Using a few basic supplies from your local craft store (plus some odds and ends you may already have on hand!), here's how to make your own sunburst mirror to hang on your porch or patio. I spent under $10 and just a couple of hours to make this mirror out of a simple mirrored candle plate and some wooden dowels. Follow my exact template or make your own pattern! More

Fancy an outdoor rolling bar cart? Or a succulent scrap wood table? How about a shade sail or some wine crate planter boxes? Make the most of the outdoors this summer with one (or more!) of these 15 DIY projects.

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When graphic designer Lydia decided to upgrade the lighting in her reading nook, she knew she could create a high-end look for less by using humble materials to create a one of a kind fixture. With nothing more than an IKEA socket and lamp, sisal, paint and craft balls, she created a simple light that adds a touch of glamour to a comfy reading corner.

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I'm smitten with these elegant DIY party lights made from cupcake liners. I came across this project on Oh Happy Day and immediately thought of you, my fellow DIYers. Ok, technically I first thought of cupcakes, but then I thought of all of you. More

Short on space and lack a headboard? Pegboard, our favorite kitchen and workshop workhorse, may just be the solution you've been looking for. Carmel from Our Fifth House transforms her boy's bedroom from bland to brilliant with a Union Jack paint job and inexpensive material. More

Sometimes being bold and taking risks in home projects pays off — you improve the look of your home, save some money, and even have some fun! But what's the other side of the coin? Disaster, of course! Sometimes the best laid plans for a seemingly simple project around the house can implode right before your eyes... More

My philosophy about technology in the home is akin to a strict private school headmaster's opinion about children: technology should neither be seen nor heard until required/requested. Even though Apple's Airport router is fairly benign aesthetically, I prefer to keep the wireless router tucked inside a floating shelf, next to other blinking light culprits like the cable modem and home security system, a trio of otherwise mismatched clutter if left out all together. But what if you have to keep a device out in the open? That's what Ana Maria faced with her eyesore device until she devised a brilliant solution... More

Here is an easy way to re-use ordinary glass bottles and turn them into customized vases. Fun and simple, this would make a great project for kids and adults alike. More

Here it comes, the season everyone longs for during the darker, colder months of the year. Life at home slows down a bit and there isn't much to stress about during the generally lazy, hazy days, except for when the high temps really kick in. If your home doesn't have AC (or you are choosing to leave it off as much as possible) you can feel stuck, especially when it comes to getting a restful nights sleep. More

Listen up, folks: we only get a few three-day weekends each year and so it's up to each of us to make the most of them. Oh sure, you'll want to take some down time to drink some beer and bask in the sun. There's still plenty of time for a little DIYing. Check out these 30 projects for 3-day weekend inspiration. More