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Herringbone Patchwork Accent Wall {Part 1}

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There’s been a lot of snot flying around over here... mostly from ME. Tis the season I guess, right? Last night I slathered Vick’s vapor rub on the bottom of my feet, turned on the vaporizer, chugged some Nyquil, and went to bed early. I hope the girls don’t get it as bad as I have it! Lucky for me, I can sit back and relax because we just finished a bunch of orders from our Etsy shop and a big ... [ Read More ]

DIY Tablet/Recipe Book Holder under Cabinets

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A few years ago, we installed a clothespin under our kitchen cabinets to hold recipes and keep them out of messy ingredients while cooking... because who likes crusty recipe cards? It served it’s purpose for a good long time! As time has worn on and technology advances, we now need to keep our tablets out of the mess. Amiright? Pulling up a recipe on your iPad and bringing it to the kitchen ... [ Read More ]

Toddler Bed / Mini Fainting Couch {Tufting & Upholstery}

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This Fainting Couch Toddler Bed has been SUCH a fun DIY project. If you're just tuning in, check out Part 1 and Part 2 to get you caught up to this point. Today we're tackling the UPHOLSTERY! I’ve had to step outside the box with this project... jumping into carpentry and power tools (with an AMAZING and knowledgeable {and sexy coach). But upholstery is a whole other ballgame. I referred a ... [ Read More ]

End Table Update {Triangle Pattern Insert}

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Ok so here’s the thing. Nick’s been known to be a little annoyed with all the various things I ask him to help me with (understandably so). There are basic homeowner/maintenance–type things that I wouldn't even think about that totally need done in addition to all my measly requests. That’s why I love it when I find a project that I know I can pull off unassisted. This keeps me occupied while ... [ Read More ]

DIY Toddler Bed / Fainting Couch {Part 2}

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We’ve been inching away at the toddler beds, and are SO excited about how they’re turning out! Many times, the picture in my head isn’t really something that’s logical... or structurally stable. But with Nick’s knowledge and arsenal of power tools, and my dream... SOMETIMES amazing things happen! Consider this Part 2 of a 3-part series... so don’t get ahead of yourself and skip to the end hoping ... [ Read More ]

Mini Ladder Shelf for Serving & Organization

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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}

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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!}

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  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 ]

Restoring a Mid-Century/Modern Dining Set

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Nick and I always discuss purchases beforehand... even the smallest things. But when when I saw this dining set for sale on craigslist while Nick was at work, I knew I needed to act fast before someone else snatched it up. Priced at a mere $25, it wouldn’t last long. We’re talking an original vintage 50’s dining set y’all. (actual craigslist pic below) I had a lot of guilt about it buying ... [ Read More ]

Tutorial on stripping the cracks and crevices of your furniture!

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It can be tricky stripping the cracks and crevices, but I’ll show you some new strategies in addition to the basics of stripping from our Stripping 101 course. Your tools are pretty much the same though.   (contains affiliate links) Hefty Scraper (we love this one) Simple wire brush  Stripper (we've tried a LOT, and this one is the best. Hands down) Detail Stipper ... [ 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.