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DIY/home blog journaling our renovation adventures, before & after home improvements, design, crafts. Follow along as we make our old farmhouse our dream home.

Our blog journals our reno-ventures, before and after home improvements, DIY design and decor on a budget. Show off your DIY projects, browse the archives for your own DIY project inspiration and make new friends. Thanks for stopping by!

06/17/2026

🏸 Add a little whimsy to your summer decor!

This DIY birdie garland is easy, budget-friendly, and so fun for patios, porches, or parties. 🎨☀️

Ribbon + birdies = instant charm!

👉 Get the tutorial: https://diyshowoff.com/2014/06/17/dig-birdie-garland-and-fun-in-the-sun-blog-hop/
📌 Or pin it for later: https://pin.it/3Q7E84zb7

06/11/2026

🌸 Creative planter inspiration! 🌸

I love finding new ways to display flowers and herbs and this old fountain was too good not to transform. A little DIY love turned it into one of my favorite garden projects. 🌿✨

👉 See how I made it: http://diyshowoff.com/2017/05/20/flower-fountain-planter/

06/09/2026

How about some fun summer DIY inspiration? Creative flower/herb planters: http://diyshowoff.com/2017/05/20/flower-fountain-planter/

06/02/2026

🌼 DIY Tire Planter Tutorial 🛞🌸
Turn an old tire into a colorful flower planter with this simple upcycled garden project!

I refreshed the blog post with updated instructions, a supply list, and tips for painting tires safely. It’s an easy weekend DIY that adds bold curb appeal to your outdoor space.

Find the step-by-step tutorial at
https://diyshowoff.com/2013/07/02/diy-tire-planter-tutorial/

05/30/2026

An old patio swing doesn’t always need to be replaced. Sometimes it just needs a little softness. I added sheer curtains, simple DIY curtain weights, and a fresh cushion cover to turn this tired swing into a cozy backyard daybed. Such an easy outdoor refresh!

https://diyshowoff.com/2013/05/06/easy-diy-patio-swing-drapes/

05/29/2026

A thrift store find or yard sale treasure can become the prettiest garden planter with a little DIY creativity. One of my favorite outdoor projects is giving forgotten chandeliers a second life among the flowers.

See how I did it:
http://diyshowoff.com/2013/06/11/chandelier-planter-tutorial-2/

📌 Save this idea for spring and summer inspiration:
http://www.pinterest.com/pin/255579347578995762/

05/26/2026

This is one of those DIY projects that turned out even better than expected. Made this giant backyard dice game (LCR-style) and it’s such a fun go-to for summer nights, family get-togethers, or just hanging out outside. It’s super simple to make and doesn’t cost much at all.

Sharing the full tutorial if you want to make one too: https://diyshowoff.com/2013/06/18/diy-outdoor-giant-dice-game-lcr/

05/23/2026

Looking back at these uninvited guests (a raccoon family living right above the guest bed). I didn’t want to trap her. I just needed her to relocate.Here’s what finally worked (DIY + humane): https://diyshowoff.com/2025/05/22/how-to-get-rid-of-a-raccoon-in-the-attic/

Blog post has the full story, the video, and all the things I tried and what worked!

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