How to make a cheaper, crappier version of the Jean Pelle Bubble Chandelier

I loved this Jean Pelle Bubble Chandelier the moment I saw it.  Not only does the artist provide step-by-step directions on how to make it in ReadyMade magazine, she sells a high-end version on etsy for $375. The great thing about the bubble chandelier is, in addition to being cool-looking, it’s easy to customize for…

How to convert your closet into a bedroom

Author’s note: This post is from 2010, back when I was single, living in a studio in DC. This was always a popular post so I’m leaving it here, as it captures the spirit of what jkcoolmom is all about.   I like to tell people I sleep in my closet. Rents are rising faster…

How to stripe furniture with electric tape

So I got this wonderful vintage sideboard off Craigslist, and decided it was a little too “solid wood”-looking for my small dining area.  It just seemed to take too much visual weight, and the walnut clashed a little with my espresso dining table. How to make it look more whimsical and less traditional? Easy –…