Matt and I have been lucky enough to know a few people with old barns and old barns often have old wood! Since they know we are lovers of most all old things they offer us their old barn wood. I have yet to ever turn anyone down who is offering something so awesome! I […]
Patriotic Monogram
I don’t know about you but I love the 4th of July, our family always gets together, puts off fireworks, and has a big cook-out. I have fond memories of this time of year. I always try to create something fun and new to celebrate the 4th, last year I made a fun 4th of […]
Updating Your Outdoor Living Space on a Budget!
Last year, Jacque and I shared how we created an outdoor living space worth relaxing in. We spent A LOT of time out there over the last year and have come to the conclusion that it’s time for a refresh! This year, we thought it would be fun to revisit the same space and show […]
10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas
This year, Father’s Day is a bit different, seeing as it is my first one as a dad! I’m really looking forward to spending the day with Jacque and Josslyn just counting my blessings! Of course, Jacque wouldn’t let me leave it at that, she asked for a list of Father’s Day Gift Ideas! So […]
Duluth Trading Company Follow Up!
Last month, Thanks to Duluth Trading Company I received some much needed motivation in the form of a “Kick in the Pants” I chose to tackle some of the maintenance type projects in my backyard that I’d managed to ignore for quite a while. Once the weather was agreeable and I had a day off, I […]
Chilling Out With The Arctic Cove 18V Bucket Top Mister
Working for a fire department, you’d think that I’d be used to the heat…Well, I’ll just tell you there’s not much worse than having vehicle extrication training in full turnout gear in the midst of a hot Tennessee summer day! Truth be told, sometimes it’s a struggle to battle dehydration. This year I came bearing […]
The Good HouseKeeping Seal and What It Represents
Earlier this month, Jacque, Josslyn, and I were wisked away on a two day whirlwind trip to New York City. But this wasn’t your average, ordinary family trip to NYC. The DIY Village family, along with 3 other amazing bloggers were recruited by Olympic Paint along with Good Housekeeping to travel to NYC and tour […]
All Things Creative – Summer Edition
All Things Creative – Summer Edition During the summer months most of us are busy. Does the term “Running around like a chicken with their head cut off.” sound familiar? I know for me it does! I don’t mind the craziness of the summer, it’s always welcome in my life! This summer will be full […]