DIY 186 Ideabooks

Todd Bol has a background in international business development. More specifically: He used to help developing countries institute social change. He’d always been known to think big and globally. But this man of social generosity couldn’t have... more »

One of the most expensive elements of a well-designed home can be custom curtains. Throw in the fabric, lining, rods, rings and tracks, and before you know it, you've spent thousands of dollars. In this economy that's a tough sell. But one easy way to... more »

Whatever project I'm working on, I've found I enjoy it more — and am more likely to finish the tedious steps within that project — if the tools I use work well and are pleasing to look at. There's something about a quality tool that makes everything... more »

Homeowner Debbie Murray loves to decorate and always keeps her eye out for clever ideas. "I had noticed creative people on the Internet using pennies on floors and backsplashes, and I wanted something done in pennies," she says. "I said to my husband,... more »

Suffering from Carrara marble sticker shock, homeowner Jennifer Brown knew she had to get creative with the rest of the elements in her bathroom renovation. "We bought our house as a new build 13 years ago, and the master bath was the one room we didn't... more »

Do you enjoy crafting with delicious fabrics but run at the sight of a sewing machine? There is no need to feel left out, because each of these 11 projects can be completed without so much as a needle and thread. If you can cut, glue and staple, you have... more »

Terrariums have been popping up all over the place, from design portfolios to home store catalogs. What’s the attraction? It’s simple: convenience and style. Terrariums require little watering, take up little space and... more »

When Houzz user Dianne Rogers came across a dusty, cobweb-covered antique birdcage in Wilmington, North Carolina, she envisioned a fabulous chandelier. "It was authentic, old, iron and large — about 32 inches high, and it caught my imagination,"... more »

As the ultimate night of old Hollywood glitz and glam, the Academy Awards is a yearly celebration of awe-inspiring movies, gorgeous celebrities and, of course, over-the-top dresses. Although most of us won't get the chance to make a red carpet appearance,... more »

An intimate table set for two is always a special affair. This Valentine's Day, whether you're trying to impress a new romantic interest or refresh a relationship, try adding an unexpected jolt of color to your tablescape. Netherlands designer Sonia van... more »

A good butcher block is a fixture in any kitchen and contributes to the character of the food that is prepared there. It acquires a good seasoning the same way cast iron cookware does. Wood is durable but merciful to knives and can be refinished... more »

Painting older solid wood floors can give them new life without the expense and mess of refinishing them. It can also make your floors a beautiful design element in their own right, particularly with interesting patterns. It takes some time and... more »

You Houzzers never cease to amaze me. You're clever, resourceful and very handy! We put out the call for you to share your creative salvage ideas, and you answered with new uses for wine barrels, church pews, old windows, shutters, shipping containers,... more »

Paint may be the easiest way to update the look and feel of a room, but textiles come in a close second. Textiles add color, sophistication and texture to a room and can quickly change the style and feel with minimal effort. I've been on the... more »

Houzzers, I've noticed some of you sharing your reclaiming and salvaging accomplishments in the Comments section of Houzz contributor Bud Dietrich's ideabook Salvaged... more »