Anyone who isn’t a DIY pro but has tried their hand at a home project knows one thing to be true: doing it yourself often can take a lot more time—and cost a lot more money—than we’re usually led to believe. Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case.
With the help of some of our favorite DIYers, we’ve rounded up a few great home projects that can be completed in a day or less, but still make a major impact on your home.
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If you’re working with furniture that could use a small refresh but you don’t need—or want—to paint the whole thing, Jenn Pike of Wild Rose Country Home gave us an amazing tip: try color blocking.
In case you’ve never heard of this trend, color blocking is when an item is painted in two distinct shades without any gradient between the two. In Pike’s case, she painted the bottom few inches of white barstools a subtle gray, instantly elevating the look of the seating around her kitchen island.
It’s as easy and straightforward as it looks, especially if you don’t need to paint the entire piece. Plus, it’s a completely versatile DIY project.
“Don’t be afraid to try color-blocking other items around your house, like a coffee cart, a pantry door, or a dresser,” Pike says.
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As far as easy, one-day activities go, making your own wall sconces doesn’t sound like it fits the bill. But Pike assures us it can! And her own version made of scrap wood is proof.
“You can make these out of any type of scrap wood you have laying around,” says Pike, who made her own version from salvaged barn wood and recycled mason jars.
While Pike assures us this is a very fun project, she also suggests wearing gloves to avoid splinters. Pike advises that, if you don’t have mason jars on
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The latest trending motif in design? Nature everything! That’s probably why wood and faux bois garden stools are everywhere right now. Yes, a stylish tree stump is the chicest place to sit or display items. They can be used in the garden, of course, but they’re great for the home, too. They add a little bit of warmth and a natural aesthetic to any room, from a spot to set a coffee cup or table lamp in your bedroom, to an extra perch for a houseguest in your living room, to a place to display a candle or diffuser in the bathroom for a spa-like feel. And in the garden, well, they just blend in and become the perfect spot to sit and enjoy some fresh air.
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