I’m Katerina Lithopoulou, co-creator of DIY Cozy Living. I’ve always loved the little things that make a space feel special. With a background in language and a passion for photography and cozy design, I enjoy turning everyday inspiration into simple ideas people can actually use.
My motto: “Cozy isn’t a trend — it’s a feeling.”
Our living room is tiny—like, embarrassingly small—and for the longest time, it drove me nuts. I’d walk in, see the couch practically touching the TV stand, feel the walls closing in, and just sigh. I love cozy, but this was…
Every year, Easter sneaks up on people. You think you have time. Then suddenly it’s Thursday, you’re hosting on Sunday, and you’re staring at your table wondering if you need a theme, a centerpiece, or just a prayer. I’ve been…
Hi, I’m Katerina. Every spring I turn into that excited kid again the moment I see those pastel eggs in the store. Suddenly I’m raiding the craft drawer for pipe cleaners, googly eyes, and way too much glitter. I’m not…
Renovating an RV is one of those projects that sounds fun in theory … but in reality, becomes a blend of excitement, frustration, creativity, and real life. We learned that the hard way — and we want to save you…
Easter baskets look simple—basket + candy + eggs, right? But the ones that actually feel special (the ones I keep pulling out year after year) are anything but basic. I’ve made dozens. Some were disasters (goodbye, neon-green paper era). The…
Easter bunny crafts are everywhere — and honestly, that’s part of the problem. Most people don’t struggle to find bunny ideas. They struggle with: I’ve been there. I’ve made bunnies that never left the craft table. I’ve also made a…
Hello!!! Katerina here! Each March, I get to wanting to put away the thick winter yarn and start with something a bit lighter. Easter crochet is what does it for me – it isn’t so much about rabbits and eggs,…
Japandi is one of those rare interior styles that instantly makes a space feel calm, warm, and sophisticated without feeling fussy. I first fell in love with it because it combines the warm minimalism of Scandinavian design with the elegant…
A well put together camper will tell you it has been done with some forethought. It is the sort of nook you are glad to be in when you first open your eyes, as opposed to just a place to…
When I first started looking into IKEA kitchens, I’ll be honest — I was skeptical. I had that same mental image most people do: glossy white cabinets, ultra-minimal styling, and a kitchen that looks fine… but also looks like a…
