Home Decor
Terracotta Pot Makeover: Easy Painted Planters on a Budget
Turn basic clay pots into custom planters with paint, texture and a good seal, plus tips to keep the paint from peeling.
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DIY home decor ideas
Make your home feel collected, cozy and completely you — without the designer price tag. These DIY home decor projects use paint, thrift finds and dollar-store supplies.
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How to Choose Paint Colors for Your Home Without the Stress
Staring at a wall of paint chips? Here's our simple, step-by-step method for picking colors you'll love for years.
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Dollar Store DIY Decor Hacks That Don't Look Cheap
A few dollars, some paint, and an afternoon are all you need. These dollar store DIY decor hacks look far pricier than they are.
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Easy DIY Home Decor Ideas on a Budget (That Actually Look Good)
You don't need a big budget to love your home. These easy DIY decor ideas use thrift finds, paint, and things you already own.
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The fastest way to change a room is color, then texture, then lighting. Start with a palette you love (our color palette generator uses the 60-30-10 rule to show it in a room), then layer in handmade pieces over time.
Planning a bigger refresh? Map it out with the makeover budget planner so you know exactly where the money goes — and how much you're saving by doing it yourself.
Helpful free tools
Paint Calculator
Gallons for a room or quarts for a dresser — no more half-empty cans.
Chalk Paint Mixer
Exact plaster of Paris, calcium carbonate or baking soda ratios for any batch.
DIY Project Finder
Answer 4 quick questions and get your perfect project match.
Makeover Budget Planner
See your makeover total — and how much DIY saves you.
Color Palette Generator
Turn one favorite color into a whole-room palette.