One of the most popular things I find as I’m rummaging through garage sales, flea markets, thrift stores, etc. are old wooden desks like the one pictured below. This desk is beautiful, but, has seen better days. It has taken a beating over the years, but, an older desk will far outlast those desks that…
After receiving hundreds of emails these past few months one thing is for sure, you all are excited and share my passion! I <3 seeing things come together that was made from nothing and so thrilled that you do too. I know a few of you have emailed me asking for a way that you…
UPDATE: YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS AT THE LINK BELOW. YOU CAN NOT USE MY NAME WHEN YOU ARE PURCHASING TICKETS AT THE SHOW. The time is here friends! I don’t think anyone is as excited about the Kansas City Home Show more than I am! For all my local lovelies, that’s YOU, I have…
I have a question for you. Are YOU on Hometalk? If not, it’s truly the place to be {well, besides here at DivaofDIY.com!} for all things home. I’ve been around Hometalk for awhile and just recently starting posting my own creations on the site to help inspire others turn their home into their Haven. It…
This morning if you tuned into Kansas City Live you may have some me with all these ideas for Thrift Store Rescues. Right now Thrift Stores are flooding with inventory from families donating to get their tax deductions in at the end of last year. Those donations have now made their ways to the shelves…
When I decorate, I typically buy neutral-colored foundation pieces (think couch, chair, etc…) and then infuse color through my accents and accessories. One great way to infuse colors and patterns is through your throw pillows. I make these on a budget by making the pillows out of place mats. The best part about using placemats is…there…
Looking for a fun, inexpensive way to personalize your home? Decorative Letters are classic decor for your home. You can buy them everywhere and have your letter look just like your neighbors or… you can create decorative letters out of paint sticks for a look that is all your own. This project is fun, easy and…
Are you looking for a great gift idea or something to keep the kids busy for an afternoon? This DIY crayon art is a fun project you can do with your kids. It’s easy and inexpensive and can be completed in a couple of hours. I want to apologize in advance for the pictures, but this project…