If you are looking for a sturdy and modern nightstand for your bedroom, here is something you can build. I had a client request this particular design at a certain height since she couldn’t find one in the size she was looking for. So, I built a pair for her. These nightstands feature a sleek […]
When I started participating in markets and art events for my business, I looked for various display options and booth setup ideas. However, the type of display you need greatly depends on the type of product you sell/display. I make and sell wood art and decor, so I specifically needed something sturdy enough to hang […]
We are dealing with humidity and radon issues in our basement. Even though we have a dehumidifier, we wanted to install an exhaust fan to vent the air in the basement, hoping that it will also reduce radon. This blog is not about providing a definitive solution to deal with humidity and radon but rather […]
I have been itching to replace the old, rusted light fixture on the front porch with a new, modern one. I believe many of you might be in the same boat if you own an old property or home. So, here is a quick tutorial on how to update or replace an outdoor light fixture! […]
We went on an off-roading trip from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Nevada along the historic Pony Express Trail, covering over 1700 miles in 5 days! We’ll showcase breathtaking views, share insights into the Pony Express Trail’s history, and capture exciting moments. 🚗🗺️ History of Pony Express Trail: The Pony Express trail is a vital part […]
Are you a nature enthusiast looking to attract more wildlife to your backyard? Here is a budget-friendly DIY squirrel feeder made from just one fence board and a clear acrylic sheet! Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or just starting out, this project is perfect for you. Not only is it beginner-friendly, but it also costs […]
Having immersed ourselves in the wonders of Newfoundland, the time had come for the next chapter in our journey – a thrilling drive through the Trans-Labrador Highway’s remote terrains. This leg, with distances up to 250 miles between towns or gas stations, promised breathtaking landscapes. In a previous video/blog, we guided fellow travelers on the […]
Newfoundland is a serene island waiting to be discovered in the northwest end of Canada. Despite being roughly the size of the US state of New York, it boasts less than 3% of New York’s population, providing a vast, open landscape with a remarkable geological history formed over millions of years. How to get there […]
Nissan Pathfinder DIY SUV Camper Conversion: Innovative Bed Platform Build. We converted our Nissan Pathfinder into an offroad-ready camper! So that we can experience hassle-free camping with our unique bed platform that seamlessly blends into the car’s interiors. No modifications to the vehicle, easy installation, and access to the spacious cargo storage cubby. We absolutely […]
In late May 2023, We went on our Roundtrip to explore New Foundland and Labrador in eastern part of Canada. During this trip, we had the chance to venture into a hidden gem of untouched natural beauty. Nestled along the rugged coastline, is Musgrave Harbour, Cape cove and Cape Freels. This picturesque destination offers a […]
Are you looking to add a touch of nature and greenery to your front porch? Or perhaps you’re searching for a new DIY project to tackle? Look no further than a custom-built planter box! This planter box is perfect for beginner DIYers and is designed to accommodate a rectangular window planter box that you can […]
Transforming a living room into a modern, comfortable and stylish space can be a challenging but rewarding task. In this blog post, I will share with you my experience of how I transformed our living room into a cozy and modern space. From the inspiration behind my design choices to the challenges I faced and […]
As You guys know, we lovvve taking road trips!.🛣️ We have done so many cross country trips in US and touched Arctic ocean twice via road. Infact, our ultimate goal is to travel all around the world through road. Hoping that would happen soon.🤞🗺️ During such trips, its very important for us to travel with […]
🎄 2022 holiday season is on the horizon and I am making a bunch of easy DIYs that will make a wonderful gift idea 🎁. And, this DIY wood Napkin holder is one of them. Napkin holder is an useful item to gift someone. Most of us have napkins tucked somewhere in the room to […]
A cute and minimalistic wood vase to compliment any decor style. This DIY Test tube vase is so simple and easy to make with minimum tools. I made this DIY as a part of my 2022’s gift idea list to help you make handmade gifts for the holiday season. MATERIALS & TOOLS USED: DISCLOSURE: We […]
Wood Earrings are definitely an unique DIY handmade item to gift someone. 🎄🎁 The best part is, you can make several pairs with only a small piece of scrap wood. What makes this a unique gift?🎁 Jewelry gifts don’t have to be precious gems and metals. Wood grains differ from wood to wood and differs […]
The other day we were watching this French TV series called Astrid & Raphaelle. In one of the scenes, they were playing this tangram puzzle. Immediately I wanted to get one, but I couldn’t find anything online to my liking for 2 players. So, I made one myself! This is a tutorial on how to build […]
This is a super easy one tool DIY project – a DIY Tealight candle holder! I made a set of 2 -Tealight candle holders only from scrap wood. In this article, I show you the step by step process and the right way to finish these candle holders. Tools you need All you need is […]
How to Make a Wooden Serving tray as a perfect decor for your home and to of course Impress your guests!! It’s so easy and simple to make over a weekend and I am going to show you how. You can build this for yourself or make it as a wonderful gift your friends & […]
Who doesn’t like to have a custom closet? In this article, I share with you how I converted a small entryway closet into a storage for shoes and coats with maximum space utilization. DIY Custom coat and shoe closet with cost details and material list at the end of this article. BEFORE We have a […]
I love building accent walls and in fact that is one of my favorite service I provide for my clients. This accent wall happens to be for my Home studio and so I was super excited to complete it. I knew that I wanted a black background for my Youtube vidoes and decided to create […]
There is nothing easier than this lovely DIY Basket side table. You know what, it even doubles as a storage for extra throws. how cool is that?!! Where did I get the Idea from? Have you seen those basket side tables called KVITSBRO from Ikea?. I like the concept of storage + side table, but […]
If you are into Boho style of decor, then this is your project. It is super easy to make this Pampas sun Boho Decor. You can mount it on the wall or add to a wall shelf. What is Pampas grass? Pampas grass is a type of grass that is native to southern South America. […]
Recently, I took up a challenge to makeover our guest bathroom within a budget of $500. Guest Bathroom is one of those space that gets least attention and mostly neglect. Since its not a frequently used space, its only logical to not spend too much for a renovation. But still it doesn’t mean you cannot […]
Lets make a super easy Framed Quote Decor using Cricut machine. With this DIY, you can display your favorite quote anywhere in your home. SUPPLIES NEEDED: Any size photo frame Cricut explore 2 Weeding tool Black permanent vinyl sheet Cutting mat Transfer paper Measuring ruler Utility knife (optional) Pattern paper 12×12 DISCLOSURE: We only recommend […]
Updating your Bathroom vanity is one of the easiest way to transform your bathroom interiors. A new vanity top with sink and cabinet easily costs more than $450. If you have the budget for it, then go ahead. But, if you are looking to makeover your vanity with a much smaller budget, then refinishing the […]
I have this huge empty wall in my home that is sort of a focus wall of the living area. I wanted a big art piece here that would grab anybody’s attention who walks into this area. Also, the daylight here is amazing, so I decided to build a huge textured canvas art. In this […]
How about a super easy and quick DIY chandelier? I am not kidding, it only took me less than an hour to make this DIY Floral Chandelier with Fairy lights. MATERIALS REQUIRED: Metal wreath ring Greenery garland Floral accents Fairy lights (battery operated) Floral coiled wire Glue gun (optional) Plier Yarn or ribbon to hang […]
How to make a DIY blanket ladder that doubles as a Lamp stand? There is just something about a blanket ladder, don’t you think? They bring out the cozy, warm, homey feel! You also get to display your beautiful throws, quilts or blankets and also make them easily accessible whenever you need. They not only […]
This is one of those projects that began from a spark of an idea! This DIY is on how I made this one of a kind, designer Wall clock. CONCEPT The other day , I was just making paper fans out of scrap paper and out of the blue I had this idea – Why […]
Master Bedroom is one of the first rooms that we renovated in our home. Here, I am sharing details about its Interior design, stages of transformation and the total project cost. LETS TALK A LITTLE ABOUT ‘BEFORE’ Its a spacious room with sloped ceiling and a large window letting bright sunlight into the space. Currently […]
I made these ‘His and Hers’ towel hooks as part of the master bedroom Interior makeover. This DIY Modern Towel hooks are really easy to make as it only involves few cuts, paint and gluing pieces together. For this DIY, you basically need a 1 inch wide flat aluminum and 1inch wood square dowel. You […]
How can you transform a Hallway on a budget? In this article, I am sharing our Hallway makeover, explaining my design process and things I did to keep it under budget. House renovation can be very stressful and can easily sweep away all your funds. Its always a good idea to plan everything ahead, prepare […]
As a part of my Master bedroom remodeling, I am building this DIY Modern Floating Nightstand. This blog includes Free plan and cut list if you want to build it. Its a simple design with storage and hidden power cubby for your chargers and other electronics you wish to have near your bed. DESIGN: The […]
My master bedroom remodel is finally over and as a part of that DIY, I updated my metal bedframe into a fancy looking $$$ bed. This tutorial is about DIY Upholstered Headboard with angled design and how I converted that metal frame. For years, we have had this king metal frame from zinus. It’s a […]
Got a Light fixture that you love but its meant for Hardwiring? No worries. This blog just for you! I was in the same situation when I remodeled my Master bedroom. I bought this gorgeous wall lamp from amazon. But they were the hardwiring kind. Let me show you how to convert any hardwired light […]
If you have the budget, you can swap your door for a new and modern one. But, if you are looking to take a budget friendly route and got lots of time in your hand, then a makeover with just paint is what you need to do. In this article, I will show you how […]
Never thought sliding door build is this easy. I built this DIY Modern Sliding Barn Door for our Master bathroom as a part of the bedroom remodel series. If you want to check out how i did an accent pattern wall, then click here. In this article, I have a detailed tutorial on how to […]
In this blog, I have a full tutorial on how to create an accent pattern wall with shiplap boards. This has turned out so gorgeous and I am very thrilled to share this with you all. This DIY is part of my Master Bedroom remodel series. As a part of this renovation, I am building […]
You know, we move quiet often. Every time we move into a new home, this is the first thing we do. We upgrade the old thermostat into our Nest Thermostat to get all the smart features, even if its a rental home. Having smart thermostat saves energy, convenient to program & control via phone and […]
In this article, I am sharing step by step details on how to build a floating seat for Bay window. I converted a dark, non-functional bay window area into a bright & inviting seating nook. It has become my favorite spot in the whole house, so I am really excited to share this tutorial with […]
A beginner project. Weekend build. A grab and go storage for footwears! If you have more vertical space than width on your wall, then this compact shoe storage will work for you! This storage rack features a simple system with adjustable shelves to accommodate any kind of footwear height. Not to mention, the design is […]
Step by step tutorial on how to paint and re-finish an existing door on your own. This is a simple DIY project and anyone with basic skillset can do this easily! I have given all the details you need to know and things you need on hand before you start. Just follow the below steps […]
Here is how you can DIY a ‘No Soliciting sign’ for your front door or entrance wall. This article Includes a Free template for download. Make with cricut (vinyl cutting machine) by downloading the svg file or just print to a pdf file. Here I am going to show you how to make a sign […]
Here is how you can seal minor exterior foundation cracks above ground. Finding cracks on exterior foundation walls can be dreadful for first time home owners. Its much worse when you come to know that water leaking through this crack has been the reason for the mold growth on the basement wall. The good news […]
I have been longing to build a TV console for over a year. Finally its done now and looks amazing! Its a 6feet long modern TV stand or Media console using plywood & pine wood that I designed and built for our home! In this blog I am sharing with you all the details about […]
An easy DIY Test tube Planter stand to spruce up your work desk. If you don’t want the plant on your counter or desk, then hang it on wall with this scrap wood DIY wall mounted test tube planter Materials required: Cement Any oil 1 inch diameter wood dowel 25x14mm Glass Test tube Mold – […]
Another easy project that anybody can do!. Lets make a quick DIY cement Incense holder. Grab a sauce cup from your pantry, gather little bit cement, water, paint and sealer. Materials required: Cement Any oil Mold – a sauce cup will do! Silicone bumpers Water Mixing container Mixing stick Water based clear Sealer – polyacrylic Sand […]
As soon as I got my hands on cement, this is the first project I tried to get the hang of it. I bought this geometric mold for my resin coaster DIY that I made a while back. Absolutely loved it. So, I made cement coasters too with that mold. Throughout the process I made […]
I have a quick DIY on how to make your own planter pot with cement. Its absolutely easy to make and you can personalize in any way you want. Materials required: Cement Any oil Painter’s tape Mold –Round plastic container in two sizes – I used a kitchen measuring cup and a yogurt container Silicone […]
Build your own DIY Dust collection cart with only half sheet of 3/4 inch plywood. Dust collection cart with cyclone separator is something that every woodworker needs. This is a sturdy, cheap to build and a great space saver with vertical stacking capability. As much as I love to design and enjoy building, seeing saw […]
You won’t believe how easy this DIY is. All you need is cement, a wooden dowel, two wood screws and a mold. You don’t need buy molds. Just use any plastic container you have at home. Can be a round or square container as long as its wide enough to hold the kitchen towel roll. […]
I made quiet a few easy DIYs using cement before getting into bigger one. This is one such trial and error projects made with cement. While making it, I broke it and fixed it. Everything is a learning process isn’t. In this blog, I tell you all about it. DIY Cement Business card holder. Materials […]
Got a huge empty wall space to fill up? No problem. Try this DIY giant wall hanging decor with yarn. Its sooo easy to make and no power tools required. Cool thing about this is that you can customize it in any number of ways in any color you want and play around with the […]
DIY Dressing vanity with full height mirror, light, hidden shelves, storage and hanging hooks. Its modern, simple and functional design for any home. Best part is that it does not take up any floor space but still you get all the storage you need to get ready. Materials used: 1×10 pine – 6ft length – […]
This is one of those projects that you build for immediate need in the house. The design is purely based on the functionality and easy use. We needed a door hang towel drying rack to replace the free standing drying rack to clear up floor space and not to be an eye sore in the […]
I am slowly adding tools to my workshop and this table saw is one of them. Soon after building few projects, I realized that I need to build a mobile cart for it. The saw does come with a rolling stand but in order to move the saw, you have to fold the legs and […]
The other day, I bought this new Bluetooth headphone to listen to music while I work on my projects. Its comfy, fits my ears 😛 and has a decent sound quality for its $25 price. Now that I have headphone, how can I not build a stand for it. I wanted to keep the design […]
A simple and minimalist entryway wall organizer for your beautiful home! This is designed to keep your wallet, keys and your mails organized and easily accessible while you enter or leave your home. Materials used: 1/2 x 8 x 6′ Aspen board Strong Neodymium Bar Magnets Key hole wall hangers Paint Wood glue Polyacrylic sealer […]
Here is another Resin project!. I tried epoxy for the first time to make a white and grey marble serving tray and it came out really great to my surprise. Then I made these colorful resin coasters. Now, I am making this DIY White and Gold Marble Epoxy Coffee table top with pine wood legs. […]
Simple, minimalist and super easy gift to make in under an hour! Use the template we have and make it with cricut machine. If you do not own a cricut machine then just print the template to scale and cut the material manually with craft knife to make your own no-sew card wallet. Do you […]
For a long time now, our PC has been sitting on the floor right next to the work desk that we built a few months ago. Its hard to keep the surrounding area clean and there is so much space above that seemed to be useless. So, I decided to make a raised stand or […]
Work at your own comfort with this Ergonomic folding lap desk. Sit comfortably on your couch or bed or even on the floor. When not in use, you can just fold and store away. Materials used: 2’x4′ plywood – 3/4″ Hinges with lock – 4 nos Tools I used: Jigsaw Circular saw Power drill Clamps […]
How did we build our own self contained travel home with no build experience and very minimum tools? Find out everything about our most ambitious build to date! It took us about four and half months to complete and two months of research at the beginning. You should know that this build was entirely based […]
I was so excited to make this project and here is why. This tooth brush holder is made by bending a single piece of acrylic using heat. Isn’t that interesting! The design is very simple, minimalistic and a great space saver. Initially, I was going to make this holder using wood with bevel cuts. But […]
Make a two tier wood caddy that is versatile to be used in any way you like. I specially made this keep on my kitchen counter to hold easy grab snack, tea bags, creamer and bread. You can use this caddy as an organizer for your bathroom to store tissue rolls, in office to hold […]
How do you hang your paper towels? We are always looking at ways to optimize our space to keep it practical, neat and easy to maintain. To make some room on my kitchen counter, we wanted to get rid of the paper towel sitting on the counter and mount it somewhere else, but it should […]
If you have been following us then you might know that we like to explore hidden gems in the middle of no where. The feel of traveling through these deserted roads surrounded by beautiful terrains is something that excites us the most and at the same time gives more mental peace mentally than anything else. […]
How about we make our own wooden cutting board? I love to using wooden cutting boards, so much that I have always wanted to make one myself. Turns out its really easy without a need of a table saw, router or wood planar. Let me show you how to DIY with minimum tools. Supplies: 1×2 […]
Most of the time in rental apartments, either there wont be enough storage space or cabinets won’t exactly be to our liking. As per the regulations, we are not supposed to paint or change anything. But that doesn’t mean we can not make it look stylish. Even small spaces can be effectively put to maximum […]
This DIY project is an extremely simple dollar store hack. The other day I found this sleek modern acrylic photo display stand at dollar tree. Instantly, I had an idea of converting it into a Table top dry erase board that can be used to write down daily to do list, weekly plans or a […]
We were heading to Chaco canyon, New Mexico the next day and were looking for boondocking spots near that area to camp & relax. For us a perfect campsite should be secluded, with scenic surrounding, must have privacy and most importantly it should be Free! While planning for this trip, we were searching for free […]
This article is for anyone who is longing to take a Road trips and want to be very safe in doing so. Traveling during this pandemic is no easy thing. You will have to be very careful on where you go, how you go and what you come in contact with. Based on our experience […]
Today’s DIY is one of my favorite and very simple to make. Its a small wall planter using scrap wood and test tube that I can hang without any drilling on dry wall. If you are in a rental home with restrictions about drilling holes on wall, this DIY test tube planter will be a […]
I stumbled upon this silicone mold online with hexagon geometric pattern. It matched my style and immediately felt like making coasters in fun summer colors. Since I am going to use only single colors for each coaster, this project is so easy and simple to make. Requires no skills or techniques except on how to […]
Couple of weeks ago, I built a Work desk and a wall mounted Stationery organizer for Naveen to have a comfortable workspace without any clutters on his table. As a latest addon, he asked for a headphone hanger to mount under his table rather than just laying it over the table. So, I made this […]
Where do you store your fresh fruits? We keep them on our kitchen counter in a bowl. Most of the time, we have multiple bowls of fruits and additionally melon or cantaloupe would sit on the counter too. It was crowded for sure. To clear up some counter space I decided to make this wall […]
Last week, I built this desk for Naveen to work comfortably from home. As an addon to his work space, I will be building a wall mounted organizer to hold the stationery and keep the desk clutter free. You know, having a wall mounted stationery holder is a great space saver. It clears up most […]
Due to this pandemic season, working from home seems to be the new normal. Initially, Naveen was using our camping table as his work desk which worked out fine as a temporary solution. Imagine 27″ monitor, Laptop, Keyboard, mouse, headphone and whole bunch of wires like hdmi, phone charger, laptop charger, 4 port USB hub, […]
Recently, I found this modern Coat Rack online that immediately caught my attention and I wanted to make one for our home. It is a minimalist modern abstract tree design that will look very neat near the entryway to hang coats or in the bedroom to hang your clothes. Due to its vertical design its […]
The other day, we bought this ribbed door mat for the Patio door. It is just a plain looking dark grey mat for the indoors. Naveen suggested that we add some color to the boring plain mat before we start using it. Hence, this quick DIY Makeover of Indoor Mat. Supplies: Indoor Utility Mat Fabric […]
I have been wanting to try Epoxy resin pour for a long time now. Finally, I got my hands on it and made this amazing white marble serving tray with chrome handles. It came out sooo cool and I am very excited to share this DIY with you all. Here is a step by step […]
Easy and simple DIY to make your own Fridge magnets. I bought these wood buttons very long ago and I am glad it finally made its way as cool decor on my Refrigerator. 🙂 Those blue marbles are leftover from the earlier project DIY succulent Planter. Supplies : Wood buttons – 3/4″ or flat bottom […]
There is no limit to what you can make items you purchase from a dollar store. This is an extremely easy DIY of adorable succulent planter. These will be a great addition to your work table top, shelves , side table or even night stand. Generally, plants are great decor pieces and it complements to […]
I had these two old canvas printed photo frames that’s been lying around for a long time. As we were not displaying them anymore, I wanted to re-purpose them into something nicer. Hence for this project, I am going to up-cycle those two wood frame into a wall shelf and wall Light. Its an easy […]
Want an adjustable shelf to display your fancy collections? Here is an easy DIY to build one. This peg wall shelf design is versatile, expandable and adaptable. You can add shelves or remove to make room according to the items you want to display. I built this to display Naveen’s model car collections. He is […]
I always like to listen to peppy music or play some of my favorite TV show on the background. I wouldn’t necessarily be watching the show, but just like to hear something energetic or comical on the background. Wearing headphones or earbuds of any kind gives me headache and most of them wouldn’t even stay […]
Got some scrap wood lying around? Here is a super easy DIY desk organizer project that you can do in a day. This can be an excellent addition to your work desk or also a great personal gift for someone. The best part of the design is its versatility. It allows you to keep phone, […]
Well! we needed some kind of wall organizer in our garage above our shoe rack. Mainly to hang some of the quick grab necessities such as hiking poles, flashlight, umbrella etc… Since, we had several scrap wood (Pine) lying around from previous projects, I thought why not make some use out of it. Hence, this […]
Be it a garage, office, pantry or wardrobe, labeling is one of the most useful strategy for organizing your things. It could be the good old style of writing with markers or using store bought fancy labels or using chalk labels etc. It is not just useful, but creates a tidy satisfying look to the […]
Want a T shirt with your favorite quote on it? Well, with Cricut you can make it in no time. I have done DIYs before using store bought stencils, hand drawn templates and then colored them with fabric paint. Its a long and heedful process but they do work well. The main drawback is that […]
This year, Covid-19 pandemic has taken a toll on all of our day-to-day lives. Our lifestyle is getting adapted to new and modified ways of maintaining personal hygiene while in public places. One thing that is commonly practiced by most of us is using a hand sanitizer. So, I came up with this simple design […]
Basically, I am no fan of expensive jewelry of any kind. But I do like to wear big or long earrings occasionally. Even those I prefer to be simple designs and mainly inexpensive. Today, I thought why not make some earrings with Cricut. Hence this DIY Leather earrings for you guys. I never thought making […]
Do you wanna upgrade your living space with some modern touch? Here is a tutorial for making Geometric Leather coasters using Cricut. Its a simple design with some color pop. The design template is available in svg format. Upload it to Cricut design space for your personal use. Have fun making it! Materials Used: DISCLOSURE: […]
Frequent traveler or not, here is a useful little DIY to make your personalized Faux leather Luggage tag for your stress free travel. This project allows you to custom fill your labels according to your destinations. As the title suggests, I have used a Cricut machine to do the cutting part. In order to make […]
Did you know that you can make several fancy and useful items out of paper. I have been using card-stocks (thick paper) to make Gift boxes, envelopes, Organizer tray, decors etc.. Best thing is that you can make any color or pattern you want without spending much. All you need is paper, glue and any […]
This is one of the easiest and simple DIY wall clock using just a place mat from Ikea. Yes, its an Ikea hack project with minimalist design that will take less than an hour to make. Materials used: Clock Mechanism + Battery Ikea Table mat – square (unfortunately ikea doesn’t have the same design anymore) […]
This is a very simple and easy way to make paper gift boxes and envelopes in any size you prefer. I am currently in the mode of experimenting different projects with my cricut machine and here is the tutorial to help you make gift boxes & envelopes in any color, pattern or paper you want. […]
This is my first time working with Faux leather and I have got to tell you that it has got sooo much potential! I already have a few great ideas for future projects. Here is the very first for you – Faux Leather credit card sleeve DIY with Cricut Explore Air 2 . Materials used: […]
…Display your Adventures… This is something I have been wanting to do forever. We have this ziploc bag loaded with bunch of travel tickets from our various adventures locked away in a storage tote. Either a new ziploc is added for the new trip tickets or just thrown inside the box thinking to sort them […]
Are you travelling around southeast of Utah? Don’t miss out these hidden gems – Moki Dugway and Forrest Gump point for your amazing photo opportunity. Check out our pictures below. You will know what I am talking about. While we were trekking Valley of the Gods for the weekend, we had to check out the […]
If you want to get away from the hovering tourists, busy parking lot kind of campsites and beaten trails, then Valley of the Gods in Utah is the the right place!. It is an amazing sandstone valley to spend time alone with nature. Most of the tourist visit the famous monument valley. But we think […]
Up for a scenic drive? Death valley has several scenic routes for off roading with variety of spectacular terrains and landscapes. Saline valley road is one such challenging back-country drive in Death Valley National Park. We decided to try this road on a weekend and were definitely excited to camp in middle of the dessert […]
Whether its just a weekend trip or a long vacation, a road trip is not complete with snacks to munch on. Long drives could make you cranky if you don’t eat in time (speaking by experience!). In the beginning, we used to only buy variety of chips in bulk and carry during our road trips. […]
Going on a Road Trip? Having a track of everything you need for your exciting trip can be very tedious. Have you forgotten a tiny thing which turned out the most important stuff you needed? We have and that is why we prepared an ultimate Road trip packing checklist based upon our own experience to […]
An unforgettable hike into the wilderness of Ah-shi-Sle-Pah. We often try to find less known unique places to explore. This is truly a wonderful place that is so vast with nature’s weird creations. The actual plan was to visit Bisti badlands, which is about 30 miles from Ah-shi-sle-pah. But we decided to hike into Ah-shi-sle-pah […]
” Berlin is a lonely ghost town abundant with the fossil of ancient gigantic Marine reptile Ichthyosaur surrounded by spectacular scenery! “ We have been very busy lately, and its been months since we took a roadtrip. Finally, found a weekend to spare. As usual we were looking for some place with unique significance, less […]
Craters of the moon national monument at Idaho is one such place which will make you wonder if you are really on earth. You will be surrounded by black mountains of lava and volcanic soil everywhere. The high contrast of black ground and blue sky with white clouds wont fail to astonish you. This cooled Lava […]
Canyon de Chelly is a Navajo nation managed National Monument located in Northeastern Arizona. There are many spectacular places in and around Utah, Arizona and New Mexico with unique sandstone buttes, red deserts and rock formations. But Canyon de Chelly stands out with its culture rich Navajo people and their native lores. For more than 5000 […]
Dinosaur National monument When I was a kid, I used to think that dinosaurs are mythical creatures. All that schools and museums show us are few pictures and staged skeletons. Studying about dinosaurs in schools or museum displays in one thing. But nothing beats real environment exploration. In Dinosaur national monument, you can find a whole […]
Bonneville salt flats, Otherwise know as Bonneville Speedway is the famous auto racing arena, where enthusiasts from all over the world travel to Utah desert to put their auto builds into speed test. Not just that, its also a renowned spot for filming and photography. You might have seen it in many movies, magazines and […]
Last year (2017), while on our way to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska we camped at a lot of free camp sites and scenic turnouts. We did a blog listing all our favorite spots on the. You can read about it here – Free camping spots along Alaska Hwy. This year (2018) we drove through most of […]
All good things are wild and free – Henry David Thoreau. This is about our adventurous hike to the Saskatchewan Glacier located near the Columbia Icefield in Banff National Park. We are not a fan of huge crowds or touristy spots. Driving through the less traveled routes, camping off the beaten paths, hiking and soaking […]
We are very fond of long Roadtrips. Last year (Aug 2017), we drove to Alaska on the famous Alaska Highway towing our self built trailer. Check out our trailer build video here. Signpost forest in Watson lake is one of the must-stop spots along the Alcan Highway that you shouldn’t miss at any cost if […]
Kiskatinaw River Bridge is an old wooden bridge along the old Alaska highway. It stands strong till today as the proof of an engineering marvel on the Alaska highway corridor. The construction of this bridge began in 1942 in order to replace the temporary crossing built by US while building the pioneer road. It is […]
Liard river hot springs is located along the ALCAN Highway about 200 km from Watson lake and 66 km from Muncho lake in Canada. This is our first Hot spring experience. During our roadtrip through Alaska highway in 2017 we passed this place twice. Both the times we had some excuse to skip. But this […]
Its the only way to reach Arctic ocean by road in North America on your own vehicle. And Yes, we made it with our Nimo!!! Last year (Aug 2017), we drove the famous Dalton highway up until Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. Apparently, the only way to touch the Arctic Ocean is to take a paid tour. […]
The time when we drove 4000 miles to touch the Arctic Ocean at Tuktoyaktuk in Canada Tuktoyaktuk (Tuktuyaaqtuuq or Tuk) is a little fishing village located far north in the Northwest territories of Canada along the Arctic Ocean. This is one of those remote community that used to be accessible only by plane or icy winter […]
The time we drove to Inuvik, Canada Inuvik is an arctic town in Northwest territory of Canada situated north of Arctic circle. After crossing the Arctic circle, this town was our next destination. There is only one road that connects this town to rest of the world. Its the challenging “Dempster highway” that starts from […]
The starting point of our Dempster Highway journey Dawson city or Dawson is a small historic town by the Yukon river, Canada. It used to be a thriving capital city of Yukon territory before the city of Whitehorse during the Gold rush times. If you are driving from south, there are two ways to reach […]
Are you new to car camping? or just here to get some tips. Here is a list of everything you will need for car camping. Camping is so much fun and adventurous. Since we do a lot of road trips to remote areas, camping is our best option. And that is why we converted a […]
One of the epic drives we have ever done was travelling the full length of the Alaska Highway. Also known as the Alaska-Canadian Highway or ALCAN Highway. It starts from Dawson creek, British Columbia, Canada and runs all the way to Delta Junction, Alaska via Whitehorse in Yukon province. Dawson Creek is the home of the famous Alaska […]
“One cannot think well, love well, if one has not dined well” – Virginia woolf Naveen and I are big time foodies. We love exploring different kinds of foods around us as much as we love traveling. The experience of tasting each cuisine is not only unique, but also speaks of its culture/tradition. Every time […]
Time to find some Glaciers! Where Mountains, Ice, and Ocean Meet. After touching the Alaska’s Arctic Ocean on north, we were back on road with our self built trailer home. Next, we headed to the south of Alaska towards Seward located at the Kenai Peninsula. We were there to take the Kenai Fjords cruise at the […]
Are you ready to touch the Alaska’s Arctic ocean with us? We saddled up and drove all the way from Ohio into Alaska’s wilderness to mark our touch down. Since, we wanted to make it only through road, the quest was even more exciting and adventurous. There is only one road in Alaska that takes […]
It was a Christmas eve filled with Spectacular scenic drive, breathtaking sunset, mesmerizing night sky and truly magical sunrise! This blog is a continuation from our post “A day in Marfa”. Feel free to check it out. After enjoying the delicious Marfa burritos for breakfast, we headed to Big Bend Ranch State Park taking the […]
Must Do Things in Marfa Texas We always go by one rule, ‘Never miss a long weekend holiday’. Its Christmas holidays and Winter has taken charge early this year. So, we thought of getting away from snow and the bitter cold and head down south to warmer Texas in search of some sun and fun. […]
DIY Upholstered Headboard Looking for a headboard to buy? If you have little time and little money , you can very well make a quality headboard on your own. A king size headboard with fabric finish costs about more than 300$ to buy from stores. why buy at store when you can make yourself a better one with […]
These buttons were made to go along with the headboard that we built. Check out the DIY headboard here. The material that I bought for the headboard upholstery was too thick to follow the regular steps given in the DIY button kit that I bought. So, had to use some improvisations.You don’t need to follow […]
Materials used: A canvas with frame.( I have used jute here instead of canvas ) Acrylic Paint EL lights – bought it from amazon Super glue A needle to poke holes on canvas Here is how you do: Paint the surface. Here I made black background. With a pencil draw the text or picture you […]
This is for people like me, who dont like to wear makeup or spend time on it or even lazy to do. I believe that Natural look is always a divine beauty & it adds up your personality. Many do layers of bright makeup which looks crazy at closer view. Some don’t wear makeup at […]
I guess there are many chocolate cake lovers out there. I always have the urge to eat at odd times of the day/night. If my taste buds say Choco cake, then I need it immediately. Means right now! No matter what! 😛 . Can’t go to a restaurant all the time, you know. So I […]
Often we mess up with the amount of spiciness or salt while we cook. And then quickly we browse for immediate remedies & try them to on our food. I know there will be lots of people like us out there. So here are the handy remedies for you Before adding anything, you should be […]
Yummy foooods! Always draws us to it. No way of avoiding it, can we? But, Sometimes it leads to stomach upset or indigestion due to various causes like excessive eating, having oily or spicy food, or even by eating too quickly. I normally love spicy foods. So I eat crazily and […]
An awesome Sunday with tiresome Shopping all day, relaxing dinner & finally back home. Continued by our usual time pass of ‘watching Movies’ until we sleep. We started watching the movie by 10 pm. We had the same reaction as Harold & Kumar in the scene where they watch the advertisement of the yummy white […]
This is one of our another moving special blog/decor. since we keep moving from place to place, each time we try different color schemes for our home interiors. This time it was Lime-green & white color scheme on the wall. So I came up with this idea of using the wood chips […]
Materials Used : 1. White & color foam board2. Pendulum clock mechanism3. white acrylic paint4. Cat stencil How to do: 1.Cut the color foam board according to your stencil. I drew them on a tracing sheet and traced on the foam board. With its impressions cut the desired shape.2. Paint with white paint to emphasize […]
LOCATION: 5754 State Road 23, Spring Green, WI 53588 ARCHITECT: Alex Jordan STORY BEHIND THE BUILDING: One story told by Sid Boyum is that Alex Jordan built House on the rock purposefully near F.L wright’s Taliesin in order to spite him. It seems that Boyum with Jordan.Sr once drove to Taliesin to show Wright the […]
Simple DIY TV Unit – IKEA Hack Here is one of our moving special blog! Organizing move, Packing, shifting, apartment hunt, planning for furniture arrangement, shopping and crafting for new home decors are the most exciting period for us. We love the first month after our move. Each time we move into a different home,we […]
We visited this house during our road trip to St.Louis, MO. To know more about attractions in and around St.Louis visit here. Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Booking for the Tour: There is no online booking for this place. You have to call beforehand to book. Photography: You are not allowed to take photographs inside the house, but can take […]
We wanted to surprise one of our friends on their wedding anniversary. So we planned to bake a chocolate cake for them. We invited them to our home, saying that we would prepare special chicken biryani for dinner. Being a weekday, we had to make both biryani & cake after coming back from office. So […]
There is a lovely couple (Karthik & yamini) we know, who happen to be our very good friends. It was Karthik’s birthday and Yamini wanted to surprise him with a cake. Are you wondering whether cake is really the surprise? Definitely not. She wanted the cake to look like a camera to portray karthiks’ passion […]
Milwaukee to St.Louis & Springfield We headed from Milwaukee to St. Louis through the famous US 66! It was pretty exciting to travel the historic route. We stopped in between to visit the US 66 museum at Pontiac, Illinois. There is no entry fee and they have a variety of interesting collections portraying the historic […]
Materials Used : 1. Salt box 2. Rectangular foam board with wood like sheet to cover 3. Magnetic strips. This is a perfect storage for your art supplies or stationary. This will spare a lot of space on your cabinet/table. Adhesive magnets are available in different shapes & sizes in craft stores. You can position them […]
FRANK LLOYD ARCHITECT Both of us being a fan of FL Wright’s work, we wanted to explore more of his designs around us. So this time we went to his home & studio at Oak creek and Robie house in Chicago, Illinois. Booking for the Tour: Advance booking is highly recommended for the interior […]
Adequate Day lighting & good ventilation gives an awesome ambiance to a home. That’s how I like my home or work place to be. Good that our living cum dining area had a huge patio door that gave us great day light. So I wanted to convert my dining area as my work space/studio. Next, […]
There is a sense of excitement which gets us filled each time we go on a trip. More so if it is a road trip! This time I was even more excited than Naveen and below were the reason why – Our evergreen excitement was that – It was a 10 hours road trip(one way) […]
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