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Toddler jungle bedroom room reveal!
Looking for inspiration for a jungle themed kid's bedroom? Check out the toddler jungle bedroom that we DIY-ed for our animal-obsessed 2 year old! When we moved into our new home, we knew it was going to be a while before we started doing room makeovers (I had a baby a week later, so yeah...
February Home Maintenance Checklist - FREE Printable
Trying to get - and keep - your home in shape? Ongoing maintenance is key! Here is the home maintenance checklist for February to keep your house in great condition! Owning a home can be really exciting - but it also can be really boring, too. A lot of those boring tasks can slip through...
How to make a quick & easy felt ball garland
Want to add a colorful felt ball garland to your holiday or home decor? Here is the easiest way to make one yourself! I am really loving decorating with bold colors in Luke's room. We recently hung a felt leaf garland over his crib, but being across from the extremely colorful mural, the green on...
Easy DIY play tent - with PDF woodworking plans!
Want to make a homemade play tent for your children's bedroom or playroom? Here is a step by step tutorial and video to show you exactly how we made this DIY kids tent! We are so excited to be wrapping up Luke's bedroom makeover. It has been so fun working on all of these projects...
How to make a DIY Growth Chart
Want to make a simple DIY child growth chart for your home? Here is an easy step by step tutorial to make a homemade growth chart! Luke is 2 years old and growing so quickly. I didn't even really realize it until Rory was born - but he is huge and growing by the inch....
How to build a custom closet: DIY closet shelving tutorial
Want to build a custom closet system for your home? Here is the tried + true methods we have used to create a custom built closet shelving system in many closets in our home! The worst thing about new homes is the single builder grade wire shelf in each closet. One of the biggest home...
How to build a DIY shoe shelf- with PDF plans
Here's how we built a simple shoe shelf for helping to organize all the shoes in our mudroom! Interested in building a DIY shoe shelf for your space? There are lots of options depending on the look and functionality you're looking for. Shoes everywhere is one of the easiest ways to make your home look...
How to hang outdoor string lights
String lights add a magical twinkling vibe and the practicality of good lighting to any outdoor or patio space. If you want to add string lights to your outdoor space, check out this step by step guide. This post was sponsored by National Hardware. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible....
How to frost a glass door
If you want to add privacy to a glass door without losing the light bright feeling it gives your home, consider frosting the glass door panels! Here is how to frost glass for privacy. One thing that I love about our new home is that the guest bedroom is on the first floor. It gives...
How to paint a mural
Want to paint a mural but don't know where to begin? Here are the steps I took to paint a jungle mural in my son's bedroom! One thing on my life bucket list has been to paint a mural. And I know, a mural can be a lot. They are bold and specific and not...
January Home Maintenance Checklist - FREE printable!
Owning a home has a lot of benefits, but one of the big struggles for many home owners is home maintenance. Here are the home related tasks to tackle in January to keep your home running smoothly! I love owning a home, but the maintenance can be overwhelming to think about. It's easy enough to...
DIY metal and wood console table
This DIY metal and wood console table is perfect for a bathroom, entryway or small space. It is great for holding towels, wash clothes, tissues and much more. It uses down rods from light fixtures and wood of your choice. Adding the unique element of metal to a wooden table is a pop people aren't...
Our 2020 Christmas Decor
2020 has been a wild ride. We are, for the first time, not hosting extended family for Christmas. It's just us at home and we honestly decorated a bit less than we normally do, and didn't do too much extra this year. But, I wanted to share a peek at our decorations to share that...
How to build a tree bookshelf
If you want to add a bookshelf shaped like a tree to your home, here is how to build it! We are giving our son a jungle themed bedroom makeover and decided to build him this DIY tree style bookshelf and toy shelf! This post was sponsored by Kreg Tool, which offers tools perfect for...
4 easy DIY garage organization ideas
Ever look around your garage and realize how unorganized it is? With so many small items in a garage, it's easy for it to get out of control. We've got four easy DIY garage organization ideas to help you out! This post is sponsored by National Hardware. Links to their products are included in the...
DIY garage paint storage
This project has you covered for a way to store paint and stain in an organized way. This easy DIY garage paint storage system will display your paints and stains and keep you organized! If you're like most people, you have a stack of ¾ used paint cans in your garage. You don't want to...
DIY entryway shelf with hooks
This DIY entryway shelf with hooks project has been sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible! We've got new plans and a great idea for a DIY entryway shelf with hooks to organize your home! We just moved into our house and...
DIY wooden tabletop Christmas trees
Add a little boho Christmas flair this year with these DIY wooden tabletop Christmas trees. They are great for a mantle, entry table or kitchen peninsula and are easy to make! These DIY wooden tabletop Christmas trees are a great way to add a little bit of height and interest to your holiday decor. The...
Mockingbird stroller vs City Select Stroller
Shopping for a new stroller? We are comparing our Mockingbird Single-to-Double stroller with the City Select and sharing the results! One of the biggest buys for many new parents is a stroller. Whether you plan to walk in your neighborhood, travel, or use it as your primary mode of child transportation, selecting a stroller is...
Our 2020 Favorite Things
Hello! This time of year, everyone is looking for gift ideas for themselves and others. Instead of an official "gift guide," this year we thought that we would share some of our favorite things. We have them, we love them, and we think you might love them, too! Our 2020 Favorite Things Workshop Wobble Stool...
How to make a Wooden Dowel Christmas Tree
This easy homemade wooden dowel Christmas tree adds the perfect minimalist, boho or Scandinavian touch to your holiday decor. Here's a step by step tutorial on how to make it! I have been loving boho holiday decor this year (did you catch my Christmas tree wall hanging?!). Boho style features a lot of natural elements...
5 ideas for holiday home cleanup
This holiday home cleanup post is sponsored by Hoover and their line of ONEPWR cleaning solutions! All opinions and content are our own. Thank you for supporting brands that make our business possible! You've heard of spring cleaning, but you really can't wait a year between deep cleans of your home. With the holidays coming...
Decocrated Winter 2020 Unboxing + Review
Interested in the Decocrated home decor subscription service? Here is what I got in this box and my review! I love receiving my Decocrated box every quarter. It's like getting a big box full of presents. Each item is in it's own box and it's so fun to open them one at a time! I...
DIY Boho Christmas Wall Hanging
Want to create a Boho-style wall hanging for your Christmas decor? Here is a step by step guide to how I made this rope and wood Christmas tree wall hanging! Traditional style Christmas decor is always tried and true, but I love decorating for the trends each holiday, too. Ususally trends that are popular in...
DIY Montessori toy shelf- with PDF plans
This DIY Montessori toy shelf is a perfect way to display your child's books and toys for them to see! We built this toy shelf to go along with our matching DIY Montessori forward facing bookshelf that our son loves to use to pick out his books! See how we built this DIY Montessori toy...
5 ways to IMMEDIATELY personalize your new home
We recently moved into our new home and made a loooong list of projects we want to do in the next few years. We also made a list of projects we needed to do immediately to make a difference in our new home. These projects are simple ways to swap out old things in the...
DIY farmhouse style console table- PDF plans
This DIY farmhouse style console table is an easy build with these woodworking plans. This console table is long and great for behind a couch. Today we're bringing you the easy DIY console table plans for this DIY farmhouse style console table we just built for our new home! We just moved and identified a...
30 Best Blue Paint Colors for inside your home
Looking for the best blue paint colors? Here is a round up of some of the best light, medium, and dark toned blue colors to use in your home! Blue is a universally loved color. It can be calming and serene while still bringing a touch of color into your space. Blues come in warm...
DIY two tiered serving tray plans
With the holidays upcoming, these DIY two tiered serving tray plans are going to have you build something to impress your guests and keep them fed at the same time! We used to have an old bowl that we kept our fruits and veggies in that was tucked away on the counter. In our new...
How to keep a cabinet door from opening too far - the EASIEST way!
Is your cabinet door opening too far? Whether it is hitting the wall, another cabinet, or even the microwave or the fridge, this is an annoying problem! Here's the easy and quick way to fix it! The kitchen in our new house has a nice wide open lay out with lots of cabinet storage. However,...
How to replace cabinet hardware
Want to replace the hardware on your cabinets? Kitchen or bathroom, this is a super easy and budget-friendly DIY! Here's a full tutorial + how to video. Want to give your cabinet a new look but you aren't up for a major home improvement project? Changing out your cabinet knobs is a fantastic way to...
How to install a cat door on an interior door
For most of us cat parents out there, where we place the litter box can be a challenge. You want to place it somewhere the smell won’t be noticeable and the box itself won’t clash with your home’s aesthetics. Most importantly, you want it to be accessible to the little cat even if it’s behind...
Why you should change your air filter when you move
There are so many things on your mind when moving to a new house. You need to figure out everything from where to unpack your things, how to arrange your furniture, forwarding your mail, and so many other things. One very important, but often overlooked, thing to remember to do when you move to a...
Deep clean your kitchen with the Dremel Versa
This post was sponsored by the Home Depot. All opinions are our own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible. We just moved into our new home and we committed to keeping our home cleaner from the start than we ever did before. We had our home professionally cleaned before moving...
How to hang a DIY boxwood wall
Boxwood walls make a great backdrop for photos, photobooths, weddings, and even inside your home! We used a wall of faux boxwood to cover an unsightly wall behind our TV. Here's a step by step tutorial and video on the DIY process! One thing that I was so excited for about our new living room...
Our DIY Halloween Porch Decor
Our new house doesn't have much of a front yard, so we decided to go all out decorating our front steps and porch for Halloween instead! Here's how we DIYed it. I just love Halloween! It's such a fun holiday because there's nothing serious, no expectations for gifts or hosting big family gatherings. You can...
How to install a pull out trash can
When we moved into our new home, we didn't have anywhere to put a trash can except out in the open. That wasn't going to work because of the dog and toddlers, so we decided to install a pull out trash can in one of our kitchen cabinets. If you need a way to hide...
Our New Craft Supply Cabinets
This post was sponsored by Wayfair. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible! The first room that you see when you enter our home is our office. It's officially a "dining room," but since our dining table fits in the eat in kitchen, we decided to make...
Tour our new house + our initial project list
Hello y'all! Long time no chat. We took a little break from new content to celebrate and enjoy the birth of our daughter, Rory, but we are so excited to be back with you today! As you might remember, we moved to a new house ten days before Rory was born. It was a wild...
The 6 Best Gray Paint Colors for Cabinets
Gray is a wonderful neutral paint color option. If you want to add some color to a cabinet while staying light, bright, and neutral, gray is a great option. Here are my favorite gray paint colors for cabinets! Whether you are designing a kitchen or a bathroom, cabinet color is one thing that can date...
How to stain wood with tea
Looking for a non-toxic, homemade wood stain idea? Tea makes a great natural stain - plus it is super inexpensive and easy to come by. Here is a step by step tutorial on how to stain wood with tea - and a how-to video! I've been experimenting with different ways to stain wood lately. Homemade...