Μαΐου 2016 | Do it yourself ideas and projects

Refashion White Sneakers With Laces into Chic Kicks

in DIY Fashion - on 4:40 μ.μ. - No comments

Refashion White Sneakers With Laces and upgrade your plain sneakers on a budget. Sneakers are so popular for teens and all of us, yet it’s super easy for kids and teens to wear out a new pair of shoes, and you have to add new for them. While the price of shoes and clothing keeps going up. So if there is a way you can DIY new shoes similar to Branded ones, you will be proud of yourself how crafty you are and save money at the same time. Such as the lace sneakers, an amazing DIY project brought to us by What’s Up Moms, where she shows us how to make our own, personalized sneakers on a dime. Next time you or your kids want new trendy shoes, think if you can do it yourself before spending dozens of dollars in shoe store.

DIY KNOT EARRINGS

in Crafts, DIY Accessories, DIY Fashion - on 4:36 μ.μ. - 1 comment

I'm not done with knots yet... it's addictive once you start! A nice idea to keep you busy this WE, making knots earrings!

DIY How to Make Glass Bottle Lights

in Home decor, Repurpose - on 9:00 π.μ. - 2 comments

Do you have tubs of empty wine bottles laying around? Or, perhaps you bought a few of those fancy decorative bottles at the craft store, that you have no idea what to do with? This simple DIY project is one of the most spectacular so far. The corks from wine bottles are well-known to be great craft supplies in different art projects, but this one find these corks a utility too. Once you opened the wine bottle, save the corks for later and create a cool lamp by attaching a LED light to the cork. Use a rechargeable LED light so you can use it for a longer period and once attached to the cork, place the light inside the clean wine bottle. It can be a cool room decoration or outdoor lighting idea, and also be a great idea for those who are opening a bar or restaurant and looking for decorations will bring style and personality to the place.

How to Hang a Gallery Wall the Right Way

in DIY Tutorials, Home decor - on 8:49 π.μ. - No comments

If you have a ton of family photos and the wall space for all your pictures, you should try putting up a gallery wall in your home. Gallery walls are incredibly gorgeous, but have so much potential to look off or go wrong with all the items and photos you’re trying to get up on the wall. I had a wall in my house that was just begging for the gallery look, but I had always been too intimidated to actually try it out. I finally got the courage to do it and learned some really valuable lessons along the way. There’s no need for you to go through the trial and error that I did; just follow this step-by-step tutorial for how to hang a gallery wall in your home the right way. Not only will it look great, this tutorial is super easy, too.

8 Fun And Easy DIY Crafts To Try With Your Kids

in DIY Kids - on 1:08 μ.μ. - 1 comment

These fun DIY crafts can keep your kids engaged for hours. These hands-on activities are easy to follow and they are a great way for parents to spend time with their children.

1. Rock Monster Magnets

20 DIY Fathers Day Gift Ideas

in Father's Day - on 10:45 π.μ. - No comments

If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for Fathers Day, don’t fret we’ve got a great selection of handmade gifts you can make for very little cost! From coffee scented soap to hand stamped handkerchiefs, here’s 20 genius DIY gift ideas for Father’s Day!

1. Hand Stamped Handkerchief

How To Make A DIY Rainbow Pallet Flower Planter

in DIY Garden, DIY Pallet - on 12:34 μ.μ. - No comments

Turn your backyard patio into a colorful oasis with this bright and colorful DIY Upcycled Pallet Rainbow Flower Garden. This is a super fun weekend project that the kids can help out with! Use colorful acrylic paints that you already own to make this an inexpensive backyard DIY.

16 DIY Centerpieces That Will Make Your Wedding Perfect

in DIY Wedding - on 12:07 μ.μ. - 1 comment

There are a thousand little things you have to do when planning a wedding and centerpieces are often at the top of that list. They're one of the first things guests will notice when they walk into a venue and you want them to be perfect . . . but you also don't want them to cost an arm and a leg so why not try making them yourself? True, it's time consuming but by making your own centerpieces you can ensure that they're absolutely perfect and fit well with your vision. Start by getting inspired with these 16 centerpiece ideas!

1. Forget the flowers and make realistic looking roses using coffee filters!

20 DIY summer garden decoration ideas with bowling balls

in DIY Garden, Repurpose - on 4:02 μ.μ. - No comments

Original and creative garden decoration does not have to be expensive – with a little skill you can decorate with an old bowling ball. If you have left over tiles, you can cut it into small pieces and then stick them on the ball. Pieces of glass, metal details and even small stones can create beautiful accents in design. Thus, the original ball color is hidden, put the ball on a garden pedestal so you can decorate the garden entrance, or make a comfortable sitting area. If you want the design to look more natural, you can put down the ball right in the flower bed.

Fantastic Ways To Repurpose Old Electronics That You Shouldn’t Miss

in Repurpose - on 3:27 μ.μ. - No comments

We know that you love to give new life to old objects. You are going to be amazed with the crafts because the old electronics can be reused in so many different ways and at the same time will give a unique touch to your home decor. Do you already have some ideas in mind? Check out the photos that we have collected for you and get inspired. We are sure that you would want to make all of them!

The old floppy disks that are not used anymore can again become a part of your everyday life if you just make your own personal notebook and use the floppies as cover. Everybody is going to ask you where you have got it from, believe me!

DIY Amazing Recycled Magazines Crafts That Will Inspire You

in Crafts, Repurpose - on 5:23 μ.μ. - No comments

I am sure you have some old magazines that are left in the basement. Especially if you are one of those people that are keeping all of their favorite magazine collections, then you will be amazed by the following ideas oh how you may recycle your old magazines. I prepared this collection of DIY Amazing Recycled Magazines Crafts That Will Inspire You in order to get use of the pieces that are simply useless. Check out these great ideas and share with us which one is your favorite. Also, try to do at least one project and you will be surprised by the results.

30 Delicate Projects That Repurpose Old Glass Insulators

in Repurpose - on 4:43 μ.μ. - No comments

In 1850 companies such as Hemingray, Bookfield and Whitall Tatum started producing glass insulators for telegraph lines, telephone and power transmission lines later on. Their sole purpose was to insulate the wire from the wood, reason for which materials such as glass, porcelain or composite polymer materials had been chosen. Today technology has evolved and the old glass insulators has been reduced to crafting projects and decoration crafts. For the avid DIYer, they represent the perfect materials for candle holders ideas, succulent planters, garden lamps and so on. They can be found in a variety of glass tones, all delicate and beautiful in a vintage way. We have gathered a selection of over 30 delicate projects that repurpose old glass insulators. Enjoy!

1.GLASS INSULATOR CANDLEHOLDER

7 Last Minute DIY Mother's Day Gifts for Every Deserving Mom

in Mother's Day - on 3:59 μ.μ. - 1 comment

Running a little late on getting your mom a gift this Mother’s Day? It happens. We’ve got you covered. Mothers deserve the best. When I was little my mom used to tell me that the gifts I made myself were the ones that meant the most. Who says that as adults, we can’t continue to make those crafty, unique gifts that mean so much to our deserving moms? These DIY projects are easy to make and are sure to make your mother smile on her special day.

1. If you had to describe her in 6 words

10 DIY Faucets Made from Plumbing Parts

in Home decor - on 3:37 μ.μ. - No comments

Cyberpunk meets the sink: DIY faucets fashioned from plumbing parts have been cropping up all over. We’ve been taking note—and considering asking our own plumbers whether they’re any good with a torch. Feeling handy?

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