IKEA illuminated bookshelf – Let there be light!

ContributorNovember 5, 2019

This is the story on how I built a BESTÅ + LACK illuminated bookshelf. It all started because I had an empty wall in my living room and needed...

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KALLAX reimagined as a Modern Card Catalog Cabinet

ContributorOctober 24, 2019

A streamlined and sleek modern card catalog cabinet I've always wanted a huge library card file/ apothecary cabinet but they are so expensive! Just so h...

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From cluttered to classy, organized art canvas storage

ContributorSeptember 12, 2019

Art canvas storage and art supplies corner for an artist's studio Since moving in to a new apartment a few months ago, I have not had a functional space to ...

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Make a Rustic Step Stool in 60 minutes

renovardesignSeptember 9, 2019

A quick and easy paint job to upgrade the BEKVÄM into a rustic step stool. I so wish that we had an IKEA close by.  The closest one to us is about 90 minute...

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You’ll have space for this simple $8 makeup organizer

ContributorSeptember 5, 2019

So I did this back-of-door makeup organizer because I just moved into an house with an existing wardrobe. As I did not yet have a makeup table, I decided t...

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IKEA outdoor dining table set gets real wood

ContributorSeptember 3, 2019

10 years of rain, sun, snow and heavy usage by the family made the supposedly indestructible polystyrene plastic on the IKEA FALSTER outdoor dining table set l...

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5 easy ways to create a unique KALLAX TV Stand

ContributorAugust 27, 2019

Simple mods to create your one-of-a-kind KALLAX TV stand The KALLAX is one of the most versatile ranges in IKEA. And IKEA designers are constantly adding to...

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Keep table runners in place on ÄPPLARÖ outdoor table

ContributorAugust 8, 2019

No more flyaway table runners! I bought this ÄPPLARÖ table so that all family could sit together on the deck.  The table seats 10.  ÄPPLARÖ drop leaf...

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IKEA’s STUVA kids range is perfect for a home office setup

ContributorAugust 1, 2019

I have been wanting to redo my home office setup. None of the desks offered were to my liking. I needed more space and more storage. What's more, I also did...

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Steel frame coffee table glammed up with stone

ContributorJuly 22, 2019

A simple tweak to get a high-end designer steel + stone coffee table Instead of the really expensive designer powder coated steel coffee table with a porcel...

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Super easy tiered pantry organisers. No hacking required!

ContributorJuly 8, 2019

I recently transformed my pantry into a super organised space thanks to some $5 IKEA spice racks. They are super handy as pantry organisers.  IKEA item used...

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Smash Bros Ultimate cover for IKEA magazine holders

ContributorJuly 4, 2019

I had a row of IKEA magazine holders on my BILLY shelf. After looking at them for a while, I decided it was too boring. So I decided to customize it a bit. ...

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IKEA filing cabinet: At last, an easy, perfect solution

ContributorJune 25, 2019

This has got to be the simplest IKEA hack ever. I did some online research and did not find any simple ways of using IKEA KALLAX shelves as a filing cabinet fo...

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Easy peasy colorful children’s stool

ContributorJune 3, 2019

I love DIY projects and IKEA hacks ! Recently I went to IKEA, and let’s be honest, I went quite mental. I can almost remember my hubby sighing with&nbs...

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Giant dandelion MASKROS floor lamp

ContributorMay 31, 2019

I saw a post on Facebook where Vivacity Arts was asking people to submit ideas for an installation called ‘Boxed in’. The installation was an exciting new ...

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IKEA VIDJA Floor Lamp with Vintage Fish Decor

ContributorMay 27, 2019

I love the fabulous and fantastical fish illustrations of Louis Renard and I wanted a unique way to display them in my home.  That is when I came up with ...

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Skådis pegboard as back panel for Alex storage unit

ContributorMay 21, 2019

I was looking for a back panel for my ALEX storage unit unit. The original one sits inside the unit (see pix below) and didn't leave enough room for my gaming c...

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Jackson Pollock inspired lamp and media unit

ContributorMay 20, 2019

After I moved into a smaller apartment I was forced to set my home office in the space where the living room is. I had no choice but to hack the MICKE drawer un...

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