How-to

DIY painting: How to clean up—without making a mess

There is almost no less sexy, less inspiring totally and complete thrill-kill than the words 'clean up', whether that's part of… Read More

March 23, 2015

How to paint a room: Step 1—Get started!

In this video we share some 'how to get started tips' we love to paint a room. Without losing your… Read More

March 16, 2015

Workshop organization: DIY materials cart

Is workshop organization kind of a part time job for you? Seems like it is for me. The fewer places… Read More

February 24, 2015

Video: How to patch textured drywall

If you can patch drywall, you can patch textured drywall. Even if it's a DIY First, our video shows you… Read More

January 26, 2015

How to build a kid’s loft bed

Building a loft bed for my daughter was one of my favorite DIY projects. And it was something she, me… Read More

January 24, 2015

Why do I like Spax multi-material construction screws?

I'm a screw geek and Spax multi-material construction screws fuel my geekery. And even though it may seem super-dweeby screws… Read More

January 20, 2015

DIY HVAC maintenance? No go. Call a pro

DIY HVAC maintenance is...yeah...NO. Look, we're all about DIY and taking on a challenge. But, we're also all for not… Read More

January 15, 2015

Clogged gutters and how to unclog them

I like unclogging clogged gutters about as much as plunging a toilet. It's dirty and messy, but just like a… Read More

December 22, 2014

5 ways to make it a DIY Holiday

This is a little DIY project that I made for our home. 'Tis the season for amazing DIY Holiday decor.… Read More

December 19, 2014

Home decor how-to: Make a holiday mantle. Fireplace not required

Want a sock-knockin' home decor how-to you can love all year? Check out MyFixitUpLife's mega mantle. One look and you'll… Read More

December 16, 2014

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