Love houseplants? Consider adding a living wall - a wall full of plants! Here are a ton of living wall ideas for your home! Houseplants are a beautiful and popular way to decorate. They add texture and a natural feel to your home. Plus, they bring in the trending green color. One way to be...
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How to set up a rain barrel - the easy way!
Considering adding a rain barrel to your yard? Here is an easy guide on how to set up a rain barrel and lots of rain barrel FAQs! We try to take steps to be more eco-friendly - like installing solar panels, composting, and recycling or upcycling furniture whenever possible. One thing I was excited to...
How to build a DIY modern outdoor sectional couch
This DIY modern outdoor sectional couch is perfect for summer evenings with friends or winter evenings around the fire. The modern design is simple and functional and saves hundreds of dollars compared to buying one online. This project was sponsored by Kreg Tool, makers of the pocket hole joinery tools we used in this video....
How to upgrade your backyard on a budget
Looking for easy backyard ideas for DIY landscaping on a budget? Here is how to upgrade your backyard on a budget! If you have a home with a backyard - large or small - you are probably wanting to fix it up! Everyone with a backyard always wants to fix it up to be just...
How to stain pine wood
Transform your pine wood projects with our expert staining guide! Learn how to stain pine wood for a flawless, professional finish every time. Pine is a super popular wood for beginners to work with. This is because it is often the cheapest and most frequently in-stock wood available for sale. For the first five years...
How to mount a staghorn fern
Staghorn ferns are a very popular houseplant that grow differently that many other plants. Here's how to mount a staghorn fern with a DIY mount to help your fern thrive! Morgan is a houseplant fanatic, and we have a very large variety of plants in and around our home at all times. For her birthday,...
21 Woodworking projects for the bathroom
Want to customize your bathroom without remodeling? Here are a ton of ideas for woodworking projects for the bathroom that you can make yourself! Bathrooms are one space in the home that really gets dated quickly. However, a full bathroom makeover is expensive and overwhelming. It's actually pretty easy to give your bathroom a new,...
DIY three tiered rolling plant stand
Check out how we built a DIY three tiered rolling plant stand to hold all of our small potted plants on the porch. Get the details on this easy DIY project and FREE woodworking plans to build it here! This post is sponsored by Kreg Tool. We used Kreg pocket hole joinery to make this...
What is white wood?
Curious about 'white wood' at your local home improvement store? Discover what white wood really is, how it stacks up against pine, and get tips on using it effectively for your next DIY project! Beginning woodworkers are easily overwhelmed in the lumber aisles of hardware stores. And, seriously, we get it. We started DIYing and...
How to add solar post lights
If you want to brighten up the exterior of your home, try adding solar lights to the posts on your stairs or porch railings. It's a simple DIY project that makes a huge difference! We recently decided to spruce up the front and back stairs to our house and one way we did was to...
Our primary bedroom reveal!
Take a tour of all the projects we did in our primary bedroom of our new house! We completely transformed it from builder beige to custom! Whew, what a relief it is to have our primary bedroom finished! After long days with the kids and working on projects in other rooms of the house, it...
How to hang a pegboard plant wall
Want to create a living wall without putting tons of holes in your wall? Here's how to hang a pegboard plant wall! This post was sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible! I am a plant fanatic. Indoor plants, outdoor plants, big plants,...
How to arrange a corner gallery wall
Wondering how to decorate an awkward corner in your home? Here's how to hang a corner gallery wall! This post was sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make CharlestonCrafted possible! We are finishing up our bedroom makeover and one of the last spaces is the corner...
How to build a DIY balance beam for toddlers
This post will show you how to build balance beams for your toddlers to enjoy in the backyard! This is a simple and inexpensive DIY project to bring joy to your kids! If you know one thing about toddlers it is that they change activities every 15 minutes. No exaggeration. That means you need to...
How to build DIY deck rail planters
If you have a deck or porch that is begging for some flowers or herbs, you're going to want to check out this post on how to build simple DIY deck rail planters! Today we've got a really great DIY project for you to use on your deck rails or porch railings! Ever wanted to...
Do I need to use wood conditioner?
Working on a woodworking project and wondering do I need to use wood conditioner? Let's learn about wood conditioner and see examples of stained wood with and without prestain conditioner! We love experimenting with wood stains, and one common question we get is do I need to use wood conditioner? Honestly, we have very rarely...
How to make DIY hanging wood hoop planters
These DIY hanging wood hoop planters are easy to make and are a beautiful and simple way to display hanging plants in your home. This post was sponsored by National Hardware. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make Charleston Crafted possible. We are working on our bedroom makeover and one...
21 DIY woodworking mother's day ideas
Want to make a woodworking project for mom for mother's day? Here are a ton of DIY woodworking mother's day ideas! Mother's Day is coming up and if you have a mother figure in your life who you'd like to give a gift, and you like woodworking, you might want to make them something! Sure...
8 beds made with a Kreg Jig - free plans & ideas!
Want to build a bed with your Kreg Jig pocket hole jig? Check out a ton of woodworking project ideas - great for beginner woodworkers! A bed is one of the most basic and essential pieces of furniture. Having a bed frame to elevate a mattress is one of the easiest ways to make a...
How to plant in clay soil
If your yard is filled with clay soil, it can be tricky to plant trees or any other plants and get them to thrive. Here's some of the best information on how to plant plants in clay soil to have them be successful! If you live in a yard with clay soil and you're trying...
12 plants and trees that repel mosquitoes naturally
Looking for natural mosquito repellant plants for your yard? Here are 12 plants and trees that repel mosquitoes naturally! We are currently working on landscaping our backyard. When we first moved in to this house, our yard was just a grassy rectangle. A year and a half later, it still is. We are adding plants...
How to prep to plant trees
Ready to plant some trees in your yard but don't know where to start? Knowing how to prep to plant trees is possibly the most important part, so we'll show you all the best tips so you can be successful! At our old house, our yard had four mature pecan trees and three huge live...
DIY modern bedside table with arches
Looking to add something new and modern to your bedroom? Well, if you want to be trendy and functional, try these modern bedside tables with a single drawer, arches and open space for books or decor. You can make two bedside tables from one sheet of plywood, so get busy! This post was sponsored by Kreg...
The latest hardwood flooring trends for 2024
Whether you are building, renovating, or just curious, it is fun to follow the latest design trends. Here are the biggest hardwood flooring trends for 2024! Wood tones are one of the top elements that can date a space. Sure, some things are timeless. But most things are heavily influenced by trends. When it comes...
The best wood stains for any DIY project
There are so many wood stain colors available at the store. The wide selection can be overwhelming! This guide can help you pick the best wood stain for your project. So, you spent a lot of time building the perfect piece of furniture. Now, it's time to stain it. Don't mess it up! There are...
How to build a DIY four poster canopy bed
Looking to add a statement piece to your bedroom? Look no further than this DIY four poster canopy bed! This post will teach you all about four poster beds and how you can build one yourself for your own home! This post was sponsored by Kreg Tool, makers of joinery and cutting solutions for your...
26 DIY Projects for your cat
Love your cat? From beds to toys to scratchers to climbers, there are lots of things you can make them. Here are tons of ideas of different DIY projects for your cat! We have a cat and a dog, but I can't lie - I'm a cat person. Cats are chill. They are independent. But,...
How to organize jewelry in a drawer
Need to get your jewelry organized? Here's one of my favorite hacks - hidden jewelry storage! Here's how to organize jewelry in a drawer! As a part of our closet and bedroom makeover, I have been organizing my jewelry. For over a decade I have stored all of my jewelry in a cool full length...
The best dining room paint colors for 2024
Want to pick the perfect dining room paint color? Let's talk about how to pick a paint color and see some examples in real homes! Picking paint colors is fun but can be super overwhelming. Part of the problem is that there are nearly unlimited paint colors - seriously, so many - and paint really...
How to make a small bathroom look luxurious
Bored with your bland bathroom? You can update it, easily and on a budget. Here's how to make a small bathroom look luxurious! We just finished giving our main bathroom a one weekend makeover. This was a budget friendly, easy DIY project that really upgraded the space. Last year, we did a similar one day...
DIY Walk-in Closet Makeover Reveal!
We transformed our builder grade bedroom closet into a custom walk in closet design! Check out our DIY walk-in closet makeover reveal! If you've been following us for a while, you know that we prioritize making sure our closets are custom built. The big reason for this is because it maximizes storage options. When you...
DIY built-in dresser with cubbies for a walk in closet
Check out how we made a built-in dresser with drawers and cubbies to perfectly fit a wall in our ensuite bathroom closet. This build would be perfect for any walk-in closet that needs more storage! A few weeks ago, we shared with you how we did a long weekend makeover in our owner's suite bathroom....
The best dark wood stain colors
Looking for the best dark wood stain for your wood project? Here are the best dark wood stain colors - black, dark gray, and dark brown - tested on different wood types! We love building furniture and other wood projects. It's a lot of work to design and build something - you want the perfect...
Kreg Tool March 2022 new product release (full product reviews!)
Kreg Tool release a whole lineup of new products in March 2022, including new joinery and cutting solutions. This post explains each of the new products and gives a quick overview on how each is used! On March 14, 2022, Kreg Tool released a whole suite of new products in their joining, cutting and cabinet...
How to make a hook rail with cabinet knobs
This post will show you how to make a hook rail with cabinet knobs or decorative knobs that you love! Using a small piece of wood and your favorite knobs, you can have a great place to hang your jacket, bag or jewelry! We've been trying to make our kids' rooms a fun and whimsical...
The best light wood stain colors
Looking for the perfect light wood stain? Here are our favorite white, light gray, light brown, and natural light wood stain colors! We love building furniture from scratch. But, after all of the work to design and build a wood project, you don't want to mess it up with a wood stain that you don't...
How to paint stair risers - our DIY rainbow staircase!
Want to paint your stair risers? Here's a step by step guide on how to paint stair risers - and a peek at our rainbow staircase! I recently painted a rainbow mural in our kid's loft. That mural is right next to the stairs up to our 3rd floor (which is also a playroom/future media...
How to build a kids art display
Your kids make amazing art every day, and you need a great way to display it. Here's how to build a simple DIY art display for your kids that will show off their masterpieces! This post was sponsored by National Hardware, where you can get all of the hooks, wire, and brackets used in this...
12 ways to get free furniture
Furniture can be very expensive. Here are ways that anyone can get free furniture and information on organization helps with furniture for those in need. Housing is wildly expensive. Then, once you have a house, you have to furnish it! Whether you have an empty home to fill or just need one or two things...
How to paint a rainbow mural
Want to paint a rainbow mural in your home? Here's a step by step guide to the EASIEST way to get a rainbow painted wall! I am on a quest to make the kid spaces in our home colorful and fun and exciting for them while they are still little and interested in me decorating...