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  • Woman smiling and sitting with dog on outdoor patio with no screen.
    By Gwen Swanson 43 min ago

    Goodbye Pricey Screens: There's A Smarter Way To Cover Patios

    Looking for budget-friendly ways to enclose your outdoor space? Discover patio screen alternatives that keep pests out—no expensive installation required.

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  • A woman holds a paint brush, thinking
    By Erin Rebar 2 hours ago

    Upcycle Old Pans And Turn Them Into Useful Storage Shelves

    Breathe new life into an old pan by transforming it into this cute storage shelf. It's a simple upcycle DIY project that you can complete in a day.

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  • A woman holding an empty pickle jar.
    By Amanda Anthony 8 hours ago

    Save Old Pickle Jars To DIY Stunning Flower Lights

    This easy DIY project turns old jars into pretty centerpieces or hanging lanterns. All you need are clean glass jars and a few craft supplies to make it.

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  • Young woman lounging in sunny yard and looking over her shoulder at fence in distance.
    By Gwen Swanson 10 hours ago

    No More Pricey Privacy Screens: There's A Smarter Way To DIY One

    If your backyard lacks privacy, and installing a fence is out of the question, consider making your own privacy screen. Screen a deck or the whole yard.

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  • Woman painting an old pan black
    By Sakshi Khaitan 12 hours ago

    Upcycle An Old Frying Pan Into A Storage Bowl That Looks Rustic

    A frying pan has the ideal shape to hold all sorts of household essentials, but you'll have to remove some of its hardware before giving it a rustic makeover.

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  • Person cutting through a 2x4 with a saw
    By Cayla Leonard 23 hours ago

    Cozy Up Your Porch With This Stunning DIY Swing Made From Simple 2x4s

    You don't need much more than some 2x4s and hardware store essentials to DIY this porch swing. In turn, it adds rustic, nostalgic charm to your outdoor space.

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  • A salesperson shows a customer paint samples in a store
    By Natalie Howard 1 day ago

    Dump The Stains: Turn Orange Oak Cabinets From Dated To Chic Using This Paint Color

    Your kitchen is almost perfect, but there's one thing off -- the cabinet color makes your space feel stale. There's a solution, and it's not wood stain.

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  • Woman sitting on bathtub looking at a large uncovered window
    By Natalie Howard 1 day ago

    Break Away From Curtains And Blinds: There's A Sleeker Solution To Cover Bathroom Windows

    A bathroom window can let in sunlight and fresh air, yet it can be tough to create privacy. Instead of using curtains or blinds, try this sleek solution.

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  • A person dyes eggshells bright colors
    By Sakshi Khaitan 1 day ago

    Turn An Empty Eggshell Into A Charming Candle For Your Dining Table

    While this DIY might sound crazy, you won't regret making these cute eggshell candles for your dining table as they are the perfect conversation starters.

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  • A man sands an old hutch
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 day ago

    Man Flips Secondhand Hutch Into A Charming Coffee Bar: 'Can't Believe Your Wife Let You Sell It'

    In addition to giving an old, outdated hutch a minimalist coffee bar makeover, a clever TikToker was able to sell the piece for an eye-watering amount.

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  • The Daily DIYer cuts a blue pool noodle to create home decor
    By Kayleigh Hearn 1 day ago

    Turn A Dollar Tree Pool Noodle Into Stunning Countertop Decor That Looks High-End

    Pool noodles can be purchased at many discount stores. This DIY craft uses them, plus a few other items from the dollar store to make a pretty home decor item.

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  • Person preparing a baseball for a craft project
    By Shelley Frost 2 days ago

    Upcycle Old Baseballs Into A Cute And Functional DIY For Your Cabinets

    Cabinet shelves looking a bit bare? This easy DIY uses old baseballs to add character, support your favorite items, and make your storage space more fun.

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  • People discussing plan for a renovation in a kitchen
    By Danielle Valente 2 days ago

    Don't Update Every Cabinet: Refresh Them With A Simpler DIY Solution

    Updating a whole kitchen can be overwhelming and expensive. However, elevating one often-overlooked section of your cabinetry can make a big impact.

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  • A person mounting a shelf bracket on the wall
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Shelves: The Thrift Store Find That Makes Wall Storage Beautiful

    Using wall space is a great way to add vertical storage in nearly every room. And this thrift store item can transform into unique and statement-making shelves.

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  • A person tearing newspaper
    By Shelley Frost 2 days ago

    She Turns An IKEA Metal Stool Into A Designer Statement Piece

    IKEA has low-cost basics that can be transformed using creative DIYs. This TikTok user shows how a simple stool can be turned into a sculptural statement-maker.

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  • Woman in plaid shirt holding an old wood ladder
    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago

    Use Potatoes To Easily Upcycle An Old Wooden Ladder Into A Charming Outdoor Feature

    You may think a potato and an old ladder are hardly two peas in a pod (or spud). But this humble vegetable can give wood a magical, colorful makeover.

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  • Metals trees with an assortment of colorful glass bottles on them
    By Cayla Leonard 2 days ago

    What Do Glass Bottles On A Tree Mean?

    If you've ever driven by a house and see a tree covered in glass bottles, you may have wondered what it means. Learn the significance of bottles on trees.

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  • hands painting pickle jar
    By Christy Rae Ammons 3 days ago

    Woman Transforms Old Pickle Jars Into Stunning Home Decor With A Clever DIY

    Don't go throwing out your old pickle jars. Instead, use this DIY hack to turn what otherwise would be trash into your own, hand-made crock.

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  • Plastic edging between lawn grass and decorative pebbles
    By Cayla Leonard 3 days ago

    Goodbye Cheap Plastic Edging: There's A Smarter Way To DIY A Durable Remedy

    Tired of cheap-looking plastic edging? Make your own garden edging with this simple DIY project. It lasts for many years, and you can even customize the color.

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  • A woman holds a floral plate against a wooden table
    By Shelley Frost 3 days ago

    Easily Turn Old Plates From The Thrift Store Into The Cutest Hanging Storage

    Embrace cottagecore by combining the quaint patterns of thrifted plates with cute kitchen items in need of storage. All it takes are a few basic supplies.

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  • A woman shopping at the garden center for terra cotta plant saucers.
    By Natalie Howard 3 days ago

    Upcycle Old Plant Saucers To Keep Your Bathroom Floors Clean

    Upcycle old plant saucers with this neat DIY storage trick that keeps closet and bathroom floors clean. It's an easy step to keep water rings off the floor.

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  • A woman runs her hands across a smooth wood coffee table in neutral-colored living room.
    By Gwen Swanson 4 days ago

    Skip Paint: DIY An Elegant Coffee Table With A Budget-Friendly Amazon Find

    If you have an old, scratched coffee table, this DIY is genius. There's no paint needed and you can transform it into a beautiful new look in a day.

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  • senior man looking at an old hutch with glass doors in thrift shop
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Transform An Old Hutch Into Charming Laundry Room Storage

    You small laundry room storage woes can be solved in a beautiful way with this old hutch organization idea that lends some charm to your space.

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  • hands cutting towel with scissors
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Easily Upcycle Old Towels Into A Stylish Bath Mat

    Skip the pricey store-bought bath mats and create your own plush, absorbent version with just a pair of scissors, some glue, and a few old towels.

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  • A woman holding a pie pan
    By Kathleen Shipman 5 days ago

    Use Old Pie Pans To Make Charming DIY Pavers On A Budget

    Want to use your old pie pans but not spend time baking pies? Make your own adorable garden pavers at home, all without breaking the bank.

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  • A woman smiles while holding a bright blue iron
    By Emily Ray 5 days ago

    She Uses An Iron To Turn A Piece Of Scrap Wood Into A Clever Solution To Mask Odors

    Your humble iron plays a key role in preparing the prettiest component of this DIY project, which will fill your home with pleasing natural fragrances.

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  • A woman smiles in a robe in the bathroom
    By Kayleigh Hearn 5 days ago

    Not Cabinets Or Shelves: The Creative Thrift Store Find For Toilet Paper Storage

    This decorative item often finds its way into thrift stores. Now you can repurpose it for a creative toilet paper storage system that's got style and class.

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