Have you ever played Mad Gab? We love it! I couldn't find Halloween Mad Gab anywhere so I made my own. We played it at Madison's 5th grade class Halloween party and it was a big hit! I played it ... Read More about Halloween Mad Gab – Halloween Party Ideas
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Concrete Backsplash or Vertical Wall Treatment
Applying concrete to my kitchen walls to create a unique backsplash is one of the most rewarding projects I've tackled in the Lodge so far. The process doesn't require a lot of physical exertion and ... Read More about Concrete Backsplash or Vertical Wall Treatment
Building and Installing a Giant Faux Beam on the Ceiling
When I white washed the ceilings, I had to decide how to cover the ridge where the rows of planks from each side of the room ended. I didn't even attempt to make them match them up perfectly and miter ... Read More about Building and Installing a Giant Faux Beam on the Ceiling
White Wash Pine Wood Ceiling
I really wanted to get that Scandinavian Knotty Pine look for the ceilings in the Lodge. I didn't want to paint them white and I equally didn't want banana yellow wood ceilings. After doing hours of ... Read More about White Wash Pine Wood Ceiling
Lodge and Life Update
Hi friends! I can NOT believe I haven't written an update since last July. I have been working but nothing has happened quickly. It didn't seem like I had much to share in August or September...and it ... Read More about Lodge and Life Update
How to Choose Which Track Saw to Buy in 2021
Recently, Madison and I were cutting out the lumber for our super awesome built-in bookcase, and I taught Madison how to use my Festool track saw. I bought my track saw a little while ago and have ... Read More about How to Choose Which Track Saw to Buy in 2021