Upgrade your patio with DIY furniture. It may seem daunting to try to build your own furniture but we'll show you the way with plans for each piece.

Paint empty wine or water bottles with vibrant colours for a festive look. Use them as unique flower vases or standalone showpieces. Create ambient lighting by filling bottles with fairy lights. Try ...

Secure your home while saving money with our picks of the best DIY security systems. Macy Meyer is a North Carolina native who graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill with a BA in English and a second BA ...

It’s a good idea with a long weekend to make a big batch of some staples that can be eaten for lunch or dinner, dressed up of down. This rice salad is the perfect example; serve it with smoked ...

From ingenious DIY projects that you can complete in a weekend to ready-made items that provide instant gratification, we've got solutions that cater to all needs and skill levels. Whether you're ...

A cat burglar costume is easy to put together on short notice. To start, wear a black-and-white striped top and black gloves. DIY a pair of cat ears and apply feline-inspired makeup to enhance the ...

Home improvement firm Wickes reported it had returned to growth over the summer today but warned its sales were likely to wane as pent up DIY demand eases in the coming months. The London-listed ...

Wickes has reported a rise in sales as it “successfully” grew volumes and market share in the 13 weeks to September 2024. Wickes total revenue in the third quarter of the year improved 0.4% to £391.3m ...

Wickes’ TradePro business performed particularly well in the period with sales up 16% year-on-year. Meanwhile, DIY sales remained in moderate decline as customers continued to focus on smaller ...