DIY Decor & Accessory Home Projects

“This is Christmas magic."

Easy Christmas decorations that look gorgeous.

You weren't using that cassette holder anyway.

Pool noodles aren't just for the summer.

A dripping paint effect without using paint? You'll have to see this staircase to believe it.

It's so much more fun than dusting.

Try this instead.

If you’re looking for a no-fuss easy way to decorate, Christmas wreaths are a festive way to welcome the revelry of the season.

A few additions went a long way in helping this underutilized space reach its potential.

A $550 project creates a cool spot for displaying vintage dishes.

This little detail is the difference between good and great.

Don't let your artistic skill-level prevent you from creating your own masterpiece.

Are you a plant lover AND a salsa lover? This quick DIY is for you.

Here's what we learned.

Skip the tape, and try this painting trick instead.

With the right decorations, you can turn even the darkest, tiniest of spaces into a quaint home office.

A whole new world of paint will open up to you.

It looks like the real thing.

Want to try repurposing some indoor furniture for outdoor use? Here's how to do it right.

Create your own statement pieces with these tips.

Your neighbors will ooh and aah and trick-or-treaters will absolutely beware.

A new homeowner asked the Home Improvement subreddit for advice and got hundreds of responses

It even has Halloween decorations!

Grab some Modge Podge and food coloring.

Activated charcoal and aloe are the two darlings of the beauty world right now, showing up in drugstore products, high-end cleansers and DIY recipes alike. This homemade face mask recipe combines the two star ingredients into the simplest skin detox around. Remember those blackhead-removing strips that were so fun as a teen? Consider this their trendy, grown-up cousin. So, what is activated charcoal, anyway?

Old becomes new with these inspiring design tweaks.

B&W Nautilus speakers are legendary, both for their audio performance and their iconic cabinet shape. No surprise, audiophile loudspeakers like this are for rare and expensive, probably the reason IKEA Hacker, Damir Paco of Denmark, dreamt up a much more affordable DIY version using a trio of IKEA wood salad bowls and some BAREN clothes hooks…The inspiration? The Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus are fashioned after the beautiful marine creature with the logarithmic spiral shell.

TikTok saves the day again with this DIY art hack.

Long time readers may remember father and small space problem solver Jason who built his daughter Annabelle a stylish crib (above) to fit into a nook that was a few inches too small for a traditional crib. He took charge of his home and made it work for his family. As they all do, Annabelle grew up and was ready for a big girl bed. Here’s how Jason converted the crib into a toddler bed…and then back again when brother William joined the family!

Welcome to “The A Line”! In every episode of this new video series, we visit two homes that have an identical floorplan – and see how its inhabitants use the same space in different ways. Today we travel to Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, where two growing families struggle to adapt their space and make room for their changing lifestyles. Ana and her husband have two kids and have chosen to live in their space for a while before they decide what renovations to make.

This is a pearl of wisdom that I received years ago and wanted to bring back right now. When in need of a really simple, nice, natural material desk, use IKEA butcherblock countertop (which is cuttable, sandable, stainable and paintable) and some cool legs (like the Vika Inge style seen here, which has been replaced with Vika Runtorp).

Get your floors Halloween ready.

Streamline your home’s energy usage wherever you can? It’s a no brainer, for both your personal finances and for the common good. Simply unplug the vampire appliances sucking you dry, make little tweaks to your mindset, and get your home up to snuff. Just a few little improvements can really bring your numbers down and increase savings over time. Assess Your Home’s Situation: Get a handle on your home’s energy use, and identify what’s needlessly using up resources.

Insects get antsy this season, bugging out over the warmer weather, and emerge from their winter hideouts eager for spring. You’re more apt to share space as they move around and seek out new homes for the season. Instead of warily eyeing them (bracing yourself for a sting or bite), stake your claim and prevent creepy crawlies from winning your turf war.

Spring cleaning is just around the corner. Rather than rallying the mental and physical energy to gather tools and make cleaners right before you start the actual cleaning, get everything ready to go beforehand and stored in the smart and sensible place. Having your supplies organized feels great and makes one less hurdle for you to climb before getting started.

Create your own autumnal-inspired centerpiece now that fall is finally in full swing.

Personalize your planner to work uniquely for you.

You can build your own decorations using a little DIY spirit.

Make your home Halloween chic.

Casual Halloween fans need not apply.

This spooky, large-scale DIY can be done for under $120.

Soaking in a nice hot tub of bubbles at the end of the day is a small luxury that can make a big difference. If you make your own, you can choose what scents you want to soak in, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what’s going on your skin. Also, it can a lot cheaper and just as luxurious as the fancy kinds. The key to a successful homemade bubble bath is to get a good mix of essential oils and the right amount of bubbles.

Back in 2020, a handful of TikTokers began showing their followers how to make DIY cloud walls and ceilings using LED light strips, poster board, and a whole bunch of polyester fiberfill. The trend went viral and it’s perfect for the upcoming Halloween season. TikTok user Aurélie Bouti (@aureliestoryy) has been posting videos of her media center cloud wall, and the ambiance it’s creating is just right for spooky season.

Making a statement with mirrors has never been easier.

And it's easier than you think.

So what’s the deal with vinyl spray paint: does it work, or is it a waste of time? I put three different paints to the test on three of the exact same chairs and was pretty surprised with the results. Hint: as it turns out, vinyl and fabric spray paint can actually work! There are some pretty impressive Before & Afters floating around of old, ugly vinyl furniture having been given new life with paint.

Yes, I'm giving you permission to play with your food.

Get more mileage out of your well-loved basics.

How to paint plastic without it chipping, cracking or flaking.

Let’s face it, baseboard radiators are ugly. They’re boxy, often institutional beige, and they tend to accumulate scuffs and splotches of rust. But baseboard radiators do serve an important purpose, and those of us who rely on them to heat our homes are more or less stuck with them. Fortunately, there are ways to work around these wall-space-hogging eyesores, and painting your baseboard heater covers to match your home’s walls or trim is a great place to start.

She said it best herself, "Sometimes… you need a dunk tank.”

"I counted how many times I used the stairs in question over the course of one day, and it was over 30!" this DIYer says. "That’s a lot of time to be in boring decor. It deserved a makeover."

If you're looking to squeeze a lot of function into a small space, there are better options than a standard nightstand.

No demo necessary.

Gothcore vibes.

From customized backpacks to ultra-practical desk organizers, these simple DIYs will get the school year off on the right track.

But by the end of the video, commenters couldn’t believe how incredible the final result is.

With careful thought, preparation, and a good amount of creativity, you can make small but still really impactful changes to your space on a tighter budget.

No matter how handy you might consider yourself to be, DIY home projects are always an exercise in creativity, humility, and, of course, patience.

That plant shelf is probably pretty full already, but there’s always room for just one more.

The project only cost $60.

From chalky finish paint to spray paint and many shades of craft paint in between.

Whether you have hand-me-down lamps that need modernizing, thrift store finds that could use a glow-up, or pieces you’ve purchased that no longer serve your aesthetic.

You don't need to shell out for a gallon — or even a quart! — for these small paint projects.

From painting over an old canvas to sprucing up a tired frame, there are a number of ways to give outdated artwork a modern makeover. Once you’ve found your diamond in the rough, here are nine different ways to freshen it up.

Home DIYer and blogger Kristen Johnson upcycled her recycling bin contents by giving a plastic planter new life.

With a little bit of paint and some glue, your house just got a whole lot classier.

Whether you’re a maximalist to your core or you’re looking to dip your toe in the coastal grandmother trend, you can find DIYs here to suit your style.

Just because your sofa may have a few rips, stains, or sunken cushions doesn’t mean you have to break the bank by purchasing a new one

Halloween might still be a few months away, but it’s never too early to get in the spirit of the season.

No hardwiring required.

Laptops have become an indispensable part of life. With busy schedules and long commutes (and especially now that many things in life are virtual!) your laptop is likely your most crucial accessory. The MacBook has quickly risen to the top of the pack when it comes to laptops, but over time, the battery on your MacBook can suffer a shorter life than when you first purchased it. In this article, we’ll give you some tips and tricks for how to make the battery last longer on a MacBook.