Check out this awesome DIY pipe lamp! Supplies Needed: *various sizes and kinds of pipes (have a sketch when you go in to buy the materials so you get the right amount of sizes) in various textures. *spray paint in copper and bronze (to spray those pipes that are pvc or metal) *wood spindle pieces (you can find these by the stair railing parts) *Rub n Buff (I used the patina and gold) *Wood stain … [Read more...]
Building An Easy Tree House
As a kid I always always wanted a tree house and it is my dream to build one for my kids. However, first you need a tree. Until we get a good one in the yard, it will remain a dream but go ahead a look at the windows. Do you have a great tree in your yard? Here's What You Need Materials: Circular or hand saw Power drill with a philips screw bit Level 6"-8" screws or nails (nails are … [Read more...]
Kitchen Storage- Cabinets
Everyone knows that the kitchen is one of the hardest rooms to keep under control. Take a look at these clever, stylish and effective solutions for kitchen cabinets. Corner drawers. These are a twist on the corner cabinet, pulling out from the corner. You usually have to bend over backward or crawl on your hands and knees to find items inside a corner cabinet, but these fully accessible drawers … [Read more...]
Most Incredible Tree House EVER!
Take a look at this incredible tree house! These are all for kids and have working appliances, including an AC and light fixtures, are several stories and are comfortable enough that any adult would be willing to stay in one for a while, if not permanently. Steve and Jeri Wakefield had the idea nine years ago to build an elaborate tree house for their grandsons, Lincoln and Sullivan Scott, in … [Read more...]
Trending- Honeycomb
People have been taking their cues from the bees for generations, but they get an A+ lately in architecture. On the rise in popularity right now is the honeycomb pattern. Most like it not only because it feels like they're adding a bit of natural decor into their spaces, but because it's very geometrical and modern it's the best of two very different design preferences. Check out this slide … [Read more...]
Design Dictionary- Caryatid
I am loving this new series, Design Dictionary, put on Decor Arts Now. I'm learning so much about all these terms. Today's is Caryatid. Apparently this is a term used to describe using a female figure in art. Looking through some pictures it doesn't have to be the whole body, as long as it has a face you're pretty much good. CARYATID ”care-ee-ah-tid”: Sculpted support in the form of a female … [Read more...]
Outdoor Man Caves
The man cave is a place where someone can get away from the day-to-day hassles of life. It's more of a state of mind than where it is or what is in it. The most important thing to remember when you're setting up a man cave for yourself, or someone you love, is to grab things that you know will appeal year round, things that won't distract but will soothe the man beast into a state of complacency … [Read more...]
How To- Install a Screened in Porch
Home Depot- Screened In Porch(click to play) I'm siting here listening to my kids play outside and I realize that whether I like it or not spring is here. Now most of the time I would be thrilled, but where I live, spring leads to summer, and the summers are brutal. Also, spring brings a huge change in my life, a change I'm not sure I'm ready for. However if today was any other day and I lived … [Read more...]
10 Stylish Floating Staircases
Happy Monday Tub Connection Readers! Check out these floating stair cases! Some of them look really fun, others make me a little nervous. I think if I were to build one, or should I say, make Mr. Sthole build one, I think I would have to have the banister. I especially like the floating bookshelf (shown above). Either way, they all look pretty awesome. I'm not sure I could handle them. I … [Read more...]
Inspiration- Attic Rooms
The attic can be a nice addition to the home, but do you use it as storage or as an additional room? Here are 30 photos to help you get some inspiration for your attic rooms from Bob … [Read more...]