Decor & Accessories

Casual Halloween fans need not apply.

This spooky, large-scale DIY can be done for under $120.

Soaking in a nice hot tub of bubbles at the end of the day is a small luxury that can make a big difference. If you make your own, you can choose what scents you want to soak in, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what’s going on your skin. Also, it can a lot cheaper and just as luxurious as the fancy kinds. The key to a successful homemade bubble bath is to get a good mix of essential oils and the right amount of bubbles.

Back in 2020, a handful of TikTokers began showing their followers how to make DIY cloud walls and ceilings using LED light strips, poster board, and a whole bunch of polyester fiberfill. The trend went viral and it’s perfect for the upcoming Halloween season. TikTok user Aurélie Bouti (@aureliestoryy) has been posting videos of her media center cloud wall, and the ambiance it’s creating is just right for spooky season.

Making a statement with mirrors has never been easier.

And it's easier than you think.

So what’s the deal with vinyl spray paint: does it work, or is it a waste of time? I put three different paints to the test on three of the exact same chairs and was pretty surprised with the results. Hint: as it turns out, vinyl and fabric spray paint can actually work! There are some pretty impressive Before & Afters floating around of old, ugly vinyl furniture having been given new life with paint.

Yes, I'm giving you permission to play with your food.

Get more mileage out of your well-loved basics.

How to paint plastic without it chipping, cracking or flaking.

Let’s face it, baseboard radiators are ugly. They’re boxy, often institutional beige, and they tend to accumulate scuffs and splotches of rust. But baseboard radiators do serve an important purpose, and those of us who rely on them to heat our homes are more or less stuck with them. Fortunately, there are ways to work around these wall-space-hogging eyesores, and painting your baseboard heater covers to match your home’s walls or trim is a great place to start.