Creative DIY Projects That Turn Trash Into Treasure
Those of you out there who have had babes can attest to how expensive maternity jeans actually are, and how unflattering most of the styles can be. Thanks to Instructables, now you can make your own the next time you find yourself knocked up! The 11 step guide comes with a PDF, and it shows you how to take an old pair of jeans and an old tee shirt and make maternity jeans that rival the expensive, store-bought kind!
You know that feeling when you see a project and instantly start mentally rearranging your whole weekend to fit it in? That was me with The Carpenter’s Daughter’s DIY Board Game Table tutorial. I mean, it’s so good. Functional, stylish, and honestly—such a conversation starter.
It’s the kind of piece that looks high-end, but she breaks it down step-by-step in a way that makes it totally achievable, even if you’re not a woodworking wizard. And if you’ve got a Cricut machine (like I do, gathering dust in the corner), this is your cue to plug it in and actually use it. She used hers to create the game board top, and it adds such a clean, custom finish.
I never really thought about how handy a built-in game board could be—no more shuffling Monopoly pieces off the kitchen table when it’s time for dinner! It’s perfect for families, game nights with friends, or even just a cool coffee table alternative with a little hidden fun.
What I Love About This Project:
It doubles as a gorgeous piece of furniture.
You can totally customize the games—checkers, chess, tic-tac-toe, you name it.
It’s an awesome way to up your Cricut game (seriously, I’ve been inspired).
And let’s be honest—it’s a great excuse to get crafty and competitive.
If you’re looking for a project with style and function, check out the full tutorial here. Fair warning though—you’ll probably end up wanting to make more than one.
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to charge my Cricut and pretend I know how to play chess again…