Project Gallery

Here are some of the projects I’ve built. I have listed where to find the plans if you want to build your own!

Crossfit Home Gym DIY Workout Equipment — These DIY Plyo Jump Boxes are an easy build, and a great addition to any home gym!

DIY Rustic Succulent Holder

DIY Rustic Succulent Holder

These Rustic Centerpieces are a super cute and easy DIY, inspired by some chicken feeders we found in an old barn on the ranch.

DIY Rustic Barnwood Dining Table Farmhouse Style

Rustic Dining Table — This Rustic Barn Wood and Pipe Dining Table is one of my favorites!

Kid's Rustic Desk DIY — Just finished this desk for my youngest- he loves it! It’s got lots of storage, too 🙂

Rustic Farmhouse Style Vanity DIY — One of my favorite projects so far! This Concrete and Barnwood Bathroom Vanity was such a fun challenge.

Rustic Cross Bench Reclaimed Barnwood — Love this Barn Wood Bench so much I made 2! You can read about it here 🙂

DIY Obstacle Course Ninja Gym

DIY Backyard Ninja Warrior Course — Read all about our DIY American Ninja Warrior Course here!

DIY Rustic Farmhouse Style High Chair — Read about this cute DIY High Chair Here 🙂

DIY Rustic Storage Trunk Tutorial

DIY Rustic Farmhouse Style Storage Chest Trunk — These Rustic Storage Trunks are a great DIY gift!

This scrap wood and pipe Toilet Paper Holder is a great beginner project!

DIY Sliding Barn Door Hardware — I’ve got a great DIY Sliding Barn Door Hardware Tutorial for you here 🙂

DIY Rustic Slide In End Table — This Rustic Slide In End Table is another easy project!

Love this DIY Rustic Stand!

Rustic DIY Sideboard Farmhouse Style Dining Buffet #shanty2chic — This Rustic Sideboard is still one of my faves!! I used Shanty 2 Chic Plans.

DIY Farmhouse Coffee Cabinet #shanty2chic — This DIY Farmhouse Coffee Cabinet is another great one by Shanty 2 Chic! I modified plans to match the Sideboard.

DIY Chess or Checkers Table Farmhouse Style Rustic — We love this DIY Chess Board Table !

Rustic Farmhouse Style Media Console Storage — This Rustic Media Console is one of my all-time favorite creations!! Someday, I hope to draw up plans for this one so you can build your own.

Rustic Kitchen Island

Rustic Kitchen Island farmhouse Style — I’ve built several of these Rustic Rolling Kitchen Islands, because I love them!! I’ve modified the plans by Shanty2Chic and Ana White.

DIY Sliding Barndoor Hardware Barn Doors — More on these DIY Barn Doors for the closet here 🙂

I modified plans from Shanty 2 Chic for my new Ridgid Miter Saw- all I can say is LOVE!!

No more plastic drawers- A Real Dresser! — No more plastic drawers- A Real Dresser! Plans from Shanty 2 Chic and Ana White

Rustic Rolling Coffee Table — Rustic Rolling Coffee Table Plans from Ana White and Shanty 2 Chic

Rustic Rolling Ottoman Plans from Shanty 2 Chic

Playing Card Stand DIY by Sunny and 79

Rustic Nightstand Plans from Addicted 2 DIY, Pulls from My Love 2 Create

Rolling Rustic Nightstand Plans by Shanty 2 Chic

Updated Rustic Kitchen Island- Sunny and 79 modified Version from Ana White and Shanty 2 Chic Plans

Mirror Cabinet- Plans by Shanty 2 Chic

Mirror Cabinet Storage

Rustic Bathroom Chalkboard Cabinet Modified from Shanty 2 Chic Plans

Shoe Storage Bench DIY by Sunny and 79

Murphy Desk- plans from Shanty 2 Chic.

Murphy Desk Inside- love the storage!

Love my Shanty 2 Chic Work bench!!

This Shanty 2 Chic Rolling Lumber Storage Cart keeps me organized!

My little man loves having his own little area! Plans from Ana White and Shanty 2 Chic.

DIY Cubby Shelf by Sunnyand79

Rustic Nightstand inspired by Shanty 2 Chic

Rustic Farmhouse Bathroom Vanity- Inspired by Shanty 2 Chic.

Love our Chicken Tractor!

Mobile Chicken Tractor

I built this Brooder Box to house baby chicks until they are ready for the chicken tractor.

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In the midst of the crazy, I decided to listen to

In the midst of the crazy, I decided to listen to that still, small voice and do the thing. I wrote these devos with my hospitality crew at the lodge in mind but I’m pretty sure they were meant for more so here they are- the daily devos:)

October is such a crazy time here on the ranch! In

October is such a crazy time here on the ranch! In fact, it becomes so busy it literally swallows September and November up right along with it. With hunting season in full swing and cow work hitting its peak- we’re all hands on deck every day. All the hard work we’ve put in for the last year finally delivers.
Did you know that ranchers typically only get paid once a year? We learn to make it stretch all year til the next calf crop is ready to sell and we do it all over again. It’s high risk and low monetary reward- but man, this ranch livin is good for the soul.
We know where our food comes from and who we rely on to provide it, and the hard work is the kind that makes you sleep real good at night. The team of incredible people we get to do this life with make every day fun! We are so thankful for our crew and our little fam who sacrifice time together and pitch in wherever we need them. Most days I hardly get to see my man- sometimes all we get is a high five as we pass each other in the road. But we make it work!
It’s a crazy life, but I wouldn’t trade it!

I was just thinking back to last summer when I had

I was just thinking back to last summer when I had broken the lawn mower- again. It’s like a special talent I wish I didn’t have 🤪 I had spent 2 hours trying to fix it myself and made no progress. I knew it would take Brad about 5 minutes, but I did not have the heart to give him one more thing. He’s the ultimate problem solver- which is amazing! But it must be quite a burden to have to fix everything. Although, Cody has become quite the problem solver as well- so he shares the burden. But those two had real problems to deal with- that very day contained a broken sewer, a broken combine, pulling 2 wells, then a flat tire on the Steiger. So me and my little lawn mower felt way too unimportant compared to all those other things. It’s literally one of my life goals to not make more work for Brad. Not because he gives me a hard time about it- more because he doesn’t. He jumps to fix things so fast I’m careful about what I tell him- poor guy deserves a break!
But he happened to come by while I sat frustrated and helpless trying to fix one thing so I’m not a burden. But you know the thing about Brad- he loves to help me! And he knows how. And as predicted he had that mower fixed in 5 minutes flat- and reminded me I can always tell him my problems. He does not consider me a burden despite what I sometimes tell myself.
It’s got me thinking- is this how we are with God? He has the answer to all our problems and instead of going straight to him- we try to fix things ourselves- the hard way. We tell ourselves we are too much of a burden. How much time and energy do we waster trying to fix things ourselves when we know we need him?
“In this world you will have trouble- but take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30
I’m sorry to say our problems aren’t going to completely disappear- but there’s help in carrying the load! Don’t be like me out there toiling in vain when help is right there waiting for you! 💕

It’s this time of year I’m always extra apprec

It’s this time of year I’m always extra appreciative of this guy right here! 23 years ago we were sitting in the burn center in SLC- by now I knew he was going to live at least, but we still had a long hard road ahead. His face was a ball of goo, his ear melted to his head. If you’d have asked I would have told you I’d never again get to see that sparkle in his eyes or the smile I fell in love with - but at least he was going to live!
The way he winked at me just now as he headed out for the day proved it all wrong and is such beautiful icing on the cake! If you aren’t sure whether or not miracles are real- everything about this picture proves they are very real and still happen! I will never stop thanking Jesus for not only sparing Brad’s life- but for sparing his good looks too :)

“We’re not growing a garden, we’re raising k

“We’re not growing a garden, we’re raising kids”, Brad’s words from a couple decades ago still ring in my ears. I was stressed out about little Cody eating the garden seeds we were supposed to be planting and pulling up plants instead of weeds.
I’m so thankful for the wise words of my husband to change my perspective! Sometimes we’ve got to zoom out and look at the big picture!
I am so humbled by the man that little guy turned out to be! He is full of integrity, hard work, consistency, a love for God, incredible patience and persistence and such a fun sense of humor! And I am still absolutely crazy about his wise father who still gives me great advice and who has graciously handed Cody the reigns while giving him whatever support he needs on the farm. It is magical to see them working together!
So thankful for the life we get to live and to God who gives it!

I’m always fascinated by the way our dog, Bodie,

I’m always fascinated by the way our dog, Bodie, watches Brad. His life centers around the moments he gets to be with Brad, so his time is spent watching, waiting, anticipating Brad’s next move, trying to predict which door he will come out of, so excited to be with him the moment he steps out.
I jokingly asked Brad the other day- “how does it feel to be so loved?” His answer surprised me- “In a way I’m kind of jealous of him. I wish I was more like that with Jesus.”
Oh, how true. I’m so much more like Martha in the Bible, who all about getting the work done- than I am like Mary- who sat at the feet of Jesus in adoration.
Obviously, we are more complex than dogs, and there is work to be done. But, I’m realizing I need to slow down more often to PRESS IN and to wait on the Lord, to sit in ADORATION.
After all, He is THE answer- He is what our souls long for!
“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God.
My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” Psalm 42:1-2
Do you know Him? He loves you so much and is the only one who will satisfy! I’ve tasted and I’ve seen.
“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.” James 4:8

Sometimes I’m a little indecisive. I built this

Sometimes I’m a little indecisive. I built this huge cabinet for our dining room but couldn’t make up my mind- regular doors, drawers, barn doors- and this cabinet has been doorless for way too long!
I let indecision get the best of me. Sometimes you’ve gotta just make a choice and quit worrying if it’s the right one. I’m loving how these doors turned out! 😊

I modified @shanty2chic pantry plans for the cabinet :)

Shelb texted the other day from YWAM to share a re

Shelb texted the other day from YWAM to share a revelation she’d had about asking questions. Instead of glossing over something in the Bible she didn’t understand and moving to something that made sense- she’s learning to press in to the question. To ask questions in faith that He will answer- and just rest comfortably in the silence while you wait.
PRESS IN. Ask questions. Wait.
Having spent much of my life thinking asking questions meant you were too dumb to figure it out- this does not come naturally to me! But I want it to. So I’m practicing.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5
Here’s to PRESSING IN, asking questions, and waiting on the Lord.

Perspective. I signed up for @clairepthomas core c

Perspective. I signed up for @clairepthomas core challenge, but the before and after pics- ugh I hate those! Normally I avoid things that require them but you can’t keep doing the same things and expect different results- so I’m doing it this time!
I see myself every day, but don’t really look. Taking the pics and actually looking at them was a punch in the face. I can tell myself I’m doing pretty good- good enough- when I’m dressed in perfect clothes and looking at just the right angle. It made me realize how much I try to hide my flaws. Why is this? On the surface, I’m pretty vulnerable and certainly aware of how far I am from perfection and by no means do I think I’m better than anyone else- so who cares about some silly pics, right?
But dig down a little and I’m still that tough nut to crack independent girl who doesn’t want to be judged. I know I’m probably the only one judging me- I do enough of that for all of us. Is this what it is? Fear of how others will see me? Or fear of realizing how I see myself?
I have struggled in the past with my why being for all the wrong reasons, then held myself back in fear of being perceived as vain for wanting more, for caring about my body. But I think God calls us to more, doesn’t He?
If we are given one life, one body, and are a representation of Him-shouldn’t we want to be and do our best? There is something rising in me to do and be more- to conquer this thing instead of staying here at “good enough”.
So, we’re switching it up- I’m ripping the bandaid off and turning those pics in. I’m taking a good hard look at myself and throwing off the things that are holding me back! And I’m doing my best to embrace those imperfections- this body in all its flaws has given us 4 beautiful babies and carried me to some amazing places!
I hope you give yourself some grace today, do something kind for your body, and embrace the beauty that is you 🙂

#reallife #howiconquer

I used to dread cleaning– toilets especially. Bu

I used to dread cleaning– toilets especially. But, we are in the service industry and cleaning is a huge part of it. But that doesn’t mean I have to like it. Does it? I found myself grouchy, taking it personal.
Philippians 2 talks about the heart of Jesus-who took on human flesh, became nothing, died on a cross-for us. And we are to “do everything without complaining…”
Why? “So that you may be blameless and pure…and shine like stars.” Until you’ve seen the sky burst with stars in a place undiluted by city lights- this might not have the same impact. Here, stars shine so bright they take your breath away. I started praying for the heart of a servant, so I can shine baby. It’s so hard to live out.
I have this great attitude and servant’s heart, then comes someone excessively messy, or a group supposed to clean and doesn’t. My servant heart dissolves, I find myself complain-singing, “Shot through the heart, and you’re to blame!!”
I get cleaning, but does it matter if I have a bad attitude? Where’d that servant’s heart go? I’m grumbling. No stars here, friend. The only thing gonna be sparkling are these toilets.
I go back to Philippians and pray for my heart to be more like Jesus. Not just cleaning, but all areas of my life. I decide I’m going to love cleaning. Especially toilets.
I struggle with pride, too. Well, it’s hard to be prideful on your hands and knees cleaning pee. So, bring it on toilets. This is my training.
I began begging Jesus-help me be humble, to love everyone like you do, please Jesus, help me have a servant’s heart…I asked for new perspective, to quit being selfish-this is not about me. How will the world have any hope of seeing a speck of Jesus in me if I’m grumbling? And you know what happened? By His amazing grace, Jesus showed up. There. At the toilets.
In the lowest place, He came to join me. Not once, but every time. It became the best prayer time. I found myself thankful for toilets, because it’s where I knew I could go to find the One I seek to be like. I’ve got a long ways to go, but I’m working on it.
I wonder what that low place is for you? Wherever it is- if you ask- God will be there. I know, because Jesus meets me at the toilets.

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