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Mini Ladder Shelf for Serving & Organization

September 30, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Happy Monday! How’s that for an oxymoron? Let me tell you how this went...  Ring, Ring. Nick: Hey Babe, What’s up? Beth: Hey I’m at Lowes and I have this project that I want to do. Nick:  Ok, what is it? Beth: I want to build a small ladder shelf to put food on. What do I need to buy? Nick:  ....... Uhhhh. IDK, just buy a bunch of 1x4’s... Yup that is pretty much how ... [ Read More ]

Fainting Couch Toddler Bed Inspiration/Construction {Part 1}

September 24, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Some of my mommy-friends have small children who climb out of their crib before they’re even a year old. And other less-ambitious children don’t attempt to escape until well into their toddlerhood. My small children have made it to age two, and are still going strong (we’re thanking our lucky stars). But I know that dreaded day is coming, and I often think about that terrifying moment when I wake ... [ Read More ]

State Pride Tour and Collaboration {IOWA!}

September 16, 2013 by Bethany Sy

  If you’ve been around our blog for any amount of time, you know that I love geography and have tons of pride for my home state: IOWA!! Represent! I figured out this amazing way to make new wood look OLD and it basically changed my life.   . I've used my 'old wood' to make these barn board signs and these Bracket-Shaped Plaques Since 1x4 pine boards are inexpensive and ... [ Read More ]

‘House Divided’ Broken Bracket Sign

September 5, 2013 by Bethany Sy

As you know... football season is UPON us. I enjoy a good football game when the *cough* FOOD is right. And if the Chicago Bears are playing, I might even get into it! But you won’t ever see me jump off the couch or anything. I’m a passive football fan. But I will say I enjoy football a lot more now that I understand it (for the most part). My main point here... is that I whipped up a little ... [ Read More ]

DIY Jumbo Jenga {Interiors by Kenz}

August 23, 2013 by Bethany Sy

GUYS! My amazing/talented/adorable bloggy friend Kenz is here to share her story and a little project with you today! We finally got to meet in person at Haven, and were instantly fast friends. Her blog Interiors by Kenz is hilarious, real... and inspiring! You should be friends with her too! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hey Reality Daydream readers!  You're the coolest people on the ... [ Read More ]

A Facelift for the Credenza

August 14, 2013 by Bethany Sy

If you don’t already, you should subscribe to our blog so you get an email every time we publish a new blog post (not more than 2 times a week… TOPS)! You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram so you don’t miss ANY of this madness!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We’re not knocking out furniture projects like we used to... I’m sorry what was that? You’re wondering WHY NOT? Have ... [ Read More ]

Succulent Centerpiece using Birch Logs & Twine!

August 7, 2013 by Bethany Sy

As you know, I’ve been trying to incorporate plants into my décor a little more. There’s just something cheerful about flowers or green plants in a room. My mom has a seriously green thumb. Her yard is gorgeously landscaped with the most unique combinations of plants, bushes, flowers… UGH. So I drug her with me to Lowes to help me pick out a combination of succulents. Because I’m trendy ... [ Read More ]

Building a Round Pergola

June 30, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Hi Friends! We finished a MAJOR project today… and do you really think we’re going to wait until Monday to share it? NO! So welcome to this random Sunday edition of Reality Daydream. Nick and I have ALL KINDS of lofty plans for our home and land… most of which are just dreams. But I like to dream with my rendering markers, so I drew up a little ‘someday’ aerial image of our property (this is ... [ Read More ]

Build a Custom DIY Trellis in an Afternoon {GIVEAWAY CLOSED}

May 31, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Hey yo, Nick here. SO… funny story, each year I get super excited about spring and go nuts in the seed isle at our local store.  Then I come home and read about each plant and start to lay out where I want everything.   Like a total Rook I failed to notice that my Morning Glories are the type of plant that requires something to climb, like a trellis.  This is the genius idea my Bride offered to ... [ Read More ]

DIY Wooden Topography Artwork

May 24, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Nick loves learning about the history of things. He loves old maps. He loves nature and land. And so I had this thought that I would make him some ‘Topography’ art of our acreage for his birthday! I found a website that allows you to see the topography of your property. For those of you that live in town, your topography might not be as interesting, but it’s fun to find out… right? (p.s. I’m in ... [ Read More ]

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We are Nick and Bethany! Welcome to our blog, Reality Daydream where we share our DIY adventures!

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Patio lights are non-negotiable! They make all the Patio lights are non-negotiable! They make all the difference. 🙌 And when you don’t have something to hang them from, use this whiskey barrel trick!

Oh, and SOLAR LIGHTS! 💡 #needisaymore 

All the details and product links are on our blog! www.RealityDaydream.com 🎉
Shall we call these cookies & cream pancakes? 🙌 Shall we call these cookies & cream pancakes? 🙌

I was pretty proud of this idea when it came into my head, but they were EVEN YUMMIER than I expected! Kid and adult approved!

And since there’s no syrup needed, they’re basically healthier than regular pancakes, right? RIGHT?! 👊
Let us never again underestimate the power of PATI Let us never again underestimate the power of PATIO LIGHTS. who knew how much it would improve the vibe and ambiance!!

If you too are without a pergola, don’t worry! We’re breaking down all the details of how we fashioned this freestanding pole for the lights to anchor to. And it doubles as a planter for my coleus and climbing mandevilla! Soooo pretty!!

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Come plant some flowers with me! This planter I bu Come plant some flowers with me! This planter I built looks SO AWESOME after the flowers fill in over the summer. I can’t wait to share the whole process with you!

This year, instead of petunias, I decided to use Million Bells (sometimes called mini petunias or Calibrachoa) because they don’t have to be deadheaded constantly. I’m so excited to see how they do! 🌸  Find the tutorial for this planter by doing a Google search for “Reality Daydream Petunia Planter” and build your own!! 🙌
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View of our entryway of our historic mansion that we're slowly renovating and making our own.
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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.

 

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