Stephanie Petrich, Author at SPetrichHome

Using IKEA cabinets to create custom built-ins is the ultimate IKEA furniture hack

IKEA Furniture Hacks: Budget DIYs that Look High-End

ByStephanie Petrich August 13, 2025August 12, 2025

I’m sharing 3 easy IKEA hacks that turn simple pieces into custom furniture (without spending a fortune or needing pro skills)!

Building a DIY Lemonade Stand

ByStephanie Petrich August 6, 2025August 12, 2025

One of the best things about being a DIY’er is being able to create things for my kids. I’ve made a Nerf Gun wall, loft beds in both my boys’ and girls’ rooms, a rock climbing wall… the list goes on and on! This time, they asked for a DIY lemonade stand. And because there’s…

Home | Kids | Tips and Tricks

How to Make a Dorm Feel Like Home

ByStephanie Petrich August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

Create a cozy, personal space in your dorm with these 5 renter-friendly decor ideas that make your room feel like home.

Home | Kids | Tips and Tricks

5 Back-to-School Tips for Structure, Sleep, and Sanity

ByStephanie Petrich July 30, 2025August 6, 2025

Take the stress out of mornings with these simple back-to-school tips! Plus, get a free printable morning routine chart.

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Bathroom | DIY | Home | Kitchen | Tips and Tricks

Renter-Friendly Upgrades

ByStephanie Petrich July 23, 2025July 18, 2025

With a new school year right around the corner, I thought it’d be fun to share the renter-friendly upgrades I helped my sister and brother-in-law make to their apartment last year. These tips are perfect for making a dorm, apartment, or any temporary space feel like home, because you deserve to love where you live,…

Home | Outdoor Projects | Tips and Tricks

Summer Home Maintenance Checklist (With a Free Printable!)

ByStephanie Petrich July 16, 2025July 18, 2025

We’re in the thick of summer, but somehow back-to-school season and the first crisp fall day always sneak up fast! That makes July the perfect time to tackle some home maintenance before your calendar fills with school supply shopping, open houses, and fall sports. This summer home maintenance checklist will help you stay ahead and…