The previous owners made great small space-friendly decisions, and these two new proud new cabin owners took the project to the finish line.

This homeowner envisioned "a space that I could retreat to, disconnect, curl up with a magazine, and feel totally relaxed."

This homeowner's project cost her $0 because she used what she already had. But even if you had to buy all new supplies, your project total will come in under $100.

These homeowners took a value pack of MDF baseboards and made magic on their dining room walls.

"Everything in here was new, but it was builder-grade and looked pretty average," this homeowner says. But with some DIY touches, the new bathroom looks positively luxe.

Stuck on a project of your own? Let this intrepid DIYer's success inspire you to take it to the finish line.

Paint plus a little woodwork totally transform this once-uninspiring space.

This pro restorer used historic photos to help revive his 1960s aluminum trailer.

Before, the homeowner wasn't loving the color or the layout. But after, "words can't describe how beautiful the light is in the morning," she says.

"This kid's room was pretty boring for my boys' huge imagination," this mom and DIYer says of the plain before — so she gave it a redo fit for their personalities.

A layout change meant this reno was a big undertaking — but it had an equally big payoff.

The renter-friendly countertop on wheels is a must-see.

The "after" serves as vibrant dish storage.

"I am most proud that we completed this entire renovation on time and within budget!" this homeowner says. "That rarely happens to us."

A dripping paint effect without using paint? You'll have to see this staircase to believe it.

This DIY is popular for good reason! The stylish "after" is a far cry from the cluttered "before."

This muralist and her husband were looking for a way to make their bathroom feel more luxe without breaking the bank.

This homeowner decided to give her fireplace a more contemporary look and a little pop of color.

It's hard to keep a smile off your face when looking at the "after."

Taking on a home reno? Make sure you don't create any enemies during the process.

Handpainted walls, a homemade headboard, and a hand-built vanity, oh my!

These homeowners checked off everything on their dream laundry room list: a sink, built-in cabinetry, a tile backsplash, cool new countertops, and an exciting paint color.

The secret to the budget-friendly project: buying secondhand, shopping around, and DIYing it all.

This homeowner built a custom bench in her entryway to make life easier for herself, her guests, and her cat.

A perfectly good headboard gets a new life with a fresh boho-inspired look.

There's a little something for every style here.

A $550 project creates a cool spot for displaying vintage dishes.

"The before was dull," this renter says. "If the electric mirror wasn't present, the bathroom would've had no hope at all. It felt cold and unwelcoming — not in my dream home!"

A few simple but impactful changes make this room sing.

A husband-wife duo redesigned this 1988 bathroom.

This designer used several simple go-tos for making a room feel airier and lighter.

This IKEA hack didn't require any power tools.

A DIY accent wall and a designer-looking headboard for a fraction of the cost of store-bought? Yes please!

The lessons learned here? New hardware can work wonders on old furniture, your nightstands don't have to match exactly (or at all!), and creating a custom stencil can be a great way to create a one-of-a-kind look.

After a pricey quote from professionals, this homeowner looked to removing the popcorn ceilings herself but didn't want the mess. Here's how she transformed the ceiling instead.

This built-in project helps keep a family of five highly organized.

"Gosh, it's so hard to pick one thing that I love most," this homeowner says of the after. "I just love how the space feels. It is calming, bright, modern, minimal, and it makes me happy every time I walk into it."

When one blogger found this chair at Goodwill, she could envision it in her daughters' bathroom — just without the red paint.

By painting the walls, the whole room looks more vibrant, this homeowner says. Thrifted finds help to maintain a cozy feel throughout.

Come for the excellent art hanging and sourcing tips, stay for the clever way to disguise a TV.

A key ingredient in this transformation? Paint, of course.

These homeowners were ready for something a little more colorful (and luxe!)

"I got this project done within a week of thinking of it because I was just so excited about it," this DIYer says. "It didn't take long at all to install. I did it all by myself with no help — that's how easy it was!"

For under $100!

Interior designer Ashley Izsak's twin daughters used to share a room, but eventually, the tween girls were begging for their own rooms, and with a third kiddo on the way, as sentimental as it made Ashley feel splitting up the twins, it was finally time to shift things around.