Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

Goodbye Living Room Blinds: There's A Better Way To Cover Windows With Style

staff@hunker.com (Jennifer Davis) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Living room windows give you a view of the outdoors and let in much-needed light. However, when you want to cover them, this way is more stylish than blinds.

Use Vintage Plate Lids For A Cuter Way To Hang Bathroom Towels

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Forget those boring store-bought bathroom towel holders - this neat DIY uses little more than a vintage plate lid to add cute and quirky storage to the space.

New Mexico Popularized It: The Stylish Ceiling Feature You Need To Know About

staff@hunker.com (Emily Kammerlohr) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

The ceilings are often overlooked when it comes to designing a home. However, these features, often seen in New Mexican adobe houses, add tons of character.

Forget Baskets: This IKEA Side Table Doubles As A Clever Solution To Store Blankets

staff@hunker.com (Colin Fritz) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Baskets are a classic go-to for stylish organization, but this IKEA clearance item adds layers of simple, clever function to improve how you store blankets.

These Are The Worst Home Decorating Trends Of The 1980s

staff@hunker.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Some unsightly '80s trends utilized tacky, artificial decor, others focused on dizzying patterns, and the worst offenders make a room look plain ugly.

DIYer Grabs Dollar Tree Picture Frames To Create Adorable Storage

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Small details can do a lot to elevate your living room decor, like how this simple and affordable Dollar Tree DIY turns a common eyesore into a charming accent.

The Worst Appliance Trend Nobody Misses Today — But Everyone Loved In The '60s

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

This once-beloved '60s appliance trend hasn't aged well. It's noisy, messy, and more trouble than it's worth, which is why few homeowners miss it today.

Reuse Vintage Doilies For Simple And Stylish Summer Decor

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000

There's been a renewed interest in thrifted vintage doilies for decor recently, with this DIY turning them into a cheery summer feature in your space.

Repurpose Old Cardboard Into A Home Decor Piece That Looks High-End

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Cardboard doesn't exactly come to mind when you think of high end items. But somehow this DIY cardboard decor piece looks upscale and luxurious.

Woman Turns IKEA Metal Serving Bowls Into An Elegant Coffee Table On A Budget

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Take IKEA's metal serving bowls out of the kitchen and into the living room to try one TikToker's clever, stylish, and surprisingly easy glass coffee table DIY.

She Turns Dollar Tree Pool Noodles Into The Cutest (And Easiest!) Summer Decor

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Yup, yet another pool noodle hack, but this is one you'd definitely want to check out if you're looking for an easy DIY garland for summer gatherings.

Reuse Old Pot Lids For Artsy And Unique Outdoor Decor

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

If there's anything that will probably never cross your mind to craft with, it's pot lids. But somehow they turn into a very unique outdoor piece with this DIY.

Skip Traditional Wreaths: This Dollar Tree DIY Is A Fun Summer Decor Idea

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Dollar Tree is the place to go for affordable items, not necessarily unique. But this DIY creates a special summer door decor that can replace common wreaths.

Turn Toilet Paper Into The Coolest Dining Room Decor With A Clever DIY

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0000

Toilet paper isn't just for the bathroom! With this clever DIY, you can use a spare roll or two to form a custom piece of essential dining room decor.

Turn Old Pot Lids Into Hanging Home Decor With An Easy DIY

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Don't toss that old pot lid! Give it a functional new purpose with this stylish DIY that will brighten any room and enhance your decor on the cheap.

Turn An Old Plastic Container Lid Into Cute Countertop Decor With A Storage Twist

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Fixing minor countertop clutter and crafting delightful decor is easy to do with one fun, creative DIY - and it all starts with an old plastic container lid.

Everyone Had This 100 Years Ago: Now It's The Charming Way To Store Blankets Without Clutter

staff@hunker.com (Kathleen Shipman) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Whether you find one at the thrift store or hidden away in your grandma's house, these vintage finds are the perfect way to organize your blanket collection.

Don't Toss An Old Muffin Tin: Reuse It As A Creative Backyard Essential

staff@hunker.com (Gwen Swanson) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000

For an affordable way to illuminate your garden and improve its aesthetic, zhuzh up your old muffin pan using just a couple of other simple materials.

Say Goodbye To Curtains: Nate Berkus Has A Better Idea To Cover Kitchen Windows

staff@hunker.com (Emily Ray) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0000

There are a lot of options when it comes to kitchen window treatments. Nate Berkus has suggestions that can both reduce odors and make your space look bigger.

Woman Uses Dollar Tree Finds To Create The Cutest Summer Porch Decor On A Budget

staff@hunker.com (Brynna Standen) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Summer porch decor doesn't have to blow your budget. Need proof? Just take a look at this nifty DIY, which is made using items purchased from Dollar Tree.