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  • Man opening breaker box door on wall
    By Christy Rae Ammons 13 hours ago

    DIYers Are Hiding Unsightly Electrical Panels With This Home Design Staple

    Disguising an ugly electrical panel is a favorite project for DIYers. With this colorful, patterned option, you'll easily hide the breaker box among your decor.

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  • Woman hanging up a set of white string lights
    By Colin Fritz 14 hours ago

    Drape Your Backyard Fence In Lights With This Easy Dollar Tree Hack

    Adding string lights to your backyard doesn't have to be expensive or complicated -- a TikTok creator shows how a few Dollar Tree supplies make it easy.

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  • Person sanding a rubber door mat as part of a DIY project
    By Shelley Frost 20 hours ago

    Not For Wiping Feet: DIYer Turns A Rubber Mat Into A Stunning Door Detail

    Your rubber doormats may not be living up to their full potential. This clever and inexpensive DIY shows a surprisingly stylish way to put them to good use.

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  • A person flipping through a stack of paper doilies.
    By Cayla Leonard 22 hours ago

    Transform Old Doilies Into Charming Vintage Decor With Coffee

    Doilies are classic grandma-core design features and already come packed with vintage charm. But you can boost their old-timey look even more with coffee.

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  • A man wearing a blue shirt choosing tiles in a store
    By Lilith Hudson 2 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Subway Tile Backsplashes: The Floral Alternative To Consider

    If subway tiles aren't your thing, discover an easy to install backsplash alternative that can liven up your kitchen or bathroom. It livens up any room.

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  • Woman happily crafting at table
    By Shelley Frost 2 days ago

    DIYer Turns 2 Dollar Tree Cutting Boards Into Gorgeous Countertop Storage

    Storage solutions can't always be tucked away into drawers and cupboards. This budget-friendly craft is the perfect way to solve countertop clutter in style.

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  • Young woman thrifting vintage clothes
    By Cayla Leonard 2 days ago

    10 Genius Ideas To Repurpose Thrifted Vintage Clothing To Use Around The House

    Whether you have thrifted vintage clothing or old favorites you can no longer wear, give them new life with one, two, or all of these creative DIYs.

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  • Woman picking up an empty detergent bottle
    By Cayla Leonard 3 days ago

    Transform An Empty Laundry Detergent Bottle Into A Textured, Modern Vase

    After you've used up the last of your detergent, save the bottle. With a simple DIY and some household items, you can turn it into a chic, modern vase.

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  • person measuring the riser of a staircase
    By Erika Dale 3 days ago

    Give Old Basement Stairs An Adorable Upgrade With This Low-Cost DIY

    Your unfinished basement stairs don't have to be an eyesore. One affordable DIY project can give them an adorable upgrade that looks surprisingly upscale.

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  • Woman looking out bright clear window while doing chores inside of her private home
    By Gwen Swanson 4 days ago

    There's A Smarter Way To Cover Windows With An Item In Your Cabinet

    While curtains and blinds are commonly used to add privacy to windows, it's fairly simple and inexpensive to repurpose this cabinet item as a window covering.

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  • Man in front of shop workbench cleaning hands with paper towel
    By Chris Deziel 5 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Paper Towel Holders: This DIY Is Perfect For Your Garage

    Save space in the garage while adding convenient organization with an easy-to-make DIY PVC paper towel holder you can install above, on, or under the workbench.

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  • A woman looking thoughtfully at a beige table lamp in a bedroom
    By Lilith Hudson 5 days ago

    Elevate Your Boring Lamps With The Help Of This Vintage Clothing Item

    Often featuring everything from pretty florals to bold, Art Deco-style patterns, this vintage clothing item is just want your plain lamp needs for a glow-up.

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  • Woman lifting a glass vase out of a box
    By Jasmine Harding 5 days ago

    Old Vases Aren't Trash: 15 Genius Ways To Turn Them Into Home Treasures

    If you have old vases sitting idle in your cabinets, give them new life (and purpose) with any of these easy and super affordable DIY upcycles.

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  • Woman opening the curtains in a bedroom
    By Colin Fritz 5 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Curtain Rods: There's An Easy DIY With A Great Result

    This curtain rod idea is perfect for anyone who loves a boho, rustic, or even minimalist aesthetic. It's versatile and chic, with an easy installation process.

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  • Person hanging curtains with curtain rod.
    By Jasmine Harding 6 days ago

    Swap Your Curtain Rod For This More Minimalistic Alternative

    Whether for privacy or an aesthetic addition, curtains add a lot to your indoor space. If you're looking for an alternative to curtain rods, this is for you.

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  • An elegant table setup with paper menus inside napkins
    By Danielle Valente 6 days ago

    Skip The Basic Printed Display: A Cuter Way To Show Your Party Menu Using A Lace Doily

    Setting up a dinner party or event with some professional-looking menus is fun, and you can up the aesthetics by incorporating this doily trick.

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  • Person taking a clothespin apart
    By Shelley Frost 6 days ago

    Grab Some Clothespins For This Elegant DIY Candle Holder Idea

    Looking for a DIY decor project that's as chic as it is quick and simple? Grab some clothespins and common scrap items to whip up this charming candle holder.

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  • Erin Napier brainstorming ideas in her studio
    By Lilith Hudson 8 days ago

    Forget Tile Backsplashes: Erin Napier's Affordable Way To Add Vintage Charm

    Want a kitchen backsplash with a little more personality? Try this easy, inexpensive Erin Napier-approved DIY to give it a timeworn, reflective finish.

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  • Couple looking at items in a thrift store
    By Shelley Frost 8 days ago

    DIY A Beautiful Decorative Bowl For Your Coffee Table With This Common Thrift Store Find

    Give your coffee table a functional and decorative Boho-style upgrade with this creative DIY. And the best part is, you only need 2-3 items to make this work

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  • A black fabric shower curtain in a small bathroom
    By Cayla Leonard 8 days ago

    Skip Dark Shower Curtains: The Shade That'll Make Your Bathroom Feel Bigger

    Dark shower curtains can make a small bathroom feel even smaller. These color choices can help your bathroom look bigger and feel more coordinated.

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  • Person setting a table outdoors in a garden.
    By Derek Rose 9 days ago

    She Uses A $1.75 Vase & Glass Bowl To Create A Stylish Garden Decor Piece

    A cheap vase and glass bowl can become a charming garden accent with just a few extra supplies. Here's how to make this colorful DIY piece your own.

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  • Parent and child shopping in a thrift store for vintage houseware.
    By Sheila Kim 9 days ago

    Ditch The Bulky Shelves: The Thrifted Item You Can Reuse To Store Towels In Small Bathrooms

    It's nice to have towels available not just for guests but for any instant water-absorbing needs. Got a small bathroom? Try this thrifted storage solution.

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  • A person stretching and looking out at the sunrise from their bed.
    By Sophia Beams 10 days ago

    Forget Pricey Blackout Curtains: Aldi Has A Gorgeous Alternative That Won't Break The Bank

    Whether you're looking for deep sleep, temperature control, or noise reduction, Aldi has a limited-time drapery option that won't cost a fortune.

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  • A woman hangs a wreath on a lilac front door while chatting to another woman
    By Danielle Valente 11 days ago

    Not Wreaths: The More Unique Way To Decorate A Front Door For The Changing Seasons

    As the seasons change, you can keep your front door decorated with this alternative decor piece that is likely to cost you less than a predictable wreath.

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  • Person holding an old laundry basket
    By Cayla Leonard 11 days ago

    Cover Old Laundry Baskets In Chunky Yarn To Make The Cutest Planters

    Turn that old laundry basket from trash to treasure with this crafty DIY. Weave a colorful cover from chunky yarn to make a cute planter to liven up any space.

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  • A person holding empty terra-cotta pots on a table
    By Danielle Valente 11 days ago

    Not Traditional String Lights: Brighten A Patio With The Help Of Old Terracotta Pots

    Instead of simply draping string lights across your patio, give them a rustic twist with old terracotta pots. It's easy, inexpensive, and full of charm.

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  • Joanna Gaines standing and talking
    By Christy Rae Ammons 12 days ago

    Recreate Joanna Gaines' $170 Fall Tapestry With A Simple Dollar Tree Hack

    Designer-inspired decor needn't break the bank. With basic tools, a couple Dollar Tree finds, and an affordable print, you can DIY a version of this tapestry.

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