DIY 187 Ideabooks

If you're a crafter, it is important to stock your creative space with basics: scissors, rulers, paper, pencils. Decoupage glue should be on that list of materials as well,... more »

There are few things better than partying down with friends and family, but our small home's current design isn't ideal for hosting even one person — let alone a whole crew. While our interior is highly lacking in the space category, our exterior... more »

Linen, muslin, drop cloth and duck fabric are all inexpensive and versatile options that can help you revamp a space. Since these fabrics are usually neutral in color, are durable and can be found at many fabric, craft and hardware stores, they're great... more »

Style and comfort go hand in hand when I'm designing a space. Whether it's a bedroom or the outdoors, a bit of texture can transform an austere space into an inviting retreat. Pillows in bright colors and beautiful patterns are one of the easiest ways... more »

If you're anything like me, you don't bat an eye at adorning your interior walls with colorful accessories. So why does your fence remain a blank slate? Take advantage of the vertical space your fence provides by enhancing it with potted... more »

Burlap is one of the most popular utility fabrics and a great material to have in your arsenal for home projects. It is durable, versatile and surprisingly strong even though it has a very loose weave. The textural quality of burlap can complement... more »

Ombré, big in fashion, can also be infused into your home decor. And when you apply the gradient effect to your favorite pieces yourself, you have control over the result, making it bold and bright or more subtle to suit your... more »

Another home improvement project, another surprise — it seems like around every corner, under every board and behind every wall, the little fixer-upper home my husband and I share has a surprise waiting for us to unearth. After our most recent... more »

Sometimes a quick spruce-up is all we need to make our home feel fresh and inviting. Something as simple as a new and colorful kitchen towel can instantly brighten a space. See how a bit of paint, fabric medium and tape can transform basic flour sack... more »

Spring cleaning may be over, but with summer upon us, it may be time to spruce things up by getting organized.... more »

No matter how many cabinets we have or how large our pantry is, my husband and I never seem to have enough kitchen storage. Things end up jammed into the cupboards with little organization — or even worse, there's a cluttered mess on our counters visible... more »

Do you swoon over beautiful interiors in your favorite design books, glossy magazines and Houzz photos? Do you see these images and feel underwhelmed by your own space? Beautiful interior photography is often the product of a professional photographer... more »

Interior photography can seem like an art form limited to glossy magazines and flashy design websites. But even if your home is far from being featured in Dwell, you can still benefit from having a few quality... more »

Are your cupboards packed with baking relics from a past era? Over the years kitchens tend to accumulate old baking sheets, pie tins and muffin pans. Their patina and wear may make them unsuitable for cooking, but these pieces need not be... more »

Sometimes the most simple DIYs are the most gratifying. Lately I've been feeling bored with the current look of my desk and decided my mousepad could use a makeover. After gathering some basic supplies I set to work, and 10 minutes later my project was... more »