Platform bed with storage made from kitchen cabinets!
Opportunity comes in many disguises! Platform beds are a great way to create extra storage space in limited areas. They’re also a lot of fun for younger kids, especially if you leave access to the ‘cubby’ in the middle! It’s a bit like giving them their own ‘secret room :) Flat-pack kitchen cupboards are inexpensive, […]
Turn an old crib into a toddler bed
On a regular basis, parents have to confront the daunting task of getting rid of growing children’s baby stuff. If we didn’t, we’d probably be buried alive, but letting go of outgrown toys and furniture can be both emotionally taxing and wasteful. Here’s a clever way to maximize the use of your child’s crib/cot as […]
DIY TV Lift Cabinet
Does your living room have a huge flat-screen TV? Is it dominating the room? Wouldn’t it be nice if it was out of view when not in use? Here’s a great solution to make that flat-screen TV disappear when it’s not in use. And you can do it with the hit of a button! This […]
French Armoire Sewing Cabinet
Regularly working on different sewing projects but don’t have a dedicated work area? Then your sewing machine and other materials might simply be on your dining table until you’re done with your project. Or any place they are not supposed to be for that matter. If you’ve been thinking of ways to have a better sewing […]
How to Choose the Perfect Bed for Your Bedroom
Without a bed, a bedroom would just be a room. That’s why one of the most important decisions for the bedroom is choosing the right bed. We’ve all probably been through the rookie mistake of going to the home depot and getting whichever bed fits our fancy. And then, sooner or later, we realize the […]
DIY Bike Entry Table
 There are a lot of DIY plans and ideas for home furnishings out there. One of the most important considerations when deciding which project to tackle is the availability of materials. What do you currently have that will allow you to turn trash into treasure? In my case, it was an old bicycle that’s […]
Build your own convertible picnic table bench!
Who doesn’t enjoy a good picnic? There is something about enjoying food outdoors that appeals to everybody. We have picnics on castle walls and beaches, in countless patios, hotel rooms, and balconies. Many of us also like picnicking at home! Many of you have asked for a tutorial or a set of plans on how to […]
How to turn a door into a set of shelves
Here’s an awesome idea if you want more shelving in your small space… or if you want to ‘hide’ a private room… or if you just want to have an awesome door you can talk about with guests. Turn a door into a set of shelves! (Or should that read: Turn some shelves into a door! […]
How to build an icosahedron table
There’s something about geometric shapes and designs that draw some people to them. Its hypnotic repetitive pattern in furniture makes them a popular design preference. If you’re fond of them, then this is one DIY table for you! This beautiful furniture project uses reclaimed wood. Despite its exact geometric pattern, it’s simple and easy to make […]
How to turn an old dresser into a seating furniture
Before you drag mismatched chairs, old bookshelves, or worn-out sofas to the curb, remember that creative repurposing can give outdated furnishings a second life as useful, even stylish items. The seat you see here is just one of the many beautiful furniture transformations you can achieve through clever repurposing. This nice and simple tutorial will […]