Reality Daydream

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About Bethany Sy

Nick and Bethany Sy are the creative free-spirits behind DIY/Lifestyle blog, Reality Daydream. They recently purchased a historic mansion and have been documenting the ups and downs of renovation and making this home their own... all while sharing tips and tutorials along the way! When they found themselves in the trenches of infertility, they started a journey that would prove to be their most important DIY project ever, and have 3 beautiful girls to show for it. <3

Wood-Burning Fireplace Install

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If you've been watching our Instagram Stories, you know we've been working on getting our fireplace up and running... at last! We've never had a house with a fireplace, and so we were stoked (see what I did there?) to get this baby LIT. After doing our research we partnered with Osburn, for their modern, quality, and efficient, wood burning inserts. We went with a wood burning insert because ... [ Read More ]

Looking back at 2019

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WHAT A YEAR!! Our blog definitely took a weird shift when we started doing more renovation projects than actual DIY projects and furniture builds. So much so that when I started going back through the projects we did in 2019, I didn't expect to have much to report other than home improvement projects. But I was wrong!! So let's take a little walk down memory lane and recap our year here at Reality ... [ Read More ]

Picture Plaque for Grandparents

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This idea came straight outta my noggin, and I'm not even sure what to call it or how to title this post! It can totally be used for anyone... not just grandparents. You could make one for your own family and use your last name as the letters instead of 'grandparents'. *This post is sponsored by DAP. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post ... [ Read More ]

DIY Collapsible Dollhouse for 18″ Dolls

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HOLY CHRISTMAS CHAOS! I know you're not looking for gift ideas anymore, but you KNOW I'm still going to share the tutorial for the last-minute Collapsible Dollhouse I made for my girls' knock-off American Girl dolls. IT FOLDS UP LIKE A BOOK when it isn't in use! And of course this would work for any 18" doll, or even smaller dolls! AND IT'S EASY to make! Here's what it looks like all ... [ Read More ]

Carved Leaf Shelf Tutorial

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I have to admit, I've had a project on my to-do list for... A LONG TIME. As in, years. I've loved this little leaf shelf and had it pinned to my Pinterest Projects board for a very long time. *This post is sponsored by Dremel. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post contains affiliate links.* Now that I have some pretty amazing Dremel ... [ Read More ]

My Studio: DREAMBOX

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My studio is FINALLY coming together, and I am here.for.it. After my girls and I painted the Patchwork Accent Wall in there, I really struggled with how to arrange the room. With the help of my friends that watch my Instagram Stories, we figured out THE BEST placement of furniture that still lets in optimal light AND allows the accent wall to have a moment. I should start off by ... [ Read More ]

Christmas Tree Reveal

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Eeek! Today is such an exciting day! I was invited by Stephanie at Casa Watkins Living to participate in the My Home Style Blog Hop - Christmas Tree Edition! A big group of stylish home decor bloggers are each sharing their Christmas tree... decorated in their own style or theme! SO FUN. If you're coming over from Tasha's blog, Kaleidoscope Living ...welcome to our chaos! Let me start by ... [ Read More ]

DIY Wine and Stemware Rack Tutorial

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Great News! I have a really fun DIY gift idea to share today. Just in time for the holidays! I actually shared this Wine and Stemware Rack tutorial a few years ago, but it was a little too close to Christmas for anyone to actually make it as a homemade Christmas gift. So I'm re-sharing it now so you can add it to your list of DIY Gift ideas this year! This entire design came out of my head… and I ... [ Read More ]

Living Room Update – The Ceiling

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Ever since the very first day we stepped into this house (and fell in love with it), the living room ceiling was... nonexistent. Open floor joists, exposed wiring, and I-beams. We have put our touch on this room AS MUCH AS WE POSSIBLY COULD, and yet... Rumor around the neighborhood is that the ceiling fell in on the previous owners. YIKES. I hope no one got hurt! It doesn't surprise ... [ Read More ]

Repurposed Vintage Hankies

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I'm a sucker for all things vintage and sentimental, so loving repurposed vintage hankies comes naturally to me. Even though they're meant to blow your nose in them. Can you believe our grannies did that into this beautiful fabric? Since making our DIY Vintage Hankie Garland a few months ago, I've seen several amazing projects using repurposed vintage hankies. I thought it would ... [ Read More ]

Attention: Almost any do-it-yourself project involves risk of some sort. Your tools, materials, and skills will vary, as will the conditions at your project site. Reality Daydream has made every effort to be complete and accurate in the instructions of the plans on this website. Reality Daydream will not assume any responsibility or liability for damages or losses sustained or incurred in the course of your project or in the use of the item you create. Always follow the manufacturer's operating instructions in the use of tools, check and follow your local building codes, and observe all commonly accepted safety precautions.