Welcome to my new site, DIY in PDX! Since I started blogging in 2009, the blog world has changed enormously. What was once just a hobby has become a viable profession. Throughout those years of evolution, DIY projects and tutorials have been a huge part of my content (see my DIY archives for evidence). For […]
Back Stairs After
Red Pepper, Portobello, and Artichoke Heart Pizza
Skip the complicated, fancy recipes and make heart pizza for Valentine’s Day.
DIY Beeswax Taper Candles
These easy DIY beeswax taper candles would make a lovely holiday or hostess gift.
Back Stairs Progress
For the past few weeks I’ve been working really hard on my last big house project for a while: Renovating my back stairs. I’m not quite done, but I thought I’d share some of my progress so far. It’s come a long way from its wood-paneled beginnings. In case you don’t feel like clicking, the gross, dark before: […]
Links I Like
Recently I mentioned that I’m redesigning my blog, and will be re-launching it soon. As part of that shift, I’ll be changing the way I share links. This is the 200th Links I Like, which seems like a good milestone to retire it on. Farewell to this column, and thanks so much for reading it! Until […]
Rosemary-Infused Vodka Martini Recipe
Happy Friday! I don’t know about you, but I need a drink. I just finished grouting the floor I tiled this week (it was grueling!), and I have a ton of projects I want to get done in the next several days. So the stiffer the drink, the better. Have you ever had a real […]
Marble and Copper Candleholders
Add a touch of copper to your decor with these easy DIY marble and copper candleholders.
Links I Like
This weekend I’m going to try to get a lot of random stuff done, like tiling the landing of my back stairs, buying a folding table, and cleaning up my basement. I wish I could fit in some of these projects, but I’ll be pretty busy. Don’t get jealous of my very glamorous life, ha! […]