Guest houses are also known as guest cottages, guest sheds, mother-in-law houses, and granny flats. From modern and prefab to classic cottage and Victorian, small houses built behind a main home need to pass local building codes and guidelines and should be built by a contractor. Often, these small structures are smaller versions or a nod to the larger home’s architectural design. Get creative: A guest cottage can be made from a kit, vintage trailer, shed, or even a shipping container....

There are all different styles of DIY mosaic art projects here and you’re sure to find at least a few that would look great in your home. Most of these projects are for beginners but a few require that you have some basic skills. Just take a look at the directions and decide which one you want to tackle first. Mosaic Vase from Between Carpools Easy Mosaic House Numbers from Ideas for the Home by Kenarry Flowery Forest Mosaic Art from Mod Podge Rocks Broken China Mosaic Flower Pots from Ideas for the Home by Kenarry Painted Penny Tile Mosaic Tray from At Charlotte’s House Broken Dishes Table Top from At Home with Ashley Wooden Mosaic Wall Art from A Beautiful Mess Mason Jar Mosaic Backsplash from Reality Daydream...

Included are patio furniture plans to help you build seating like sofas and benches, tables from big to small, and fun additions like a bar and porch swing to make your patio or outdoor space one you’ll love for years. Here are 10 projects to get you started on your summertime sanctuary. Outdoor Furniture from Homemade by Carmona Outdoor Side Table from Girl, Just DIY! Reclaimed Wood Patio Farm Table from Funky Junk Interiors Easy Pallet Sofa from Amber Tysl Mid-Century Slatted Bench from A Beautiful Mess Outdoor Bar from The MerryThought Outdoor Modular Bench With Storage from Neli Design Outdoor Coffee Table With Planter from RemodellaCasa Porch Swing from Simply Designing Patio Umbrella Stand from Delia Creates Outdoor Coffee Table from Saws on Skates Outdoor Crate Coffee Table with Wheels from Feeling Nifty Pallet Wood Sofa from Funky Junk Interiors $15 Outdoor Coffee Table from Anika’s DIY Life Corner Bench with Built-In Table from Remodelaholic Cedar Bench with Planters from My Daily Randomness by Brittany Stager Modern Outdoor Chairs from Cherished Bliss Outdoor Side Table with Cooler from Saws on Skates Farmhouse Style Wood Spool Table from Must Have Mom Outdoor Chairs from DIY Danielle Outdoor Side Table with Storage from Feeling Nifty $20 DIY Outdoor Dining Table from Anika’s DIY Life Upcycled Beverage Station from Our Southern Home

These DIY bathroom storage ideas are great for any sized bathroom, but can especially be helpful for small bathrooms where you really have to make storage stretch. You’ll find out the best ways to store your towels, toilet paper, makeup, cleaning supplies, and much more. Wood and Leather Towel Shelf from The Merrythought Leather and Cooper Cup Organizer from A Beautiful Mess Bathroom Shelves from The Merrythought Recessed Bathroom Storage from Homemade by Carmona Medicine Cabinet Makeover from A Piece of Rainbow Hanging Baskets from A Beautiful Mess Anthropologie Inspired Storage Cabinet from The Navage Patch Old Window Bathroom Cabinet from Remodelaholic Under Eaves Bathroom Storage from RemodelaCasa Frosted Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer from Girl, Just DIY!...

Are you a renter? There are plenty of removable kitchen backsplash options, too—there’s no need to miss out on the fun!

Gifts and Symbols for the 28th Wedding Anniversary There are various items traditionally associated with the 28th anniversary. Though you don’t have to adhere to the traditions, it can be a helpful place to start as you make plans for how to celebrate and honor 28 years together. Traditional gift: There is no traditional gift for the 28th anniversary. Contemporary/modern gift: Orchids. Gemstone: Although there is no official gemstone for the 28th anniversary, amethyst, phosphosiderite, and orchid tourmaline all have orchid coloring....

This year, in an effort to get ahead of things, we turned to organizing expert Holly Blakey of Breathing Room Organization + Styling. With Blakey’s help, we learned what we can do now to help our refresh efforts later—and what items people hang onto when they shouldn’t, even with the best of intentions. Before You Begin If you’re struggling to toss something, it helps to ask yourself why. There are usually three reasons people struggle to declutter, according to Blakey: emotional attachment, money, and guilt....

At this point in your marriage, any patterns or habits that were set in the early stages of your relationship have been solidified, for better or worse. It’s also at this time that strong couples begin to appreciate the security their relationship provides. They know a lot about each other, and both partners can be at ease with one another. Use this knowledge to help you pick a 3rd-anniversary gift that will improve your partner’s life and the status of your relationship....

In order to join two sheets of drywall, you must first tape over the seam before applying joint compound. In a perfect world, you could embed joint compound (also known as mud) alone into the seam. Unfortunately, the two sheets will eventually loosen and move just enough to develop hairline cracks in the joints. Slowly the joints will start to crumble. Drywall tape reinforces joints and lets the mud do its work....

Some may spark new yearly traditions and others will offer toys and activities to complete throughout the year as you wait for next Easter. These ideas are guaranteed to impress at your Easter party between adults and kids alike. If you’re looking for some new ways to fill those baskets this year, here are some creative Easter basket ideas.

Unlock your existing brickwork’s stylish potential (or even give it a makeover) with these inspiring ideas that fit any design style.

Here are five herbs that will do quite well in part-shade conditions. There are many different forms of parsley available, each with a slightly different taste. Parsley is a biennial plant that will self-seed in the garden if plants are allowed to flower and set seed. Fresh or dried, parsley has almost unlimited use in cooking. Lemon balm has a long history as an herbal medicine with its mild sedative properties....

“The kitchen is the heart of the home,” lifestyle expert Leslie Lehr tells The Spruce. “It is where the family spends the most time together and memories are shared," And with that, you should take any changes seriously, since you spend serious time in your kitchen. While you should always go with your gut, designing your kitchen to reflect your style and lifestyle, it can be reassuring to get a second opinion, especially if you’re debating a bold backsplash or calming neutrals....

First, What Is All the Fuss About? I’ll admit, when I first saw the plant online, I wasn’t sure what all the fuss was about. I mean, it looked cool, but it’s a Scindapsus, a pretty vining plant with glittery, silvery variegation on its leaves. They are easy to grow and not particularly rare. I have a Scindapsus pictus ‘Silvery Ann’ I picked up at Home Depot last fall. It’s pretty and easy to grow—my favorite kind of plant!...

Luckily, there are lots of ways to keep your stove looking shiny and new. While there’s no guarantee that these tips will protect your cooktop, they do help considerably. Keep in mind that cleaning the cooktop regularly will also help to preserve the smooth, clean look you fell in love with when you bought your range or cooktop. The sooner you tackle a mess on your stovetop, the easier it will be to remove, and the less likely it is to cause permanent damage....

While there are plenty of ways to go about adding your unique perspective to your home, one we’re loving lately is the use of collections as decor. From cowboy hats to plates, we’ve spotted endless inspiration for decorating with a cluster of collectibles. With the primary goal of figuring out how to do this stylishly, we turned to the experts to ask for their advice. Whatever your collection, if it’s a part of your personality, it’s the perfect addition to your home....

Symbols of the Fifth Wedding Anniversary Each anniversary carries its symbols which can suggest many types of gifts. Here are symbols associated with the fifth wedding anniversary: Traditional Symbol: Wood symbolizes the strength of your marriage bond. Wood is durable and long-lasting, indicating a solidified relationship. Contemporary/Modern Symbol: Silverware is the modern symbol for this year. It is a reminder of the connection the two of you formed as you shared meals with each other and your children....

The best way to keep the visit from becoming tiring after the excitement of the first day has passed is to build activities into your plan for entertaining houseguests. Activities can get everyone who needs a bit of diversion out of the house and leaves behind those who perhaps need a little quiet time to recharge. Take a look at a list of 50 activities you can do with your houseguests, most are organized by season....