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Patching the Siding from Derecho Damage

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Hey friends! Nick here... I think I can speak for the entire world when I say... I'm glad 2020 is behind us, of all the things that went horribly wrong in 2020. The rare 'inland hurricane' (Derecho) that hit our Midwestern state of Iowa with zero notice and 140 mph winds is what sticks out in my mind. *This post is sponsored by DAP. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make ... [ Read More ]

Stripey Ombre Mural with Shelves

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Hey friends! I recently shuffled some things around in my studio, and it really got my creative juices flowing! Don't you love it when that happens? I ended up with this cute sitting area in the corner, which I love. But it felt like it was missing something. Couch - vintage / Craft Cabinet - DreamBox / Wooden Leaf Shelf - Tutorial / Light Fixture - Sazerac Stitches / Plant - Lady Palm / ... [ Read More ]

Plaster-Hardened Fabric Planters

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I've had this idea in the back of my mind for quite awhile... why not dip fabric in Plaster of Paris to make plaster-hardened fabric planters?! I hadn't ever used Plaster of Paris for something like this, so I played around with it a bit, and it's so fun! I'm going to share the process with you today so you can make yourself some of these plaster-hardened fabric planters! *This post is ... [ Read More ]

Plant a Tree for Arbor Day!

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I, for one, LOVE trees. When we bought our home, there were 4 trees on our acre lot. One towering pine was SO close to the foundation than it needed to be taken down promptly. And another had to be removed for our kitchen addition. Cue allll the tears! WELL, to add insult to injury, our neighborhood was rocked by an EF3 tornado and an inland hurricane called a deracho (within a 2 year time ... [ Read More ]

Split / Shared Room for Siblings

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I love the idea of my girls sharing a room; whispering and giggling into the night. But lately, they've been expressing their desire to have their own space. After further prodding, I realized the real reason was because they wanted a room of their own TO DECORATE. And then it all made sense! After all, as DIY bloggers, we're constantly painting, rearranging, renovating rooms as they look ... [ Read More ]

Outdoor Spring Cleaning

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It never fails! Each spring, when the snow melts, we're always itching to get out in the yard and do a bit of outdoor spring cleaning. Getting out and breathing in the fresh spring air is so good for the soul, Especially after a lonnnnng Midwest winter! With the right tools, your outdoor spring cleaning endeavors will go smoothly and be FUN! *This post is sponsored by STIHL. Thank you for ... [ Read More ]

Coffee Table / Lego Table

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We've been needing to update our coffee table situation in the living room for awhile now. And we've been needing to update our Lego storage situation as well. So why not combine the two into one project?! Because I can't live this way. I've been dreaming up this design for a coffee table with Lego storage for a lonnnnng time now. And I'm so excited to say that my vision has finally come to ... [ Read More ]

Kids Closet Storage Ideas

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When the twins moved into what used to be the guest bedroom, I knew I had to deal with the closet situation. Even if it wasn't filled with random photography equipment, old prom dresses from 20 years ago, and boxes of memories, this closet still isn't suitable to be a kids closet with all the storage needs that they have. Cringey, right? Se started out by removing all the shelves on the ... [ Read More ]

Ocean Resin Art

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Nick and I have dabbled in epoxy here and there, but we've never done anything like this ocean resin art that we just finished. It turned out so awesome! Wanna learn how to do it yourself? This ocean resin art is easier than it looks, and it could be done on furniture, trays, cutting boards... anything! *This post contains affiliate links.* I was inspired by Sam at DIY Huntress because ... [ Read More ]

Article Sven Review

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Howdy friends! We've been using and abusing our Sven Sofa and Armchair from Article for for several months now, and we're excited to share our thoughts! *This post is sponsored by Article! Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible!* I must admit the idea of welcoming some boujee velvet furniture into our home full of wild youngsters and cats and ... [ Read More ]

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