How to Install a Stone Peel and Stick Tile Backsplash

Tips for installing a DIY peel and stick tile backsplash. No mortar or grout needed with this easy installation method!You can get a fresh look anywhere you want a tile accent with this easy DIY project! These peel and stick wall tiles I used on our pantry backsplash were a HUGE timesaver. The adhesive on the back of these faux stone tiles make it easy...

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Three Best Brass Spray Paints for DIY Makeovers

Comparing six metallic brass and gold spray paints to find the perfect brass finish, and my top three picks!Brass and gold finishes have been back in style in a big way for years. They aren't going anywhere soon! I'm talking about the warmer, more varied brass tones that look great on light fixtures and accessories by the way, not the super shiny brass...

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Transforming a Pantry Into a Functional Butler's Pantry

Transforming a basic pantry into a butler's pantry with cabinets and tons of storage! We have a large pantry that I LOVE...the space is a dream after having a tiny pantry for so many years at our old house. Because of the size, we store more than just food in there -- lots of appliance, kitchen towels, paper goods, etc. Shortly after we moved in a few...

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How to Make the Fluffiest Stuffed Fabric Pumpkins!

How to make the softest fabric pumpkin pillows without a sewing machine.  An easy knock off of the Pottery Barn teddy bear pumpkins!  These cute stuffed pumpkins are SO soft and will look great in your fall decor, or would work as cute pillows on chairs or sofas. It's easy to make fabric pumpkins and no sewing machine or experience...

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How to decorate for fall {without it screaming FALL}

How to decorate for fall without the usual themed decor. Create a warm and cozy autumn home with these pretty accessories! Ahhh yes, it's the most wonderful time of the year! Well...second most wonderful. Fall has everything I love -- cool temps, the beautiful leaves, everything apple flavored, and my favorite part...NO BUGS. It's simply the best. I'm...

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Creating a beautiful modern accent wall!

Dress up a small accent wall with a gorgeous sconce, dark wall color and beautiful wall trim! We have a small accent wall at the bottom of our basement stairs that was calling out for a little redo. It's not much, but is a focal point, as it's the first thing you see when you walk down the stairs. If you've been reading Thrifty Decor Chick for long,...

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How to change a recessed light to a chandelier

How to replace a recessed can light with a chandelier or ceiling fan! Change out a can light to a light fixture 35 pounds or under.  There are a few easy ways to update or change out your recessed lights and I've shared in those in the past. If you have old, yellowed cans with halogen bulbs, it's super easy to replace your old recessed lights with beautiful...

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DIY built in Kallax closet hack

How to create tons of storage for bulky items in the closet! These cubby units hold a TON and look great. I've been planning my closet makeover for some time now...and my plans for the space have changed more times than I can count! They have continued to change in real time as I've been working on it, but that's part of the fun for me. Planning the...

Sep 2021

How to stop {almost everything} from sliding around

Easy fixes to prevent (almost anything!) from sliding around in drawers, on the wall or on the floor! I have a thing with things that don't stay put. Containers sliding around in drawers, rugs that don't stay put, pictures that don't stay leaning like they should. At the least, it's just annoying. At the worst, like with rugs, it can be dangerous!I...

Sep 2021

How our wood counters have held up after 4 years

How our wood butcher block countertops have held up over the years. (And how to make them look brand new again!)  It's been nearly four years since we moved in to this house, can you believe it?  I've shared our wood butcher block counters a lot over the years because I get SO many questions about them! I can't tell you...

Sep 2021