People on limited budgets, or those who enjoy making things with their own hands will likely benefit from these DIY furniture ideas. Whether they are as simple as using an item designated for one purpose towards another purpose, or creating something from scratch -- DIY projects can change the way homes look in a way that is creative and distinct.
Many people have owned an IKEA bed at some point in their lives and for anyone who happens to have leftover slats from their beds, they can transform those slats for another function. By simply hanging the slats up on a wall, homeowners can use them as shelving for books, purses, clothes, towels and kitchen utensils.
Ohhio Braid offers a yarn that is two inches thick -- much more so than the ones used for traditional knitting projects. With this yarn, knitters are able to make warm and functional pet beds for cats or small dogs -- ensuring their comfort while also adding to the design of the home.
12 DIY Furniture Ideas
From Repurposed Slat Shelving to DIY Chunky Knit Pet Beds:
Mishal Omar — Dec 20, 2016 — Art & Design
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Soundproof Insulating Wall Stickers
These 3D Self-Adhesive Wall Stickers Add Visual Decor Appeal
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DIY Furniture Kits
The UXA Steel Brackets Allow Consumers to Transform Wooden Beams into Furniture
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Miniature DIY Houses
The PAD 'Bunk Box' Offers Plans for Users to Create Their Own Tiny Home
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DIY Oversized Knitting Decor
The Ohhio Braid Lets Consumers Create Unique Chunky Knit Decor
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Modern Portable Log Fires
This Portable Log Fire Can Be Used on the Beach or in a Fireplace
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Customizable Wood Storage Frames
The 'Dotdotdot.Frame' Modular Storage Furniture is Efficient
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Bespoke Open-Source Chairs
The FABric Loungers Are Designed to Let Consumers Embrace DIY Culture
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Architectural Succulent Planters
These 3D-Printed Plant Pots are Shaped Like Middle Eastern Villas
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Organizational Crafting Furniture
The South Shore Counter-Height Craft Table Stores Supplies
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DIY Wooden Armrests
This DIY Wooden Armrest Sofa Table Enhances Store-Bought Furniture
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Repurposed Slat Shelving
This Interior Designer Creates a New Purpose for IKEA Bed Slats
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DIY Music Visualizer Furniture
This Arduino Music Visualizer is Made Using an IKEA Coffee Table
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