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 | October 22, 2008 | 34 Comments

A $200 Tween Bedroom Makeover

When it came to transforming eight year old Olivia’s room, we created a playful pink palace for working and snoozing on a serious $200 budget. Check out the steals and deals that we dug up to make such an economical makeover possible!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 21, 2008 | 32 Comments

Behind The Scenes Of Accessorizing For A Home Magazine Shoot

When DIY Magazine swept through propping and styling our home we took note. Here’s the behind the scenes scoop about our fun and fabulous photoshoot!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 20, 2008 | 38 Comments

2 Tips For Keeping Your Bed Skirt & Duvet In Place

When we learned about a few quick fixes to streamline any bedroom, we couldn’t wait to share our new discoveries with you guys. Sleep easy knowing that you’re in the loop!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 17, 2008 | 13 Comments

How To Make Faux Pumpkins Look Real

Check out the free faux pumpkin makeover that we whipped up in a flash for some seasonal Halloween decor just in the nick of time!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 16, 2008 | 29 Comments

Using Glass Jars For Cereal Storage

We couldn’t help but bring home two of these fantastically affordable glass jugs for stunning and sweet cereal storage. Happy shopping!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 16, 2008 | 79 Comments

A Kitchen Makeover With Gray Cabinets

Check out the major difference that some primer and paint can make to a set of smurfy kitchen cabinets. Kim did an amazing job transforming her bright blue kitchen on a dime and we can’t wait to share her results!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 15, 2008 | 79 Comments

An Amazing Home Transformation House Tour

Check out Christi & Barrett’s Charlotte home after a major pre-baby overhaul (which they finished just in the nick of time!).

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 14, 2008 | 7 Comments

A Bathroom Makeover With Vinyl Tile & Fresh Accessories

When Carol wrote to us about how she transformed her guest bathroom on a dime we couldn’t wait to share her simple and cost-effective ideas for a whole new guest bath.

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 14, 2008 | 106 Comments

How To Dye Your Wedding Dress

Check out how I took my wedding gown to a party-friendly cocktail dress in six easy steps. Here’s a project that’s to dye for!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 14, 2008 | 75 Comments

Rug Rules To Help You Pick The Right Rug

Anyone looking to cozy up their floor might wanna read our little primer in picking the perfect rug. Check out our rug rules and use ’em to cozy up your space!

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 10, 2008 | 13 Comments

He Shoots. He Scores?

DIY magazine is here to shoot our house, and we’re over the moon. Here’s a little teaser shot of our kitchen overflowing with props…

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| By Sherry Petersik | October 8, 2008 | 20 Comments

A Bedroom Makeover With Curtained Closets Flanking The Bed

When we saw Katie’s serene and soothing sleeping space we couldn’t wait to share her before and after photos (and her inspiration!) with you guys. See how fabric + your bedroom = heaven.

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