new in diy . . .
3 types of lighting that will transform your space with bulbrite
Everyone tells you paint is the easiest way to transform a room and set the mood for a space, but that’s just not true — it’s actually lighting. Today I’m going to fill you in on the 3 types of lighting that can transform your space and some tips for DIY design strategies when it […]
make a tic-tac-toe to go game [home depot kids workshop series]
I’m teaming up with The Home Depot to bring you monthly kids DIY workshops you can do at home! We’re bringing you a project each month from now until January, and couldn’t be more excited to kick it off with a roadtrip-friendly DIY tic-tac-toe game. Check out the how-to video below and don’t forget to […]
#038: breaking down the elements of a pin-worthy space + how to use pinterest to design your house
In this episode, Cara breaks down the elements of a pin-worthy space and gives practical strategies for how to translate those gorgeous inspo photos into your actual house. She covers how to discover what you love about the inspo photos and some ways you can use that to inform your design decisions. You can download […]
how to make your curtains look expensive
If you want expensive looking curtains for cheap here are all the tricks and hacks you need. Before you even read another sentence, here’s one thing that will CHANGE THE GAME — my free curtain calculator. Hop over and pin it, because it will make picking and hanging curtains wildly easy. Check out the how-to […]
electrical wiring basics
I’m breaking down some basics for electrical wiring. Wiring isn’t hard, but doing it the correct way is SO IMPORTANT — faulty wiring is no joke. View this post on Instagram A post shared by CARA NEWHART🥂 Home + DIY (@neverskipbrunch) on Jul 23, 2020 at 3:51pm PDT wiring essentials: JavaScript is currently disabled in […]
how I got started with power tools + how you can learn too!
I’m breaking down how you can learn to use power tools to build show-stopping DIY projects (even solo! 👊) Check out the how-to video below and don’t forget to pin this post for later. I share how I became a DIY-er and how to use power tools for DIY projects as a beginner. I also […]
large wall art diy: make this shower curtain canvas art for cheap [under $20]
In this #OneHourDIY project, we’re transforming a shower curtain into a piece of giant (over 5ft x 5ft!) wall art for UNDER $20 — what?! Check out the how-to video below and don’t forget to pin this post for later. The video will walk you through the easy step by step process for creating this […]
#037: woodworking for newbies: getting started, project planning + small space tips with sam of diy huntress
In this episode, Cara sits down with Sam of DIY Huntress to chat all things woodworking. Sam shares how she got started woodworking to create custom pieces to fit her small apartment. She shares some tips for the beginner woodworker including tool essentials and strategies for planning out a project. We also chat small spaces […]
#036: easy interior design diys to do while you’re stuck at home [26+ project ideas]
In this episode, Cara sits down solo behind the mic to give you 9 different categories of interior decor DIYs to get your creative juices flowing and give you some ideas for refreshing your space while we’re at home. This is not just 9 project ideas — there are literally hundreds of projects you could […]
quote mark diy bookends + how to make an easy peel template for cutting wood
I created these bookends as part of the #buildathome challenge to add interest to my living room built ins and help support some of my favorite reads Check out the how-to video below and don’t forget to pin this post for later. Stacking up plywood is an easy way to build a blocked shape, plus […]
