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DIY (do it yourself) projects are a favorite among greenies. Many DIY creations come alive straight from items already owned — lying around the house or forgotten about in someone else's. DIY projects are green because they embody the "reuse" third of the three Rs, and they can be quite satisfying when complete, due to the feelings of pride and accomplishment they inspire. Men, women and children alike enjoy DIY projects because of the vast variety of different types that are possible (mechanics, technology, clothing, food, furniture, carpentry, decor, art and many more). Check out MNN's collection of DIY articles and get creative. (Photo: Flickr)

Articles about DIY

  • Make an igloo out of milk jugs

    Mon, Dec 03 2012 at 8:44 AM

    Create an indoor igloo for a playhouse or reading space using cleaned-out milk jugs, cardboard, glue and some time and patience.

  • 9 uses for recycled sweaters

    Sun, Dec 02 2012 at 11:49 PM

    We all have unwearable sweaters hanging around. Here's what to do with them.

  • Playing catch up: Gift guide, anyone?

    Fri, Nov 30 2012 at 3:52 PM

    Well, color me shocked: Holiday gift guides dominate this week's link wrangle-fest. Plus, the pluses and minuses of living in a shoebox, the Atlantic Yards' prefab high-rise and Martha Stewart's tatted-up devotees.

  • 20 clever uses for duct tape

    Wed, Nov 28 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Duct tape is the absolute darling of the do-it-yourself set. Here are some novel, even wacky, uses for it.

  • 3 ways to turn pine cones into sparkly decor

    Wed, Nov 28 2012 at 2:29 PM

    While most of the year you want to keep them out of the house, the holiday season invites a special whimsy.

  • DIY upcycled candle holders

    Wed, Nov 28 2012 at 1:31 PM

    There's no need to buy something to put your candles in or on -- just look around and you'll probably find something that's attractive and functional.

  • Gratitude crafts for Thanksgiving

    Tue, Nov 20 2012 at 11:53 AM

    Five great crafts to get the whole family thinking about gratitude this holiday season.

  • Make your own honey syrup

    Mon, Nov 19 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Honey syrup is easy to make, and it's a must if you're going to be serving Prohibition-era cocktails at your holiday parties.

  • Creative ways to use branches, twigs and sticks

    Thu, Nov 15 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Don't just toss your tree debris over the fence. Use it to make a fence (and other cool things).

  • 4 fun nature crafts for fall

    Wed, Nov 14 2012 at 8:19 AM

    Celebrate the cooler temperatures and fall colors with these creative crafts.

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