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Make It: DIY Floating Wooden Clouds

By: Matt allison Jun 05, 2013

Floating Wooden Clouds

I'm going through a bit of a cloud phase at the moment, it's probably because in this part of the world we're heading towards winter, which means darker days and clouds somehow remind me of summer and brighten my day just a… Continue Reading

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Gift For Dad: Make A DIY Leather Cord Roll

By: Lexy.b.ward Jun 05, 2013

Getting Dad the perfect gift for Father's Day can seem a little tricky. One thing most men need help with is organization. Get a headstart on your dad's present by making this crazy simple leather project to help him keep things in order!  … Continue Reading

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Our Affordable Kitchen Makeover: The Reveal!

By: Bruno Jun 04, 2013

We're so excited to share the big reveal of our Wilsonart affordable kitchen remodel today! To refresh your memory, this is the kitchen in my dad's new house, a few blocks from our own:

It was (clearly) in desperate need of some help. But, since my dad's not a huge foodie (he spends more time at museums than in the kitchen), we didn't want to spend a ton to refresh the look.     

We teamed up with Wilsonart to incorporate their… Continue Reading

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Make It: DIY Mini Macrame Eggshell Planters

By: Capreek Jun 04, 2013

I swear, succulents and cacti get all the good DIY planters these days! (Probably because they're cute and sculptural and hardy as all get out.) They certainly look great in these hanging macrame eggshell pots,… Continue Reading

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How To: Make a Pallet Playhouse for the Kiddos in Time for Summer

By: Brittnimehlhoff Jun 04, 2013

The internet has been home to plenty of DIY projects that involve pallets. In fact, we've featured quite a few here on Curbly as well. I don't think I've ever seen one used to create a playhouse for the kiddos though. Until now. Check out this clever way to build a cozy fort-like oasis for… Continue Reading

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Roundup: 10 Easy DIY Projects For Your Pets and Furry Friends

By: Faith-towers Jun 04, 2013

When I adopted my puggle, Charlie, two years ago, one of the biggest surprises was how much stuff I needed to get for him...and how expensive everything was. So of course, the logical solution was to start making things... and you can too! Here are ten of my favorite… Continue Reading

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The Smartest Beanbag Chair EVER

By: Diy maven Jun 04, 2013

It's not often that I'm delightfully surprised by a new take on an old staple, but Mimish Design's new beanbag chair produced such a reaction. Available in a whopping 14 luscious colors, the beanbag is actually a very… Continue Reading

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Father's Day Roundup: 25 Awesome DIY Gifts to Make for Dad!

By: Capreek Jun 03, 2013

Father's Day is right around the corner (June 16th, mark your calendars!). If you're planning on making your old man a gift this year, here are 25 DIY gift ideas that are sure to make the occasion a memorable… Continue Reading

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Make It: Vintage Fans Turned DIY Succulent Planters

By: Capreek Jun 03, 2013

Old wire-cage fans seem to lurk in every corner of every consignment shop/thrift store/estate sale on the planet. If you've wondered what to do with them, here's a clever DIY project to… Continue Reading

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Have a Roof? Enter to Win a $2,500 Home Depot Gift Card!

By: Bruno Jun 03, 2013

If ever have a chance to watch a house or addition being framed, I strongly encourage you to do it. It's amazing to watch how quickly a pile of lumber becomes a structure with walls, floors, and ceilings. And it also reminds you there's no magic standing between you and the elements; it's just wood, carefully measured and cut, and, if you're lucky, a good solid roof. Read on to see how you can enter to win a $2,500 Home Depot gift card, courtesy of GAF, and be eligible for weekly giveawayContinue Reading

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