The DIY Housewives

Each month The 12 DIY Housewives team up to bring you their very best home decorating & home improvement ideas. Each month is centered around a theme so it never stays the same! These DIY bloggers really know how to get things done for less. Lots of DIY tutorials, decorating tips, and before & after photos.
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Thrifty and Easy Halloween Decorations
Halloween decor doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg- but of course, feel free to incorporate arms and legs into your displays! I'm just kidding (sort of), but with these easy Halloween decorations you can upcycle, your budget won't be "spooked" at all this year!
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Upcycling a Straw Tote as a Halloween Planter
A straw tote from the thrift store is PERFECT for upcycling into a Halloween planter, especially if it's already orange! Such an easy craft project for your Halloween porch, and it comes together in just a few minutes. #Halloweenplanter #Jackolantern #upcycledHalloweencrafts #Halloweencraftideas #JackoLanternplanter #Pumpkinplanter #Upcycledtotebag #Halloweenporch #Halloweencrafts
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Dark Academia Decor from the Thrift Store
Have you heard of Dark Academia decor? It's a hot and trendy aesthetic developed on social media- thing old libraries, studies, and Sherlock Holmes movie sets! So I tried to recreate the look with items from the thrift store and a little touch of upcycling, as well.
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Halloween Crafts to Upcycle
Looking for some creepy-crafty inspiration to celebrate Halloween? These Halloween crafts all started from thrift store finds which means they are delightfully unique and frugal projects to make this Spooky Season!
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Convert a recessed light into a pendant fixture
Learn how to convert a recessed light into a stunning pendant fixture with our easy-to-follow guide. Transform your room’s ambiance by swapping out your old recessed light for a chic pendant light that adds style and character. Our step-by-step instructions and tips for a seamless update. A perfect DIY project for those looking to refresh their home lighting! #DIY
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Beautiful & Easy Faux Mercury Glass DIY Mirror Tutorial
If you have any glass you'd like to make into antique-looking mirrors I've got the tutorial for you! We've made easy faux mercury glass DIY mirrors. Can you spray paint glass? Yes! And this DIY glass to mirror tutorial shows you how.
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Halloween Tray with Vellum Paper
halloween tray with vellum paper
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DIY Halloween Decor from the Thrift Store
Get ready to be eerily inspired before your next trip to the thrift store. These upcycling ideas for Halloween decor will have you looking at EVERYTHING differently now- so many amazing Halloween crafts, so little time.
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Scrumptious Fall Quotes to Swoon Over
Fall is a season so fabulous is requires two names- and it just so happens that there are some SCRUMPTIOUS fall quotes out there that perfectly capture the season. In fact, you might be using some of these in your Fall home decor right now...
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Skull Art with Vintage Buttons
A thrifted embroidery hoop and some vintage white buttons were the perfect thing to marry together in this unexpected Halloween craft. Is it a Skelebutton? A Skull-e-button? Either way, it's way too cute to be scary but a perfect way to put those vintage sewing notions to good reuse!
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20+ Budget-Friendly DIY Vanity Projects
Explore 20+ DIY vanity ideas that won't break the bank! Turn a tiny corner of your home into a statement piece with stylish, cost-friendly vanity projects suitable for any space. From upcycled vintage furniture to sleek and modern Ikea hacks, find the design that fits your aesthetic. Whether you intend to upgrade your bathroom or maximise closet storage, these DIY vanity ideas offer a range of styles and projects to choose from.
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Crafts You Can Make from a Flannel Shirt
The flannel shirt is an endless source of project possibility, if you ask me. From the collar to the hem, every last bit of it can be upcycled and repurposed into any number of crafts. Home decor, fun flannel accessories, and gifts to give- these ideas will surely have you looking at your old flannels in a whole new light.
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Use Table Risers to Accent Decor
Make your own table risers to use in your decor. Tablerisers are great for display of your collectibles and storage for many items. Use scrap wood, picture frames, and salvage items to make your table risers uniques.
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Alcohol Ink Paint on Glass Pumpkins
alcohol ink on glass
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Creepy Candles for Halloween from Christmas Window Candles
Christmas decor as Halloween decor? YES, you read that right! Christmas window candles from the thrift store are SO easy to upcycle into creepy candles to use in your Halloween decorations with this repurposing project. Quick, simple, and cheap...does it get any better? Or any spookier? #Halloweendecor #spookydecor #DIYHalloween #creepydecor #scaryHalloweendecor #Halloweencraftideas #Halloweencrafts #upcycledHalloweendecor #repurposedHalloweendecor #Halloweendecorations #thriftstoreDIY