Build your own convertible picnic table bench!

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 file cabinet into a desk

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Thinking of throwing that rusty old file cabinet away? Stop right there. Being creative is to see things both for what they are what they can be, we always say. And sometimes, it pays to look with a little more imagination at the stuff we’re about to throw away. If you want to replace your […]

Brilliant DIY tables for storing and playing with Lego

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Everyone with Lego in their house should definitely have a dedicated play area and storage just for these classic building blocks. And the best way to get a Lego table is to DIY! The DIY Lego table you see here is made from a very old and weathered furniture sold for $5 in a garage […]

Build a portable wine table for picnics

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Do you like having a glass of wine when camping, on a picnic or when you’re simply unwinding in your backyard? Finding a level surface for that bottle and your glasses isn’t always easy. Here’s a simple project that can change that by giving you a stable table anywhere! Drinking a glass of wine outdoors is difficult if you […]

Oak Wine Barrel Coffee Table

Oak Wine Barrel Coffee Table

This is not your ordinary wine barrel coffee table!   Click on any image to start lightbox display. Use your Esc key to close the lightbox. Materials: Used Wine Barrel Wood Glue Acetone/MEK Based Wood Patch Shellac Urethane Varnish Tools: Table Saw Planer Palm/Random Orbital Sander Belt Sander File Wood Clamps Circular Saw Welder Wire […]

DIY Bottle Cap Table

Thinking of what to do with your old table that’s seen better days? Why not give it a makeover! And it doesn’t have to be expensive – use recycled bottle caps! Depending on the size of your table, you might need some time to collect enough bottle caps. You can ask for help from local […]

Do-It-Yourself Tire Table and Ottoman

If you’re like most drivers, your car gets new tyres every two or three years. Those old tyres typically end up as landfill. Shredded maybe, but landfill none-the-less. Here’s a great way to help yourself and the environment… recycle them by turning them into an ottoman or a table. You won’t even notice that these ottomans […]

DIY Reclaimed Wood Picnic Table with Planter

Reclaimed timber… built in cooler and a planter! What more could you ask for to have an awesome outdoor setting? You’ll find this picnic table handy when entertaining outdoors. The built-in cooler will keep food and drinks chilled. Isn’t this the perfect table for summer? And when not used to hold cold drinks, you can […]

DIY Nomad Bookshelf Desk

Are you constantly on the move but still need a desk for use in your temporary home? Then this project might be perfect for you. What’s special about this desk is that it’s very easy to disassemble when you’re moving to a new location. It’s the ultimate ‘flat pack’ because it’s built using mortise and tenon joints. That means that […]

DIY Crate Coffee Table

There’s nothing like a solid coffee table with storage space. This one made from crates will let you store throw rugs, magazines, board games etc. tucked away but within arms reach. Do you want to have this for your living area? Doing it yourself would only cost you around $50 – probably less if you decide […]