Welcome to DIY Darling! I’m passionate about home decor, DIY projects and creating a life you love. Oh and I love to read. A lot. You’ll find it all here - let's take this journey together!
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With little room to spare in a studio apartment, think UP! Hanging a basket light is a great way to add style and save space. Learn my hanging hack for an easy way to install your own overhead lighting.
I did the wedding florals for my sister’s micro-wedding! From the ceremony arch, to the bouquet, to the reception table decor, check out how I helped make this COVID-era wedding extra special.
This hand painted sign made my Mom’s home sauna space feel even more customized - learn how to hand-letter on canvas.
Watch how to update a simple bench by reupholstering with buffalo plaid fabric.
Such a simple project makes relaxing on the couch 10x better. Make this sofa table with just two materials!
Create a home office on a budget using simple materials from Home Depot. Elevate your work-from-home space with butcher block, IKEA legs and custom shelving. I talk through best practices for styling out a home office for maximum efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
When work-from-home becomes the norm, an awesome desk setup is a must! Here’s Part 1 of our Mega Desk build.
Learn how to turn an unused tub into a vertical “secret” garage/storage space. It’s a great way to optimize space for tiny home living.
Create a beautiful centerpiece with a combination of twisted tapers and carved tree candles, just in time for the holidays!
Create a Winter Wonderland using brown paper bags, scissors, and some hot glue.
Ever wonder what to do with all those sentimental wine corks? Learn how to make a wine corkboard in a few steps!
The “found pottery” challenge… Take an old vase (could be glass, metal, or clay) and turn it into "pottery" by coating with a combined paint + baking soda mixture.
Who says a tiny space has to be boring? Check out the transformation of this renter kitchen! A tiny kitchen can still make a big impact. And by using creative solutions for storage and organization, it can function just a well as a larger, full size kitchen. Read on to see how I created an adorable tiny kitchen in my client Angela’s studio apartment.
Take a second-hand dresser and give it new life with a little bit of paint, new knobs, and good old fashioned elbow grease.
Create a beautiful backsplash in your kitchen using this hand-stencil technique.
Using paint and a steady hand, make a statement with this half-moon painted headboard. It’s a great (and cheap!) alternative to a traditional headboard.
Check out this incredible FLIP - an old ironing board cabinet turned spice cabinet.
