#diy

#diy

Cleveland explains, 'I just wasn't into the idea of constantly seeing my bed from the couch. I spent almost two months hunting online for a room divider that wouldn't block too much natural light or make the space feel cramped. Eventually, I realized I'd have to make one myself.'

The AI walks me through unlatching the slatted door top, and sliding out the glass. The milk wipes clean in seconds. It feels like a moment of religion conversion.

This crafty upcycling project converts K-Cups into bubbling fountains that are magnetic to these charming creatures. You'll need a solar pump kit, a straw, a plastic shoebox, glue, scissors, skewers, and a soldering iron to put the project together.

Separate the napkins so you're only using the top printed layer. Tear (don't cut) the napkins into smaller pieces-torn edges blend much more naturally. Brush a thin layer of varnish onto the egg. Gently place a napkin piece on top, then brush another thin layer of varnish over it to smooth it out.

I just wanted it to be functional and more colorful,

Repair and assembly are usually framed as chores, tasks to be completed as quickly as possible, so we can move on to something more enjoyable. The bi:ts tool challenges this perception by transforming the act of tightening a screw into something closer to play. Instead of feeling like labor, the experience becomes tactile, intuitive, and surprisingly satisfying. At the heart of the product is a joystick-inspired interface, borrowed from the language of game controllers.

If you're looking to add a useful life skill to your metaphorical tool kit, consider learning how to calculate square footage. There are countless situations when calculating how many square feet are in a space comes in handy, from renting or buying a home to furnishing a place. The ability to calculate square footage also unlocks the door to lots of DIY projects.

A guest bedroom doesn't need to be anything more than a spare room with a bed for your visitors to sleep in. However, there's something satisfying about knowing your friends and family can enjoy stylish comfort that ties into your home's aesthetics. DIYer Nate Klass (@natedotklass) created that feeling when he decided to give his guest room a makeover, tying it into the "'80s postmodern" style he channeled in other rooms in his home.

The One Room Challenge is an eight-week room makeover program that happens in the spring and the fall, and DIYer Crystal Woods (@woodcollaborative) hit such a stride with her One Room Challenge project that she ended up finishing in just two weeks. It took "a couple Saturdays and painting in the evening after work," she explains on Instagram. Her mission? Upgrade the long hallway that led to her daughters' bedrooms.

If you're not prepared, you aren't doomed to sit in darkness until the power is restored. You can easily make an emergency candle to use temporarily during a power outage, either until your lights are turned back on or just to help you find your flashlights and batteries. All you need is two pantry staples: rice and olive oil. One of olive oil's many uses throughout history was for ancient oil lamps.

The grout on my bathroom floor tile haunts me. It's one of those projects I never really have the time or the initiative to tackle, but I hate how dirty it's become. It's beyond the maintenance stage and in need of a really good cleaning. Luckily, I discovered a DIY grout cleaner using common household products that worked wonders in my bathroom.

One essential for almost every home office is a desk, but it can be tough to find one that fits your aesthetic and functional needs. Fortunately, with a little creativity you can make yourself a sleek floating desk from an IKEA SÄLJAN countertop and some hardware. Of all the modern home office ideas you never saw coming, this one might really surprise you with its combination of utility and sleek looks. The magic here literally rests on some steel pipes mounted to the wall.

plain builder-grade hallway with no personality,

If your counters are stained, damaged, or just outdated, you don't necessarily need to invest in a costly kitchen countertop upgrade. There is actually a cheap trick to protect your kitchen cabinets and countertops, making it easy to temporarily cover up ugly counters until you have the time and money to find a permanent solution. Contact paper is a DIY-friendly way to hide unsightly stains and blemishes, revitalize your kitchen, and try out different countertop styles and colors before making a commitment.

We independently select these products-if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. The Aliviya pattern in mint was the ideal mix of cloud blue and khaki. Thanks to the symmetrical repeat, which features trailing vines and blooms similar to what you'd find on saris, the design evokes vintage block printing. Even my husband, who isn't into florals, liked it because the print looked like abstract swirls from a distance.

The DIY starts off by creating a 3D printed shell (using a light curing printer, printing for a week) that houses the 10-inches electroluminescent LCD TV that emulates the warm glow of the original Game Boy. The choice of the display makes sense as the soft glow illuminates the pixels that otherwise would look too harsh on the big display compared to small screen of the Game Boy.