Before and After: How to Organize a Junk Drawer in 5 Minutes

By: Brittnimehlhoff Mar 21, 2013

created at: 03/20/2013

We all have one spot in our house that is like a black hole. Things go in, but they don't come out. In most cases it's the dreaded junk drawer. Not sure where to put something (bills, nail files, extra rubber bands, headache medicine)? Stick it in the junk drawer. Right?

This makes things a nightmare to find when you really need them. So here are some helpful tips for cleaning (and organizing) your junk drawer in five… Continue Reading

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Before and After: A Boring Hallway gets a Budget-Friendly Makeover

By: Brittnimehlhoff Mar 19, 2013

created at: 03/16/2013

A boring hallway, with a few eyesores, gets a budget-friendly makeover that really updates the space for under… Continue Reading

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Before and After: 5 Inspiring Basement to Workspace Makeovers

By: Faith-towers Mar 19, 2013

created at: 03/19/2013

Basements are easy to ignore. They tend to lack natural light, and they are a common place to toss unwanted junk. But with a little elbow grease and lots of creative vision, these homeowners have transformed their unfinished basements into amazing offices, sewing rooms and workspaces.… Continue Reading

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Makeover Tour: A Tiny Mudroom Gets a Colorful Face Lift!

By: Capreek Mar 18, 2013

created at: 03/17/2013Editor's Note: We're excited to launch a new monthly column featuring exclusive tours of room makeovers -- from DIYers like you! Check in every 3rd Monday to get inspired by a new Makeover Tour.

This month's Makeover Tour is a super colorful and inspiring mudroom -- proof that even tiny spaces can have loads of personality! Read on to get the full scoop on this fun space.       

Name: Anu

About: I am a busy mom to… Continue Reading

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How to Give a Boring Stool a Colorful New Makeover!

By: Capreek Mar 18, 2013

created at: 03/12/2013

Nothing says "Please, I need a makeover!!" like old, gunky vinyl. If you're in possession of a similarly worse-for-wear piece of furniture, this DIY makeover idea may be just the inspiration you're looking for!  … Continue Reading

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Before and After: A Living Room to Kitchen Makeover

By: Faith-towers Mar 18, 2013

created at: 03/18/2013

You heard me right. This outdated floral living room was transformed into a modern, functional kitchen and dining room. Continue reading to see the drastic change that took place.… Continue Reading

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Before and After: Painted Tile Backsplash

By: Diy maven Mar 18, 2013

created at: 03/18/2013

Bethany knows a thing or two about painting a backsplash in a way to make it look like tile. Exactly like tile. Take the picture above, for example. That's paint, not tile, and it was the first backsplash she painted in her kitchen. It has served… Continue Reading

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Before and After: A Budget-Friendly Kitchen Makeover

By: Faith-towers Mar 11, 2013

created at: 03/11/2013

I'm no stranger to ugly kitchens. When I moved into my place, it looked like it was designed in the '70s. So I know first-hand that kitchen remodels can be expensive and time consuming. But surprisingly, this stunning transformation didn't break the bank.… Continue Reading

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From Blah to Breathtaking: Living Room Makeover

By: Diy maven Mar 11, 2013

created at: 03/11/2013

Alison Royer of Belmont Design Group is the genius behind this breathtaking living room makeover. Before it was cold and dark, and the fireplace, even with the addition of Halloween decorations, was completely lost. After, with the help of tons… Continue Reading

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Trash to Treasure: 7 Junk to Inspiring Room Makeovers

By: Brittnimehlhoff Mar 07, 2013

created at: 03/06/2013

There's nothing better than a little before and after inspiration to give you the motivation you need to get your own makeover projects started. These seven rooms were once messy, unorganized, or unused and now they have function and style. Are you ready to see these trash to treasure… Continue Reading

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Before and After: A Rustic-Modern Dining Room Makeover

By: Capreek Mar 04, 2013

created at: 03/04/2013

This dining room already has a lot going for it: gorgeous floors, great light, and a beautiful Mid-Century sideboard. So, what could make it better? Even more wood!  … Continue Reading

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Before and After: Thrift Store Bench Gets a Scandinavian-Inspired Makeover

By: Capreek Mar 04, 2013

created at: 03/04/2013

We've all seen it: the cracking, vinyl-covered thrift store furniture. It only cleans up so well and the usual attack plan is to simply re-cover it with some upholstery fabric. This bench was headed toward the same usual fate until makeover genius Morgan Satterfield got a brilliant idea:  … Continue Reading

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Jazzy 9 Hour Living Room Makeover

By: Diy maven Mar 04, 2013

created at: 03/04/2013

Imagine leaving for work in the morning, and when you return home that evening, your one-note living room has been transformed into an eclectic symphony punctuated with color. That's exactly what… Continue Reading

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Before and After: Gender-Neutral Nursery Makeover

By: Brittnimehlhoff Feb 28, 2013

created at: 02/27/2013

This plain jane room gets an update with new flooring, furniture, and a fresh coat of… Continue Reading

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Before and After: $100 Bathroom Makeover Idea

By: Capreek Feb 25, 2013

created at: 02/25/2013

Admittedly, the 'before' in this makeover looks better than a lot of 'afters' I've seen. But this budget-friendly makeover idea is one that anyone suffering from the "bad tile blues" might appreciate!  … Continue Reading

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