryway bench ideas for your home! An entryway is the first thing people see when they enter your home. Let's make it great! Whether you have a small entryway or a large foyer, you can make the space both functional and beautiful....
4 Simple king bed pillow arrangement ideas
King sized beds are beautiful and grand - especially if you decorate the bed with pillows! Here are some of my favorite king sized bed pillow arrangement ideas! Now that we have had a king bed for five years, I don't know if we could ever go back to a smaller bed! Sleeping in queen...
How to build a wall-mounted fold-down vanity- FREE plans
If you need a vanity but don't have a lot of space, check out how we built a wall-mounted fold-down vanity in our guest bedroom to give us what we needed without taking up the floor! This post was sponsored by National Hardware. National Hardware's Made By Me kits are the perfect way to help...
Guest bedroom makeover design plan
We are planning to makeover our guest bedroom! Here is the complete guest bedroom makeover design plan! I love doing simple room makeovers to add our personality and style to the space. Our home was super builder beige when we moved in. That's fine - it's not offensive or anything - but it is boring....
27 easy scrap wood projects
Every woodworker has lots of scrap wood leftover from each woodworking project and you don't know what to do with it! Here are some easy scrap wood projects that you can make quickly and easily and use up your pile! There are two kinds of woodworkers- the kind who saves all of their scraps and...
The 20 Best Green Paint Colors for Cabinets
Green is a popular paint color and looks beautiful in most homes. Here are my favorite green paint colors for cabinets! Whether you are designing a kitchen or a bathroom, cabinet color is one thing that can date a space quickly. Luckily, it is also something that is easy and inexpensive to change. If you...
How to use a grout pen
Want to refresh your stained tile grout? Here's how to use a grout pen to give your tile and grout a fresh look! I would really love to renovate our kids' bathroom. It's builder basic and it has a weird awkward layout (with a diagonal door that bangs into the vanity - we actually took...
How to replace a rotted wood deck or porch railing
If your deck or porch railing is rotten, it needs to be replaced before it becomes a safety concern. This post will show you how to replace a rotted wood deck or porch railing at your home to keep your family safe! We always focus on creating new things and making over rooms and spaces...
How to stain poplar wood
Perfect your poplar wood projects with our staining tips! Discover how to stain poplar wood for a beautiful, professional finish on your first try. Poplar is a super popular wood for beginners to work with. This is because it is often the cheapest hardwood available for sale at big box stores. Lumber prices have skyrocketed...
How to build a DIY learning tower - PDF plans!
Want to help your kids help in the kitchen? Here's how to build a DIY learning tower with printable PDF woodworking plans! Do your kids love being involved in the kitchen? Our kids love helping - especially baking and making cookies! We previously have used a small, folding, 2 step step-stool (similar to this DIY...
24 Woodworking projects to make and sell
Want to make some extra cash? Here are a ton of ideas for easy woodworking projects to make and sell! Looking to make a little extra cash this holiday season? If you are a woodworker, an easy idea might be to make things that you can sell for a profit. That can be a great...
What is the difference between common and actual lumber dimensions?
A common misconception is that the name of lumber at the store is the size the wood actually is. This is no longer true, so we're here to talk all about the difference between common vs actual lumber sizes and break it all down for your next woodworking project! Have you ever been to the...
The 12 Best Blue Paint Colors for Cabinets
Blue is a popular paint color and looks beautiful in most homes. Here are my favorite blue paint colors for cabinets! Whether you are designing a kitchen or a bathroom, cabinet color is one thing that can date a space quickly. Luckily, it is also something that is easy and inexpensive to change. If you...
How to make DIY kitchen drawer dividers
Get some organization in your life by making custom DIY kitchen utensil drawer organizers and get each of your kitchen drawers in great shape! Use this post to show you how to build a kitchen drawer organizer that can be customized to your space! We are very organized people (for the most part), but one...
How to get the best plywood for your money
Stressed shopping for plywood for your woodworking projects? Here's how to get the best plywood for your money and our guide on how to shop for plywood! We love working with plywood because you can cut it down to the exact size you need - no piecing together of boards necessary. You also get a...
Screened Porch makeover reveal
We reconfigured and redecorated our small screened porch for a fresh new look with more functionality. Check out our screened porch makeover reveal! We decided to spend our spring and summer DIY project energy and budget working on our backyard and outdoor areas. That has meant a lot of plants and planting, but we also...
DIY square outdoor dining table
If you're looking to enjoy the summer weather outside while you enjoy a meal, this DIY square outdoor dining table is perfect for you! Check out how we built it and grab the woodworking plans! I don't know about you, but we LOVE eating dinner on our screened porch! It's so nice to be able...
The 21 best cream paint colors
Looking for the perfect neutral paint color for your home? Here are the best cream paint colors that might be perfect for your space! People love a neutral paint color. I get it - neutral paint lets you choose from many accent colors and you can even completely change your accent color scheme without having...
How to build a DIY plant stand with hanging bar
We have lots of potted plants in our house and needed somewhere to keep them together. So, we developed this DIY plant stand with hanging bar to put all our small potted plants together! This post was sponsored by Kreg Tool, makers of the pocket hole tools we used in this build. All opinions are...
Mullet M5 dust collector review
Looking for the best dust collection system for your small workshop? This post will talk about different options and focus on adding a Mullet M5 cyclonic canister dust collector to your shop vacuum for you best option. Disclosure: We were provided with a Mullet M5 for free for use in our shop, but were not...
11 living wall ideas for your home
Love houseplants? Consider adding a living wall - a wall full of plants! Here are a ton of living wall ideas for your home! Houseplants are a beautiful and popular way to decorate. They add texture and a natural feel to your home. Plus, they bring in the trending green color. One way to be...
How to set up a rain barrel - the easy way!
Considering adding a rain barrel to your yard? Here is an easy guide on how to set up a rain barrel and lots of rain barrel FAQs! We try to take steps to be more eco-friendly - like installing solar panels, composting, and recycling or upcycling furniture whenever possible. One thing I was excited to...
How to build a DIY modern outdoor sectional couch
This DIY modern outdoor sectional couch is perfect for summer evenings with friends or winter evenings around the fire. The modern design is simple and functional and saves hundreds of dollars compared to buying one online. This project was sponsored by Kreg Tool, makers of the pocket hole joinery tools we used in this video....
How to upgrade your backyard on a budget
Looking for easy backyard ideas for DIY landscaping on a budget? Here is how to upgrade your backyard on a budget! If you have a home with a backyard - large or small - you are probably wanting to fix it up! Everyone with a backyard always wants to fix it up to be just...
How to stain pine wood
Transform your pine wood projects with our expert staining guide! Learn how to stain pine wood for a flawless, professional finish every time. Pine is a super popular wood for beginners to work with. This is because it is often the cheapest and most frequently in-stock wood available for sale. For the first five years...
How to mount a staghorn fern
Staghorn ferns are a very popular houseplant that grow differently that many other plants. Here's how to mount a staghorn fern with a DIY mount to help your fern thrive! Morgan is a houseplant fanatic, and we have a very large variety of plants in and around our home at all times. For her birthday,...
21 Woodworking projects for the bathroom
Want to customize your bathroom without remodeling? Here are a ton of ideas for woodworking projects for the bathroom that you can make yourself! Bathrooms are one space in the home that really gets dated quickly. However, a full bathroom makeover is expensive and overwhelming. It's actually pretty easy to give your bathroom a new,...
DIY three tiered rolling plant stand
Check out how we built a DIY three tiered rolling plant stand to hold all of our small potted plants on the porch. Get the details on this easy DIY project and FREE woodworking plans to build it here! This post is sponsored by Kreg Tool. We used Kreg pocket hole joinery to make this...
What is white wood?
Curious about 'white wood' at your local home improvement store? Discover what white wood really is, how it stacks up against pine, and get tips on using it effectively for your next DIY project! Beginning woodworkers are easily overwhelmed in the lumber aisles of hardware stores. And, seriously, we get it. We started DIYing and...
How to add solar post lights
If you want to brighten up the exterior of your home, try adding solar lights to the posts on your stairs or porch railings. It's a simple DIY project that makes a huge difference! We recently decided to spruce up the front and back stairs to our house and one way we did was to...