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March 9, 2014

10 Easy DIY Projects Around The House

SO many beautiful projects were linked up to the Inspiration Gallery this week! There is so much talent and creativity out there, I am always amazed at what you all come up with. So inspiring. 
Here are 10 Easy DIY Projects Around The House
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 Industrial rustic desk by Upcycled Treasures 
 DIY Bottle cap picture magnets by View from the fridge
 DIY Leather plant hanger by Bigger than the three of us
 DIY floating shelves by Designer trapped in a Lawyer’s body 
 DIY jewelry holder by Learning,creating, living 
 
 DIY accent table by Making home base
 DIY Pallet board serving tray by Brepurposed
 DIY Gold desk dishes by Homey oh my 
DIY Wooden pallet by Crafts by Courtney
 
DIY Mason Jar sconce lamp by Vintage prairie style 
Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram to see what I’ve been working on this weekend!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Breanna says

    March 9, 2014 at 10:41 am

    Ah thank you so much for the feature! Being a newbie, I think I just about jumped out of my chair when I got the notification :) I really appreciate it, this totally made my day! If there is anything I need to do on my end, let me know, as this is all still a little foreign to me :)

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  2. Katie says

    March 9, 2014 at 12:08 pm

    Awesome ideas, Taryn! I LOVE that mason jar sconce, that white pallet with the spring decor, all of it!! Thanks so much for including my Bottle Cap Magnets this week! Made my Sunday! Hope you’re having a great weekend!

    Katie

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  3. Tasha @ Designer Trapped in a Lawyer's Body says

    March 9, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    Thanks so much for featuring my DIY floating shelves, Taryn! Hope your are having a fabulous weekend!

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  4. Ashley@Biggerthanthethreeofus says

    March 10, 2014 at 6:01 am

    Thanks for featuring my plant hanger! It’s definitely a Easy DIY. Have a great week!

    Reply
  5. Chelsea says

    March 10, 2014 at 11:16 am

    Thanks for the feature, T! xo

    Reply
  6. Courtney @ Crafts by Courtney says

    March 10, 2014 at 11:16 am

    Very excited to see my DIY Wooden Pallet included in your roundup!! So many great and inspiring ideas you have included here!!

    Reply
  7. Amy @ Homey Oh My! says

    March 10, 2014 at 12:15 pm

    Hi Taryn! Thank you so much for featuring my gold desk dishes!

    Reply
  8. Katie @ Upcycled Treasures says

    March 11, 2014 at 7:56 am

    I love all of these ideas and thank you so much for including my desk! Have a great week :)

    Reply

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