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I never quite felt like a real adult until I framed my first piece of art. All through college, I pinned giant collages of unframed art to my walls like a life-size scrapbook. Post-grad, I’ve slowly started framing my favorite pieces. Custom framing is expensive, so I scour thrift stores for well-made frames with glass and hit up my local art supply store for the rest of what I need to do my own custom framing. Ready to get started?

Here's everything you need to know about using Command strips like a pro.

Don’t skip this step.

It would have changed the way I worked.

This might be the easiest way to remove drywall anchors ever.

It uses something you probably already have.

This is a home repair essential.

It’s not your brush!

This hack doesn’t work for everything.

You don't need anything fancy to get the job done.

This might be an easy DIY fix.

It’s one of the easiest methods.

You might be surprised at which is which.

Learn how a pro with three decades of remodeling experience finds a stud the right way.

Feeling like you just can’t get the super-smooth finish of your dreams? The pros are here to help.

If you're a DIY newbie like me, you need to read this.

This mistake cost me a lot of time and money.

Here's what you'll need to DIY a professional-looking paint job.

Smelling a gross rotten egg stench at home? It could be nothing — or it could be something really dangerous.

You’ll be able to use this skill in tons of different projects.

It takes just a minute, but it could save you hundreds of dollars in the future.

Make all your IKEA hacks and upgrades really count by painting them the right way.

Even Gaines has had to repaint a room when she didn’t love the color — and here’s how she says you can avoid that.

Experts share when you can DIY it and when the project is best left to professionals.

It’s a DIYer’s dream!

These pests stink — literally. Here’s how to deal.

Want your caulk to look like a pro did it? Read this.

Heat waves aren't a rarity anymore. These tricks will help you beat even the most brutal heat.

These suggestions are brilliant.

You’ll want to save this DIY for later.

It’s so simple but so brilliant.

Here’s the scoop from DIY experts.

It’s counterintuitive, but he swears by it.

It costs under $5 and you can do it in under five minutes.

It takes just 5 minutes — and you probably already have everything you need to do it, too.

Follow this pro’s advice to turn your wall into a win.

This trick is pro-approved.

If you want that cool rustic look, read this first.

Save this for later.

You only need to get the basics down to be able to unlock a whole world of DIY decor.

If you want pro-looking results, you need to follow these steps.

The most boring software on your computer just got a whole lot more chic.

There are a few things to keep in mind.