Easy to clean and durable, hardwood floors are one the top kitchen trends of 2016. But do your existing hardwood floors need a little love? As an alternative to refinishing, this affordable DIY update is perfect for a hard working kitchen! Paint can really change the look of a room, and your old hardwood floors…

Tile backsplashes may be the most popular choice, but there are plenty of other creative options to enhance your kitchen walls, especially if you are on a tight budget. In addition to looking pretty cool, here are four inexpensive backsplash ideas that you can even do yourself!   Dry Erase Backsplash Board  Let your kids…

Are you ready for some football? Kickoff your Super Bowl party with these winning game day dips that are impossible to fumble, and score some extra points with your guests! Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip Spicy and tangy Buffalo Chicken dip is everything you love about wings in one simple dish. Start by preheating your oven…

A box of chocolates on Valentine’s Day is nice, but nothing beats fudge! Sugary and decadent, fudge just might be the perfect sweet for your Sweetie! And what better way to show you care than with a homemade DIY gift, made with love, right in your own kitchen? No worries if you’ve never made candy…

Vintage style has made a big come back, and with a few tweaks you can bring a bit of retro charm into your own kitchen! The key is to blend modern kitchen conveniences with the nostalgia of days gone by. Here are a few simple tips to get you started:   Retro Look Without Retro…

Finding the perfect kitchen cabinets to fit your style and space can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But the search doesn’t have to be as difficult as you might think. The key to finding the right cabinets quickly is knowing some of the key differences between each style.  One of the…

This easy DIY bathroom step stool project is a fun way to get kids excited about personal hygiene, create some extra storage space, and help you get to all those hard to reach places. Stools can be pushed right up to bathroom vanities so that washing hands and brushing teeth is no longer a chore….

One of the hottest kitchen trends for 2016 is the modern farmhouse kitchen. When done right, this transitional style mixes vintage country charm with contemporary conveniences. Tending to focus on natural materials, these kitchens contain an unpretentious and airy feel. If you’re looking to ditch the thoroughly modern for a homier style, the farmhouse kitchen…

Buying your first home, whether it’s brand new or previously owned, is exhilarating, but can also be overwhelming. There are so many decisions to be made and the “to do” list seems endless—not to mention expensive. Purchases for your new home can add up quickly and seem like a mini mortgage! Keep costs low by…

If your bathroom is your sanctuary, you’re sure to have browsed some of the luxury upgrades available to homeowners. From aesthetically pleasing design features to life changing technology, flare certainly meets function this year. Find out the top bathroom trends for 2016 before putting your bathroom remodel into play.   1. Heated Floors If the…