There was a giant blank wall in our dining room that mocked me every time I walked past it—just a whole lotta nothing. I didn’t want to do a gallery wall (it was too cluttered), and wallpaper felt too fussy. It’s simple, clean, and actually pretty easy to DIY — even for someone like me … Read more
If you’ve ever stepped into a cedar-lined closet or opened an old cedar chest, you know the scent. That fresh, woodsy smell isn’t just nostalgic—it’s practical. Cedar plywood has been used in American homes for centuries, especially for its durability and natural resistance to bugs and weather. Back in colonial New England, settlers used cedar … Read more
I’ve built a few cornhole boards over the years — mostly for family barbecues and neighborhood game nights. It’s one of those backyard projects that’s simple, fun, and surprisingly satisfying. You don’t need fancy tools or high-end materials, just a few basics and a free afternoon. Cornhole, also known as bean bag toss, has been … Read more
Back when I was growing up, space was tight. My brother and I shared a barely big room for two beds, but one bunk bed changed everything. That wooden frame became more than just a place to sleep. It was a hideout, a reading cave, and sometimes even a launchpad for pillow fights. We didn’t … Read more
So… paddle boards aren’t that expensive these days. You can get a basic one for a couple hundred bucks. But I still wanted to build my own. Honestly? Just for the fun of it. I liked the idea of paddling around on something I made with my own hands. I figured it’d be hard. I … Read more