Here are the best DIY projects from Mama Needs a Project in 2019. As 2019 comes to a close I’ve been getting so sentimental about the projects I’ve tackled this year and all the growth that has happened on Mama Needs a Project. Save to Pinterest! Starting about mid-year of 2019 I challenged myself to…
In this post I will walk you through how to paint a scalloped wall – it’s so much easier than it looks! A few months ago I purchased a beautiful half flower shaped mirror from the thrift store. I loved it so much, but couldn’t decided where to hang it so it sat in the…
I’ve started adding some bold color to my walls and I absolutely love it! It started with an impulsive Watercolor Inspired Circle. This bright addition to my walls inspired me to find other areas to add surprising pops of color. Most recently, I’ve just finished painting this bright yellow oval on the wall at the…
My new DIY Watercolor Wall is now my favorite spot in my house. I love the rich, bold teal against my light blue walls. And all the different shades all within that one circle 😍 – I am seriously obsessed with it! And, my friends, IT WAS SO EASY! I’m going to show you just…
This Budget Front Porch Makeover has been such a huge project for me and I’m so excited to show you the end result! Pin for later! For the month of September, I’ve been working my tail off to transform the front of my home from a boring and embarrassing weed pit to a beautiful entrance…
This post discusses the steps I am taking to improve existing soil and add new soil in my raised flower bed on clay soil. I recently finished building this BIG raised flower bed on the clay soil in front of my home. The project was sparked by years of trying to grow a garden in…
I tackled my biggest project so far in my Budget Front Porch Makeover with this raised flower bed for the front of the house! Other projects for this month long focus on the front porch include DIY Geometric Wall Art and a Simple 2×4 Bench and a DIY Outdoor Plant Shelf. The front of my home…
Learning how to sell on Facebook Marketplace is easy! Selling secondhand items on Facebook Marketplace is a great way to earn some extra cash. I’ve sold furniture, curtains, handmade decor items, clothing and more. I’m spilling the beans on how I make money selling secondhand items from my couch with Facebook Marketplace. I will teach…
On one of my recent thrift shopping trips I spotted this adorable vintage swag lamp! I HAD to have it! I don’t often have that reaction, but this lamp totally spoke to me. And, it said, “Hi Emilee, I’m the vintage lamp of your dreams. Buy me now or live out your remaining days in…
Secondhand fabric is one of my favorite things to hunt for in the thrift store. It not only saves money on sewing projects, but also provides me with unique materials to use. Plus, buying secondhand fabric is a way to keep materials in circulation rather than in a landfill. Pin for later! I am an…
Buying on Facebook Marketplace makes is like thrift shopping from your couch. You can find literally anything for sale. I’ve purchased furniture, clothing, power tools, children’s toys and even houseplants through Facebook Marketplace! I love secondhand shopping and buying on Facebook Marketplace makes it super easy to find great items that fit within my budget….
I’m Emilee and I am a total thrift store addict. I love scouring the shelves and searching through the racks for hidden treasures. I love finding unique pieces to use in my home that make my home a total reflection of me rather than whatever trend is lighting up social media. I love knowing that…
In this post I talk about how the process of changing your home decor style on a budget. I’m in the middle of changing the style of my home decor right now! I’m using lots of patience and frugal methods to completely change the vibe of my home and turn it into a place that…
This simple 2×4 potting bench was in need of a makeover and after so much sanding and a few alterations, she’s done! This garden potting bench was actually the first project that I built from start to finish completely on my own. That was back in 2014 when I was just starting to gain confidence…
These fun upcycled plastic nursery pots are the newest addition to the many flower displays in my backyard! I’ve been stuck at home for several days now with a potty training toddler and then a terrible stomach bug that has been making it’s way through our house. All of this time at home is making…
Today I’m teaching you how to build a Honeycomb DIY Garden Trellis. It is my favorite garden project to date and I know that you’re going to love it, too! You can follow along with my simple tutorial and even grab my printable woodworking plans to build your own DIY garden trellis. This Honeycomb DIY…
Today I’m sharing an easy woodworking tutorial to build a stacked hexagon planter or flower pot cover. This woodworking project is great for practicing miter cuts – you’ll be doing a lot! It’s also super cheap, ringing up at less than $10 in lumber. Save to Pinterest! This wood flower pot measures 5 3/4″ tall…
Converting a kitchen cabinet into a pull out trash drawer has been my latest project around here and let me tell you, I struggled. It looks so simple! Why oh why did I have to make it so hard? I’m sharing 3 mistakes I made while installing drawer slides inside a cabinet and the solutions…
I am so in love with this Rainbow Toddler Garden! I finished building it about a week ago and am excited to share the plans with you. This post will show you how I built it. My son was so excited to plant his flowers that I didn’t get many pictures of this project where…
Mounting a flower box and window to the fence is the perfect way to add some vertical interest to your garden. I’ve been slowly working on creating a little garden oasis in a corner of my backyard. (It’s one of my 2019 Home Project Goals! ) It started last fall when we planted a crepe myrtle tree….
My husband has stated frequently and loudly that he thinks I might have a plant problem. He might be right. I bought my first houseplant a little less than a year ago. Today I have more than 20 and new ones still join the family every now and then. Oops! Over the last year I’ve…
Over the last year I’ve been transitioning the decor in my home from mostly neutrals to LOTS of color. I love how bright and cheery my home is becoming! I follow a few home decor Facebook groups and have recently seen people posting pictures of their bookshelves arranged by color. Duh! Why didn’t I think…
My husband travels A LOT. On years that he doesn’t have a deployment, we’re lucky to have him home for six months total out of the year. On deployment years… well I’m just happy to see him when I can. I like to set goals for myself when he’s away, and those goals usually revolve…
In this post I will show you how to update dining room chairs with new paint, and upholstery. It’s the process I followed to take dingy thrifted chairs and turn them into a bright addition to my kitchen. Save to Pinterest! When I built my dining room table I needed some new chairs to go…
