Build a DIY Circle Jig for a Router This week on House One I’m sharing how I made an easy DIY circle jig for a router. I was shocked how easy it was! To test out the jig, I made a modern stool, charcuterie board, and a round mirror frame. Click the link below the video to check out the full tutorial! View the full project on House One MORE BUILDING PLANS
Baby Announcement!! I’m so excited to share that I’m working on my favorite kind of DIY project…a new baby! Jack has been asking for a “botha” for a long time, so we could hardly believe it when it turned out to be a boy due on his exact Birthday, December 13th:) What a gift, and a blessing for us all. Thank you to you all for always being the most supportive friends both toward my passion for woodworking here on… Read more »
Build a DIY Midcentury-Style Desk I’m a total sucker for midcentury style. I love the simple lines, modern mix of finishes, and how easy it can be to build in this style! This week on House One I’m sharing how I built an easy midcentury-style desk from stock parts. Check out how I pulled this look together, plus my unbelievably easy DIY drawers! View the full project on House One MORE BUILDING PLANS
Build a DIY Tall Tapered Planter This week on House One I’m sharing how I built two tall resin planters from just two 2×6 boards (per planter). I fell in love with a pair online with a beautiful resin combed finish, but they were $60 each. Check out how I tackled this quick build, plus my attempt at the faux finish! View the full project on House One MORE BUILDING PLANS
*This post is sponsored by Dremel and Gorilla Glue. All opinions are my own. Click here to read my full disclosure policy. Several weeks ago I had the privilege of attending Haven—a conference for diy and home design bloggers—in Charleston, South Carolina. I was there to teach a workshop class for two amazing sponsors, Dremel and Gorilla Glue, and to hang out with some of my besties from this amazing community. The weekend kicked off with some… Read more »
We’re Moving! Almost 10 years ago, I left the Midwest to embark on a new adventure as an intern for a home building magazine in the Northeast. When I met my husband and started my dream job at This Old House magazine in New York, I knew I would be here for the long haul. We eventually settled in Massachusetts on a wooded half-acre in a rustic home that needed some love. It was here that we began our… Read more »
MY BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! I’ve been missing you all lately as I’ve been away working on my top secret project. As promised, I’m back to finally share the big news! As many of you know I started my career as a writer/producer for This Old House magazine. Well, guess what?! We recently reconnected, and I have been chosen to create and host a new brand they’re launching in Feb 2018!! The new brand is called House… Read more »
Happy Labor Day Weekend Who’s ready for the long weekend ahead? Dan and I are headed to a cookout with his work crew, having family over to visit Jack on Saturday, hosting friends and their two littles on Sunday, and, on Monday, taking the day to relax as a family. Which is all to say, this weekend will hold a lot of fun, laughs, yummy food, and outdoor activities. Good thing I just teamed up with The Home Depot… Read more »
DIY Paper Towel Dispenser *This post is sponsored by Ryobi. All opinions are my own. Scroll to the bottom for our full disclosure. This week I’m teaming up with my friends at RYOBI to bring you an easy, DIY Paper Towel Dispenser! In our kitchen, it’s fair to say I have an unhealthy addition with clearing the counters. I hate clutter, and the paper towel stand falls on that list. Luckily with just a few cuts of crown molding I made a beautiful… Read more »
DIY Bent Plywood Lap Tray This post is sponsored by BuildSomething and Kreg, but all opinions are my own. To read my full disclosure policy, click HERE Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with my friends at BuildSomething to bring you free building plans for this DIY Bent Plywood Lap Tray! If you haven’t checked out BuildSomething.com, it’s Kreg’s DIY project plan site. It is a fantastic resource for free building plans, and has a great community atmosphere… Read more »
