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What do you with all those tiny hotel soap bars? Aside from using them in your travel kit, you can turn them into homemade liquid hand soap. Liquid soap is way cheaper and less messy than a bar of soap. Here’s a simple step by step guide, you just need a few additional ingredients. This … Read more
Junkyard finds often make awesome DIY home decors. Scavenged materials can help make your home’s interior look unique, unlike the cookie cutter styles that you often see in magazines these days. If you’re lucky, you can even find a bit of history in junkyards, as some people throw away broken antiques in favor of more modern furniture. The best part? Junkyard finds … Read more
This cool DIY stove is made of recycled wire hangers and rocks, inspired by the ones used by Tibetan nomads. Called a “thab,” it effectively reduces cooking time, perfect for those who enjoy spending time outdoors. This design by Liz To has received awards from the Association of Canadian Industrial Designers and the British Columbia … Read more
Does your home need an upgrade? When it comes to home improvement, you don’t have to spend thousands on renovations. Here are some quick, easy, and affordable changes you can make that will have a huge impact on your home. The best part? Each hack costs $1 or less. Shine cracked sofas with shoe polish Leather sofas … Read more
Are empty milk jugs piling up in your kitchen? Milk jugs are the perfect DIY material as they are flexible, lightweight and sturdy. You can recycle these everyday containers in a lot of ways. Turn milk jugs into decorations, re-purpose them for gardening or storage, or make them the basis for a craft project for kids! Folks from Homeandgardeningideas.com gathered 15 smarts ways … Read more
Here’s another amazing way to recycle old tires: turn them into these amazing planters. Smaller tires can be transformed into hanging baskets and will look gorgeous with flowers or air plants. You can also start a mini vegetable garden using bigger tires. Paint them in a variety of colors and no one will guess that these garden accessories were made from … Read more
Warm weather usually encourages the growth of disgusting mold and mildew. These fungi grow indoors on moist surfaces such as bathroom tiles and under the kitchen sink. What’s more, they can trigger allergies and cause respiratory diseases. Unfortunately, getting rid of mold and mildew can be quite a challenge. Instead of buying commercial cleaning products … Read more
Have you ever heard about brown bag flooring? The tutorial is so easy, and you can ask kids to help you out. Here’s an easy tutorial for creating a unique and budget-friendly brown paper bag floor. It’s a fun DIY project that gives your floors a warm, textured look, perfect for any space. Materials You’ll … Read more
Do you have limited floor space but need more storage? This gorgeous DIY open closet is perfect for you. It mainly uses wood and metal, durable materials that will give you your money’s worth. You can even adjust the shelving height of this industrial-style cabinet. Check out the tutorial from Ana-white.com below. How to Build an Open Style Closet
There are many ways to decorate a mason jar and today’s DIY tutorial is a great addition to that long list. When colors start to stick to the jar, you will be amazed at the transformation. It is a colorful project that effortlessly adds glamour to your home. What you need: Spray paint (Black, silver, gold) A basin … Read more