Home Projects

The kids love it.

You can add your own flair with just a few bucks and some patience.

You’d never guess this piece of furniture was once a standard IKEA bookcase.

See how the home went from a mess to a masterpiece.

The guiding words for this project: "vintage New England with a twist."

They're easy and affordable!

And it only takes a few seconds.

Before you rip out your kitchen cabinets, try flipping them first (literally).

With some clever DIY, this bookshelf is completely unrecognizable.

Give your kitchen a mini makeover!

The "after" is total cottagecore inspiration.

This might be one of the easiest IKEA hacks we've ever seen.

The tiniest, most adorable kitchens you ever did see.

Visions of Paris inspired this cozy makeover.

For less than $50.

It's got a neutral palette, but it's still a showstopper.

Not every DIY is cake walk, but we've got the tips to carry you through.

The "after" looks much brighter and cleaner, and the vanity is unrecognizable.

"I have always had very colorful hair and clothes," this renter says. "I decided to surround myself in colorful surroundings."

This stacking method is both stylish and genius.

The kitchen and home office both incorporate coastal elements in this sophisticated makeover.

Whether you have an old hand-me-down dresser or a past-its-prime IKEA one, these DIYs will give you plenty of ideas for giving it a new life.

That's one way to make an accent wall!

Lots of DIY and plenty of resourcefulness helped keep costs down in this 2000s builder-grade bathroom makeover.

Cheers to budget-friendly renovations.

This redo is packed with personality — and a couple budget-friendly makeover ideas, too.

It's a DIY of epic (food) proportions.

One commenter called it IKEA hack of the month.

A less-than-exciting fireplace became a bold focal point.

“I was blown away by how much I didn’t know."

Make sure it looks perfect in any type of weather.

I'm so glad I found it.

The guest bathroom in this Victorian-era home said goodbye to its wild carpet and hello to statement-making tile.

It's not just an upcycle — it's a *glow-up*-cycle.

It's an easy DIY, and the result is eggsactly what you need.

Updating the surroundings allowed the bathroom's retro charm to come through.

"I had never done stenciling before, so I was nervous, but once I started it was a really peaceful, slow process," this DIYer says of her cheery paint project.

Paint, tile, and new seating are a winning combo in this cozy cabin living room.

Get inspired by these kitchen cabinets, which range from barely-there light ash wood to rich walnut tones.

The solution is probably already in your craft closet.

The headboard is a highlight, but this redo is simply packed with clever DIYs and hacks.

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These projects are all beginner-friendly, and some take mere minutes to pull off.

"It looks just like marble!"

These DIYs help create designated spaces for everything in your life.

"I love color and have been painting faux ‘wallpaper’ all over the house," this homeowner explains.

You'll need a paper template, painter's tape, and a little patience.

And you're going to want one.

Paint and peel-and-stick wallpaper played a major role in this makeover.

You can fill a whole wall.

This accent wall is pure sunshine.

A perfect, last minute gift

Fairytale home library? Yes, please.

The new look is relaxed and inviting — perfect for the growing family that lives there.

Whether you hate it or love it, open shelving in kitchens has proven to be a trend with staying power.

This smart redo is small-space living exemplified.

Take a lesson from my reno missteps.

Miscellaneous storage has never looked more beautiful.

Wait until you see the fridge.

It looks like an elegant nook, and not a laundry area.

In this bathroom, every wall is a feature wall.

It's so easy, it'll make you say, “Why didn’t I think of that sooner?”

Find yourself a new favorite spot in your house.

After a few setbacks, this intrepid DIYer figured out how to make her dream accent wall a reality.

These things are just taking up precious room in your home. Here's how to toss them guilt-free.

That old world charm is just a few DIY days away.

“Great example of how oak works if done right.”

The makeover blends traditional touches with modern embellishments.

Bye, green carpet and rusted clawfoot tub.

Dividing this giant room into zones helps make room for family hangouts, entertaining, movie nights, and more.

Small-space tips and renter-friendly advice incoming!

The newly made over space is unrecognizable.