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How to make a cute cat bed for your furry friend

How to make a cute cat bed for your furry friend

Children or pets make a house a home, and if your furry friend is the king or queen of your household, they surely deserve their very own throne! Here Marty dismantles a cheap and cheerful shelf and transforms it into the cutest wee bed we ever did see Tools you will need Pencil; hand saw; […]
How to create your own drinks trolley in 6 easy steps

How to create your own drinks trolley in 6 easy steps

The makeover options are endless with this pine utility shelf. Here we’ve turned it into a cute drinks trolley – or you could use it as mobile storage unit! You will need Hand saw, tape measure, pencil, hammer, heavy-duty scissors, phillips screwdriver, square Step 1 Follow flat-pack instructions to build utility shelf (it’s 800 x […]
How to build an industrial cage light

How to build an industrial cage light

The resident Scotsman from TV3’s The Block NZ demonstrates how to put your own spin on budget-friendly finds. First up, an industrial cage light Materials Candle holder from Kmart Matte black spray paint 40x20mm vitex wood Pencil and square Handsaw 30mm wood screws Cordless power drill and screwdriver bit/screwdriver Light fitting (we got ours from  The […]
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How to build your own vertical garden

How to build your own vertical garden

Two planks of wood and four plastic troughs is all it takes to create your own vertical garden for a visual statement, indoors or out Tools you will need  Fine-blade hacksaw; square; 600mm level; pencil; Phillips screwdriver; measuring tape; sanding block, hand saw. This project uses plastic troughs from Bunnings (pictured below) as the basis for this vertical garden. […]
How to build a handy storage shelf

How to build a handy storage shelf

Storage is a key part of any well-functioning home, and a shelving unit can be both beautiful and useful without costing the earth. Here’s how… Tools you will need  Hand saw; Ruler; Pencil; Sandpaper; Paintbrush (for varnish). This project uses a shelving unit from Bunnings (pictured below) as the basis for this shelf. How to build a storage shelf […]
How to build a bench seat with built-in storage

How to build a bench seat with built-in storage

Both functional and beautiful, this DIY bench seat is the perfect piece to bring your entryway to life – it’s ideal for storing shoes, jackets and bags Tools you will need  Ruler; screwdriver; square; handsaw; hammer; electric sander; drop cloths; paint brush. This project uses a Sort It cabinet from The Warehouse (pictured below) as […]
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How to create a mobile Lego station that doubles as storage

How to create a mobile Lego station that doubles as storage

This clever DIY project combines storage, a building platform and – when the masterpiece is complete – a display area, all in one Tools you will need: Measuring tape; pencil; handsaw; square; hammer; drill; sandpaper; paint brush; drop sheet; screwdriver. How to Buy a piece of 1800 x 600 x 18mm dressed pine. Cut out 2 […]
How to build a budget-friendly desk

How to build a budget-friendly desk

Previously from The Block NZ, Marty joins the YH&G team to show us how to put together a desk that’s kind on your time and pocket Materials you will need 2 x bookcases;  2 x cans spray paint;  18mm plywood;  Click-in flooring;  Wood glue;  Timber surround;  Nails;  Clear varnish;  8 screws Tools you will need Tape measure; Hand […]