Build a Polished Concrete Desk and save some money in the process. Just follow the instructions in the DIY here.
“Plan and layout the desk. Take measurements of the location you plan to place it. Nothing is worse than building something you wont be able to use. Make sure the concrete is broken up into manageable pieces both to prevent fractures, and to make sure that it is humanly possible to carry it to its final location! Also consider styling and other design elements. I dec
Don’t be fooled by this innocuous looking contraception. As the KipKay may just be the loudest alarm clock on the block or the world ! Don’t believe us? Then check out the video below for how ear splitting it really is!
Who doesn’t like using the laptop in the bed? More importantly who doesn’t end up with a back pain when using the laptop in the bed? If you like me also refuse to give up this bad habit, then this DIY will interest you. Learn how to make an ergonomically designed laptop stand for bed and the best part? It will only take you around 30 minutes!
Materials Needed: -wood strip, .75 in x 1.75 in x 6 ft. Just about anything of the right size will do. -hard board, MDF board, etc – I used MDF the first time due to the clean white melamine coating, but the plain hardboard loo
If you love the idea of tea light lanterns but hate the idea of open flames and dripping wax, then this DIY is just for you. Learn how to convert a tea light lantern into a funky little compact fluorescent lamp! Things you need:
Tools: Hand Drill 1/8″ (or similar) drill bit Sheet Metal Step Bit (or a 7/16″ drill bit)
Materials: Tea Light Lantern (I am using a “Roterra” from IKEA) C7 Compact Fluorescent bulb (I am using an E12 “Sparsam” from IKEA) Chandelier Bulb Socket Lamp Hardware Kit Rotary Thumb Switch Electrical Cord
Make a fully functional work desk by using old wooden boxes and crates. The best part? You don’t need to be a bonafied carpenter to accomplish this feat of work.
An excerpt: “I wanted to use crates found at garage sales and thrift stores for the drawers, have a tidy cable and cord system, shelving integrated, not conceal too much of the wall, and to fit the space that I had evenly. I also wanted to spend as little money as possible on it and use salvaged materials.”
Read the full instructions
Before the Wii and the PS3, there was Pac Man and those from my generation will vouch how addictive it was. Hence I love the Pacman pouf which can be made at home by following the directions here.
Material list: - 15 mm MDF, depending on the size, you will need at least the C-shape to be created from one piece. - 9 mm multiplex (plywood) - 32mm*40mm timber (count number needed * height for total length needed) - larger ones (for example 40mm*40mm) for the corners and block - upholstery. I used sky
Make a quirky bunk bed/loft organizer where you can safely keep stuff like books, reading glasses or mobile phones. To read the full instructions go here and check the list below to see what you will need:
Heavy-weight fabric for backing Fabric for the pocket (this fabric can be heavy or lighter weight) 2 Buttons
Are you a bookworm and always running out of space to keep your favourite possessions? Then maybe you can make your own bookcase and save some hard earned bucks in the process. We really like the Beehive Bookcase, which you can make at home following the directions here.
Materials Consuamables: One large sheet of 1/4 inch particle board Glue Primer Paint
Tools: Table Saw Clamps Paint Brushes
You can make this cool Soda Tab Chainmail Laptop Bag at home without burning a hole in your pocket. The dimensions used here perfectly fit a 13″ MacBook, but the proportions can be adjusted for other laptops, or to make other bag sizes. To read the instructions go here.
Make a College Loft Bed that doest necessary need to be in a dorm room but can also be used in small space. Dimensions given will accommodate an Extra-Long Twin mattress with 1″ extra on every side and here are the things you would need:
