Remodelaholic: September Recap and Exciting October Plans

Hello Remodelaholics! October is officially here, bringing with it the beauty of fall and the excitement of Halloween! September was a whirlwind of activity, and we have even bigger plans for October that we can’t wait to share with you. For behind-the-scenes glimpses, adorable moments with my daughters, and sneak peeks at our upcoming projects, be sure to follow me on Instagram. You’ll see everything from froyo-covered faces to Halloween decorations adorning Barbie’s Dream Mansion, plus the inside scoop on what we’re working on next.

We’re also on the lookout for talented contributors! If you’re passionate about DIY and home remodeling, check out the application details and apply today!

Now, let’s take a look back at all the amazing things we accomplished in September. I had the pleasure of connecting with some fantastic individuals in the DIY blogging community.

Shannon from Sewing Barefoot asked for my DIY advice. Read my insights and discover more from other talented DIY bloggers here.
I shared some fun and easy DIY projects for summer like last-minute summer DIYs, easy seasonal decorating swaps, and tips for an organized entry over at Wayfair.
Homes.com featured me and my home in a special article highlighting my DIY philosophy.
And I was featured in the current issue of Better Homes and Gardens!

Yes, that’s me! (Huge thanks to Autumn for capturing the moment!)

We’ve also been busy launching our new website, Tipsaholic! It’s your go-to destination for helpful tips and tricks on various topics. Here are a few examples:

Ways to Add New Life to an Old Space | How to Create a Great Kids Reading Nook | Winterizing Your Summer Garden

But we’ve also been working on Remodelaholic. Here’s a review of what happened on Remodelaholic this month! Click on the links or the pictures to see the original post.

Bark Mulch Around Trees

In our ever-developing backyard, we showed you how we prepped and used mulch to control the weeds.

Fall Flowers

We planted some lovely fall color.

Seat Wall and Fire Pit

We designed and built our curved seat wall and our fire pit (which we love to roast marshmallows around!).

DIY Shutters

We built and installed DIY shutters on our new windows for under $40 per pair! Get the tutorial here.

Built-In Closet Hack

In my oldest daughter’s room, we turned some old furniture into a great built-in closet since we turned her closet into an awesome bed nook.

Fall and Halloween Mantel

In my living room, I decorated my mantel! Come see our fall and Halloween decor.

New Living Room Rug

I got a new rug in my living room, that I love! Come see more of how the room is looking now!

Caramel Nutella Popcorn + 25 More Nutella Recipes

Another great Nutella recipe: Caramel Nutella Popcorn. (Plus 25 more great Nutella recipes here!)

Pinterest Party and Home Depot Giveaway

My friends and I created an awesome Pinterest board called The One-Stop DIY Shop — the best of Pinterest, all in one place! To celebrate, we held an amazing Pinterest Party with lots of great prizes, games, and giveaways (including this Home Depot Giveaway). Thanks to everyone who partied with us and made it SO much fun! We will be doing another Pinterest Party soon (before Christmas) so keep an eye out for an announcement about that.

Get This Look and Design Tips

We added 3 new posts to our Get This Look library, sharing design tips and inspiration:

Neutral Rustic Bedroom | Living Room Built-Ins | Small But Luxurious Kitchen

We also shared ideas for kids’ room art, tips for designing kids’ spaces, inspiring outdoor window treatments, and a winter prep checklist for your home. These resources are designed to help you transform your living spaces and ensure your home is ready for the changing seasons. Whether you’re looking for creative ways to personalize your children’s rooms or practical tips for weatherizing your home, we have you covered.

Contributors and Guests

We always have wonderful contributors and guests! (If you’d like to be one of them, apply to be a contributor here or submit a project for a guest feature here.)

Ruth from What’s Cooking With Ruthie shared this delicious Banana Oatmeal Cake.

Jen from Bakerette gave us the recipe for this divine Orange Chicken.

And then our amazing guests…

Rachel from lovetodecor8 shared her beautiful small kitchen remodel (love that slate backsplash!).

Jen from De Jong Dream House shared her 3-in-1 flex roomthat is a guest suite, room for two, and play room.

This gorgeous woven back bench came to us from Korrie of Red Hen Home.

And Mimi from Blue Roof Cabin shared how she upgraded her boring builder grade cabinets by buildingthis awesome plate rack shelf. Enhancing the functionality and aesthetics of your kitchen can be achieved through simple yet impactful projects, such as adding a plate rack shelf to existing cabinets.

It was a busy month! What was your favorite part?

Remodelaholic Rewind: September 2013