Modern DIY Projects
31Jan08
I have been coming across a bunch of good DIY projects online lately, and I thought that I would share some of the recent ones I have found. The most impressive of them all is this Ikea hack by the folks at Moddi. It uses some off the shelf pieces as well as some Ikea goodies, and the result is a great looking murphy bed for under $200. You can buy the plans from Moddi for $8, and with a little elbow grease have your very own affordable modern murphy bed.
Plans available at Moddi for $8.
If your not feeling quite that ambitious, you could always tackle a smaller job, like this DIY stuffed animal. This little kit comes with two hand screened pieces of canvas. All you have to do is follow the instructions, cut them out, sew them up and stuff them. It would be a nice and easy little project, and you have to admit that Claus is one of the cutest racoons you’ve ever seen.
Available at Egg Press for $26
If you don’t have a kid to make a stuffed animal for, or just aren’t into that thing, you could always treat your laptop to it’s own little felt cozy. Grace over at Design Sponge has posted a great little how to on making your very own laptop cozy. This one is even easier because there is absolutely no sewing involved. The end result is a very nice looking protective sleeve for your laptop.
Full instructions at Design Sponge
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Great, helpful post. I’ve been wanting to install a Murphy bed in my spare room/studio for years, but have always been put off by the high price and involved fabrication of other kits. I’m a pretty good carpenter, but simpler (and cheaper!) is always better. I’ve already downloaded the plans, and I’m about to start ordering parts.
Dangit. I do believe I’m going to have to try this here murphy bed plan out, as if I didn’t already have enough projects. Our small house can’t have a dedicated guest room, but a full wall-mounted bed in my studio/office could be pretty groovy. I’m curious about the functionality of the gas shocks.
Do it David! I want to find out how well it works so I can decide if I want to do it for a guest room.
Alright, man. I just got the gas shocks in the mail today. Looks like I’m committed. I’ll keep you posted.
I just bought one too! Thanks for the lead!