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18 Desk Accessories to Enhance Your Workspace

It can be hard to muster up the motivation needed to get our work done sometimes, but with the right touch, you can turn your desk into a chic and cozy spot that you’ll never want to leave.
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How to Hang a Hammock

Hammocks are great for unwinding, napping, read a book while lounging, and soaking up the sun. Here are a few easy steps for hanging a hammock.
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10 DIY String Light Ideas

Nothing warms up a space like string lights. They add coziness, are painless to display, and are typically very affordable (you can often grab perfectly good options from the clearance section). Perhaps you’ve only utilized them during the holiday season, but they look just as pretty when hung up all year round
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DIY Ombre Wall Inspiration

Add style and a pop of color to any room with a beautiful accent wall featuring an easy DIY ombre effect.
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9 Mini DIY Zen Gardens

Chances are you don’t have a zen garden in your backyard or outside the office. But you could still bring the essence of one to your coffee table or desk with these small-scale terrains.
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DIY Entryway Gallery Wall

Accent your entryway with a stylish gallery wall featuring an easy molding frame
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Closet Turned Home Office

Having a dedicated work space is so important. Whether you’re a freelancer, a student, a CEO, or just a homeowner simply trying to keep track of bills, it can be easy to get thrown off without the proper space and organization.
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Upgrade Your Walls With Peel & Stick Paper

Switching up your interior has never been easier.
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Modern Bathroom Sink Fixtures

Looking to give your bathroom a modern makeover? Start with the faucet! Here are some design-savvy ideas to make your bathroom modern and sleek.
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How to Choose the Right Area Rug Size

Area rugs set the precedent for both the zone and tone within a space, meaning, these mats define design boundaries and aesthetic. When deciding on rug sizes, there are two options to consider: either a rug large enough to contain all the furniture on it or a rug that furniture is partially on. Read on to learn more about choosing a rug size for each room.
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How to Style a Mantel

Whether you have a true fireplace shelf or faux fixture, the mantel is a unique fixture where you can make a statement. Here are our best tips for styling a fireplace mantel.
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Maker Interview: Corey Decker of Sawdust 2 Stitches

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Corey Decker from Sawdust 2 Stitches in this installment of the House One Maker series.
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Maker Interview: Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress

House One’s Jenn Largesse interviews Sam Raimondi of DIY Huntress in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Brad Rodriguez of Fix This Build That in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: John Malecki

House One’s Aaron Massey interviews John Malecki in this installment of House One Maker Interview Series.
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Wall Colors to Help You Sleep Better

Need a better night’s sleep? Consider painting your bedroom walls one of these colors that help promote better slumber.
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How to Make Geometric Planters

This Old House DIY Expert & House One editor Jenn Largesse shows how to set up a miter saw to create geometric planter, shelves, and more.
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3-Room Remodels That Transform the Home

Exploring three beautiful room remodels to show you how far your budget, style, and DIY skills can go to transform a space, with This Old House DIY Expert & House One’s Jenn Largesse.
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Maker Interview: Anne Briggs of Anne of All Trades

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Anne Briggs of All Trades in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Jeremy Hill of Jericho Home

This Old House DIY Expert and House One editor Jenn Largesse interviews Jeremy Hill of Jericho Home in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Johnny Brooke of Crafted Workshop

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Johnny Brooke of Crafted Workshop in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Jaime Costiglio

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Jaime Costiglio in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Cheap (or Free) Online DIY Classes

Looking to expand your skills? A digestible online course will help. From refinishing furniture to learning sewing machine basics, see our list of recommended online courses to help expand your DIY skillset.
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Maker Interview: Katie Cleveland of Addicted 2 DIY

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Katie Cleveland of Addicted 2 DIY in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: Bob Clagett of I Like to Make Stuff

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews Bob Clagett of I Like to Make Stuff in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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Maker Interview: April Wilkerson of Wilker Do’s

House One host Jenn Largesse interviews April Wilkerson of Wilker Do’s in this installment of the House One Maker Interview Series.
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How to Create an Eerie Halloween Mirror

This haunting "reflection" will spook your guests and turn any entryway into a spot the Addams Family would approve of.
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7 Alternative Uses for Dental Floss

Dental floss is a household staple typically confined to the bathroom drawer next to your toothbrush, but here are a few other ways to put it to use.