How to Remove a Subfloor

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My boyfriend, Matt, just bought an older home to use as a rental property. We refer to it as the “Rebel” house because that is the name of the street where it is located. He got a stellar deal, too… It is one of those homes where the previous owner started remodeling and didn’t finish [...]

Free Plans to Build a Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

This table is just one piece in a stylish and functional collection. A quick and easy build, this table features tapered legs and a center drawer for storage!

Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

Materials:

1-1/4″ pocket hole screws 1″ pocket hole screws 1-1/4″ brad nails One set of 18″ drawer slides Finishing [...]

Free Plans to Build a Napa Style Inspired Fold Down Table

Napa Style Inspired Fold Down Table

This is really a cool idea – a table with storage that is “hidden” within artwork! Sounds crazy, right? It is actually similar to a Murphy bed… The “table” is the frame and back side of the artwork, and inside are a few shelves for storage! When unfolded, the table is bar height which makes [...]

Free Plans to Build a Farmhouse Chest

Farmhouse Chest

Earlier this week, I posted plans for the Farmhouse Cabinet and today, I’m posting the matching chest. This would be great “doubled” (omitting the side trim and changing the width of the top) also as I mentioned in the post for the cabinet. I may use both pieces when I remodel my craft storage… I [...]

How to Update a Sewing Machine Case

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I have several sewing machines. I have been a seamstress since I was a teenager. One of my machines is a vintage Kenmore machine. That sucker is heavy (being an all metal machine) and they certainly don’t make them like this any more. The only problem is that the hard case has yellowed with age. [...]

Free Plans to Build a Farmhouse Cabinet

Farmhouse Cabinet

This cabinet is one of those versatile pieces perfect for any space. It features a drawer at the bottom and three shelves perfect for storing pantry items or craft supplies. It can be used alone (as a single unit) or two pieces side-by-side as an armoire (omit the side trim where the cabinets will join, [...]

Free Plans to Build a Vintage Console with Drawers

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This piece is one of those tables that would look great with a vintage, weathered finish! Chippy peeling paint and worn spots… How fabulous! It would also be a great way to test out different colors of paint so that there are many “layers” on it which adds to the vintage look! Plus, as usual [...]

Guy’s Fabulous Napa Style Inspired Kitchen Island

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Check this out!! Guy sent me an email mentioning that he was building the Napa Style Inspired American Barnwood Island. I asked him to send photos over so I could see – I’m always wanting to look at the handiwork of others because that is how I get inspired (plus, I get all warm and [...]

What Can You Make with an Avocado Seed? (Plus Giveaway!!)

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When I was a kid, I hated avocados. I have never been a picky eater, in fact the list of foods I don’t like is a whole lot shorter than the list of foods I do like. As I got older, I started eating avocados and I cannot get enough of them. Isn’t it funny [...]

Free Plans to Build a Joss & Main Inspired Edison Cabinet

Edison Cabinet

I swear, if I had the wall space, I would build this cabinet to display plates and bowls! I love it – it is such an easy and quick build, plus it can be stained or painted to match any decor! My boyfriend just bought a house that is in dire need of renovation and [...]