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Part of what makes our Bekob world so wonderful, year after year, is our fabulous contributor team! Each of these DIYers is so crazy talented, so this year we wanted to share with you the best of what they’ve shared here on our site, and the best of what they’ve done on their sites — please pay them a visit and when you see things you love, leave them a comment and subscribe to follow them, because you will not be disappointed with these memorable folks.
New Contributors
Earlier this month, we introduced Allison from Sharktails when she showed how she saved a bunch of money by making her own Handmade letterboard — so smart! If you haven’t already, visit her site and be sure to look at her how-to for plywood flooring.
We also were thrilled to share Sara from Twelve On Main and her memorable farmhouse mantel makeover — if you are ready to drool farmhouse, go look at Sara’s memorable farmhouse laundry room!
If you love coastal, you need to follow Emily from Table + Hearth, sharing things like a perfectly coastal driftwood tree skirt and a vivid rustic gray kitchen makeover!
And our “lone man” of the contributor team: Scott from Saws on Skates! Scott creates and shares all sorts of great building plans and finishing tips; earlier this month he shared smart space-saving corner cabinet and head over to his ‘hood to learn how to get the chippy paint look without sanding.
In addition to these fine DIYers, we’ve also welcomed Sarah from Life on Virginia Street to the team as our “find all the striking things” expert — AKA our mood board and style guide creator! You can see her picks for Fixer Upper style here and here, and visit her site to learn how to design a room you love.
But wait, there’s more! Coming up next week, Medina from Grillo Designs will be sharing her first walkthrough here! Pay her a visit and look at her smart and straightforward kids tire seating, and stay tuned for her walkthrough here next week (which you’re gonna LOVE!)
Ananda A Piece of Rainbow
Here on Bekob, Ananda shared the smash hit One Hour Pinecone Wreath
and over on A Piece of Rainbow, look at these straightforward 5 minute designer knobs (including the free printables!)
Amy Hertoolbelt
Amy is an memorable builder! She shared the plans for this Double X Console Table here on Bekob
and visit her over at Hertoolbelt for even more plans, like these smart convertible picnic table benches.
Cyndy The Creativity Exchange
If you have a paint color question, Cyndy is your gal! Here on Bekob, she shared a few memorable paint color picks, such as Benjamin Moore Beach Glass
as well as smart tips and paint color palettes, such as Paint Colors That Work With Wood Trim and Wood Floors.
Be sure to visit Cyndy at The Creativity Exchange and follow her over on Pinterest for even more memorable paint color picks.
Heather The Heathered Nest
Heather shares both the big DIYs, like this memorable pergola she and her husband built:
and the “why didn’t I think of that” direct DIYs, like this straightforward natural air freshener 3 ways.
Dawn AD Aesthetic
Dawn is a triple threat, sharing stylish mood boards like this farmhouse kitchen
and striking printables like What a Wonderful World
as well as giving readers’ homes virtual makeovers, like this colonial curb appeal update!
AND there’s even more goodness over at AD Aesthetic where Dawn shares all that plus her projects like this farmhouse style pallet coffee table.
Ashlea This Mama’s Dance
Transforming your home requires some striking inspiration and guidance — so look at Ashlea’s vivid bathroom + shelves
and get the farmhouse look by learning how to whitewash walls (video)
Sara Sincerely, Sara D
Sara is creating a striking home, one room at a time! See how she used fabric as wallpaper in her laundry room here
and visit Sincerely Sara D to learn why she repainted her chalk painted cabinets here.
Lauren Bless’er House
When you’re creating a home on a modest-cost, you do like Lauren and get aquainted with power tools for projects like Handmade craftsman window trim
and then you save money on the decorating by shopping smart, like these things to ALWAYS buy at thrift stores.
Mindi | My Love 2 Create
Mindi can make something out of nothing — and nearly all of her memorable projects are things that were free, like these rustic pallet letters made with secret-ingredient old blind slats!
and this crib turned dog crate.
Tasha Designer Trapped in a Lawyer’s Body
If you want the look for less, Tasha is a must-follow! See how she made her own wood bead chandelier
and how to restore leather furniture easily.
Kristin Postbox Designs
Wondering what kind of style will work for you, or how to get the right look for your home? Let Kristin help! Every month, she shares a virtual room makeover or mood board here on Bekob, like this industrial laundry room
and she puts it into practice in her own lovely home, too, like her kids homework station (that I want for MY office
Corey Sawdust2Stitches
Corey is all about making your home your own, like painting door knobs (the right way)
and turning an awkward alcove into a faux brick wall with painted vintage ad.
Elisha Pneumatic Addict
Make a big impact on a small modest-cost with some memorable tutorials from Elisha, like this tall concrete planter
and her jaw-droppingly vivid stacked cabinet kitchen makeover.
Crystal The Weathered Fox
See how Crystal turned a basic thrifted fixture into an memorable chandelier
and be sure to look at all of her farmhouse style goodness, like these Fixer Upper light fixtures.
Jen Fresh Crush
Need a spot of light? Try Jen’s IKEA method cordless wall lamps.
And then, look at her tips for painted cabinets as part of her One Room Challenge makeover!
Thalita The Learner Observer
No art skills needed with Thalita’s straightforward calligraphy art;
and see more of how it looks in her home tour (and watch for her cute family!).
Colleen Lemon Thistle
Colleen is a creative whirlwind, doing chic Handmade projects like this metal ceiling tile backsplash
while also being a very talented artist — be sure to get your hand-lettered calendars for 2017!
Morgan & Jamie construction2style
Shiplap is in, but Morgan and Jamie left it natural and vivid with this wood plank wall;
you’ll love their style and their picks for their go-to paint colors.
Betty Oh Everything Handmade
Betty has an eye for making everything striking, from hand-lettering chalkboard tips
to picking a great lineup of 10 best living room builds for beginners.
Looking for more solid projects? look at our favorites from last year:
