Hello! I’m so glad you’re here!
I’m so happy you were able to find our website among the bazillion other DIY and home decor blogs out there.
We’ve found that so many women are stuck in the endless wheel of Pinterest, searching for budget-friendly inspiration for their homes, but not quite sure how to make it a reality.
That’s why we created Making Joy and Pretty Things, where we help you turn those pins into reality! Let’s find JOY in your home again.
We share simple, step-by-step DIY home projects, budget-friendly decor ideas, and interior design inspiration to help you create a home you love—without the overwhelm.
What you’ll find here
- DIY & Crafts (making pretty things): We have tons of easy DIY and craft ideas that you can actually finish. From wreaths to shiplap walls and even some beginner-friendly woodworking projects, we have something you can make today to bring more joy into your home.
- Interior Design (making pretty spaces): You’ll find simple interior design ideas, paint color inspiration, and practical styling tips to help you create a home you love. Whether you’re refreshing one room or starting from scratch, we’ll help you make confident design decisions on a budget.
- Seasonal (making joy in the seasons): One of the easiest ways to bring fresh life into your home is with seasonal decor. From Christmas to summertime, we share simple decorating ideas and DIYs to help you celebrate each season and enjoy your home all year long.
Who this is for
This space is for you if you love the idea of a beautiful home, but don’t want it to feel complicated, expensive, or out of reach.
Maybe you have a list of saved ideas you keep meaning to try.
Maybe you walk through your home and think, “I want this to feel better, but I don’t even know where to start.”
Or maybe you just want simple, creative projects that make your space feel more like you.
If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.
Why we do this
We started Making Joy and Pretty Things because we know how overwhelming it can feel to want a beautiful home, but not know how to actually create one.
There’s so much inspiration out there, but not always enough guidance to help you actually do it in real life.
We believe your home should feel lived in, loved, and personal—not perfect.
And we believe small, simple projects can completely change how your home feels… and how you feel in it.
So everything we share is here to help you take those saved ideas and finally bring them to life—one doable project at a time.
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If you’re ready to start, here are some of our most-loved projects to get you going.
Learn how we made our own shiplap wall for $30!
Creating a custom shiplap wall doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. Learn how to make your own faux shiplap wall on a budget!
Check out our VIRAL hack for shiplap using our quick and easy 6-step tutorial to learn how to make your own shiplap wall using affordable materials you can find at the hardware store.
