31 Days of Projects

As I considered a theme for this year’s 31-day series, I wanted something broad enough to stay interesting for a full month but specific enough to be fun and useful for you. I also wanted a topic that would give me freedom to experiment, create, and share a variety of ideas without getting bored halfway through.

That’s how I landed on 31 Days of Projects—a month-long, mixed-bag celebration of hands-on ideas, creative experiments, and practical makeovers.

I’m using the word “projects” in a very flexible way. Over the next 31 posts you’ll see an assortment of content: home décor projects, quick crafts, blog-design tips, recipes, and full room reveals. Some posts will highlight brand-new DIYs from start to finish; others will be roundups of past favorites or refreshed ideas. The goal is variety—things you can try in a weekend, ideas you can adapt for your home, and small creative experiments that don’t require a big budget or a lot of equipment.

Because this series is intentionally wide-ranging, expect posts that wander into different creative corners: furniture makeovers, curbside finds, photography tips, vintage linen care, practical organizational hacks, and a few comfort-food recipes to keep you fueled while you work. I hope the mix will inspire you to tackle a small makeover, try a simple craft, or experiment with a fresh arrangement in a tired room.

One of the things I love most about a project series like this is the spontaneity. Not everything is planned months in advance—some ideas will pop up as I work, and others will evolve from reader suggestions. That means posts may be a little unpredictable, but they’ll be honest, practical, and rooted in real, repeatable steps you can use at home.

Tomorrow’s post kicks off with a curbside-find story and the makeover that followed. If you love thrifted pieces, upcycling, or the thrill of turning a forgotten object into something beautiful, you’ll want to check that one out. Throughout the month, I’ll also share project outlines, materials lists, time estimates, and helpful tips so you can recreate the looks or adapt the ideas to your own style.

P.S. A heartfelt thank-you to the kind hosts of the Work It Wednesday link party for featuring my Dining Room turned Office makeover—you truly made my day!

If you’re participating in or following the Write 31 Days challenge this year, I’m glad you’re here. This series is part of that creative push, and I appreciate everyone who reads, comments, and shares ideas along the way.

Series Overview and Highlights

Here’s a quick snapshot of what has been—or will be—covered in the series so far. This list summarizes each day’s main idea so you can catch up easily or bookmark posts you want to revisit.

Day 1: 31 Days of Projects — series introduction and what to expect
Day 2: Discover the Perfect Curbside Treasure — tips for finding and rescuing curbside gems
Day 3: Painted Electric Fireplace — a step-by-step fireplace refresh
Day 4: Photography and Catching the Light — simple techniques to improve room photos
Day 5: Sunday Funnies — a light, humorous interlude to the series
Day 6: DIY Stump Table — a natural, rustic table build you can make at home
Day 7: Cajun Chicken Pasta — an easy, flavorful weeknight meal
Day 8: How to Launder Vintage Linens — safe cleaning tips for cherished fabrics
Day 9: Fall Decor Ideas — seasonal decorating inspiration
Day 10: Butter Chicken Dinner for 50 — planning and prep tips for feeding a crowd
Day 11: Learn Something New — blogging resources to grow your skills
Day 12: Sunday Funnies — another light-hearted break in the series
Day 13: Living Room Refresh (in 20 minutes!) — quick styling and arrangement tricks
Day 14: Small Bathroom Makeover Reveal — an efficient transformation for limited space
Day 15: 7 Tips for Small Bathroom Organization — practical storage solutions
Day 16: Painted Wooden Crate — an easy painted crate project for storage or decor
Day 17: No Sew Vintage Pillowcase Curtain — a simple, no-sew textile project

How to Follow Along

If you plan to follow the series, here are a few easy ways to make the most of it:

Bookmark or save the posts you want to try later.
Leave a comment with questions or project variations—you might inspire a follow-up post.
Use the project titles as search terms when you want to find the tutorials quickly.
Share photos of your finished projects so we can celebrate your results together.

I’m excited to share a month of creativity, practical how-tos, and everyday inspiration. Whether you’re here for furniture makeovers, quick crafts, recipe ideas, or photography tips, I hope you find projects that spark your imagination and help you make something beautiful in your own home.