It’s ironic that it took having grandchildren to motivate me to build a tree swing. In my defense, it also helps that we FINALLY have a tree with a strong enough branch. We planted this beautiful honey locust 15 years ago, and I have been eyeing that side branch for some time. I love this tree. Spring is…
Scrap Wood Projects
20 Min DIY Shelf with Ornate Brackets
Are you ready for the easiest project on the entire Internet PLANET?! Seriously, I challenge you to find an easier project than this super cute shelf with ornate brackets! I am working on a $100 bathroom renovation and while waiting for the paint to dry, I built this beauty of a shelf for the space…
DIY Mudroom Bench from Scrap Wood
Today I am showing you how to build this super cute, easy, AND stylish DIY mudroom bench! The bottom shelf is perfect for shoes, purses, storage baskets, or whatever you’d like! Sawdust SistersJanice Thomas writes detailed tutorials for beginner DIYers. Besides being a fan of scrap wood projects and budget- friendly home ideas, Janice works full…
Simple DIY Memo Board for the Office
Hey there! Today I am showing you how to make a simple DIY memo board. Teaching college kids means that I need to find ways to stay organized. I get pulled in many different directions during my work day. Having a planner or a google calendar is not always enough, so planting a reminder in front of…
Super Easy DIY Drawer Divider Insert
A DIY drawer divider is one way to try to keep the chaos contained inside your drawers. Unfortunately, nobody but yourself knows exactly what would work for your chaos, which is why it’s so hard to find the perfect drawer divider. So, making your own is an option that is easy, inexpensive, and custom! Sawdust SistersJanice Thomas…
Easy DIY Scrap Wood Pumpkin
Hello friends! Fall season is just around the corner and today I am excited to show how I made this cute, simple, and easy scrap wood pumpkin! I used some leftover 2x4s. I love using leftover stuff! 🙂 Sawdust SistersJanice Thomas writes detailed tutorials for beginner DIYers. Besides being a fan of scrap wood projects and…
DIY Custom Wall Sconce
This week I built this little DIY wall sconce and I am dying to show how easy this is to make! Not to mention cheap! I made two wall mounts for about $5 in lumber. So, if you have the tools (or know someone who does!) then you are set. And don’t you love that…
DIY Fabric Covered Cornice
Hello friends! I’m so excited to share with you how to make a beautiful DIY Fabric Covered Cornice. The process is so simple! My friend Ilenia made them for her girls’ bedroom and they are just adorable. Beverly
DIY Wooden Box Centerpiece
Hello there sawdust sisters! (and brothers too, if there’s any…:) Are you ready to build this simple DIY wooden box centerpiece? This was such a beautiful spring weekend!! Temps in the high 60’s in Utah are a big deal after a cold winter. So, in between soccer games and other outings I built this DIY wooden box…
DIY Chalkboard Serving Tray
Are you ready to see how easy it is to make this awesome DIY Chalboard serving tray? Janice