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RECYCLE IT
It's so easy to recycle a tree stump into a stylish side table for a rustic yet sophisticated piece for your living room.
QUICK PROJECT
Pop into your local hardware store for PAR pine and grab your power tools to make this quick and easy room divider.
HOW TO MAKE SOAP
Washing your hands regularly with soap and water is still one of the best ways to protect your family from germs.
REDESIGN SMALL BEDROOM
It's the room where you spend the most time, but it's also the room where some people tend to spend the least money.
DRILL BIT SHARPENER
Drill Doctor introduces self-powered drill bit sharpener at incredibly special launch price, making it affordable to DIYers.
MAKE AN ENTRANCE!
Entrance halls are not only for grand mansions, they offer a beautiful space to introduce the unique identity of our home.
MAKE A BUCKET LIST
Leftover HTH bucket or paint buckets? Check for recycle stamp #5 and use these to store or grow plants, plus more.
WHICH IS BETTER?
Should I buy a ceramic hob or an induction hob and what is the difference between the two?
5 EASY UNGRADES
Giving your bathroom a new look doesn't have to cost a lot of money if you shop wisely and pay attention to small details.
FRUIT TREES IN SMALL GARDEN
Since my recent post about my vegetable garden, I thought I would also share my plans for growing fruit trees as well.
LOVE THE LOOK OF WOOD?
We all know how beautiful wood floors look, but now you can combine the look of wood and the durability of tile.
SOURCE SEEDS TO GROW YOUR OWN
Now we have joined the ranks of gardeners who grow their own, I'm on the hunt or organic vegetable seeds.
SHARE THE GIFT
Builders gift registry online including an app that makes it easy to fulfill all your gifting requirements.
CELEBRATE AT HOME
Inspired by Spier's rich wine history, here are some wonderful ways to make this Heritage Day a memorable one.
PICNICS IN OCTOBER
Nothing beats a stylish picnic in a natural environment and Quoin Rock is a winning destination for a pleasurable day out.
SO YUMMY!
Give your breakfasts a new twist with this Eggs Benedict and Hollandaise sauce recipe from Chef Tharwat Londt.
#BALCONYGARDEN
#balconygarden is a popular trend, but knowing how to create a cohesive space can seem a daunting task.
COLOUR GLASS
When recycling glass food jars, being able to add some colour to these means you can find even more uses for them.
AN ORGANIC TOUCH
Organic materials are perfect for crafting accessories such as a mirror frame, as shown in this feature.
PEG IT UP
Make a DIY pegboard that use dowels and easily mounted shelves for both storage and as a decorative accessory.
QUICK PROJECT
Not everyone has the funds to buy new appliances, but this solution will give your ugly appliances a new look.
MAKE IT
The hotter months of the year make it perfect to dine outdoors and this wooden picnic table will seat an entire family.
IN BUDGET AND ON TIME
An expert shares some crucial tips and secrets to get you that perfect kitchen redo you are dreaming about!
FREE eBOOK
Now more than ever children need positive input in their lives and some happy distraction to keep them occupied.
COCO WHAT?
Coco products achieve growing popularity for home gardens to preserve water and help the environment.
REAL LIFE RENO
Looking to revamp your kitchen on the cheap? Take inspiration from this SupaWood and scaffolding plank reno.
SHOPPING FOR TILES
The global pandemic has brought about plenty of changes, but we can enjoy is the ability to buy more online.
SO SOFT AND FLUFFY
Pom-Pom rugs are incredibly easy to make and once you have made one pom-pom rug you will want to make more.
BEST OF THE BEST!
When you need to use the best tools money can buy - it's no secret that the Festool range of tools is just that.
MICATEX WITH POLYCELL
Plascon Micatex, the strongest exterior paint, now contains Polycell for even more strength, toughness and protection.
EASY FABRIC PAINTING
Add pattern to your dining table or make cushion, curtains or blinds, with these simple and easy ideas for fabric painting.
MAKE IT
Make this attractive console table using PAR pine and laminated pine and place in an entrance or hallways.
BEAUTIFUL DOORS
Give your closet a makeover with fabric for doors that reflect both style and sophisticated good looks.
TREND ALERT!
Tired of your square home? Discover a new decorating trend taking homes by storm - painted wall arches.
NEW CRAFT TREND
Get crafty with colourful Sharpie pens and some alcohol or use alcohol ink for your craft projects with these ideas.
GOOD NIGHT?
If you haven't replaced your pillows for quite some time, we take a look at the most common filling materials.
QUICK PROJECT
Not satisfied with a plain headboard and prefer something more eye-catching, why not think about using a piece of art?
3 WAYS TO REPURPOSE
Want to give your furniture a revamp or just make it more trendy? Take a look at these 3 ways to repurpose old furniture.
BEFORE YOU PAINT...
Before you open that can of paint, you might want to check that you don't have any of these problems before you start.
NO MORE BACKACHE
I have been planning raised beds and vertical gardens and I'm pleased to show you the result to date.
TODAY ONLY!
The Bosch GKF 550W Palm Router is a powerful router that is very easy to use and on special offer for today only!
NEED A REMODEL?
A dark and uninspiring 70s style kitchen gets a remodel - but retains its original floorplan to save on costs.
YEAR-ROUND ENJOYMENT
With all spending more time at home, we look at a few ways to build an outdoor area for your-round entertaining.
MAKE A BOOKSHELF
Let your child experience the joy of reading. It expands their imagination and increases language skills at an early age.
A DRIVEWAY THAT ROCKS!
This stunning concrete rock driveway is installed using moulds that are filled with cement mix and then tinted and sealed.
DESIGN AN INTERESTING GARDEN
It's all too easy to lay square lawn and plant flowers, but there are ways to make your garden more interesting.
MORE WAYS TO RECYCLE
Recycling is not a passing trend, it's a lifestyle; something we all need to be more aware of.
WORTH THE HASSLE?
You can have it delivered - at a cost, but if you want to take it home yourself and save money, make sure you can!
DIRTY MONEY
It's no secret that paper money is dirty, but did you know that it is dirtier than a household toilet!
DEEP CLEAN CARPETS
The weather is warming up and it's time to think about giving your carpets and rugs a deep cleaning.
EASILY CUT IBR
I am busy setting out raised beds for my veggie garden and needed to cut IBR sheeting using Malco Shears.
JOIN THE FUN
Want to make your own decor accessories or custom furniture? Find out how at DIY-Divas around the country.
WE'RE BACK IN ACTION!
We're taking the necessary precautions in order to bring DIY Divas back in action to a venue close to you.
DON'T RATTLE THOSE POTS & PANS
Stainless steel pots & pans are popular, but you need to use these types of pans with care if you want them to last.
DESIGN-A-BED
Wide range of custom beds, bedside tables and storage furniture for boys and girls bedrooms.
CLIMBING THE WALLS!
Schools in - schools out - who knows! One thing for sure is that this climbing wall will keep the kids occupied for hours.
MAKE IT
Crates are great for turning into a handy side table and you only need a drill/driver and galvanised pipe and fittings.
ORGANISE GARAGE
If your garage is a dumping ground, cleaning out and keeping it organised doesn't have to be such hard work.
MORE USES FOR PLASTIC
Recycle plastic household wastefor practical uses in the garden. Check out these great recycling ideas.
PRIVACY PLEASE!
Now that painting the exterior of the house is done, it's time to increase the height of my front wall.
SAFETY FIRST
MICROJIG is an ultra-safe,innovative woodworking jig that considers your safety of the utmost importance.
DON'T PLANT THAT TREE!
There has been a lot of homeowners having trees removed that were causing damage to their property.
TODAY ONLY!
The Kreg R3 Pocket-Hole Jig makes all your crafty DIY and woodworking projects easy and simple.
ARTFULLY ARRANGED
If you are wondering how to style a bookcase for best effect, we show you some Instagram-worthy ideas.
SOPHISTICATED PALETTE
Some wonderful paint hues are waiting to fill your home with brightness, warmth and fresh spring appeal.
UNEXPECTED STORAGE
Finding extra space isn't easy, but there are a few places to store more that you probably never thought of.
SOFTWOOD OR HARDWOOD?
We've all come to know pine as a softwood, but what's the difference between softwood and hardwood?
DIY KITCHEN @ R25,000
You have been wanting to give your kitchen a revamp for ages, but can you do it on a tight budget?
8 QUICK & EASY IDEAS
Here are some quick and easy ways to spruce up your garden for a colourful space where you love to spend time.
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY
Here's a great opportunity for you to put Festool to the test with their 'Try before you buy' promotion.
SAY BYE-BYE TO THESE TRENDS
Trends have a habit of inspiring us to do things in our homes, only to become out of fashion a few years later.
WORTH THE INVESTMENT?
I am seriously considering underfloor heating in my freezing bathroom and want to consider all the options...
TYPES OF MULCH
Every garden needs a layer of mulch to enrich the soil or offer many other benefits to garden plants.
A JOB WELL DONE
Finding the right tiling contractor is not easy, so we offer some tips on the best way to go about this.
HOW SAFE IS MY WORKSPACE?
Going to work during the throes of a global pandemic has everyone asking the question, "How safe is my workspace?"
MASKS TO MAKE YOU SMILE!
African Smiles and local creatives support the Smile Foundation with inspiring face masks with a message
CAPE MALAY CHICKEN CURRY
If not protected from UV rays, your furniture can suffer from fading and scorching caused by direct sunlight.
PREVENT SUN DAMAGE
If not protected from UV rays, your furniture can suffer from fading and scorching caused by direct sunlight.
FUN DECORATING IDEAS
We offer some functional ideas to put into practice when decorating a bedroom for a child 8 - 12 years of age.
REMOVE BAKED-ON GREASE
When you're a busy baker, you want an easy and effective way to clean your baking trays.
