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The ReStoration Corner

Welcome to ReStore's official blog! Here we post the latest and greatest ReStore happenings, including: DIY tips and videos, sales and contests, seasonal topics, volunteer spotlights, business donor information, and much more. 

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4 Father's Day DIY Ideas

With Father's Day coming up this Sunday, June 18, now is the perfect time to head to your nearest ReStore for some DIY gift inspiration. We've...

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Various fire pit ideas.

5 Creative DIY Fire Pit Ideas You Can Make at Home

Blog Update (7/28/2022): It was brought to our attention that a project idea using window wells in a previous update is not recommended. High heat...

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Colorful handmade birdhouse.

Join ReStore's Spring Into Summer DIY Contest

Kick off summer with a festive DIY contest!

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Discover the Power of Paint: DIY with Jill O’Gorman

Guest blog by Jill O'Gorman, professional designer I believe decorating doesn’t have to be expensive. The savvy shopper in me, coupled with a...

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Fall Flip Contest 2022 Winners

This fall, we decided to kickoff the new season with a fun upcycle contest: the Fall Flip! We asked you to show us your best DIY project, and 13...

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Join ReStore's Fall Flip Contest

Kick off autumn with a festive DIY contest!

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Jan demonstrates how to reupholster a cushion

DIY Reupholster Your Worn-Out Furniture [VIDEO]

Do you have old benches, chairs, or other furniture you just can't part with? Give old furniture new life with this simple DIY project....

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Blue kitchen island with cabinet

View the 2022 Spring Upcycle Challenge Entries

In honor of Earth Month and ReStore's commitment to keeping building materials and household items out of landfills, we introduced a Spring Upcycle...

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Derek on his construction site in winter

Local DIY Master Gets Inspiration at ReStore

Derek Lee Miller is a local Twin Cities carpenter, artist, theater set designer, and former professional puppeteer. He’s also an avid ReStore...

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DIY ReStore Project

DIY Upcycling Ideas with ReStore [VIDEO]

Looking for a creative outlet that doesn’t break the bank? Maybe during lockdown you busied yourself with remodeling a room (or many) in your home....

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