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Teardrop-shaped Bentwood Shelf

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I’m always subconsciously gathering inspiration from everywhere. I’m the weirdo that can find beauty in the crack of a sidewalk or the spray pattern of mud on the wheel well of my car. So Pinterest is almost TOO stimulating for my over-active mind. But I do love following my close friends and family on Pinterest, and recently saw this Teardrop-Shaped Bentwood Shelf that my friend Laura had ... [ Read More ]

DIY Wood Slice Tall Floor Vase

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We have mature shade trees all over our acreage. And rest assured, every time a storm blows through, there are downed sticks and branches scattered around the yard. The twins (and now, their new recruit, Cypress – 2) make it their personal goal to gather the branches and distribute them in the vicinity of the firepit in hopes that we’ll strike up a fire in the evening and they’ll get to stay up ... [ Read More ]

Moroccan-Shaped Wooden Sconce Vessels

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I’ve been staring at my computer for the past 10 minutes trying to figure out what the title of this DIY should be. The shapes of them fit into the Moroccan shaped pattern criteria, and they are definitely sconces. But they can be used so many different ways, so I couldn’t go with ‘vase’ or ‘planter’ or ‘candle’. So VESSEL it is. This post is sponsored by DecoArt. Thank you for supporting the ... [ Read More ]

Unique Patio Lights… strung between birch logs!

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We had such a great response to our Patio Makeover! THANK YOU! The video we shared included a little DIY project that we threw in, and I knew we would get lots of questions about the patio lights (and we did!), so I'm dropping in here today to give out a little more details on how to make these birch log lighting! I’m not even sure how the idea came to me, but I know for sure I haven’t seen ... [ Read More ]

The Painting of the Potting Bench

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I think we can all agree that color is good in moderation, tastefully balanced with neutrals and textures. Of course if your taste is ‘farmhouse’ you might gravitate toward neutrals more. Or if you love boho décor, you might be brave with vibrant color and patterns. There’s no right or wrong! So when it came time to make a choice about what color to paint our potting bench, I was ... [ Read More ]

Potting Bench with Hidden Garbage Can Enclosure

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Ya’ll, it’s been HOT where we live. Like Arizona-in-the-early-spring-hot. Like hotter than what we’re accustomed to in Iowa. But we survived the weekend, and lost a combined total of 3 meeeeeellion pounds in sweat, as a family. That’s a lie actually. But at least the sweat we produced was coupled with sunscreen and FUN. Nick and I designed a potting bench together to fit our needs. I ... [ Read More ]

Whitewashing Furniture – super simple tutorial!

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Howdy friends What’s hangin? Sometimes, we have a piece of furniture that seems like it needs an update, but we’re not sure what? TELL ME YOU’VE BEEN THERE. This little secretary desk was given to me by my sister-in-law’s parents, and I LOVED IT. But after living with it for awhile, I decided it needed something. I knew for sure I didn’t want to paint it and cover up all that pretty ... [ Read More ]

Oversized Pegboard Shelving System

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There’s just something about oversized pegboards that just GETS ME. Ever since being inspired by this version via Mandi @ Vintage Revivals, I’ve been subconsciously pondering where in our home I could clear off a wall for something this large. Sadly, the walls in our home are maxed out. But my bro and sis-in-law recently bought a new house and have lots of luscious blank wall space that has me ... [ Read More ]

Faux Stained Glass Beauty and the Beast Rose

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*Be sure to sign up here to get an email update each time we publish a new DIY tutorial! Also follow us on Instagram (@RealityDaydream) for updates, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes tomfoolery!* Happy short-work-week and unofficial beginning of summer! Our weekend was filled with the perfect combination of family gatherings and building in our woodshop. I snapped this picture of the twins at ... [ Read More ]

Free-Standing Strawberry Garden w/ Hanging Planters

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Nick and I have always TALKED about planting a strawberry garden. And lately, the girls have been asking about growing strawberries. So this year, it was meant to be! *This post is sponsored by EcoScraps. Thank you for supporting the amazing brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post contains affiliate links.* Supplies for Hanging Strawberry Garden 10 foot 4x4 cedar board ... [ Read More ]

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