This Gorgeous Light-Up Rug Is The Perfect Piece Of DIY Décor

I absolutely love string lights. They’re a simple, romantic way to change up the ambiance in just about any space. Several years back, a Finnish artist named Johanna Hyrkäs took the idea of string lights, combined it with a carpet, and created the Light Carpet by crocheting around the outside of a light-up rope. This DIY project adds a warm touch of light to your home 365 days a year. You can

After Being Diagnosed With Cancer, I Traveled To The 7 Wonders Of The World In 13 Days

12 countries – 15 flights – 28,211 total miles traveled – 5 hotel night stays – 1 confiscated tripod – 7 wonders – 13 days. I fell 50-feet climbing in Yosemite, got hit by a car and then diagnosed with skin cancer, all in one month. Two weeks later, I decided to see the 7 New Wonders of the World in just 13 days with a new outlook on life: to live more now. Day 1: Chichen Itza

9,500-Year-Old Tree Found in Sweden Is The World’s Oldest Tree

The world’s oldest tree, a 9,500-year-old Norwegian Spruce named “Old Tjikko,” after Professor Leif Kullman’s Siberian husky, continues to grow in Sweden. Discovered in 2004 by Kullman, professor of Physical Geography at Umeå University, the age of the tree was determined using carbon-14 dating. “During the ice age sea level was 120 meters lower than today and much of what is now the

English Farmer Builds Hobbit House for Just 150 Pounds

1 At a time when housing rates are hitting the roof, an English farmer has gone and built a house for almost nothing. 59-year-old Michael Buck spent a measly £150( $250) to construct a small, yet cozy house in the garden of his Oxfordshire home. The former art teacher drew plans for the house on the back of an envelope. He didn’t need any special planning permissions since it was classi

Before and After ISIS: Heartbreaking Photos Of Destroyed Historical Monuments In Syria

A year after it was taken by ISIS, the Syrian city of Palmyra was recently retaken Syrian forces backed by Russian airstrikes. Previously home to many of the world’s most treasured historical sites, many artifacts were destroyed by the Islamist forces in an anti iconoclastic purge. Now, Joseph Eid, a photographer for AFP news agency who took photos of the site just two years ago, has posted befo

A Forgotten 1953 Trailer Turns Out To Be A Perfect Time Capsule

#1 For years, an old yellow camper sat in a field, totally ignored, unnoticed by most passersby. After all, there was probably nothing inside but some dust and maybe some old broken furniture. At least, that was the assumption. Finally, someone’s curiosity got the best of them and the camper was opened. And what was inside was beyond anyone’s expectations. It was, in a sense, perfec

No One Lived In This House Since 1956. When He Moved Inside? UNBELIEVABLE

#1 I don’t know about you, but I’m crazy about two things: the color pink and antiques. So when I saw this stunning, all-original, 1950s kitschy kitchen, I immediately fell in love! According to the homeowner, the house was built in 1956 — but was never lived in until he came along in 2010! When he moved in, the twinkly appliances — state of the art during their time — had nev

THE PRICE OF THIS BEAUTIFUL CUMBERLAND LOG CABIN KIT STARTS FROM $16,348.

Picture 1 of 5   Is it your dream to have your own well-built, beautiful, energy efficient cabin? If the answer is yes, then I suggest that you go visit Amish Cabin’s website. The Amish Cabin Company builds fully assembled pre-built modular log cabin kits and log cabins. Their log cabins and log cabin kits are of the highest quality. All of the cabins are built on their Kentucky Amish

This Couple Built A 450-Sq-Ft Storybook Cottage. When I Saw The Inside, I Squealed!

Picture 1 of 11 Ron and Sue of Millersburg, OH live in one of the cutest houses I have ever seen — and they built it all by hand! Self-described as “old, idealistic dreamers, fresh out of youth,” this quirky couple hopes to change the world with their colorful little cottage. And judging by their adorable pictures, I think they’re well on their way. In their 29 years of marriag

Build Your Own Planter Box With Beautiful Cascading Flowers

First, you'll need a planter box. This one is made mostly from pallet wood. If you’re into beautiful DIY projects, then you’re in for a treat. Amy, a lover of everything DIY, runs an awesome website called “Her Tool Belt” that’s perfect for even a novice handyman like myself. Inspired by the gorgeous cascading flowers produced by store-bought planters, Amy wanted to teach herself