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How to Build Your Own Upholstered Headboard (Step by Step)
Learn how to make a DIY upholstered headboard with plywood, foam, and fabric. A step-by-step tutorial anyone can follow, no upholstery experience needed.
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This Banquette Upgrade Made Our Dining Space So Much Better
After replacing our traditional dining setup with a built-in banquette, our small dining area became more functional, spacious, and inviting.
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Why I Built an Alcove Bed for My Son’s Treehouse Bedroom
How we turned a former kitchen into a treehouse-themed bedroom with a built-in alcove bed, extra storage, and a cozy bed nook kids will love.
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The Paper Chain Road Trip Hack: A Countdown Kids Actually Understand
I tried the viral paper chain road trip hack on a 10-hour drive with my kids. Here’s how it worked, what I added, and if it’s worth doing.
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How to Hide a Projector in a Small Room (Our Playroom Built-In Setup)
How we hid an 84 inch projector screen inside IKEA built-ins for movie nights, no TV needed. Full step by step DIY for this hidden projector.
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New Zealand Road Trip with Kids (10-Day Itinerary + What I’d Do Differently)
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Tips for Installing Kaboodle Kitchen Cabinets (What Nobody Tells You First)
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Castle Dollhouse Ideas (A Tour of Our DIY Medieval Dollhouse)
DIY castle dollhouse guide with medieval design ideas, step-by-step tips, and creative inspiration to build your own enchanting fortress.
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Oh hi, we’re Emma & Alex!
Consider us your chaotic DIYer friends. We’re tired, thrifty and overambitious parents who have had the audacity to renovate three houses in five years.
We believe that no matter your budget, skill level, or home, you can create spaces that are cozy, functional, and perfect for family memories.
Follow along as we share what we’ve learned and overcommit to more projects we have no time for.
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Our Renovation Roadmap guide is built on everything we’ve learned in five years of renovating —the successes and the mistakes— so you can skip the guesswork and start building your project plan with confidence.
