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diy decorating: tools, tips and know-how

  • Paper bag lanterns for DIY wedding decorations

    30 gorgeous ideas for DIY wedding decorations

    More and more brides are giving their special day a personal touch with DIY wedding decorations. According to American Express Spending & Saving Tracker, 70 percent of newlyweds said they opted for a DIY approach to save on wedding costs. Couples got crafty assembling their own guest favors, creating their own centerpieces and ditching the DJ in favor of a homemade playlist. A few brave brides even made their own wedding dress or baked their own cake! The good news: You don’t have to be overly ambitious or possess amazing crafting skills to tackle most of these DIY wedding decor projects. (We do want to make your life easier, after all!)

  • ThistlewoodFarms.com made a table from paint stirrers

    Turn your trash into treasure: 8 upcycled home décor projects

    DIY bloggers unveil clever ways to breathe new life into tired, unwanted items. Get inspired with 8 creative projects that tap into the beauty of upcycled home decor.

  • Contractor working on home structural changes

    10 home remodeling projects you shouldn’t DIY

    Home remodeling is on the rise. It can be satisfying to complete a DIY home project (and save money!), but some projects are best left to the professionals. Before you take home improvement matters into your own hands, look at these 10 projects you really shouldn’t DIY. There’s nothing fun about wasting time, money, or the headache of regret in having to fix a major DIY mistake. -- Charyn Pfeuffer

  • A living room with orange walls

    How to redecorate with paint

    Decorating your home and giving it your personal touch is a pleasurable pastime-and it’s so easy. With a little paint, you can transform dull rooms into vibrant living spaces. Here are 10 ways to redecorate your rooms with simple painting projects.

  • Reed Davis

    10 easy outdoor decorating ideas

    Get your outdoor space ready for spring and summer with these quick and easy design ideas.

  • Outdoor mirror by Courtney Coleman and Bill Brockschmidt

    10 unique ways to decorate with mirrors

    No matter where you put one, mirrors are an easy way to reflect light, make a space look bigger, and open up a room. Here are 10 decorating ideas for using them in your house.

  • Tori Spelling does DIY

    This DIY project gives new life to old windows

    Tori Spelling is a D.I.Y. goddess, and this is her latest project: Turn an old window frame into a family bulletin board or a pretty jewelry display. Why not try it this weekend?

  • Wrapped eggs // "Easter Egg Decorating Ideas"

    Easter egg decorating ideas

    If you thought you'd seen everything the Easter Bunny has to offer, slip any of these "egg"cellent ova into your basket and wait for a happy holiday response.

  • The scalloped trim adds to the retro-feel of this adorable pink and white kitchen

    10 happy kitchens

    It's often the center of household activity so why not make it bright, cheerful, and fun?

  • A shelf made out of a skateboard

    Home Decor Craft Ideas

    Got an afternoon to spare? These quick and easy craft ideas will keep you entertained and leave your home looking better than ever.

  • DIY window box (BURCU AVSAR, styling by Laura Fenton)

    DIY window box

    When it comes to window treatments, it doesn't get much classier than a tailored pelmet to both frame the space and conceal pesky curtain rods.

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