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6 DIY Wood Gift Ideas That Mom Will Love (And Actually Use)
With the help of six of our amazing HART Ambassadors, we have six DIY Mother's Day gifts that will be sure to make her say "wow!"
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Modern Farmhouse Chic: DIY Shiplap Sign
Wooden signs adorned with heartfelt sayings and motivational words add warmth and rustic charm to the walls of your house. Sure, you can browse the aisles of your favorite home goods store and find dozens of beautiful farmhouse signs. But you won't believe how easy (and cheap!) it is to do it yourself.
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More Fall DIYs to Freshen Up Your Front Porch
Do you love DIY as much as you love seeing the leaves fall and watching the color change? If your answer is yes, and we know it is, we have four projects to celebrate the season and add some fall flair to your front porch.
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Instantly Elevate Your Fall Porch Decor With This DIY Mums Planter
If you love autumn but could do without kitschy Halloween decorations, you’re going to want to stick with us and follow along.
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Spooky & Chic: DIY Wooden Pumpkin Cutouts
No pressure in the pumpkin patch to find your perfect decor – this simple DIY lets you customize the size of your pumpkin and blends in seamlessly with everything you’ve already got in the works for your fall front porch.
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Bring on the Boos: DIY Jack-O-Lantern Porch Lights
Lighting is everything – and the flicker of a lantern gives us all the fall feelings. A few cuts, some sanding and a little assembly later – these greeters at your door will become the boo(s) you never knew you needed.
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Fall-Ready DIY Porch Swing
Wanting to get out of the house and enjoy some fresh air while still relaxing at home? Kristen Lowery (@LoweryHouseToHome) created an easy DIY porch swing how-to guide perfect for just that! Build your new favorite space for some needed “me-time” or a place to snuggle your loved ones to watch the leaves change.
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Problem: Boring Bathroom Décor. Solution: Board & Batten Walls
Danielle Rivoli (@raisingmeadowsage) added DIY board and batten walls to her bathroom and you won't believe the transformation! Follow along to see her step-by-step process and download the full project plans to do it yourself! All you need are your tools, wood and a weekend to spare!
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Hello DIY Modern Wood Chair, Goodbye Futon
We’re loving the boho home décor trend that’s flooding our social feeds. Enter our DIY Modern Wood Chair. It’s built completely from 2x4s and is the perfect way to incorporate some natural wood into your space (a staple of the boho aesthetic) while giving you a sturdy, made-to-last chair that you can take with you from your college dorm room to your first apartment to your first home.
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Studying Solution: DIY Laptop Stand
Whether it’s homework (here’s to hoping) or late-night Netflix binges (if we’re being realistic), this DIY laptop stand can help your teenager avoid those device-driven posture problems.
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After School Plans: DIY Bulletin Board Organizer
We all know teens can be messy. Back to school, whether it’s virtual or in the classroom, brings missing homework, crumbled notes buried at the bottom of backpacks and the constant running around between after-school activities. Give your kid some space with this DIY Bulletin Board Organizer.
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Build the Ultimate Learning Station: DIY Kids Desk
Let’s face it, we’re all unclear on what this new school year will bring. What is clear is that our kiddos—whether they’re back in the classroom or learning virtually—need a way to stay organized at home that’s not the dining room table. This DIY Kids Desk is the perfect solution.
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The Perfect Stage Parent Project: A DIY Puppet Theater
Calling all theater enthusiasts! If you and the kids miss going to the theater to watch shows and plays in person, we have the perfect project for you: a DIY Puppet Theater. See how we built it and download the plans to build your own.
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DIY Ring Toss: Create Your Own Carnival
Does having your kids at home ever feel like a circus? Embrace the fun and create your own carnival game with a DIY ring toss! It’s a great game to play one-on-one or for the whole family to enjoy. We can guarantee this game won’t cause the kids to throw tantrums—just rings.
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DIY Kids Sandbox, Parents Serenity
Okay parents, as much as you love your kiddos, we can all agree it’s time for them to enjoy some “me time” of their own…outside! A day at the beach sounds great, right? Well, we’ve got the DIY project that’s the next best thing—a classic wooden sandbox with seating.
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Cook Up Some Fun: DIY Mud Kitchen
Let your little one’s imagination run wild with their very own DIY Mud Kitchen. This mud table is great for all sorts of projects including mud pies, arts and crafts, nature study, sensory activities, gardening, STEAM projects, you name it. In this post, we’ve gathered all the “ingredients” you need to DIY.
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BBQ Must-Have: DIY Silverware Caddy Holder
We love how this caddy holder looks like an old wooden toolbox that your great grandfather would’ve carted around. This caddy is not only interesting to look at, but also useful too, especially when you add a bottle opener on the side. It’s got everything you need for an amazing BBQ.
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DIY Centerpiece Gives Off the Perfect Casual Summer Vibe
We love that centerpieces aren’t just for special occasions anymore. Whether you’re dining in or sitting outside with a good book, adding a centerpiece to any table is a quick way to give your home a finished look. You’ll love how easy it is to build one with our step-by-step guide.
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This Yard Game Really Stacks Up
Giant Jenga — the perfect yard game for all ages! It’s also a great beginner woodworking project and pretty affordable too. All it takes is six 2" x 4" x 8' boards, a few simple tools and two to three hours to build. By the way, here’s a fun fact: Jenga means “build” in Swahili. Watch how we did and get the materials, tools and step-by-step instructions to build your own.
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Roll Into Summer With This DIY Grill Cart
It's grilling season. So why be stuck in the kitchen alone prepping food and schlepping dishes in and out when you can be outside socializing with everyone? That’s the beauty of this DIY Rolling Grill Cart. Build it yourself using our step-by-step guide!