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7 Tips and Tricks Beginner Woodworkers Should Know

Thinking about picking up woodworking as a hobby? Here are some tips and tricks to get you started.

1.Cut lumber as you go (if possible), even if you have access to a cut list. It’s frustrating to have cut your lumber at the beginning of a project, only to find out that a few are incorrect or you need to make adjustments. Have large pieces cut down at the lumber yard to make transporting the lumber easier (especially the MDF boards because it could be cumbersome to carry and transport if you…

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DIY Accent Wall - Master Bedroom Update

Want to create a simple and modern accent wall? This is how I updated my boring master bedroom. Read more for the steps to create this accent wall for any room in your home.

It’s week 4 of the One Room Challenge – 2022, with but I’m just making my first post because, well, life. I love all things DIY, interior design and decorating and I can’t wait for the day I get to dedicate my daylight hours to it completely, but I’m thankful for the little I’m able to do these days. For the Spring 2022 One Room Challenge, I have decided to update my boring master bedroom.…

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DIY Accent Wall - Master Bedroom Update - One Room Challenge

Want to create a simple and modern accent wall? Read more for the steps to create this accent wall for any room in your home.

It’s week 4 of the One Room Challenge – 2022, with but I’m just making my first post because, well, life. I love all things DIY, interior design and decorating and I can’t wait for the day I get to dedicate my daylight hours to it completely, but I’m thankful for the little I’m able to do these days. For the Spring 2022 One Room Challenge, I have decided to update my boring master bedroom.…

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How to build a Workbench in 6 easy steps!

Build a DIY Workbench in 6 easy steps!

Hey there! Join me on Instagram so you won’t miss out on all the project sneak peeks! I’ve wanted a workbench for a while but setting time aside to build one has been challenging. I’m starting to do more woodworking projects, and using a workbench has become a necessity. My initial plan was to build a 72″ x 36″ workbench, but I quickly dialed back on the size when I saw how big the MDF top was…

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Homeschool Survival Tips

I know I’m not the only mom who feels like we’ve been in quarantine for about five years. Lol. It’s hard to believe that we’ve been feeling the effects of COVID-19 for over six months, and one thing that hasn’t changed is the role of a Mom. Moms wear so many hats and keep the home running like a well-oiled machine, either as a working or stay-at-home mom. The responsibilities are the…

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101 Ways to Decorate your Home on a Budget

Are you looking for ways to decorate your home without breaking the bank? Check out this long list of ideas on how to decorate your home on a budget!

Hello my lovely readers! I have some exciting news to share with you today! I just published my first eBook and I couldn’t be more ecstatic! It was inspired by my love for creating and my belief that everyone deserves a home that’s designed and decorated to their taste without breaking the bank. Revamp your spaces today and start loving your home again. Click on the image below to preview and…

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LTST Interior Decorating Consulting Services

LTST Interior Decorating Consulting Services

Please complete the form below to contact us regarding the services listed above. Testimonials “Abby was a pleasure to work with. She was very patient with me to transform my living room into a space that I love and want to spend more time in. I look forward to working with her again.” – Evelyn “Abby stayed in communication with me throughout the project timeline and gave me many tips and…

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DIY Storage Cabinet Transformation + Woven Doors

See how I transformed a boring and ordinary storage cabinet into a stunning console with woven doors for my home office.

Hello everyone! Hope all is well with you and your families. Today I’m going to share a DIY furniture transformation project with you. I initially purchase this storage cabinet from Walmart about five years ago and used it as a pantry because we didn’t have one then. It was a reasonable purchase for about $100. We have since used it as an office storage cabinet. Well more like a junk cabinet,…

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DIY Storage Cabinet Transformation + Woven Doors

See how I transformed a boring and ordinary storage cabinet into a stunning console with woven doors for my home office.

Hello everyone! Hope all is well with you and your families. Today I’m going to share a DIY furniture transformation project with you. I initially purchase this storage cabinet from Walmart about five years ago and used it as a pantry because we didn’t have one then. It was a reasonable purchase for about $100. We have since used it as an office storage cabinet. Well more like a junk cabinet,…

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DIY Oversized Grid Floor Mirror

DIY Oversized Grid Floor Mirror

DIYer’s don’t spend money on things they can make. And that’s my story when it comes to creating a large multi-paneled floor mirror. I had been eyeing a few of these for a while and as you can imagine they are very pricey. This Berrien Beveled Accent Mirror is from Wayfair and cost about $200, but it’s not a floor mirror. The Amiel Arch Aged Brown Antiqued Mirror from Ballard Design is a floor…

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DIY IKEA RAST Nightstand

Do you know what I’ve been wanting to do for a while? Go to public places without a mask on! Haha But that’s not possible yet, so I had to go with what’s possible right now. What is that, you ask? Transforming a set of IKEA RAST chests into chic nightstands! I’ve been wanting to do this DIY transformation for a while, and I’m happy to have been able to finally get it done! Plus, it’s too…

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Glam and Unique Wall Sconces

Glam and Unique Wall Sconces

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DIY Gold Wall Decor

DIY Gold Wall Decor

Hello my lovelies. I hope you all are doing well.

Have you ever seen a piece of wall decor or art and thought, I can totally DIY that! Well the piece I’m sharing with you today sort of, kind of started that way.

I found it on Havertys.com and thought to post it as inspiration to my followers on Instagram as a weekend DIY project. I had another DIY project in mind for the weekend, but…

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DIY Sunburst Mirror Sculpture

DIY Sunburst Mirror Sculpture

Hello my friends! Hope everyone is doing well.

Are you ready for a fresh DIY this weekend? Make this silver sunburst sculpture to add some glam to space.

Want to know what materials I used and how much this project cost? Head over to watch the full video of this DIY here! DIY Sunburst Mirror Sculpture

DIY Sunburst Mirror…

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DIY VASE DECOR | Thrift Find Makeover

DIY VASE DECOR | Thrift Find Makeover

Hello my friends. It’s been a while since my last post. But I’m back today with a fresh DIY idea for you. It’s a DIY pitcher-turned-vase project.

I bought this pitcher from a thrift store over a year ago with the intention of transforming it into something else. My initial plan was to simply spray paint it white and use it as a flower vase, which I did. However, after the first update, I…

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DIY Decorative Coaster Set

DIY Decorative Coaster Set

Hello again y’all! I have another DIY project to share! This time it a DIY decorative coaster set.

I pretty much completed this project at no immediate cost. I used FREE laminate flooring samples that I picked during one of my trips to my local Home Depot.

To make this DIY decorative coaster set, you will need:

Small wood plaques (I used laminate floor samples)

Paint primer(not…

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