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DIY Hammock Chair
A DIY hanging chair can add a lot of personality to a space for much less than it would cost to buy a similar chair from the store. However, there are a few key factors to consider. For starters, some chairs will take a long time to make and you want to make sure your project turns out to be a comfy and stylish addition. This tutorials will teach you how to make a hanging chair with as little fuss as possible. Many of them will also show you how to properly secure the chair so that you know it's safe. Take...
How to Sew a Basic Face Mask
With only a little bit of sewing know-how, you can sew up a basic face mask that only requires you to sew in a straight line. It's a great pattern for those new to sewing or those who need a refresher and it only takes about 30 minutes to make. This free basic mask pattern is available for three sizes so you can make one for yourself and each person in your family. Keep in mind that your mask should ideally be made of three layers of fabric—a water-resistant outer layer, a middle layer that acts as a...
Easy to Make Denim Basket
You don't need ninja-like crafting skills to sink your teeth into this basket idea. While it takes a chunk of time to create, it's a great rainy day project that's easy-peasy to weave. Denim is such a versatile cloth piece, we all own at least a few pairs. Would you rather throw away your old denim or reuse them? For a while, I stacked my family’s old denim in a corner of my closet, but I had to find a solution to recycle them. So I came up with the idea of using denim strips to weave a basket. It’s...
Magnetic Organizer from a Cookie Sheet
A cookie sheet is usually magnetic, which makes it a perfect base for a magnetic organizer. To camouflage, the fact that the sheet is meant to be in the oven, line the back with reclaimed wood contact paper. Transform a simple cookie sheet into a handy magnetic organizer with a few simple supplies. Use this DIY organizing solution anywhere in your house! Use this organizer tray to organize makeup. Just cut pieces of magnetic tape to apply to your makeup and brushes. I found that the adhesive on the magne...
DIY Rustic Bath Caddy
Head to your local lumber yard and grab a bunch of wood for next to nothing for this bathroom project. The more aged and imperfect the wood is, the better this bath caddy will look. Today I’m sharing a simple and inexpensive way to incorporate rustic wood in your bathroom. Natural wood is a requirement for me in every space I design—it brings a warmth, timeless and casual feel to a room that can’t be replicated by anything else. And fortunately, it’s usually the cheapest and easiest material to find...
A-Frame Play Tent
Your kids won't want to leave these DIY play tents that are just for the kids, no adults allowed. A tent can become a magical world where your child is in charge of it all and can make-believe all day long. Making your own DIY play tent or fort is a great way to save money. You can buy one at the store for over $100 and it won't be as good of quality as one you can make yourself. If you can drill a hole in wood, then you make this DIY play tent. You'll use dowels and moulding to make an A-frame and then f...
DIY Fabric Closet Doors
One of the easiest ways to spark up your bedroom decor without painting the walls or replacing your furniture is to dress up your closet doors. Why have plain white doors when there are so many DIY ways to add color, pattern, or function without spending a bundle? Whether you want to have some fun in your kid's room or add a bit of whimsy to your own bedroom, you’re sure to find inspiration in this creative customization! Cursed with old, builder-grade closet doors? Who said that closet doors have to be s...
Fantastic Wall Pockets From Old Jeans
A tutorial for making some handy hanging pockets for your craft room, by repurposing your old jeans. With most pairs of jeans, there are actually five pockets. Two on the back of the jeans, two at the front. Then, the fifth pocket is the tiny one inside the front right pocket. One of my favorite things to upcycle is denim. When I need some hanging storage for the pegboard in my craft room, I instantly thought of jeans pockets. Even though I have used them in for craft storage, I think these hanging pocket...
How to Make DIY Copper Magazine Rack
The thing about collecting books and magazines is you need somewhere to put said books and magazines! Making your own home décor always feels much more personal and exciting than purchasing it. This DIY copper magazine rack is the perfect project to tackle if you're looking to add a stylish, but simple statement piece to your space. The best part? It's a piece of cake to build. The hardware aisle has become prime hunting-ground for do-it-yourself home decorators. Copper pipe and plumbing fittin...
DIY Adjustable Dog Collar
Sometimes DIY projects are a way of making something you might not otherwise be able to (easily) find. Sometimes they’re a way to get what you want for cheaper. Sometimes, if you’re lucky, you’ll find a project idea that gives you both. This is one of those ideas. There are a lot of dog collars out there. But they’re often not that cute, not that interesting, and not worth their price tag. If you only got to wear one piece of clothing everyday, wouldn’t you want it to be cute and interesting? Cute fabric ...
Upcycled Plaid Shirt Backpack
Stylish, low-cost, and easy—what more could you want in a DIY project? An old shirt can be made new again by using this tutorial to transform it into the perfect fall accessory. Recycle an old favorite flannel shirt into a reusable, washable cloth shopping backpack. Why yes! This can be done with the shirt your partner still wears from high school that they really shouldn’t. You can make it out of any shirt (but it makes a more personal touch if you make it out of a shirt that’s significant but may...
DIY Cat Tree with Step by Step Plan
Are you a cat owner, or do you know someone in your life who is? This is a very simple and easy to build DIY cat tree project that you can assemble within a reasonable budget! And your cat can have their own play condo. The design is pretty much like a big cat condo or a tree, and it has every spot in it that your cat would love to jump onto, play around hanging from the ledges or hide into! Stylish furniture isn’t for humans only, after all! Your furry fellows deserve the same special spots in the home pr...
5-minute Easy DIY Coffee Cozy from a Sock!
Warm up with a hot beverage without burning yourself with an easy DIY coffee cozy can be made from a mismatched sock in around 5 minutes! You can also make cup cozies from polar fleece scraps or other knit items. Good thing about this project is that making a cup cozy is so simple and fun to do. You can even take advantage of a pretty, mismatched sock that you would otherwise no longer be able to use. If you don’t have a mismatched sock you like, you can buy inexpensive pairs of socks on sale or at a dolla...
Kitchen Storage Solution: Pull-Out Pot Rack
If your cookware is a little less than display-ready, consider a handy hidden storage solution. While this DIY definitely takes a little more patience and planning, if you can source a slide-mount drawer slide it comes together relatively quickly. Don't hesitate to beef up your cabinet-making skills before tackling this project. The only time our pots and pans were truly organized was when they were new in the box—since then, it’s been “every pan for itself.” Pots and pans are difficult to organize; ...
DIY Pet Bed
Make your foray into furniture building by creating a new spot for the family pet. This project calls for furring strips and pine board, and the wood is fastened together using a joining jig, wood glue, and a nail gun to simplify the process. Learn how to build this easy DIY Pet Bed for only $12 in materials with this easy step-by-step guide! This is a great beginner project! I love the way it turned out, and the best part?? This thing cost under $12 in wood to build. I had the whole thing done in a co...