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Remodeling

We bought our second fixer-upper in 2019 and thought we’d have it fully remodeled by now.  We’re not even a third of the way there yet.

This year we’re making a push to complete our first floor.  It’s ambitious and involves more DIY than we’ve ever done on our own, but it will be major progress toward our goal.  I can’t wait to share the updates here as we have them.


kitchen with white cabinets and gray counters

Must-Have Kitchen Features That Are Actually Practical

Magazines are full great kitchen ideas, but most of those features aren’t practical. Find out which kitchen features really are must-haves.

Living Debt-Free in a Fixer-Upper: includes several common home renovation tools including a calculator for measurements and budgeting

Living Debt-Free in a Fixer-Upper {Real-Life Pros, Cons, and Progress}

Is living debt-free in a fixer-upper possible? Absolutely. Is it worth it? Read our list of real-life pros and cons to decide for yourself.

Easy Closets maximize space: the design and photo of my master bedroom closet remodeled with an EasyClosets system

Maximize Space with EasyClosets

Whether you live in a small home or a spacious one, your closets should have maximum storage potential with minimal effort. Since 2005, we’ve installed nine EasyClosets systems across two homes.


Fixer Upper #2 (2019 – present)

loft with privacy curtain and roller shade down

Converting the Loft into a Bedroom {A Cheap, Versatile Solution}

Love your loft but need an extra bedroom? Learn how we kept the versatility of our loft with a cheap and effective solution.

half bathroom after remodel: vanity, toilet, and mirror

Our Half Bathroom Remodel: Downsizing For the Best Fit

When the layout of our bathroom didn’t make sense, we began an ambitious remodel that involved moving a wall and so much more.

completed bathroom remodel with Costco vanity, new mirror, and refaced door

Remodeling the Kids’ Bathroom with a Vanity from Costco

A quick decision to buy an Ove vanity from Costco lead to a long but worthwhile renovation of our kids’ bathroom.

front-right view of backyard shed built using Brayton design from Paul's Sheds

Building a Backyard Shed {My DIY Story}

Building a shed from the ground up is daunting, demanding, and yet remarkably rewarding. Read my DIY story before you accept this challenge.

A few pages of the Brayton shed plan from Paul's Sheds splayed out with a hammer and nails

DIY Shed Plans from Paul’s Sheds

Do you want to build your own backyard shed? If you are up for a DIY project of this caliber, check out Paul’s Sheds for your design plans.


Fixer Upper #1 (2005-2019)

Removing the fireplace for added space: the left side of this image shows the orginal fireplace wall. The right side of the image shows the new office built-ins that replaced the fireplace wall.

Removing the Fireplace to Create More Space

Have you ever thought about removing your fireplace to create more space? We replaced ours with office built-ins that make our home much more functional.

Barker Cabinets Review: back/side view of custom kitchen island

A Barker Cabinets Review

Can ready-to-assemble cabinets really be a good fit for your home? Read my unbiased Barker Cabinets review to learn more.

Our first kitchen remodel: final reveal with new layout, cabinets, counters, appliances, and flooring

Our First Kitchen Remodel

Our first kitchen remodel was a success because we knew our requirements, planned accordingly, and stayed in budget. Find out why it was worth the wait.


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