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  • Woman opening curtains
    By Cayla Leonard 20 min ago

    Skip Traditional Curtains: A More Rustic Way To Cover Windows With An Easy DIY

    If your home has a farmhouse aesthetic, it takes little time and effort to transform an unexpected material into sturdy curtains with a homespun quality.

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  • Person reaching for an empty glass jar on the counter
    By Sheila Kim 3 hours ago

    Step Aside, Door Knobs: There's A Stylish Way To Transform Old Pickle Jars With Paint

    Most DIYs involve adding a door knob to a pickle jar. This one, however, opts for a colorful, hand-painted design you'll actually want to display.

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  • person ripping paper towel from roll
    By Christy Rae Ammons 5 hours ago

    Ditch Boring Paper Towel Holders: There's A Cuter Way To Decorate Your Countertops

    If you've got the creative bug, swapping drab household items for adorable, functional decor is a great idea. This DIY is perfect for your paper towels.

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  • Baking soda being poured from a box
    By Jane LaCroix 6 hours ago

    What Happens If You Mix Baking Soda And Concrete?

    Baking soda is a household staple often used for cleaning and cooking, but what happens when you combine it with concrete? Here's what you need to know.

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  • A smiling woman makes fall decor using colorful orange faux leaves
    By Emily Ray 7 hours ago

    Turn An Empty Pickle Jar Into Beautiful Fall Decor Using An Old Cheese Grater

    Fall is right around the corner and if you've been looking for the perfect centerpiece, this pickle jar and cheese grater DIY is an affordable solution.

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  • Woman carrying a pumpkin in her garden
    By Alexandra Upton 9 hours ago

    Turn Your Birdbaths Into The Cutest Decorative Pumpkin Stands For Fall

    Looking for a creative way to show off your pumpkins this fall? Use your birdbath as a stand — it'll elevate the display and make it look extra festive.

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  • A closeup of a bee on a white flower petal
    By Danielle Valente 11 hours ago

    Reuse Empty Toilet Paper Rolls For The Bees In Your Yard And Garden

    Bees do a lot for us by pollinating plants, so it's only fair we do something for them. There's a way to help the bees and reuse your empty toilet paper rolls.

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  • A woman reaching for something on a garage shelf while holding a bin in hand
    By Colin Fritz 12 hours ago

    Forget Cabinets: DIY An Impressive Garage Storage System With Bins

    Even cabinets can get cluttered. But with average woodworking skills and simple materials, you can build this genius bin storage system for your garage.

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  • A woman cutting a green pool noodle in half
    By Emily Ray 20 hours ago

    Woman Uses Dollar Tree Pool Noodles To Create A Functional Piece Of Furniture

    All you need are a few pool noodles, some cardboard, and plaster for this easy DIY. The result? A surprisingly chic accent piece with a textured look.

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  • person pouring orange juice from carton
    By Alison Kasch 21 hours ago

    Traditional Lanterns Are Boring: Upcycle An Old Juice Carton With An Easy DIY

    Instead of tossing your juice carton, try this brilliant DIY and turn it into a whimsical lantern. Here's what you'll need to craft it together at home.

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  • Asian woman indoors and shielding eyes from sunlight
    By LD Uehara 1 day ago

    Cover Windows In A Pinch With An Easy DIY You Can Do Right Now

    Do you need to block sunlight or create privacy in a room without curtains? This simple, damage-free DIY is a low-cost and quick way to cover windows.

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  • Man cutting wood boards for a DIY in a garage workshop
    By Colin Fritz 1 day ago

    Man Turns Old Wood Pallets Into The Ultimate Indoor Storage Cabinet

    Pallets can be used for a variety of projects. This DIYer makes an impressive bedroom or entryway storage cabinet using repurposed wood and other lumber.

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  • woman in yellow sweater shopping for small trinkets
    By Danielle Valente 1 day ago

    Ditch The Shelf: This Thrifted Find Is A Cuter Way To Store & Display Trinkets

    You don't have to spend lots if you like the trend of placing trinkets on tiny shelves: check out how one person turned a thrift store find into something new.

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  • A woman smiles while holding two rolls of paper towels
    By Cayla Leonard 1 day ago

    Trade In Bulky Paper Towel Holders: An Easy DIY That Keeps Them Off Your Counter

    You only need some wire, cutters, and a spot to hang it. This clever little DIY frees up precious counter space without adding another bulky holder.

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  • Woman taking out a jigsaw to cut scrap wood to size
    By Shelley Frost 1 day ago

    Woman Turns Scrap Wood Into Chic Countertop Storage With IKEA Door Knobs

    Here's how to create a stylish piece to corral countertop clutter, for just a few dollars using IKEA door knobs, scrap wood, and glue. No drilling required!

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  • Person installing kitchen cabinet door.
    By Chad McClung 1 day ago

    Build Or Buy: Which Is The Cheaper Cabinet Option?

    Many cost-conscious homeowner like the idea of DIY-ing everything, from decor to larger renovation projects. But is that always the best way to save money?

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  • Blue number plate is on a house depicting number 12.
    By Emily Kammerlohr 2 days ago

    Why Do Some Houses Have Blue Address Signs With White Numbers?

    Wondering why houses have reflective address signs with blue numbers? These bright blue numbers can be an eye sore, but it is for a good reason.

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  • A couple decorating their front door for Halloween
    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago

    Skip Traditional Halloween Decor: There's A Cuter Way To Dress Up Your Front Door

    Upgrading your Halloween decor doesn't have to be hard or expensive. Try this cute DIY using a few common materials to dress up your front door for the holiday.

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  • People hanging up a shelf in their home.
    By Kathleen Shipman 2 days ago

    Move Over, Traditional Shelves: A Cheaper, Thrifted Option For A More Rustic Look

    If you're tired of traditional shelves, there's a cheaper option that gives your home a rustic look. Repurpose an old toolbox or caddy to make a clever shelf.

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  • Person sanding or cutting a wood pallet
    By Cayla Leonard 2 days ago

    Use Old Wood Pallets To Hide Your Outdoor Trash Cans With A Clever DIY Solution

    Does the sight of your outdoor trash can (or recycle bin) make you cringe a little? Craft an aesthetic camouflage for them with this super affordable DIY.

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  • Woman holding ribbon above stone countertop with crafting materials for front door swag
    By Gwen Swanson 2 days ago

    Swap Traditional Wreaths: Decorate Your Front Door With An Eye-Catching Teardrop Swag

    Jazz up your front door with this DIY teardrop swag. It uses ribbon, ornaments, and a wreath base that can be customized to welcome any holiday or season.

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  • A group of small yellow and blue birds playing around in a stone birdbath
    By Sakshi Khaitan 3 days ago

    Skip Expensive Stone Birdbaths: The DIY You Can Make On A Dollar Tree Budget

    Traditional stone baths are not just very common, they can also be expensive. But this affordable Dollar Tree DIY is a genius and vastly creative alternative.

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  • Crafter hot gluing a tin bucket for a DIY project
    By Shelley Frost 3 days ago

    Turn Simple Metal Tins Into The Cutest Porch Decor With A Savvy DIY

    Looking for an easy way to brighten up your porch? Grab some metal tins and a few other supplies to give your outdoor space a unique, flower-filled focal point.

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  • A woman opens curtains in a rustic cabin
    By Amy Freeman 3 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Curtain Rods: This Alternative Offers A Cuter Way To Cover Windows

    Cover windows with this cuter DIY option to traditional curtains. Use a thrifted (or new) accordion rack, clip-on rings, and lightweight curtains to make it.

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  • hands measuring and marking wood with ruler and pencil
    By Christy Rae Ammons 3 days ago

    Use Scrap Wood To Store Toilet Paper With Creative Charm

    Part storage solution, part comedy prop, this DIY toilet paper holder will leave your guests doing a double take the next time they use your bathroom.

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  • Hands gluing wood dowels
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Man Transforms Wood Dowels Into A Floating Table With An Impressive DIY

    Science is the key to this clever table DIY, specifically a structural principle that combines tension and compression to create the illusion of floating.

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  • Bird perched on side of birdbath
    By Kathleen Shipman 4 days ago

    Don't Toss Empty Litter Containers: This Clever Use Can Help Protect Your Birdbath From Mosquitoes

    Stagnant bird baths are major cause of mosquito infestations. But you can fix that with this extremely simple hack involving an empty litter container.

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