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20 Awesome Ikea Hacks You Have To Try

By Melanie Blodgett |

I’ll say it. I like – nay, I love Ikea. But sometimes Ikea stuff is a little on the bland side and needs some repurposing or spicing up. Here are 20 awesome Ikea hacks I love and you should too.

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  • Modular Storage

    Modular Storage

    So, so beautiful. I need to make this ASAP.
    See more here on Apartment Therapy.

  • Ombre Dresser

    Ombre Dresser

    Such a cool effect without too much effort.
    See more here on House and Home.

  • SIT

    SIT

    Ha! How did they add that "S" there?
    Check it out here on Shelterness.

  • Toy Kitchen

    Toy Kitchen

    I want one. Now.
    See more here on Apartment Therapy.

  • Industrial Lamp

    Industrial Lamp

    Metal, wood and cement in one lamp? Sounds like perfection to me.
    See more here on Ikea Hackers.

  • Mini Bar

    Mini Bar

    This is such a genius and gorgeous use of this odd little space.
    See more here on Ikea Hackers.

  • Deck Chairs

    Deck Chairs

    Don't these chairs look so sleek? I love the slatted look.
    See more here on KS Modern.

  • Dresser Made Nightstand

    Dresser Made Nightstand

    A small dresser became a great little nightstand. I've always said nightstands don't have enough drawers.
    See more here on Armelle.

  • Rope Mirror

    Rope Mirror

    Pretty and simple. My kind of DIY.
    See more here on Apartment Therapy.

  • Picture Dresser

    Picture Dresser

    How cool is this? The possibilities are kind of endless with this one.
    See more here on Ikea Hackers.

  • Mirrors Made Lights

    Mirrors Made Lights

    Pull out mirrors made into bed side lights! Genius!
    See more here on Manhattan Nest.

  • Bird Feeder

    Bird Feeder

    A tri-level serving dish made into a bird feeder! Who comes up with this stuff?
    See more here Ikea Hackers.

  • Hide Something Ugly

    Hide Something Ugly

    A fantastic way to hide something unsightly in the room.
    See more here on Makely Home.

  • Hideaway Printer

    Hideaway Printer

    Until someone designs a printer that isn't a total eye sore, this is the perfect solution.
    See more here on PBJ Stories.

  • Wrapping Paper Organization

    Wrapping Paper Organization

    It's great to know I'm not the only one who needs to contain their wrapping paper.
    See more here on Gallery.

  • Kiddo Furniture

    Kiddo Furniture

    A simple kid's table and chairs, add a little fun fabric and it's a brand new set.
    See more here on Sieder.

  • Pallet Desk

    Pallet Desk

    This is on my to do list. Love.
    See more here on Shelterness.

  • Planters Made Pendants

    Planters Made Pendants

    Pretty pots made into pretty pendant lights! Perfection!
    See more here on Be Different Act Normal.

  • Bookcase Made Dollhouse

    Bookcase Made Dollhouse

    I want a little girl just so I can make and play with this.
    See more here on Ikea Hackers.

  • Dorothy Draper Dresser

    Dorothy Draper Dresser

    Such a fantastic transformation! The black and gold is so chic.
    See more here on Better Decorating Bible.

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melanieblodgett

Melanie Blodgett writes daily at her blog You Are My Fave — a mix of parties, projects and fave finds. She's currently settling into her first home in Denver with her husband Ryan and their baby son Beck.

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