Gardening, Cooking & DIY Living
If there is one project at the farm that was high on our list of “must-complete” this summer, it was turning the unused space in our garage into a larger, full-functioning small studio apartment. And finally, after a flurry of
With just a few simple hints, tips and tricks, installing shiplap is a breeze. Not only does it look great, but it can be a huge savings to the bottom line of nearly any home DIY project! We have used
There is nothing hotter right now than the look of vintage wooden signs. Whether it is a classic “Fresh Eggs”, “General Store”, or an old store sign, vintage wooden signs add a great touch to nearly any decor! Especially ones
When it comes to using shiplap vs. drywall in the home, for us, shiplap always win out! When we built our home at the farm last year, we wanted to use natural materials whenever possible. So that meant choosing wood
When it comes to building with shiplap, the sky really is the limit! This incredible wood can be used for so much more than just great looking walls. It is actually the perfect wood for DIY’ers looking to build nearly
Creating DIY furniture for your home can save big money when it comes to your household budget. But even more, it really adds a unique, one-of-a-kind look to your space. One of the most exciting and rewarding aspects of building
How did you install shiplap in your house? Did you use nails or screws? Was it difficult? Those questions and more have flooded our inbox ever since we first posted about using shiplap throughout the interior of our Simple House project.
Although it may not have a trailer base, wheels, or the ability to move – the 250 foot square foot tiny cabin we are creating in the extra space of our garage certainly would qualify as tiny house living. We wanted to create a private space at the
Metal ceilings? Move over drywall, metal is making a statement. And not just on the roof! More and more people are turning to steel, aluminum, and galvanized metal panels to finish off the inside – as well as the outside of
When it comes to the Simple House budget, one of the ways we have been able to keep the overall cost down is by using a variety of organic and industrial materials in place of more expensive “standard” building materials. For those that