Possibly the cutest things I’ve ever made? These mini frame magnets bring vintage charm to even the most basic, boring refrigerators. The perfect way to add a little whimsy to your kitchen — whether you rent or you own! I’ve seen lots of people sell these, but I’m here to share a full breakdown of…
DIY + Upcycling
Corbels: The Most Charming Way To Divide Two Rooms
No doorway? No problem. This Faux-Doorway Corbel DIY is your solution for dividing one space into two! Perfect for awkwardly long rooms, open pantries, and little nooks that jut out from main rooms. (This DIY went *overwhelmingly* viral on Instagram last week so I thought I’d share the process and all the materials in a…
How To DIY The Iconic Brooklyn Brownstone Molding
I have a deep obsession with all the cool-girl-brooklyn-brownstone apartments. And one of the key details I see in every one of my favourite homes is THIS style of molding: the thick trim perimeter, paired with a thinner trim set inside it with each corner notched out in a perfect square. I see it on…
The Best Way To Seal Your Butcher Block Countertops
I chose butcher block countertops for my kitchen, despite everyone telling me not to. Keep reading to find out why it was a “dumb” decision, why I chose to do it anyway, and what miracle product I discovered that made my butcher block countertops 100% waterproof. Quick Context Before Diving In I am renting. When…
How To Restore A Cast Iron Pan At Home
For my birthday gift last year, my dad antiqued the cutest 1950’s 6.5-inch cast iron pan for me. I’m obsessed with it. It’s adorable, it’s super non-stick, and obviously I love it because it makes me think of my dad. So this year, for his birthday, I wanted to gift him the same thing because…
The Best Things I Did To Upgrade My Rental Kitchen
I took my rental kitchen from dingy and grimy to warm and inviting with these 5 changes. High-impact, DIY, and budget-friendly too! Keep reading to find out the best things I did to upgrade my rental kitchen. How It All Started Something about me: I *love* cooking. But upon moving in to this apartment, I…
My Easy DIY Gift Wrapping For Christmas 2023
Every year, I decide on a new style of wrapping for all my Christmas gifts. I find it really fun coming up with new creative designs, combinations, techniques, and decorations to wrap up the gifts I give to people. It also happens to be a pretty cool way of distinguishing which gifts under the tree…
3 Easy DIYs That Will Elevate Your Rental Kitchen
Rental kitchens are often not the most beautiful on the day you move in. And let’s face it, after putting down all your rent deposits, there aren’t loads of disposable funds available to spruce up your kitchen with the most high-end of accessories. Including thrift flips and low-budget diys, this post outlines three easy projects…
How To Make These DIY Apothecary-Style Spice Jars
I asked my sister for all her kids’ empty baby food jars. And these DIY spice jars are why: budget-friendly and eco-friendly, this is an easy how-to on making your own custom, retro, apothecary-style spice jars using old, empty baby food jars. I have always had the kitchen-dream of having an aesthetic spice display. You…
Here Is How To Style Your Kitchen Peg Board
The beauty of peg boards is that they’re modular. They are adjustable and customizable, meaning you can tailor them to your particular needs. This allows for endless possibilities, which can be both exciting and a little daunting. Keep reading to learn how to strike the perfect balance between visual beauty and practicality in order to…