I’m not normally one to make my own beauty or fragrance products, but these ones are so beautiful and seem to be somehow uncomplicated that I might be tempted to do so! 

DIY citronella candle from Earnest Home

DIY bath bomb from Idlewife

DIY incense holder from Almost Makes Perfect

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I’ve been spotting some gorgeous DIY trays out there in blog land. Here are some of my favorites to gussy up and make or makeover!

DIY vanity tray from Sugar and Cloth 

DIY tv tray makeover on East Coast Creative Blog

DIY wallpaper breakfast tray here on Lars for Laura Ashley 

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Sometimes the simplest DIY can make the biggest impact, no? These wooden triangle projects are perfect for the novice crafter yet cool enough to be tackled by the expert.

DIY triangle mirror by Almost Makes Perfect 

DIY triangle shelf by The Merry Thought

DIY triangle jewelry stand by The Merry Thought

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Ladders serve so many functions. The DIYs I’ve collected here are some where you can make the entire thing on your own (good luck!) or you can repurpose an old ladder for a new function. Here are some of my favorites from around the web:

DIY ladder shelving unit from A Pair and a Spare

DIY ladder wardrobe from A Pair and a Spare

DIY ladder pot hanger from Inside Out 

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Leather DIY projects always seem to look professional and classy, non? I’ve done some of my own projects in the past, but based on these ones, I need to do more. They’re so beautiful!

DIY leather file folders from Homey Oh My!

DIY wire basket leather handles from A Beautiful Mess

DIY leather jewelry caddy from A Pair and a Spare

DIY leather luggage tags from Almost Makes Perfect 

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