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Giraffe-lover who enjoys working on her home and working with her pops, @dannylipford.

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How To Make Cute Lighted Leaning Mirror

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

DIY Lighted Mirror How-To Video If you love how you look in a department store dressing room like I do, this rustic leaning mirror with ample lighting gives you the same look at home! Here’s what I used to build it: (3) 2’x3′ studs miter saw medium-grit sandpaper Titebond multi-surface glue* finish nailer*/2.5″ nails paint (2) LED channels with diffusers* drill/driver* with drill bits (3/32 and 7/16) 12″x48″ mirror 6′ of LED light strips* A few notes on the things I purchased for this project...
How to Make Your Own Picnic Table for Kids

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

Build an Outdoor Table for Toddlers and PreschoolersBuilding a picnic table sized for kids is easy and quick! Plus it’s so adorable! I’d say this would be a great project for a beginner DIY-er since minimal power tools are needed.
Updating & Decorating with Pegboard

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

How To Video for Updating Old Pegboard and Creating Custom Bins for HangingIf you have old pegboard laying around, or if you’re buying some new, here are some tips to make it look more modern and fun!PaintingPainting always seems to be involved in any of my upcycle projects! But it’s such a quick and cheap way to transform something, I just can’t help myself sometimes! This particular piece had been in use for many years.
IKEA Desk Update and Alexa Lamp

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

Watch the video above for an easy and pretty way to update an IKEA desk for more functionHere I go again with a particleboard furniture update…but I just love the transformation!!This corner of Kelsey’s home office was fairly drab and dark despite the abundance of natural light coming through the windows. But more than adding a very cool lamp and a good coat of paint, we created a larger work surface and made the whole thing look beefier and more substantial.?
Changing a Light Fixture into a Plug-In

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

How To Change a Light Fixture into a Plug-In LampIf you’re wondering how you can hang a wall sconce light fixture without running wiring in the wall, then you’ve come to the right place! This process will also work if you have a ceiling-mounted fixture but no light switch!This all came about when I found this beauty at our local ReStore.
DIY Acrylic Coffee Table

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

How To Build a Coffee Table with Acrylic and WoodTips on cutting and drilling through acrylic panels to create an airy coffee table topped off with stained wood!You really don’t need that much to build a table like this, assuming you have a drill, drill bits and sandpaper already.
Hanging Lights Around A Deck

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

Watch the video above for all of the details on howto hang string lights around an open deckI love the deck in our backyard. It’s right off our sunroom and kitchen where we spend most of our time at home. But it really lacked inspiring lighting. Now, I’m a big fan of the cafe-style lights and wanted some for our deck. But since it’s an open deck (and not covered), there wasn’t a place to hang any string lights.
DIY Fall Metal Door Hanger

2 months ago | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

How to Make a Wreath Out of Metal FlashingI’ve seen people on my personal Facebook with wreaths or door hangers in cute shapes made out of metal. But when I went to search what to use, all I found were $45-50 already-made ones on Etsy. While, there’s nothing wrong with that, I obviously wanted to make my own!! So I found a solution and now I’m sharing with all of you, in case you want to make a metal wreath for the fall or any occasion! The options are endless when you make it yourself!?
How To Choose a Solar Installer

2 months ago | todayshomeowner.com | Danny Lipford |Chelsea Lipford Wolf |Joe Truini |Jodi Marks

Skip to content Installation Companies Learn what to look for when comparing solar companies, pricing, reviews and more to find the right installer for your home. Installing solar panels on your home can be a big investment that will impact your house and finances for decades to come. With so many new solar companies entering the market, it can be tricky to know how to select the best solar company for your needs.
How to Add a Brick Backsplash

Feb 2, 2025 | checkinginwithchelsea.com | Chelsea Lipford Wolf

Install a Brick Backsplash in One Day Watch the video above to see everything you need to know to add split brick tiles to the backsplash in your kitchen to warm up grey cabinets! pre-split bricks* Titebond TiteGrab* construction adhesive caulk gun 1/4 inch tile spacers* angle grinder* or other tile-cutting saw diamond blade* grey grout* grout float* grout sponge* 2-foot level grout and tile sealer* You’ll also need a few other things like a tape measure, pencil, dust mask, and safety...