Decor & Accessories

And it only takes about an hour.

Tired of your looking at your same old artwork? Try one of these ideas to switch up the look for free.

This DIY is easy and budget-friendly, so you can fill your whole home with gallery walls without breaking the bank.

Go beyond the BILLY bookcase.

This sofa used to be black, but I painted it brown. You can see how it looks, but I know what you’re thinking. Did it rub off on your pants? How does it feel? Is it stiff? Is it gummy? Can you scratch it with your fingernail? Does it peel? Does it stink? Does it poke you in the butt? Is it a tragic mess that will end up in a dumpster? Let me break it down for you. First, the paint I used was Angelus Brand Leather Paint in tan.

The key to making a table lamp is finding the correct socket set-up and mount. Some readymade kits already exist but, otherwise, you have to figure out what works best for your chosen vessel-turned-lamp base. I myself had a random wooden vase/candleholder that perfectly accommodated a basic globe shade from the hardware store. It was screaming to become a lamp, and I was more than happy to oblige.

It saved her TONS on upholstery costs.

If you’re a seasoned plant parent, you already know that finding planters to house your new fronds that also match your decor can be the most expensive aspect of the journey.

The after is more functional and more beautiful, too.

You can DIY a lot at home, but think twice before taking on these projects.

PSA: You do not have to paint all four walls of a space to make a big impact.

One of the fastest ways to update an existing table (either changing the look or the function) is to put new legs on it. And, one of the easiest ways to make a table is to find a flat surface and add legs. But where do you get good-looking legs that work? We’ve rounded up eight of our favorite places to buy online. (Pictured above) This modern invention can help you transform nearly any found or bought flat surface into a coffee table, dining table, bench or more!

Not everyone has a whole room to turn into a home office, but this project shows you can do a lot with a little.

Call it the fountain of furniture youth.

This summery material has found its way to the kitchen.

The results look seriously high-end.

All you need for most is painter's tape, a measuring tape, and a paint brush.

When you can't get a pro to come over, here's what to do.

These projects pack a lot of bang for not a lot of bucks.

Get ready to embrace one of the best trends of the '90s.

These clever DIYs include budget-friendly ideas, time savers, IKEA hacks, and more.