Ashley Poskin

Ashley traded the quiet life of a small town in a big house for the hustle and bustle of the Windy City. On any given day you might find her working on a freelance photo or blogging gig, wrangling her little darling, or walking Chuck the boxer.
My $3 Secret Potion for Getting Faded Dark Jeans Back to Black in 30 Minutes
Even if your jeans don’t look all that faded, a black dye bath helps fill in worn areas around the seams and pockets, making them look new again in just 30 minutes.
Sep 26, 2024
How to Clean Silver with Aluminum Foil and Baking Soda
Easily clean your silver with this no-fail hack.
Sep 24, 2024
I Tested the "Game Changer" Paint Hack You’re Seeing Everywhere — Here's My Take
This hack doesn’t work for everything.
Sep 20, 2024
The Magic Ingredient to Easy Rust Removal Is Hiding in Your Pantry
You don't need anything fancy to get the job done.
Sep 18, 2024
I Gave This Smelly Facebook Marketplace Chair a Colorful Makeover for About $15
While it’s extremely beautiful as-is, it didn’t match the lavender theme I had going on with my other chairs, and it smelled really bad.
Sep 16, 2024
127 Creative Ways to Fill Up Your Advent Calendar
Not sure how to fill up your Advent calendars this year? Don't worry, we've got you covered.
Sep 12, 2024
See How I Transformed a $3 Thrifted Lamp into a Stunning Designer-Looking Piece
I’ve always loved artist Peter Bliss’ vintage floral lamps, and I sought to make my own DIY version.
Sep 1, 2024
I Tried 3 Fabric Paints on Secondhand Upholstery and Had a Clear Favorite
I also had a clear least favorite!
Aug 11, 2024
The Right Way to Paint IKEA Furniture
HOME PROJECTS
Make all your IKEA hacks and upgrades really count by painting them the right way.
Jul 12, 2024
How to Fix Broken Zippers
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
These are common problems with surprisingly simple solutions.
Jul 12, 2024
The $2 IKEA Staple I Stock Up on Every Time I'm in Store
It’s a DIYer’s dream!
Jun 19, 2024
Why You’ll Want to Pour Dish Soap in Your Toilet Bowl
Cleaning
You might be able to avoid a call to the plumber if you have access to dish soap and very, very hot water.
Jun 14, 2024
This 3-Step, 2-Ingredient Technique Will Eliminate Any Musty Laundry Odors
You might think a simple wash cycle would lift that all-too-familiar musty smell, but you’d be very, very wrong.
May 14, 2024
I Got Rid of the Ants in My House Using Just Two Ingredients
Cleaning
No need to use harsh ingredients to eliminate these kitchen pests.
May 9, 2024
We Gave a DIYer $25 to Shop at Goodwill — Here's What She Got for Her Home
Projects & Improvements
So many project ideas!
Apr 20, 2024
I Used Cheap Napkins to Give a $12 Target Lamp a Cottagecore Makeover
PROJECTS & IMPROVEMENTS
I took the lamp from “forgettable farmhouse” to “custom cottage.”
Apr 12, 2024
The Right Way to Paint Furniture (So Your Paint Job Actually Lasts)
Projects & Improvements
Do it right the first time and you won’t have to do it again — until you have a new favorite color, that is.
Mar 31, 2024
The Secret to Getting a Pro-Level Result on Your Next DIY Paint Job
Projects & Improvements
Make your DIY a real “wow.”
Mar 30, 2024
This Wallpaper Project Is Easier Than Peel-and-Stick
Projects & Improvements
You don’t need many tools, but you will definitely need a second set of hands.
Mar 28, 2024
This Is the Easiest, No-Paint Way to Refresh Your Dining Furniture
Projects & Improvements
It’s practically no-mess.
Mar 28, 2024
How to Clean a Brick Fireplace with All-Natural Cleaners
Though it might be tempting to use a commercial cleanser, think about trying one of these natural fireplace-cleaning options first.
Feb 6, 2024
Sewing by Hand Is the "Adulting" Skill Everyone Should Have
Learn these six common stitches and you can apply them to a myriad of projects.
Jan 31, 2024
Don't Buy More Gift Bags! Here's How to Wrap Oddly Shaped Presents
These easy wrapping techniques look like works of art.
Dec 20, 2023
The Fastest Way to Make Gifts Look Like They Were Wrapped by a Pro
Step up your gift wrap game.
Dec 20, 2023
How to Wash a Down Comforter
You just need few materials, including a mild detergent, a few hours spent at the laundromat, and lots of patience.
Dec 18, 2023
8 Ways to Add Moisture to the Air Without a Humidifier
Don't dry out this winter.
Dec 16, 2023
How to Use a Tape Measure the Right Way
We definitely just learned a few new things.
Nov 15, 2023
These Are the ONLY Steps You'll Need to Fold a Fitted Sheet
You’ll never have to struggle with this frustrating task again!
Oct 26, 2023
You Can Clean Your Computer Screen With Just Two Household Ingredients
Staring at a dirty computer screen while you're trying to work can be very distracting.
Sep 19, 2023
I Put TikTok’s Plant Lamp Hack to the Test — Here’s How It Went
HOME PROJECTS
This DIY is brilliant in its simplicity, so I wanted to try it for myself. Here’s what I discovered.
Jul 20, 2023
This 2-Step DIY Can Turn Any Outdoor Space into an Enchanted Garden
Home Projects
Each piece costs as little as $1 to pull together.
Jun 16, 2023
I Tried a Hack That Lets You Hang Sconces Absolutely Anywhere, No Wires Needed
The results look surprisingly convincing.
Jun 14, 2023
B&A: A DIY Faux Fireplace Made My Living Room Feel Bigger and Cozier
Home Projects
The new “fireplace” gives me back almost a foot of floor space.
Jun 13, 2023
B&A: I Transformed My Bland Rental Bathroom with a Low-Cost DIY Hack
Home Projects
I spent less than $100 on this redo.
Jun 4, 2023
I Turned $15 Tile from Home Depot into Chic Coasters with a 2-Step DIY
Home Projects
This is the easiest DIY I’ve ever done, and it was totally worth it.
Jun 1, 2023
How To Clean A Toilet with Denture Tablets
Keeps dentures bright and clean? Check. Lifts stains from your toilet bowl? Check! Drop a tablet in your toilet and let the effervescent powers of denture cleanser do the hard work. There are only three things needed and here’s how to do it. Denture cleansing tablets Toilet brush Gloves Drop one cleansing tablet into the toilet bowl and let sit for 20-30 minutes, the water will turn blue as it starts to effervesce. Use your toilet brush to work off any rings or stains in the bowl.
May 29, 2023