See how a dark, drab, outdated oak bookcase was transformed into a beautiful modern black and wood bookcase! Get the full tutorial for this bookcase makeover. It's been a while since I've done a basic furniture makeover... and I have to say, this oak bookcase makeover was downright therapeutic. With a few simple steps, I gave this outdated bookcase a new look with a black and light wood finish! I have been looking for a large, shallow bookcase for this wall in my new home office ... Read More about Bookcase Makeover: Black and Wood Oak Bookcase
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6 Lightroom Mobile Editing Tips for Gorgeous Photos
Want beautiful mobile phone photos? Don't miss these 6 easy Lightroom Mobile editing tips plus free lightroom mobile presets! It's been a while since I've shared any photography tips... But I recently was chatting with some friends who begged me to show them how to edit pictures on a phone, and I realized that these Lightroom Mobile editing tips would be helpful not just for bloggers and decorators, but for just about anyone! I am a professional photographer of interiors, but I am also ... Read More about 6 Lightroom Mobile Editing Tips for Gorgeous Photos
How to Propagate Fiddle Leaf Fig Clippings
Wondering about fiddle leaf fig propagation? Learn how to propagate fiddle leaf fig trees from clippings with these easy, step-by-step instructions! I have been the proud mother of fiddle leaf fig trees for about 8 years now. My first fiddle leaf figs were two sad little 3' trees that I found on clearance at a local gardening center for $8.50 each. I'm very pleased to say that they've come a looonnnng way since then! And I have also now successfully propagated two more ... Read More about How to Propagate Fiddle Leaf Fig Clippings
5 Inspiring Outdoor Dining Ideas
Looking for outdoor dining ideas? Don't miss these five outdoor dining design ideas to make your next al fresco dining magical. My recent makeover of our outdoor teak table and dining chairs has sparked lots of conversation over in our Instagram community about outdoor dining areas. And if I could choose one takeaway, it would be this: There's no time like the present to start enjoying outdoor dining. Careful patio design and outdoor space planning can go a long way towards ... Read More about 5 Inspiring Outdoor Dining Ideas
How to Restore Teak Furniture
Wondering how to restore old teak furniture? Don't miss this step by step tutorial for refinishing teak outdoor furniture. We recently found a used outdoor teak dining set. It was the perfect size for our backyard, but it had been neglected for the past 10 years or so. Fortunately, with a little elbow grease and the right products, outdoor teak furniture can be brought back to its former glory! I first designed our outdoor dining space about five years ago, shortly after we moved ... Read More about How to Restore Teak Furniture