Posts by Sherry Petersik

Sherry Petersik is one half of the duo behind the award-winning home improvement and do-it-yourself design blog, Young House Love. Together, she and her husband John have renovated seven homes, published two New York Times Bestselling books, and designed products sold in Target and Home Depot. They are currently enjoying their downsized home on Florida's Gulf Coast with their two kids and their dog, Penny.

| By Sherry Petersik | September 1, 2009 | 84 Comments

DIY Salsa Making Kit

We flipped when we saw this cute salsa kit at the farmer’s market and had to take it home with us. Gotta love DIY projects that result in a delicious treat.

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| By Sherry Petersik | September 1, 2009 | 150 Comments

Painting Our Bedroom Ceiling A Soft Green Color

We did something that never occurred to us before a few weeks ago: we painted our masted bedroom ceiling! And it really made the crown molding pop while creating a soft and serene layered look that we love. Here’s how.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 28, 2009 | 72 Comments

A Budget-Friendly Kitchen Renovation With Paint

Kathy’s kitchen makeover is nothing short of amazing when you consider just how much she changed and how little she spent. Here’s how she painted things, rehung things, and switched out materials and finishes to update her kitch in a flash.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 27, 2009 | 67 Comments

Budget Blooms: Myrtle Magic

We’re back to share the free backyard blooms we clipped to celebrate August and wake up our soft and soothing living room. There’s nothing like a shot of hot pink to keep things interesting.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 27, 2009 | 27 Comments

Ripping Up Old Carpet & Painting Pink Walls

Meg and Matt made over their bedroom with some paint and some serious elbow grease. Here’s their lovely transformation…

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 26, 2009 | 67 Comments

A DIY Art Project: Pear Painting

We’re back with another nursery update and this time we made some totally free art for the walls. Here’s how anyone can use leftover supplies to make art that’s guaranteed to match their space on the cheap!

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 24, 2009 | 68 Comments

Amy’s Design Dilemma: Solved

Amy’s new living room is almost unrecognizable since she came to us for decorating help and we whipped up a custom mood board. Hooray for amazing room makeovers and for clients who send us after photos!

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 21, 2009 | 52 Comments

A City Kitchen Goes From Small To Sleek

John’s sister Katie and her husband Martin made over their cramped metropolitan kitchen in New York City. The result? Simply stunning. Here’s how it all went down.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 20, 2009 | 57 Comments

How To Clean Rusty Tools With Coke

Almost-Doctor Dan is back to offer up an awesome tool-maintenance solution that’s easy and doesn’t break the bank. If you have rusty old wrenches and crowbars you’ll definitely want to read this!

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 20, 2009 | 124 Comments

Window Shopping: Another Trip To Ikea

We swung through Ikea and documented our favorite finds. Here’s what had us swooning at every turn.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 19, 2009 | 49 Comments

A DIY Tray Makeover

When Roeshel sent over this adorable key-wrangling project, we couldn’t wait to share her brilliant creation. Everyone knows we’re crazy about organizing, right? Here’s her letter.

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| By Sherry Petersik | August 19, 2009 | 110 Comments

Framing Arrangements & Art Hanging Ideas

When it comes to displaying your favorite prints and photos, a lot of readers have questions. So here’s a quick little how-to video full of tips and tricks for hanging art around your house.

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