Easy DIY Projects

From creating simple home accessories from scratch to upgrading home-decor staples, these DIY projects are do-able by just about anyone.
Candle on bathroom countertop
Fancy Scented Candles Are Easier to Make Than You Think
Learn this DIY and never light another store-bought candle again.
Jen Wang
Sep 30, 2023
8 Easy Pumpkin Carving Designs No One Else on Your Block Will Have
Stand out from the crowd with one of these easy DIYs.
Katie Holdefehr
Sep 30, 2023
5 Reasons Your Toilet Might Be Running — And How to Fix It Yourself
HOME PROJECTS
You can make most of these fixes without any tools.
Emil Evans
Sep 30, 2023
Nate Berkus Shares How to DIY His Covetable Vintage Lamps
Looks like it’s time to hit the thrift store.
Olivia Harvey
Sep 29, 2023
How to Style Your Thanksgiving Table
Put those leftover pumpkins to good use!
Ann Loynd Burton
Sep 28, 2023
DIY This Fall Wreath and Never Drop Another Dollar on Fall Decor Again
HOME PROJECTS
You might already have everything you need on hand.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 29, 2023
A $5 Five Below Disco Ball Becomes the Sparkliest DIY Planter
It’s the most glittery, glam addition to any plant garden.
Arielle Tschinkel
Sep 28, 2023
I Turned a Bathroom Staple into the Maximalist Headboard of My Dreams
Home Projects
The results are so luxe, you can’t even tell it’s a DIY.
Heather Bien
Sep 27, 2023
An IKEA Hack & DIY Tub Paneling Transform a New-Build Bathroom
Home Projects
The tile from before looks totally refreshed, and the DIYer only spent about $53 to make it all happen.
Sarah Everett
Sep 25, 2023
3 Big Changes Make an All-White Living Room Color-Drenched and Cozy
HOME PROJECTS
“We spend way more time in here now than we did the first two years of living in the house,” says the homeowner.
Sarah Everett
Sep 24, 2023
An Easy IKEA Hack Brings Statement Shelving to This Bare Wall
HOME PROJECTS
Only a few steps were needed to give these IKEA shelves the look of custom built-ins.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 23, 2023
A Charcoal-Colored Cottage Gets an Adorable Pink and White Redo
HOME PROJECTS
Could this be Barbie’s dream cottage? Probably.
Sarah Everett
Sep 22, 2023
These Boring Bi-Fold Closet Doors Got a Custom, Luxe Makeover
Home Projects
Yes, they’re the same doors!
Abi Berwager Schreier
Sep 21, 2023
A Dated ‘90s Kitchen Gets a Low-Cost Redo with “Parisian Cafe Vibes”
HOME PROJECTS
The “after” feels fresh and lively.
Sarah Everett
Sep 20, 2023
3 Golden Rules for Refreshing Dated Oak Cabinets (No Paint Required)
Home Projects
These pro-approved tips are perfect for renters.
Kelly Dawson
Sep 20, 2023
Surprise! This Chic Playroom’s New $560 Storage Is Actually IKEA
HOME PROJECTS
The stylish storage isn’t the only improvement in this one-time dining room.
Sarah Everett
Sep 19, 2023
8 Must-Have Tools for Flipping Used Furniture, According to a Pro
Home Projects
If you want to try your hand at making over curbside finds or thrift store hidden gems, you need these tools.
Kelly Dawson
Sep 19, 2023
16 DIY Dog Bed Ideas That Prove Pet Ownership Can be Aesthetic
These dog beds are stylish enough to keep anywhere in your home.
Delesia Watson
Sep 18, 2023
A Blank Hallway’s Bold “Afro-Eclectic” Redo Has Must-See Ceiling Drama
Home Projects
While wallpaper didn’t work out in one spot, it totally paid off in another.
Sarah Everett
Sep 18, 2023
Those Trendy LED Corner Lamps on TikTok Are Super Easy to DIY
Skip the LED strip and opt for a much more sophisticated corner lamp instead.
Olivia Harvey
Sep 17, 2023
This Simple $2 Shower Curtain Upgrade Makes Your Bathroom So Chic
This is so cute and so easy.
Abby Monteil
Sep 17, 2023
These DIYers Turned a Playhouse into a Replica of Their Own Home
The kids love having “a mini version of our house that’s all theirs.”
Abby Monteil
Sep 17, 2023
This Easy, Dollar-Store DIY Gets Your Plants Halloween-Ready
If you're the type who leans more into subtle spooky decor, then you’ll love this creepy Halloween DIY project.
Olivia Harvey
Sep 17, 2023
5 Things to Know If You Want to Tackle Your First IKEA Hack
Home Projects
Inspired to take on an IKEA hack as a total beginner? Read this first.
Kelly Dawson
Sep 16, 2023
I Gave My Builder-Grade Mirror a Designer Look for Just $25
Home Projects
This DIY was super easy, but did require some patience. Here’s how I did it.
Heather Bien
Sep 15, 2023
22 Easy and Beautiful DIY Fall Wreaths to Get You in the Autumnal Spirit
Home Projects
These wreaths are the perfect way to welcome fall guests to your home.
Cat Meschia
Sep 14, 2023
I Painted the Doorways in My New Home and "Framed" Views of the Outdoors
REAL ESTATE
Black paint for the win, once again.
Shifrah Combiths
Sep 12, 2023
A “Dumping Ground” Bedroom Nook Gets Dreamy New DIY Built-Ins
HOME PROJECTS
“What I love most about the "after" of this project is that the space is now defined. It has a purpose,” the DIYer says.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 10, 2023
This $800 Laundry Room Redo Features a Hidden IKEA Hack
HOME PROJECTS
This hardworking space now has a home for everything.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 9, 2023
This Sleek Mushroom Lamp DIY Uses Unexpected IKEA Staples
“This is SO creative, clever, and the best mushroom lamp shape I’ve ever seen.”
Abby Monteil
Sep 7, 2023
“A Mundane Gray Box” Bedroom Gets a Beautiful Blue Redo for $950
HOME PROJECTS
The after is “the embodiment of maximalist design,” this homeowner says.
Sarah Everett
Sep 6, 2023
5 Gorgeous DIY Headboards Made with Unexpected Materials
HOME PROJECTS
Does your bed need an upgrade? Find your next DIY project here.
Kristin Marguerite Doidge
Sep 6, 2023
A ’90s Kitchen’s Big Reno Is “a Story of Splurges and Saves”
Home Projects
The footprint stayed the same, but the “after” looks so luxe.
Chloe Konrad
Sep 5, 2023
B&A: Bespoke Wall Treatments Give This Living Room a “Vintage Feel”
Home Projects
It feels both new and old.
Sarah Everett
Sep 4, 2023
This DIYer Used Her Seaglass Collection to Create an Accent Wall
The result is a beautiful mosaic of blues, greens, browns, and whites.
Abby Monteil
Sep 4, 2023
These DIY Sliding Mirror “Doors” Use an Unexpected Hardware Find
You’ll want to make your entire home a hall of mirrors after seeing this DIY project.
Olivia Harvey
Sep 3, 2023
Five Below’s Drippy Shelf Is Perfect for a Spooky Halloween Hack
Get ready for blood- and slime-inspired shelves.
Inigo Del Castillo
Sep 3, 2023
B&A: Upcycles and DIYs Transformed a 1910 Living Room for Just $1,060
HOME PROJECTS
One highlight: a hand-painted floral pattern on the walls.
Megan Baker Detloff
Sep 2, 2023
B&A: A Bathroom’s Builder-Grade Tile Gets a Maximalist Glow-Up
Home Projects
Tile paint for the win!
Sarah Everett
Sep 1, 2023
This TikToker Creates Keepsake Artwork with a Thrift-Store Staple
Keep your keepsakes out of the shoebox and enjoy them every day.
Olivia Harvey
Sep 1, 2023
This “Disappearing” Kitchen Island Turns into Storage When Not in Use
“Why are the simplest of designs also the most brilliant?”
Inigo Del Castillo
Sep 1, 2023
3 Easy Methods for Hanging a Door Mirror, the Small-Space Superhero
HOME PROJECTS
Free up floor space with this easy DIY upgrade.
Yelena Moroz Alpert
Aug 31, 2023
Want to Be a DIYer? Here’s What You Need to Know to Get Started.
Home Projects
If you’ve been dreaming of DIYing projects at home but aren’t sure where to start, this is for you.
Kelly Dawson
Aug 30, 2023
This Smart DIY Adds Extra Storage to an Underutilized Kitchen Spot
In just a couple of hours, you can give yourself added kitchen storage and make great use of what was once wasted space.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 30, 2023
This DIY “Beaded Keychain” Pool Float Is Totally ‘90s Nostalgia
If you ever made a beaded keychain shaped like a lizard, this pool float is for you.
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 27, 2023
Here's My Super-Easy Tip for Sourcing Home Decor and Furnishings
Home Projects
I’m an Apartment Therapy editor, and here’s the (free!) way I source my fave home decor — even without a link.
Sarah Everett
Aug 27, 2023
This School Supply Is the Easiest Way to Hang a Light Fixture
You won’t have to struggle with holding up the light.
Abby Monteil
Aug 24, 2023
16 Easy DIY Ideas for Decorating with Pumpkins
Home Projects
These simple ideas will help you transform your home for fall.
Cat Meschia
Aug 22, 2023
Watch a TikToker Swap Her Basic Boob Light for a Chic Chandelier
She also added moldings to the ceiling for wow factor.
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 20, 2023
This Bathroom Tile DIY Uses Only Paint, But You’d Never Know
The paint is holding up even better than she expected.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 20, 2023
The Essential $30 Amazon Find I Bought for My First Apartment and Still Use to This Day
It has everything I need as a renter.
Ian Burke
Aug 17, 2023
This Old-School Item from My Grandmother’s Table Is Making a Comeback
Style
It’s fun, whimsical, and food-inspired.
Kelsey Glennon
Aug 17, 2023
I DIY'd This Feature from Amanda Seyfried's NYC Apartment for Just $24
Style
It’s renter-friendly, too.
Kelsey Glennon
Aug 15, 2023
TikTokers Are Painting Ghosts on Thrifted Artwork, and It’s Adorable
They look boo-tiful.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 14, 2023
This TikToker Removed Popcorn Ceilings Using Just Hot Water
It’s so satisfying to watch.
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 14, 2023
A TikToker Used This $25 IKEA Staple to Make a Coffee Table
News and Culture
The result is more creative than you’d think.
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 13, 2023
This DIY Picture Rail Can Upgrade Your Gallery Wall
News and Culture
Although this can be found in old homes, it might be time to modernize it.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 13, 2023
This Instagram Hack Is One of the Prettiest Ways to Hide Your TV
Style
It doubles as a gallery wall, too.
Blair Donovan
Aug 13, 2023
There’s Another Peel-and-Stick Solution to Upgrade Your Walls
“The transformation is undeniable.”
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 11, 2023
This TikToker Upcycled an Armoire into a Coffee Bar
News & Culture
This is definitely an upgrade from a bar cart.
Noella Williams
Aug 9, 2023
This TikToker Turned This Dollar-Store Kitchen Item into an Earring Display
News and Culture
You’ll be surprised at the stylish result.
Olivia Harvey
Aug 8, 2023
Why It’s So Hard to Find a Contractor — And How to Make It Easier
Home Projects
If you feel like hiring pros is especially hard right now, you’re not imagining it. Here’s how to navigate the shortage.
Jennifer Prince
Aug 7, 2023
This TikTok Will Make You Want to Paint Your BILLY Bookcase Hot Pink
One TikToker is making the case for transforming your IKEA BILLY bookcase into something a little more whimsical.
Arielle Tschinkel
Aug 7, 2023
This DIY Hack Can Make Glass Cabinets Softer, Chicer, and Neater
Style
Glass doors don’t usually offer much privacy, but now they can — and they can do it with style.
Savannah West
Aug 7, 2023
7 Tips for Flipping Outdoor Furniture and Making Your New Look Last
Home Projects
If you’re going to put the time into a redo, make sure you do it right.
Sydney Wingfield
Aug 4, 2023
10 Chic Rattan Coffee Tables That Will Brighten Up Your Home
Starting at $50!
Nic Dobija-Nootens
Aug 4, 2023
3 Golden Rules of Finishing a Weekend DIY, According to Serial DIYers
Home Projects
Yes, it can be done! Here’s how.
Jennifer Prince
Aug 3, 2023
You Won't Even Recognize IKEA in These 10 High-End Hacks
A little elbow grease can transform bargain staples into something totally luxe-looking.
Heather Bien
Aug 1, 2023
Drop the Paint Brush and Try One of These Mess-Free Home DIYs Instead
Home Projects
They might be no-paint, but they’re still full-color.
Cat Meschia
Jul 31, 2023
This TikToker’s Renter-Friendly Plant Window DIY Upgrades His View
If you have a less-than-ideal view, add this project to your to-do list.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 30, 2023
This DIYer Literally Embroidered Her IKEA Table & It Looks Amazing
It looks so unique.
Inigo Del Castillo
Jul 30, 2023
B&A: A 1970s “Pea Soup” Bathroom Gets a Serene Redo for Under $1,000
Home Projects
Before, this DIYer says, using the bathroom was like “peeing in a pea-soup cave.” A quick redo changed that!
Kelly Dawson
Jul 29, 2023