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Book Review- Weekend Refresh: Home Design in 48 Hours

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As a DIY enthusiast and lover of home décor, I was incredibly excited to get my hands on Tastemade’s latest interior design book, “Weekend Refresh: Home Design in 48 Hours or Less.” The book promises to provide innovative and accessible ideas, tips, and projects to make over your home in just one weekend.

Upon diving into the book, I was immediately impressed by the variety of projects it offers, from small tweaks that require no tools to larger, transformational projects like a portrait gallery wall or a vintage trunk bar cart. Each project includes step-by-step illustrations, photos, and diagrams, making them easy to follow even for a novice like myself.

What I appreciated most about this book is its focus on accessibility. Whether you’re a renter, new homeowner, or working with a small space and tight budget, the projects in “Weekend Refresh” are designed to help you create a personalized and intentional space that makes you feel good. And the fact that all of these projects can be completed in just 48 hours or less means that you can see the results of your hard work in no time.

One of the things I loved about this book is the inclusion of small tweaks that can be made with no tools. Ideas like making a mood board to direct your vision, styling your entryway, or being a good plant parent are simple yet effective ways to refresh your space and add a personal touch.

Overall, I highly recommend “Weekend Refresh: Home Design in 48 Hours or Less” to anyone looking for easy, accessible, and creative ways to transform their home. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY-er or just starting out, this book is sure to provide plenty of inspiration and guidance to help you create a space that truly reflects your unique style and personality.

 

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Make This Rustic Patriotic Flag Wreath for Your Front Door

There are plenty of shiny red, white, and blue decorations out there, but every now and then a patriotic project comes along that feels a little more heartfelt. This 4th of July Patriotic Flag Wreath from CraftBits is one of those projects.

Instead of being overly fussy or store-bought looking, this wreath has that lovely rustic Americana feel — a grapevine wreath base, a flag draped diagonally, and a large star layered over the top. It is simple, bold, and just handmade enough to feel special without turning into an all-weekend project.

You can find the full tutorial here: 4th Of July Patriotic Flag Wreath on CraftBits.

What I really like about this wreath is the story behind it. The original CraftBits tutorial explains that the project was made using a damaged flag brought home by a veteran, and his wife, Marsha, turned it into this beautiful wreath for her family to enjoy. That gives the project a little more meaning than a standard seasonal door decoration.

The supplies are very simple: a grapevine wreath, an American flag, a large metal star, and glue. The flag is folded lengthwise to create a sash, then secured diagonally across the wreath. The star is layered on the side to cover the gathered section and give the whole piece a finished focal point.

This would look beautiful on a covered front porch, garden gate, entryway wall, mantel, or even as part of a Memorial Day or Veterans Day display. It is not just for the 4th of July either — with the right styling, this is the kind of patriotic wreath you could bring out for several red, white, and blue occasions throughout the year.

If you’re planning more handmade patriotic decorating, you might also like our 10 DIY 4th of July wreaths to dress up your front door roundup, where this CraftBits wreath is already included as a classic front-door option. For a bigger porch refresh, pair it with our 15 DIY 4th of July porch decor ideas and add planters, lanterns, bunting, or painted rocks for a full summer entryway look.

One helpful note from the tutorial is that you can glue the flag in place, or stitch it to the back of the wreath if you want the option of removing it later. That is especially worth considering if you are using a sentimental flag, a vintage flag, or one with family meaning. Stitching gives you a bit more flexibility and avoids permanently attaching something you may want to preserve.

You could also soften the look with a few extra details. Add raffia for a farmhouse feel, tuck in cream or red faux roses, use denim ribbon, or add smaller stars around the grapevine base. I’d keep the extras fairly restrained though, because the flag and star are already doing the heavy lifting. This is one of those projects where too much “more” can tip it from rustic to crowded very quickly.

For supplies, Amazon is a handy option for grapevine wreath forms, metal star accents, glue, and mini flags. Etsy can also be useful if you want a handmade metal star, rustic Americana embellishments, or vintage-style patriotic trim, but I’d keep it simple so the wreath still feels meaningful rather than overly decorated.

This is a lovely beginner-friendly patriotic craft because there is no complicated measuring, no sewing machine required, and no special tools beyond basic craft supplies. It is also a good project for using a flag that may not be suitable to fly outdoors anymore but still holds meaning. As always, if you’re using an actual American flag with sentimental or ceremonial value, take care with how it is handled and displayed.

The finished wreath has that warm front-porch welcome feel — festive enough for the 4th of July, but classic enough to suit a farmhouse, cottage, or rustic summer decorating style.