A step-by-step tutorial for how to make professional looking DIY built-in shelves using IKEA bookcase sections for vertical storage.

A DIY Electric Fireplace surround with built-ins

I built a custom bar for this weird corner wall that we have in our DR Horton home. This bar adds so much character to what was once a boring space!

Today I am celebrating. Celebrating what, you say? I’m so glad you asked.I’m celebrating myself.There are a few things that I’m truly good at in life. Like making a bold cup of iced coffee. And taking care of my goldendoodle’s grooming all by myself.But the thing I’m best at? Not finishing projects.

DIY IKEA Billy Bookcase Built-ins | Gena Shingle Jaffe

Now, onto the shiplap fireplace project! This total project cost Jon less than $100, partially because he had many of the supplies on hand already. He got this old fireplace surround from someone locally that was practically giving it away. It sat in his garage for several months as he thought up an idea for what to do