18 Easy DIY Projects That Will Simplify Your Kitchen

My father once told me that kitchen remodeling is the most stressful thing that a family can go through – he said this while cooking a meal on a hot plate in the living room while his own kitchen was being remodeled.
Luckily, a total kitchen overhaul isn’t always necessary when it comes to sprucing up your kitchen. In fact, you can upgrade your cooking space with simple tricks that won’t break the bank – and won’t require you to break through any walls.Here, we’ve compiled 18 simple ideas to update your own kitchen space. These ideas are fun, simple, and will only cost you a fraction of what it would to replace the cabinets or update the floors. Sometimes in life, the small changes make a huge difference – #7 might just be a game-changer.

06. Fill your extra counter and windowsill space with these adorable teacup gardens.

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07. Keep your fridge shelves clean by lining them with placemats – when things get dirty, just remove and wash!

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08. Paint yourself a customized and beautiful teapot.

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9. If you’re running out of shelf space, try making one of these clever DIY coffee mug holders.

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10. Add some old-fashioned lettering to clear glass canisters.

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11. Fill your kitchen walls with clever, kitchen-related art.

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12. DIY some tea towels for special, occasions.

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13. Give your kitchen drawers a bright pop of color by lining them with colorful paper.

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14. If you prefer a more earthy look, try updating your backsplash with river rocks.

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15. Plan your family’s meals with this DIY menu board.

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16. Improve your cupboards with attention to small details.

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17. Keep your iPad out of the way with this cute tablet holder.

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18. Organize your pans and muffin tins with an old magazine rack.

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