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  • Person using rake to tidy gravel landscaping in front of modern house
    By Jasmine Harding 2 days ago

    Forget Gravel: There's A More Stylish Alternative That Works Surprisingly Well

    While choosing gravel for your landscaping project might be your go-to, is it really the best option? This charming alternative will change your mind.

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  • A person is pouring paint into a paint tray.
    By Melanie Dawn 3 days ago

    How To Keep Paint From Sticking To Your Paint Tray (Hint: It's Not Plastic Wrap Or Foil)

    You didn't start DIYing to clean stains. Find out how to keep paint from sticking to your paint tray. Contrary to popular belief, it's not plastic wrap or foil.

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  • Person holing paint samples up to old kitchen counter.
    By Sheila Kim 3 days ago

    They Gave Dated Oak Cabinets A High-End Look With A More Stylish Alternative To White

    It's time for a kitchen refresh, but white cabinets aren't your thing. There's another way to elevate your space with this chic alternative.

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  • lattice around deck
    By Alison Kasch 3 days ago

    3 Different Ways To Use Lattice To DIY Charming Backyard Privacy

    Lattice is perfect for adding privacy to an activity space or your entire yard. It’s lightweight, lets light through, and can be added to existing structures.

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  • Person arranging fruit on a basic fruit bowl in a kitchen
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Forget The Fruit Bowl: There's A More Impressive Way To Decorate Your Kitchen Island

    Ready to ditch the predictable kitchen island decor? This alternative creates an eye-catching display you can switch up for parties and changing seasons.

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  • Woman holding a Christmas wreath over a red front door
    By Sakshi Khaitan 4 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Wreaths: A Charming, More Unique Way To Decorate Your Front Door

    If you've gotten tired of the typical wreath on your front door every season, here's a more beautiful and dramatic way to decorate your porch.

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  • Person carrying laundry hamper
    By Alison Kasch 4 days ago

    Trade In The Hamper: There's A Cuter Way To Hide Dirty Laundry With An Easy DIY

    Instead of settling for an ugly hamper, try this easy DIY that conceals your dirty laundry while looking like a stylish accent piece. You only need two items.

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  • A woman looks at a round wood table in a thrift store
    By Alison Kasch 4 days ago

    Woman Transforms A Dated Thrift Store Table Into A Statement Piece Without Paint

    An eye for good-quality wood furniture and some ingenious DIY mixing skills are what you need to recreate this amazing, Pinterest-style thrift flip.

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  • A woman measuring a window with a tape measure
    By Lilith Hudson 5 days ago

    Skip The Curtains: Here's A Stylish, More Creative Way To Cover Awkward Windows

    Make an awkward window disappear into your decor with this creative trick. Best of all, it provides privacy and light control just like curtains.

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  • Rolls of stylish contact paper on a wood table.
    By Chad McClung 6 days ago

    A Piece Of Contact Paper Can Make A Damaged Washer And Dryer Look Prettier

    Contact paper is incredibly versatile, coming in a pretty range of colors and patterns to beautify a washer and dryer in even the plainest laundry room.

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  • Woman cutting lace fabric with scissors for DIY project over wood table
    By Gwen Swanson 7 days ago

    Use Old Lace And Nail Polish To Create Cute DIY Flowers

    Don't throw your old laces away --use them to make these beautiful, customizable flowers instead with just a few supplies that you may already have at home.

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  • Person folding a stack of small and large bathroom towels
    By Colin Fritz 9 days ago

    Swap Cabinets & Shelves For A Cuter, More Rustic Way To Store Bathroom Towels

    Want a cute way to welcome a guest or display your hand towels? Don't opt for a regular shelf; instead, this cute option can help contain them all in one spot.

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  • Person driving a screw into a wood pallet
    By Cayla Leonard 10 days ago

    Use Old Wood Pallets To DIY A Garden Fence On A Budget

    Save money while saving your plants from pests with a budget-friendly garden fence. Learn how wood pallets and a few brackets combine for a simple DIY solution.

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  • Person stacking rolls of toilet paper
    By Shelley Frost 10 days ago

    Forget Cabinets & Shelves: A Cuter Way To Store Toilet Paper And Save Space

    Toilet papers are essentials that take up too much space. With fabric and a little DIY magic, you can create a compact, stylish organizer for them.

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  • DIYer in white cardigan picking up the top of an old hutch for an upcycling project
    By Shelley Frost 10 days ago

    Repurpose An Old Hutch Top Into A TV Stand With Plenty Of Storage Space

    An old china hutch top might not be the first console idea on your mind, but this upcycling idea adds a lot of necessary storage for TV accessories.

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  • A woman holding a mug while staring out her kitchen window
    By Lilith Hudson 11 days ago

    The Clever Kitchen Window Upgrade That Makes Your Space Feel Open And Airy

    This type of window can flood your kitchen with natural light, improve airflow, and even blur the line between your indoor and outdoor spaces.

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  • hand holding glue gun and picture frame
    By Colin Fritz 11 days ago

    Woman Turns IKEA Picture Frames Into Stylish Storage With A Clever DIY

    IKEA is known for their versatile products... turns out their picture frames aren't excluded. This DIYer's genius idea converts them into chic storage.

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  • A woman stands by a window without curtains
    By Sheila Kim 11 days ago

    Turn A Painting Staple Into A Clever Way To Cover Windows Instead Of Using Curtains

    Thanks to its sturdy construction, chic design, and generous dimensions, this painting staple makes a great, customizable alternative to curtains.

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  • Female hands slitting open a cut piece of pool noodle
    By Sakshi Khaitan 13 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Boring Curtains With A Smart DIY Using Dollar Tree Pool Noodles

    Your curtains don't have to be plain and drab... give them a charming facelift with this simple, 4-step DIY using dollar tree pool noodles.

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  • A person applying mortar to the ground for tiles
    By Cayla Leonard 14 days ago

    The DIY Tile Rule You Need To Know For A Balanced, Professional Finish

    Forget the 50% stagger and try this instead. This simple layout tweak can give your tile job a more balanced, polished finish with a surprisingly small change.

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  • Woman staring out a kitchen window with blinds
    By Cayla Leonard 16 days ago

    You Can Do Better Than Blinds: A Creative, Cuter Way To Cover Kitchen Windows

    Instead of blinds, this DIY uses something you may already have in the fridge to cover kitchen windows. The result? A surprisingly eye-catching focal point.

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  • Person holding a Mason jar over a work surface with other mason jars and a pair of scissors in the background
    By Shelley Frost 16 days ago

    Table Lamps Don't Have To Be Expensive: Try This Clever DIY Using Old Mason Jars

    If you're on the lookout for a unique lamp and aren't ready to dole out funds for high-end pieces, this mason jar DIY is just what you need to personalize one.

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  • Vintage red metal toolbox on workshop table
    By Jasmine Harding 16 days ago

    12 Genius Ways To Repurpose An Old Toolbox Instead Of Tossing It

    Wooden or metal toolboxes offer a ton of versatility as well as charm. These are creative ways to repurpose old ones and save them from the landfill.

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  • hand measuring doily with ruler
    By Christy Rae Ammons 17 days ago

    Forget Basic Candle Holders: Use An Old Lace Doily To DIY A Beautiful Home Decor Piece

    If you're still looking down on vintage doilies, then you're missing out on a ton of DIYs! Like this textured candle holder made with help of a doily.

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  • Person holding wallpaper up to the wall
    By Shelley Frost 19 days ago

    Trade In The Wallpaper: There's An Easier Way To Decorate Your Walls

    You can give your walls a unique and beautiful new look with this super affordable alternative to wallpapers. It takes less time, and requires fewer tools.

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  • An apartment entryway with a bench, small dresser, plants, and a hook
    By Danielle Valente 19 days ago

    Not Cabinets Or Shelves: A Cuter Way To Add Storage To Your Cluttered Entryway

    Give your entryway a functional upgrade with this easy DIY that keeps everyday essentials organized without sacrificing style.

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  • Woman with glasses and claw clip preparing a vintage honey oak hutch for remodeling project at home
    By Gwen Swanson 20 days ago

    Turn A Dated Secondhand Honey Oak Hutch Into A Statement Piece With Rustic Charm

    Don't avoid that warm-toned honey oak hutch in your thrift store. It might just be the perfect base for your next farmhouse-inspired decoration.

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