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They Transformed Their Dark, Dated Dutch 1939 House for $70K Tours

They tackled everything from outdated wiring and plumbing to dark wood and beige finishes, doing much of the renovation themselves and gradually filling the 1939 home with color and plenty of DIY personality.

Adrienne Breaux

Aug 17, 2026

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This Cozy ’90s-Inspired Tree House-Themed Bed Nook Was Once a Kitchen Home Projects

Here’s a home renovation you don’t hear about every day: turning a bedroom into a kitchen, and vice versa. But several months ago, Emma Shoemaker (@shoemakesnew) decided to do exactly that, swapping her kitchen and her 4-year-old son Theo’s bedroom.

Cullen Ormond

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Ditch Overhead Lights: This $20 Projector Instantly Transforms Any Room’s Ambiance Life

It adds so much fun to your space!

Nicole Lund

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This “Mesmerizing” Viral IKEA Lamp Is Back for 2026 Decorating

I don’t say this often, but seriously, this whimsical find is sure to sell out soon.

Emma Dangel

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A Designer Made Her Rental Feel Warm and Layered Without Renovating Tours

Designer Nataliya Gerasimova transformed her Bellevue rental with natural materials, sculptural furniture, and layered textures, creating a warm, inviting home for herself, her husband, and their dog — without making permanent renovation changes.

Adrienne Breaux

yesterday

These Vintage Thrift Store Finds Can Be Worth Hundreds of Dollars Decorating

Every time I shop secondhand, I’m on the lookout for this one coveted vintage item. A complete set can be worth hundreds!

Wendy Rose Gould

yesterday

This Cozy 2-in-1 Blanket I Love Is Also My Favorite Gift to Give All My Friends Life

As the temps drop, my excitement for a cozy moment ramps up. And there’s nothing quite like the feeling of shedding the day’s stress and melting into pure, unadulterated comfort — aka my couch. A few months ago I was looking to upgrade my cold-weather relaxation routine, and I found the best 2-in-1 weighted and heated electric blanket that’s totally transformed my evening relaxation routine.

Cheryl Fenton

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Her 5 Tips Transformed My Cluttered Medicine Cabinet — Now I Have Ample Bathroom Storage Organizing

A pro organizer shared her best advice.

Heather Bien

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Before and After: Big Risks Pay off in This $2000 Small Home Office Redo Home Projects

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Megan Baker Detloff

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They Wanted a Tiny Bathroom to Look Vintage (and Nailed It!)Home Projects

Renovating a home yourself can take a while — especially if it’s an older space that’s been patched or updated occasionally over the years. When Nicole McQuade and her husband moved into their historic Richmond, Virginia, home eight years ago, they tackled renovations room by room.

LJ Smelker

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