Make A Groovy DIY Headboard With Surprisingly Affordable Materials
Few things scream retro as much as a lava lamp. Take inspiration from the bubbles inside this iconic fixture for a bespoke headboard you can craft on a budget.
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Make Summers In Your Backyard More Enjoyable With This Car Rim DIY
Repurpose an old car tire rim with this ingenious DIY. With some cleaning and modifications, it can become a grill for your summer backyard barbecues.
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Turn An Old Plastic Container Lid Into Stylish Home Decor On A Budget
Got a round plastic lid lying around in your kitchen? With a some burlap, skewers, and a glass bottle, you can turn it into cute yet functional decor.
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The Affordable Kitchen Essential Alternative To Sand For Slippery Paths In The Winter
Like sand, a certain leftover kitchen item creates a grippy surface to prevent slipping on ice. This icy sidewalk hack reduces waste while improving footing.
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The Extreme Decluttering Trick That Will Help You Stay More Organized
If you're fed up with excess in your space, this extreme process will allow you to pare down your items to pieces that are bare necessities.
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The Affordable Hack That Transforms An IKEA Utensil Holder Into A Trendy Organizer
Take a cheap IKEA utensil holder, apply a few stylish updates, and you'll have a versatile organizer to use around the house for jewelry, keys, and much more.
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This Unexpected Material Is Predicted To Be A Hot Grab At Thrift Stores In 2026
A once-overlooked finish is quietly gaining momentum for 2026, with designers and thrifters alike spotting new potential in secondhand decor finds.
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The '80s Wall Trend Making A Big Comeback In The 2026 (It'll Make Your Home Look Larger)
A few retro styles from the 1980s are set to be on trend again. This particular style is also functional and can be an accent feature or statement piece.
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Use A Kitchen Essential To Make Your Coat Zipper Glide With Ease
Do you have a zipper that's hard to pull up and down? You don't need to buy a new coat! Just use this kitchen item to make it zip like new again.
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The Attractive Branching Plant That Makes A Stunning Privacy Hedge
If you're looking for an attractive and low-maintenance hedging plant that will provide plenty of privacy and grow fast, here's a new cultivar to consider.
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Should The Door To Your Utility Room Stay Open Or Closed? Here's The Truth
You’d think the answer is obvious — but it isn’t. The truth about whether your utility room door should stay open or closed is surprisingly counterintuitive.
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Can A Vintage Moka Pot Become The DIY Air Freshener You Need? Here's What We Found
If you fill a moka pot with water and aromatics and place it over a heat source, will it give your home a nice and fresh smell? Here's what we found.
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The Old-School Decor Accessory That Pinterest Says Is Having A Renaissance In 2026
The Pinterest trend forecast for 2026 is out, and you might be surprised to learn that a charming and old-fashioned decor accessory is making a comeback.
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The Popular Home Design Trend That's Coming Outside In 2026
Nature lovers will be thrilled to find that one trend we're expecting to be big in 2026 helps to make the most of outdoor spaces like backyards and patios.
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Help Reduce Heating Costs With These Tips For Identifying Drafts And Leaks
During cold months, keep the heat inside your home, where it belongs. These tips help identify draft and leaks that could also be draining your heating budget.
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Plant This Spicy Veggie In December For Stronger, Bigger Harvests
If you've planted this piquant vegetable in the spring, you may have found that it needed longer to ripen than anticipated. Start in December instead.
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How To Give Plastic Dollar Tree Ornaments An Antique Look In Minutes
If you're on a budget but you absolutely love the look of aged, antique ornaments, here's a clever way to get the look using affordable plastic Dollar Tree ones
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Can Cinnamon And Vinegar Banish Pet Odors? We Tested This Hack On A Three-Pup Household
We tested a cleaning hack to get rid of pet odors in a three-dog household. Check out the process and our final determination: Was it up to snuff?
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Dupe $1k Custom Artwork With This Brilliant Dollar Tree DIY
Add texture to your wall with DIY artwork made from cardboard and yarn. This inexpensive project is customizable to the size and color you prefer.
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Don't Throw Away Plastic Bottles: Use Them For Clever Shoe Storage
Eco-friendly and virtually free, this hack is a great way to save reuse plastic bottles for organizing multiple sets of shoes in a streamlined storage space.
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Before You Toss That Worn Tablecloth, Repurpose It As Whimsical Christmas Decor
Don't toss a crocheted or lacy tablecloth that's worn or stained. It makes an ideal Christmas or winter decor option with just a few snips.
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Extra Steps That Are Worth The Effort To Make IKEA Furniture Look Built In
IKEA furniture is great for sticking to a budget, but it doesn't have to look cheap. With a few extra steps, it can even be customized to look built in.
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Before You Throw Away Old Christmas Ornaments, Try Making An Adorable DIY Garland
Repurpose unneeded Christmas ornaments into a DIY garland to enhance your holiday decor. All you need are some fabric, string, and a set of old decorations!
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Avoid Getting Plowed Into Your Driveway With A Clever Snow Shoveling Trick
It may take extra work, but this smart shoveling step can help you avoid getting trapped in by a snow mound in your driveway the next time the plow goes by.
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Etsy Has Chosen The First Ever Texture Of The Year In 2026 - Here's How To Style It
Etsy’s 2026 pick embraces softness, comfort, and familiarity, offering an easy way to make your home feel a little more relaxed and intentional.
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Use An Affordable Dollar Tree Item To DIY Rustic Wooden Christmas Tree Decor
Finding unique ways to use items from Dollar Tree to craft festive decor is popular with creators, and here's a rustic project you might want to make yourself.
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Turn Dollar Tree Towels Into Affordable Christmas Throw Pillows With An Easy DIY
Decorating for Christmas is fun and it doesn't have to be expensive. You can pick up towels from Dollar Tree and turn them into festive throw pillows.
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