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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...
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...
DIY Old Jeans Camera Strap Tutorial
Capturing moments as beautiful pictures helps us hold onto those moments forever. They get frozen in time, and we can always happily reflect back on them. Photography is a big part of many people’s lives, since we all care about capturing our favorite and most important memories. You can be a professional photographer or just an amateur with a good camera – either way, you’ll definitely need a camera strap to be able to carry the camera around and make as many great photographs as you possibly can! Find yo...
DIY Wooden Phone Stand
While I was tinkering around in my wood shop the other day I got a great idea for making a super simple and cool looking phone stand. I had so much fun making the first one that I made a second, and a third, and I'm heading out again today to make a fourth. Phone stands are very handy and helpful! They ensure you have a place to put your phone on and you know you’ll always find it there. It’s also good to use as a holder when you’re video-calling with someone. There are a ton of different DIY phone stand ...
DIY- Cookie cutters from Soda Cans
Have you ever wanted to know how to make cookie cutters? It’s time to get creative and make your own cookie cutters! If you can’t find the shape you are looking for, or you just don’t want to buy one, as expensive as they are, especially if it only to be used one time. The process of making delicious and fun-shaped DIY cookie cutters is far easier than you’d expect. Learn how to make all sorts of shapes from empty soda cans, so you can mold your cookies into whatever you want. A soda can might be the most...
How to Make a Balloon Arch
Balloon arches are such a fun addition to any celebration! They elevate the decor, emphasize the color scheme, and are a perfect way to put a custom spin on a party theme. A balloon arch is also a great backdrop for photos, dessert tables, and more. But they don't have to be difficult to put together or cost an arm and a leg. This simple tutorial walks you step by step through the process of creating your own custom balloon arch that looks just like the ones created by the pros! If there are no balloons, ...
DIY Bathtub Tray
As many of you know, bathtime isn’t just for getting clean. Add a good book, a glass of wine, and your favorite candle and you’re set for a relaxing evening of self-care. It’s hard to accomplish all of this without a handy bathtub tray. That’s where this tutorial and your woodworking skills come in. I mean, seriously. Is there anything better than a long bath with a glass of wine, some candles, and a good book? The answer is no. No, there is not. My favorite thing about this new setup is that I don’t even ...
Handmade Birthday Cards
For a special handmade touch, opt to make your next birthday card rather than picking up a generic store-bought card. Your friends and family will surely appreciate the effort and become awestruck by your talent (no need to tell them just how easy it was to make). Many crafters want to make their birthday cards to give to their friends but just don't have the time or money for expensive supplies. Watch the easy tutorial which demonstrates just how easy it is to make these fabulous watercolor birthday card...
Embroidered Leather Gift Card Holder
If you're getting gift cards for friends and coworkers this year, make the gift feel more unique and personalized with this embroidered leather card case. This tutorial will teach you how to embroider on leather (it's not as tricky as you'd think!) for a wallet-like feel to the case. It's pretty, elegant, and much more meaningful than a paper envelope. Think embroidering on leather is too difficult? This tutorial will show you how easy it is. Soon you'll be stitching on all your favorite leather items. Yo...
Mini Pocket Notebooks
I am still a little old-fashioned when it comes to taking notes and I usually have at least two pocket notebooks in my purse at all times (one for craft ideas and the other for making to do lists). I realized that I am also very picky when it comes to choosing the perfect notebook, and for those of you who are like me, I've got a solution for you! Follow the simple instructions to make your own personalized, budget-friendly pocket journal out of cereal boxes inspired by my favorite Moleskine notebooks. Ch...
DIY Sunglasses Bag
This is one of the simplest things I’ve made and one of the most useful, but also one of the cutest, due to the limitless possibilities. Made from only a small piece of fabric, you can utilize those leftover fabric scraps for this DIY sunglass case. You can also use a solid color or a plain white to get super creative with paint or embroidery details. Embellish these with creative art and stitching or sew them from some pretty fabric scraps you’ve been holding onto but not sure what to do with. Inex...
Gold Marbled Pencil Cup
The look of gold and all white decor is super popular right now, so when it come to items to sell, making those that follow a trend tend to always be top sellers. With Christmas coming up soon, DIY gifts are in high demand, or rather handmade gifts people can give when they don’t have the time to make anything themselves. Get busy crafting this creative office decor item, it is a really fast, cheap update for any desk area (if it is getting kinda boring). You can make them in white and gold or any c...
DIY Brushstroke Coasters
Add some soft pastel colors to your table setting or coffee table by making yourself a set of brushstroke coasters to use under drinks this spring. DIY Brushstroke Coasters — Showing you how to make DIY brushstroke coasters and a few simple ideas for entertaining with paper plates… the classy way. Obviously you can make these year round, but I love the punch of color they add for a Spring time palette! For another paper plate styling trick, stack different shapes and sized plates for a layere...