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Reader favorites this week at This Old APT. -Tabitha Sukhai, thisoldhouse.com

1. $2 Hooks, Priceless Kitchen-Storage Hack

Sometimes, all the planets align for kitchen-storage hack greatness. Remember to “measure twice” stick once ;) Learn more.

2. From Plastic Honey Bear to Gorgeous Vase

I love fresh flowers in every room, but these DIY vases steal the show. Gold leaf a couple of honey bears (as shown) or just paint ‘em gold. Either way, one of my favorite reuse ideas on the Web (and trust me, I’ve seen a lot of it ;) Learn more.

3. Painted Curtain Panels

Photographer: Kyle Michaels

Get cheap sheer panels. Paint on a pattern. Instant amazing without breaking the bank! Learn more.

4. From Drawer to Nightstand

An old drawer masquerades as an end table with table lamp. Learn more.

5. Chalkboard Paint All Over

Chalkboard-painted accent wall. Learn more.

6. Don't Like the Color? Paint It!

Use a dab of your favorite paint and a magical thing called fabric medium to transform just about any piece of upholstered furniture. Learn more.

7. Pretty Ping Pong Lights

A string of lights and some ping pong balls = THIS. Learn more.

8. DIY Doormats

Via lisaleonardonline.com

Painted doormats. Buy it or DIY it. Learn more.

9. Amazing Quikrete Hack

Use soda bottles to create these lighting pendants. Learn more.

10. Veggies Are Good for Your DIY

Celery's not for eating. It's for paint stamping. Learn more.