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Putting up Wallpaper with Wallpaper Paste!

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Putting up wallpaper with wallpaper paste can be intimidating, but I'm sharing alllll the details, tips, and tricks (including links to the tools I used) in this post because I loooooove you. Having a giant historic home that needs SO MUCH WORK, it's difficult to try and decide what is a priority and what can wait. Our dining room needs some major cosmetic work, but it's just that: COSMETIC. ... [ Read More ]

Creative Funks – and a Scroll Saw Tree

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A couple times a year, I seem to find myself in a creative funk. Uninspired, unmotivated, confused. It usually lasts a couple weeks, and I snap out of it. I'm sure everyone goes through this in one way or another, right? But this last creative funk has lasted MANY MONTHS for me. Making stuff and being productive brings me life, so it was starting to become a problem. I've suffered with ... [ Read More ]

Stained Wooden Logo Sign

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I have some exciting news! My baby brother is getting married this summer, and my new sister-in-law is the most precious human being. Like, basically, I can't wait to hang out with her for the rest of my life. She called me up the other day and asked me if I would help her do a project to surprise Josh for their dating anniversary. Since I've been in a creative slump and don't have any ... [ Read More ]

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 ]

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 ]

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 ]

SIMPLE Macramè Hanging Planter (perfect for beginners!)

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I consider myself a pretty proficient DIYer, and I feel like I have done almost EVERYTHING! But one thing I only recently started dabbling in is Macramè. And I'm so glad I did! I knocked out a hanging macramè planter in about an hour! And not only is it fun, it's also 100% easier than I expected it to be! Now I want to make ALL THE THINGS. SO FUN, right? And wouldn't these macramè hanging ... [ Read More ]

DIY Weekly Meal Planning MENU BOARD!

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Make meal planning easy and FUN with this DIY Chalkboard Menu Board! It's simple to make, and only takes minimal DIY skills!  So we’ve talked about menu planning (or lack thereof CAN I GET AN AMEN) here at Reality Daydream on several occasions. You know I’m not a planning-type, but I do love a good list. And that’s why THIS METHOD works sooooo good for me and the fam. We rock this method. And I ... [ Read More ]

Indian Corn Cake Stand Tutorial

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If you're looking to add some DIY autumn flair to your home, make this harvest-themed Indian Corn cake stand! So fun and easy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I love the colors and patterns in Indian Corn. Mother Nature is such an amazing artist! I wanted to use a bundle of Indian Corn to make something autumn-y, and Indian Corn Cake Stand turned out so cute, I wanted to share! *this post contains ... [ 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.