Why Don’t You…?
Posted by Erin | Filed under Inspiration, Musings
… transform that stack of magazines into a useful (and visually interesting!) stool?
Created by German-based design label Nijstudio, the Hockenheimer stool aims to reduce clutter, save space and upcycle your everyday goods, transforming into a creation of ultimate function. Whether you choose to stack newspapers, magazines or your favorite design books, Nijstudio provides the base and belts — you do the rest!
I can’t help but think this would make a sweet DIY project with a bit of creativity. Any takers?
Via Dbriefed.
Tags: creative furniture, diy-project, furniture, media furniture, stool, storage, upcycle
The 5 Minute Storage Solution
Posted by Erin | Filed under Design Tips, Inspiration, Musings, Solutions
You know that pile of laundry that sits on your bedroom floor? The “not-quite-dirty-enough-to-be-laundered” but certainly “not-clean-enough-to-be-placed-in-the-dresser” pile? Surely I’m not the only one.
Enter a quirky, yet genius solution: Dress boys. Take a few of those random chairs you collect, slice them in half and drill them into your wall (landlords beware!) for a fun, impromptu hanging station.
Ah, laziness can be so beautiful.
Via Ikea Hackers
Tags: bedroom, chair, chairs, diy-project, ikea-hack, projects, wall decor, wall-storage
Bright Idea: Paint Chip Your Wall!
Posted by Erin | Filed under Inspiration, Musings
I stumbled upon a gorgeous image from Murobond yesterday and immediately felt inspired to create a similar look in my home — particularly in a rarely-used, nearly barren backsplash in our guest powder room. Take a peek:
It's lovely, yes? Of course, these paint chips are $1.50 each (AU), but I'm sure my local hardware store wouldn't mind me taking a few samples off their hands…
What do you think? Would you ever pin paint chips to your walls in lieu of artwork? I love the idea of trying unexpected color palettes to see what fits. Let the games begin!
Via Remodelista
Tags: color, diy-art, diy-project, paint-chips, wall art
The Best DIY Ever
Posted by Erin | Filed under Design Tips, Inspiration, Solutions
Quick: Add a balloon, lace doilies, glue and patience to your shopping list.
Sounds like you're prepping for a party, but rather, you'd be prepping for the coolest pendant creation ever. Take a peek at this easy peasy lighting project created by DOS Family (found via More Design, Please), which was inspired by this $850 number at ReMade USA.
Truly amazing, yes? Filing this in my "must create ASAP" folder!
Tags: diy-lighting, diy-pendant, diy-project, doily-pendant, doily-projects, lace-pendant, lighting
