DIY Home Projects

You have to see the "built-in" dresser for yourself. (Hint: It's the same knotty oak one from before.)

A DIY bed, shelving, desk, and mural make for a pretty cool kid's room — and one lucky kid.

A few smart details make these built-ins look totally luxe (even though they were DIY)!

Staple gun + stretchy velvet fabric for the win.

From storage to a sink to ample folding space, the "after" has it all and looks great, too.

Sometimes you just need a persistent (read: pushy) family member to finally finish a project you've been meaning to get to. For my parents, that person is me.

With some budget-friendly, big-impact solutions!

DIYs and vintage finds make a once-dingy bathroom quaint and cozy.

This part-DIY, part-pro reno made the most of a teeny galley kitchen.

This bathroom redo is full of luxe details done through DIY.

"I always shop my own home first and think it worked out," this DIYer says of her high-impact, low-budget entryway redo.

From big box to bespoke, these nightstands get an ultra-colorful and patterned redo.

Even though RVs and campers often come in shades of beige and brown, they don't have to stay that way, according to this intrepid DIYer.

The before? Boring and a little dysfunctional. The after? A dream combo of stylish and practical.

From customized backpacks to ultra-practical desk organizers, these simple DIYs will get the school year off on the right track.

Here are eight of the best ones on the market right now.

A little contact paper goes a long way in this teeny kitchen.

Is it gray? Is it green? Is it blue? Trick question, it's all three!

The redo was done with two small paint projects that took a few hours each.

In the latest episode of the HGTV series, Jenn gave their home (including the kitchen and living room) some functional and modern upgrades.

This complete basement overhaul was a three-year labor of love.

But by the end of the video, commenters couldn’t believe how incredible the final result is.

"Cheers" to a vintage-inspired home for vintage glassware!

Neutral? We don't know her.

A painted fireplace, DIY slat wall, fresh paint, and a DIY ottoman really make this gathering space sing. Now, you can't even tell it's a basement.

A lot of cat beds stick out like a sore thumb, so to remedy this, one designer has turned it into something else: a side table.

This closet redo makes a space for everything.

With careful thought, preparation, and a good amount of creativity, you can make small but still really impactful changes to your space on a tighter budget.

And it’s far from kitschy.

New tile (and paint that looks like tile) completely transform this once-dated space.

This homeowner has some great advice for styling shelves.

No matter how handy you might consider yourself to be, DIY home projects are always an exercise in creativity, humility, and, of course, patience.

The results are warm and cozy, but still bright and inviting.

That plant shelf is probably pretty full already, but there’s always room for just one more.

Strategic wallpaper placement helped up the drama in this sophisticated dining room redo.

The project only cost $60.

The space was trapped in the early 2000s, but a DIY redo filled with luxe touches totally changed that.

From chalky finish paint to spray paint and many shades of craft paint in between.

Because some functional essentials in your home are not so appealing to look at when not in use — like your television. 

Sometimes it just takes a little bit of upgrading for a furniture piece to be functional and presentable in your home.

Whether you have hand-me-down lamps that need modernizing, thrift store finds that could use a glow-up, or pieces you’ve purchased that no longer serve your aesthetic.

You don't need to shell out for a gallon — or even a quart! — for these small paint projects.

"My three goals were to make the room fancy, fun and functional and I believe that I achieved all three," this DIYer says — the perfect trio for a formal-meets-family-friendly dining room.

From painting over an old canvas to sprucing up a tired frame, there are a number of ways to give outdated artwork a modern makeover. Once you’ve found your diamond in the rough, here are nine different ways to freshen it up.

Home DIYer and blogger Kristen Johnson upcycled her recycling bin contents by giving a plastic planter new life.

A brownish gray kitchen becomes a fun, retro-looking cook space — no demo required.

With a little bit of paint and some glue, your house just got a whole lot classier.

Whether you’re a maximalist to your core or you’re looking to dip your toe in the coastal grandmother trend, you can find DIYs here to suit your style.

Just because your sofa may have a few rips, stains, or sunken cushions doesn’t mean you have to break the bank by purchasing a new one

Kari Rezac and her boyfriend ditched the carpet and dated features and DIYed a fresh new space.

This relatively little project that had seriously big payoff.

Halloween might still be a few months away, but it’s never too early to get in the spirit of the season.

The new color is bold and bright — just what this windowless bathroom needed.

No hardwiring required.

Major MCM-spiration incoming.

Simple paint projects make a major difference in this now-rainbow-hued room.

The former owner of the piece loves the new look, too.

Laptops have become an indispensable part of life. With busy schedules and long commutes (and especially now that many things in life are virtual!) your laptop is likely your most crucial accessory. The MacBook has quickly risen to the top of the pack when it comes to laptops, but over time, the battery on your MacBook can suffer a shorter life than when you first purchased it. In this article, we’ll give you some tips and tricks for how to make the battery last longer on a MacBook.

The multiple projects involved in this room redo help give it tons of character.

The DIY redo includes practical features like desk space, storage, and even a new set of doors.

Journey with us through ROYGBIV to see our favorite, most colorful room makeovers.

"The after is just an entire vibe!" this DIYer says. "It's warm, soulful, and sophisticated."

It's colorful and pattern-happy, but still manages to be a calming escape.

"I love the contrast of using a vintage piece and adding a really modern design," this pro furniture flipper says.

This is among the easiest chores you can do at home to help save you time and money in the future.

This basement went from "cold, dated, dark, and dreary" to "light, bright, stylish living area."

A helpful kit takes this laundry room closet to the next level.

Turn discarded items into treasure!

They create a room for play and sleep.

"I pictured transforming this bathroom into an old-world-style spa," this DIYer says. It seems like a tall order based on the all-beige before, but wait until you see how she pulled it off.

Once you accomplish these simple tasks, you’ll feel ahh-mazing.

The redo was a combo of DIY and professional work.