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Marble Hydro Dipping

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Marble Hydro Dipping is such a fun way to add swirly paint to just about any object. It's SO MUCH FUN, and we're sharing all the tips and products! I'm not gonna lie, sometimes it feels so good to put renovation off to the side for a moment, and do something really fun and new! You know I love to play around with different types of paints, mediums, and techniques, so this marble hydro dipping ... [ Read More ]

Leather Conditioning and Protecting Tips

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Raise your hand if you remember this SWEET Leather Tufted Storage Ottoman we built a few years back! Let's just say it's gotten some use and could use some leather conditioning. *This post is sponsored by Mohawk Finishes. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post contains affiliate links.* We were (and still are) super proud of this build ... [ Read More ]

My Studio: Patchwork Stencil Wall

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You all know I love an accent wall. Over the years I've done this geometric feature wall, this herringbone patchwork wall and this tone-on-tone glossy swirl accent wall. I even wrote a post sharing a big ol' roundup of al my favorite accent walls from around the interwebs! And I had big plans for this studio space... involving another patchwork stenciled wall! ONLY DIFFERENT! I should start ... [ Read More ]

Vintage Hankie Garland

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Over the years, I've picked up cute vintage hankies at thrift stores, yard sales, and antique stores (when they're cheap). I didn't ever consider myself a 'collector' of vintage hankies, but I've accumulated quite a few over the years. So it seemed like a great time to make a hankie garland! I always knew I would make something with them eventually, because it's beautiful fabric! And the ... [ Read More ]

A Messy Fireplace Refresh

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YOU GUYS, I could not be more pumped to share this little makeover with you. Suuure it's not a full room reveal or anything epic like that... BUT HELLO. This fireplace situation needed some serious TLC. *This post is sponsored by DAP. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post contains affiliate links.* Never mind that there's no ceiling... ... [ Read More ]

Children’s Wooden Name Puzzle

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The world of blogging is a weird one, but I'm so grateful for the friendships I've made over the years through this endeavor. I've had the honor of meeting and hanging our with Liz Marie a few times over the years, and she is SUCH a gem of a human being. I've followed her infertility journey for so long, and have been so deeply invested in her story. So when Liz and Jose announced that ... [ Read More ]

Moroccan End Table Tutorial

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Budddiiiiieeees! Hi hi! Summer is in full swing around here... complete with swimming lessons, family bike rides, park playdates, and mud fights. If you don't follow my Instagram stories, YOU SHOULD! @RealityDaydream ...we share all the craziness, as well as kitchen updates, behind-the-scenes projects, and the saga of our monarch caterpillars and chrysalises. I recently got to play around ... [ Read More ]

Fixing/filling damaged trim and millwork

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The solarioum is one of TWO rooms that I consider 'done' in this house. *This post is sponsored by Mohawk Finishes. Thank you for supporting the fabulous brands that make Reality Daydream possible! This post contains affiliate links. * So when our boy Reuben took it upon himself to chew on the woodwork in this room, I was beyond upset! In his defense, we closed him into that room ... [ Read More ]

Felt Succulent Wall Planter

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GUYS, I almost never do this, but I asked a friend of mine if she would want to guest post here on Reality Daydream. She has THE CUTEST Etsy Shop and makes darling felt flowers for little girls' headbands and home decor pieces. And I knew you guys would love it as much as I do! Isn't Samantha's little daughter (pictured above) the cutest little model? I just want to squeeze her! TAKE IT ... [ Read More ]

Bunk Bed Curtains

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If your kids have bunk beds, then you can be mom-of-the-year by sewing them some bunk bed curtains using our tutorial! Minimal sewing skills required! I may do a 'room reveal' here on mah blog, but that doesn't REALLY mean that the room is done. You know? I'm constantly tweaking and having new ideas! Nothing is safe... even when it's already been checked off my subconscious 'room-list'. ... [ 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.