OurFixitUpLife

In OurFixitUpLife, Mark and Theresa are sharing the DIY projects they are working on at home, for clients, and for TV shows and magazines.

Turning kids’ finger painting into jewelry sounds like it could be challenging. How can you create something you could proudly wear beyond school pick-up or…

3-year-old Jack share his secrets found inside his spice drawer that he recommends for creating the perfect meal for everyone in your home, even the…

Rubik’s Cube is a fun way to get frustrated, and extremely rarely it’s a way to feel exceptionally brilliant when all the colors line up…

Jack’s blog: Stop to think before you make your next move

I’m all about moving fast. I don’t just walk to pick up my trucks. I run. I don’t just stand to wait for something to…

Mark & Theresa Show How to Build a Dream Outdoor Wood Playset!

Mark & Theresa designed and built the custom wood playset for their two kids and fortunately for us they are sharing the plans and materials…

Jack’s blog: Building with my dad … starting out simple

I like building stuff. Especially when I get to share my know-how with my dad Mark. I always see him walking around with tools, but…

Video: The right roof for a 120-year-old Georgian home

Mark and Theresa make a roof replacement happen on a 120-year-old Georgian-style home, with smart historic charm and on-budget peace of mind for young homeowners…

It’s a fortune cookie that works well as a Valentine’s Day note, but it can be used for place settings at dinner parties or gifty bags.

Mobile :) <3 Day card with nail art? Oh, yes.

What’s better than a mobile phone for a pre-teener? Well, probably nothing. While I can’t beat the ‘need’ for a smart phone, it did provide…

Be jeweled with candy and ribbons on Valentine’s Day

Our 10-year-old has ‘optional’ card exchange at school, but she loves to participate in absolutely everything that comes her way. And I agree that it’s…

Valentine’s card: The lollipop blooms and zooms

Valentine’s cards are an annual event for every family. It can give you joy, if you love to make little crafts like I do. Or…

Kids Stuff: Simple wooden garages inspire huge imagination

Sometimes it’s the simplest toys that are loved the most. And with our passion for building, and our love of design, it’s easy for us…